Iran’s new supreme leader + Former Liberal MP cleared of child sex charges

Iran has a new Supreme Leader - but who is he, and what does it mean for the region and the future of the Middle East conflict?

In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Kylie Moore-Gilbert, who explains the rise of Mojtaba Khamenei, who has stepped into power during one of the most volatile moments in Iran’s history. Kylie reveals what his rise means for the Iranian people, why the US and Israel may be deeply unhappy with this outcome, and whether the escalating conflict could spiral into a long and messy war. Plus, the growing calls in Australia to offer asylum to Iran’s women’s soccer team amid fears of persecution back home.

Headlines:

• Former NSW Liberal MP, Rory Amon, has been found not guilty on a majority of child sex abuse charges
• More than $110 billion has been wiped off the Australian stockmarket
• Investigations are underway after two separate shootings in Sydney’s west
• Prince Harry and Meagan will visit Australia next month

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