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US-Iran Ceasefire: Pope Praises Deal, Senator Graham Demands Congressional Debate, Macron Emphasizes Lebanon
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US-Iran Ceasefire: Pope Praises Deal, Senator Graham Demands Congressional Debate, Macron Emphasizes Lebanon

Pope Leo praised the US-Iran ceasefire, which came after he criticized a Trump threat. Senator Lindsey Graham has since called for Congress to debate the truce, while analysts examine what each side gained or lost. French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed the ceasefire but stressed the importance of including Lebanon for regional stability.

Netanyahu Orders Restoration of Latin Patriarch's Access to Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday Mass
WorldBBCle-mondewapo+57The GuardianAl JazeeraCNNnzzruvukrainska-pravdale-figaroSCMP+49 more10d ago60 sources

Netanyahu Orders Restoration of Latin Patriarch's Access to Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday Mass

Following widespread backlash, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered that the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, be granted full and immediate access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Palm Sunday mass, after Israeli police had initially blocked his entry.

Worldtempo-english12d ago

Cuba Seeks Vatican's Help to Ease US Oil Embargo Amid US-Israel War on Iran

Cuba is seeking the Vatican's assistance to ease the US oil embargo, a development occurring as the US-Israel war on Iran continues. One month into the conflict, with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed, the US Secretary of State suggests the war could conclude in weeks, not months, presenting hard choices for the US administration.

Trump Approved Iran Operation After Netanyahu Advocated Killing Khamenei
Politicsexpress-tribune16d ago

Trump Approved Iran Operation After Netanyahu Advocated Killing Khamenei

Sources reveal that former President Trump approved a specific operation against Iran after Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu argued for a joint effort to kill Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The discussion reportedly occurred during a meeting where Khamenei's vulnerability was highlighted.

Alleged Billions of Khamenei Family Wealth Hidden Abroad
Politicsrzeczpospolita20d ago

Alleged Billions of Khamenei Family Wealth Hidden Abroad

Reports claim that the family of Iran's supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, possesses billions in hidden wealth, including 13 luxury properties in London. The fortune controlled by his father was estimated at $95 billion in 2013 and is believed to have grown significantly since then.

Who was Ali Larijani?
Politicsmorgunbladid23d ago

Who was Ali Larijani?

Síðustu vikur hefur Ali Larijani, yfirmaður þjóðaröryggisráðs Írans, farið með meiri völd en hann hefur gert síðustu áratugi. Þannig má segja að fráfall æðstaklerksins Ali Khamenei 28.

[Robert J. Fouser] The deal behind the war
WorldKorea Herald1mo ago

[Robert J. Fouser] The deal behind the war

The US and Israel’s attack on Iran on Feb. 28 shocked the world. Within hours, Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran, was dead, along with a slew of high-ranking government and military officials.

Could Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the former supreme leader, take power in Iran?
PoliticsFrance 241mo ago

Could Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the former supreme leader, take power in Iran?

The death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in an Israeli strike on Saturday sparked the search for a successor that has seen the former leader’s son, Mojtaba, emerge as the front runner. Although a secretive figure in the Islamic Republic, Mojtaba Khamenei is considered one of the regime’s most influential personalities.

Kalshi's response to its $2.2 million Iran mess: More fine print
BusinessBusiness Insider1mo ago

Kalshi's response to its $2.2 million Iran mess: More fine print

Kristian Tuxen Ladegaard Berg/NurPhoto via Getty Images Kalshi sparked outrage over how it handled bets tied to the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. On Monday, it announced a proposed rule to quiet those who have said it's running a "death market." Prediction markets say they cut through the noise, but the rules are anything but simple The prediction market Kalshi wants you to know that it definitely doesn't run "death markets." In a notice filed Monday, the company proposed ...

Middle East Tensions Escalate Amid Israeli Strikes, US Warnings, and Concerns Over Iranian Leader's Health
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Middle East Tensions Escalate Amid Israeli Strikes, US Warnings, and Concerns Over Iranian Leader's Health

Israel launched strikes on Iranian petrochemical sites and air defenses, while the US warned of intensifying conflict. Diplomatic statements from the UAE and Italy expressed concerns over regional stability and the potential impact on US global leadership, as reports emerged about the unconscious state of Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

Iran executed Swedish citizen: Sweden FM
WorldTimes of India22d ago

Iran executed Swedish citizen: Sweden FM

Sweden's foreign minister on Wednesday said that Iran had executed a Swedish citizen, after Iranian authorities announced the first execution of a man convicted of spying since the start of its war against Israel and the United States. This was the first public announcement of such an execution since Israel and the United States launched strikes on Iran on February 28, killing its supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and triggering the war that has spread across the Middle East.

