politics
March 11, 2026
Press review: Iran won't compromise with US as Russia offers lifeline in Mideast crisis
Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, March 10th

TL;DR
- Mojtaba Khamenei's succession as Iran's supreme leader signals a refusal to compromise with the US and Israel.
- This succession establishes a tradition of inherited power in Iran.
- Iran's new leadership is expected to be radical and anti-American, with strong ties to the IRGC.
- The US and Israel have little reason to expect compromise from Iran following recent events.
- US President Trump's decisions will be influenced by the military campaign's progress and domestic/international pressure.
- A phone call between Putin and Trump may offer a path to easing Mideast tensions.
- Russia has a history of de-escalation initiatives in the region.
- Hungary and Ukraine's conflict has escalated, involving blocked oil supplies and seized assets.
- Hungary's energy dependence on Russia and EU divisions are core issues in its dispute with Ukraine.
- Global oil prices have risen significantly due to Middle East supply disruptions and could exceed $150 per barrel.
- Moscow could increase oil exports to India following a US waiver.
- Discounts for Russian crude may decline as demand rises.
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