Iran's President Hopes Defense Minister Nominee Can 'Survive,' Cites US 'Assassination List'

Iran's parliament is vetting Mehrdad Akhlaqi Ketabchi to replace the defense minister killed in US-Israeli attacks. The president's remark about survival and reference to a US 'assassination list' signals heightened threat perception and potential escalation in the shadow war. The outcome of the confirmation and any subsequent targeting will shape regional security dynamics.