Recent developments have emerged concerning the situation in Iran: a large-scale redeployment of the U.S. military's THAAD anti-missile systems has been reported. According to reports, elements of the THAAD system stationed with U.S. forces in South Korea are being transferred to the Middle East. Separately, on the 10th, a spokesperson for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), stated that nearly 10 advanced American radar systems have been destroyed. Furthermore, the IRGC announced on the 10th that it launched five missiles at a U.S. military position located within the Harir base in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. In an interview on March 9th, Iran's Foreign Minister indicated that he does not believe Iran's new Supreme Leader would consider dialogue or re-engagement in negotiations with the United States. On the same day, a senior foreign policy advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader stated that Iran is prepared for a prolonged conflict with the U.S. and Israel. Recently, global investors have been closely monitoring oil price movements. On the 9th, the U.S. President stated that the U.S. is temporarily waiving some oil-related sanctions to ensure sufficient supply and lower prices. During trading, WTI crude oil fell by over 10% at one point. At the time of reporting, WTI crude was still down more than 8.5%, trading at $86.67 per barrel. Also on the 9th, the Russian President announced in Moscow that he has instructed the Russian government to assess the feasibility of halting energy supplies to the European market, considering redirecting these resources to more attractive markets. **THAAD System Redeployed to Middle East** Reports confirm that elements of the THAAD anti-missile system from U.S. forces in South Korea are being transferred to the Middle East. Previously, according to South Korean sources on the 6th, as military strikes against Iran persist, the U.S. was preparing to redeploy some troops from South Korea to the Middle East. The South Korean government believed the U.S. might formally request the transfer of some stationed forces in a short time frame, with multiple government sources indicating that preparatory work was underway. The U.S. and Israel began large-scale airstrikes against Iran on February 28th, to which Iran responded with counterstrikes targeting Israel and U.S. bases in several Gulf countries. According to Iranian battle reports, multiple radar systems of the U.S. THAAD batteries deployed in the Gulf region have been destroyed. Citing Iranian media reports on the 10th, the IRGC spokesperson, responding to recent U.S. presidential remarks concerning Iran, stated that nearly 10 advanced American radar units have been destroyed, and that Iranian defense systems have also shot down numerous expensive drones. He added that the initiative to end the war lies with Iran. The spokesperson stated that the battlefield situation and the power to end the conflict are in Iran's hands, asserting that "the end of the war will be decided by Iran," and emphasized Iran's capability to escalate the conflict. He refuted claims that Iran's missile launches had decreased or that operations were concluding, stating that Iran's missiles are now "more powerful and numerous than at the war's outset," directly targeting U.S. and Israeli bases. The spokesperson warned that if Iran is attacked, it will not allow "the enemy and its allies" to export oil from the region. He also threatened that Iranian armed forces are awaiting the U.S. navy in the Strait of Hormuz, specifically the arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier. At a press conference on the 9th, the U.S. President said that U.S. military action against Iran would end "soon," but when asked if it could conclude within the week, he replied, "No." In a telephone interview later that day, the U.S. President stated he believed the military campaign against Iran had been "very thorough," claiming Iran now "has no navy, no communications facilities, no air force, has very few missiles left, and its drone factories have been destroyed," leaving them with "nothing left militarily." Later, on social media, the U.S. President threatened that if Iran takes any action to block oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. would respond with a blow "20 times greater than before." At the press conference, the U.S. President also commented on oil prices, stating, "We want to lower oil prices. This offensive has caused oil prices to rise artificially." He announced, "We have sanctions on some countries. We are going to waive those sanctions temporarily until the Strait of Hormuz is back to normal." While not providing details, it is understood that the U.S. had previously issued a 30-day temporary waiver allowing stranded Russian oil to be sold to India. According to reports, informed sources revealed that following the outbreak of war with Iran, the U.S. administration is considering a range of options to address soaring oil and gasoline prices. These may include releasing emergency reserves, suspending the federal gas tax (requiring congressional approval), and having the Treasury Department intervene in oil futures markets. The U.S. Treasury Secretary had previously indicated openness to exempting more Russian oil from sanctions. **Iranian Foreign Minister: New Supreme Leader Will Not Negotiate with U.S.** In an interview on March 9th, Iran's Foreign Minister stated he does not believe Iran's new Supreme Leader will consider dialogue with the United States or re-engage in negotiations. The Foreign Minister emphasized that the responsibility for the slowdown or halt in oil production and transportation in the Middle East, and the region's increased insecurity, lies with the United States and Israel. Iran bears "no responsibility," as this is a "war imposed on Iran," and Iran's actions constitute nothing more than "legal and legitimate self-defense." On the same day, the Supreme Leader's senior advisor for foreign affairs stated that Iran currently sees no room for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict and is prepared for a prolonged war with the U.S. and Israel. The advisor stated that Iran's military is strong and motivated, and Iran will continue to confront the existential threat posed by the U.S. and Israel with full force, as it is doing now. He added that Iran is prepared for a long-term conflict and currently sees no space for a diplomatic solution. Also on the 9th, a deputy commander of the IRGC Navy stated that the next three weeks will be a critical phase in the current situation's development. He indicated that Iran's strike capabilities, the energy pressure from its Strait of Hormuz transit policies, and public support have impacted the adversaries' plans. The commander suggested that if Iran maintains its advantage in the coming phase, it might lead relevant parties to propose a ceasefire. He also noted that future developments could significantly impact the regional security landscape. **UN Spokesperson's Latest Warning** On the 9th, a spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General expressed deep concern over the humanitarian impact of escalating hostilities in parts of the Middle East, particularly reports of attacks on oil facilities. Such attacks could have "serious environmental consequences" for the entire region and potentially directly affect the supply of safe drinking water, air, and food for local populations. At a press briefing, the spokesperson stated that "escalating violence" in parts of the Middle East has led to rising civilian casualties, damage to civilian infrastructure, and increased displacement. Attacks on oil facilities were cited as particularly worrying due to their potential for severe regional environmental damage. Additionally, reports indicated attacks on desalination plants in several countries, with the World Health Organization monitoring the health implications. The spokesperson called on all relevant parties to take all feasible precautions to spare civilians from the effects of hostilities and to avoid damage to medical facilities, schools, water systems, and other critical infrastructure. Responding to questions about the sharp rise in oil prices due to the conflict, the spokesperson acknowledged that increased oil prices affect multiple areas, including UN operations, such as the cost of humanitarian food aid and transportation. These effects, the spokesperson noted, underscore humanity's dependence on fossil fuels, whose supply is concentrated in few regions. The current crisis, it was suggested, should serve as an impetus for the international community to redouble efforts towards developing renewable energy sources.