Iran Conflict — 2026-03-20

Mojtaba Khamenei's First Nowruz Address: Names Year 'Resistance Economy,' Denies Turkey/Oman Strikes

Mojtaba Khamenei issued a written Nowruz statement declaring the new year one of 'resistance economy under national unity,' claiming Iranians dealt a 'dizzying blow' to the enemy. He denied Iranian responsibility for strikes on Turkey and Oman, attributing them to US-Israeli false flags. The written-only format fuels speculation about his public visibility and control over the security apparatus.

Analysis
Khamenei's denial of Turkey/Oman strikes is significant given that the 0400 INTSUM noted Qatar's expulsion of Iranian military attaches. If Turkey and Oman accept this denial framing, it could fracture the emerging Gulf consensus against Iran.

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