From the New York Times, it's the headlines.

I'm Tracy Mumford.

Today's Monday, March 9th.

Here's what we're covering.

The war with Iran has now entered its second week.

Here are three key things the Times is tracking this morning.

The country has named a new supreme leader, who both Israel and the U.S. have denounced. Attacks have continued in Iran and across

the Gulf, hitting civilian infrastructure that's raised concerns about a potential water crisis,

and the price of oil has surged above $100 a barrel for the first

time in nearly four years.

To start, Iran's top clerics have named Moshiba Khomeini to lead the country.

He's the 56-year-old son of Ayatollah Ali Hamene, who was killed in the U.S.

Israeli strikes last Saturday. He was groomed for the position and has strong military and

political connections, though at one point his father had indicated to his close advisors that he

didn't want his son to succeed him, according to three Iranian officials familiar with the selection

process. The Islamic Revolution in 1979 was about toppling a monarchy and promising to end

the hereditary transfer of power. His selection, despite that, suggests that those high up in the

Iranian government have closed ranks at a time of crisis and are looking for continuity

for the regime. Many opposed to the government have rejected the choice. Some people could be

heard chanting death to Mushtabah from their windows after it was announced. At the same time,

Israel has threatened to kill whoever takes the position. And President Trump warned this weekend that the next Supreme Leader, quote,

is not going to last long without the approval of the United States.

...