Israel Claims Killing of Top Iranian Official Ali Larijani in Strikes
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Israel Claims Killing of Top Iranian Official Ali Larijani in Strikes

Israel's defense minister announced that Ali Larijani, one of Iran’s most senior leaders and top security official, was killed in overnight strikes. This claim, if confirmed, would make him the most senior Iranian figure to die in the ongoing conflict after the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Massud Peseshkian seen as weakest Iranian President in history
Worlddie-presse28d ago

Massud Peseshkian seen as weakest Iranian President in history

Massud Peseshkian, the current Iranian President, is described as lacking power and authority, acting more as a figurehead or spokesperson for the true powers, especially after the death of religious leader Ali Khamenei who previously protected him.

US investigators search Epstein’s New Mexico ranch amid allegations of buried bodies
Worldaftonbladetle-figaroSCMP+13publicoindex-hraktuality-skluxemburger-wortTimes of Indiahindustan-timesdh-les-sportsn1-bih+5 more29d ago16 sources

US investigators search Epstein’s New Mexico ranch amid allegations of buried bodies

US investigators are searching Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch in New Mexico following allegations of buried bodies and disturbing claims of a 'baby factory' and 'macabre & strange' acts, with authorities now looking for two bodies based on an email from Epstein's files.

Epstein documents with claims against Trump released
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Epstein documents with claims against Trump released

The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.

Within two months, the U.S. has captured Venezuela’s president and killed Iran’s supreme leader. Is Putin worried he could be next?
Politicsmeduza1mo ago

Within two months, the U.S. has captured Venezuela’s president and killed Iran’s supreme leader. Is Putin worried he could be next?

In the span of just two months, U.S. President Donald Trump has overseen the forcible removal of two sitting foreign leaders: Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Both men were long-standing autocrats who cultivated anti-Western agendas and opposed U.S. influence abroad. Vladimir Putin has at times employed similar tactics, raising obvious questions for the Russian leader: Is he at risk of the same fate? And what the new war mean for a Kremlin that’s in...

Trump demands role in choosing next Iran leader, says Khamenei son ‘unacceptable’
Worldel-mundovanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Trump demands role in choosing next Iran leader, says Khamenei son ‘unacceptable’

US President Donald Trump on Thursday insisted he should have a role in picking Iran’s next supreme leader after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose son he said he found unacceptable. The post Trump demands role in choosing next Iran leader, says Khamenei son ‘unacceptable’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

Joy of UK’s Iranian diaspora turning to fear as conflict rocks homeland
Worldcyprus-mail1mo ago

Joy of UK’s Iranian diaspora turning to fear as conflict rocks homeland

In an area of London known as Little Tehran, the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prompted spontaneous street parties, dancing and fireworks. Shoppers still smile as some stores hand out sweet pastries, traditional in Persian culture when there’s cause for celebration. But as the bombardment of their homeland enters its sixth day, the joy is […]

Trump's Strategy in Iran and Impact on China's Allies
Worlddanas1mo ago

Trump's Strategy in Iran and Impact on China's Allies

US President Donald Trump has quickly removed two of Beijing's closest allies, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. This raises questions about the differing goals of Trump and Netanyahu in Iran and the future of their alliance.

US Confirms Bunker Buster Strikes on Iran's Isfahan Depot; Explosions Also Reported in Tehran
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US Confirms Bunker Buster Strikes on Iran's Isfahan Depot; Explosions Also Reported in Tehran

US President Donald Trump shared a video purportedly showing a munitions depot in Iran being attacked, following reports of a US bombing in the night. American officials have confirmed that the US military struck a large ammunition depot in Isfahan with 907-kilogram bunker buster bombs during intense US-Israeli attacks, with witnesses recording dramatic footage of the strikes and explosions also reported in Tehran.

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US Envoy Predicts Iran Talks as War Enters Second Month; UAE Explains Position

One month into the US-Israel war on Iran, developments continue to unfold, with reports of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed in the first wave of strikes. The US Secretary of State suggests the war could conclude in weeks, not months, while a US envoy predicts talks as the conflict enters its second month, and the UAE explains its position amid drone and missile strikes.

Trump Extends Iran Ultimatum, Pauses Attacks, Seeks End to War; Israel Launches Strikes
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Trump Extends Iran Ultimatum, Pauses Attacks, Seeks End to War; Israel Launches Strikes

President Trump has extended his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 10 days, paused attacks on its energy sector, and expressed a desire for a speedy end to the war, though he stated there is no cease-fire. Meanwhile, Israel launched more strikes on Iran, and markets have reacted to these developments, with oil falling, gold rising, and stocks finishing higher.

Iran Leadership Questioned After Deaths of Top Figures in US-Israeli Strikes
PoliticsReutersSCMPde-volkskrant+18delfi-ltYahoojutarnji-listTimes of Indiahindustan-timesstraits-timesiefimeridajapan-times+10 more16d ago21 sources

Iran Leadership Questioned After Deaths of Top Figures in US-Israeli Strikes

New reports detail a phone call where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convinced President Donald Trump to approve an Iran operation, including the joint killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei and other top figures. Following these deaths, questions are now being raised about who is running Iran.

Iran's Supreme Leader Vows Revenge for Larijani's Assassination
Worldobservador21d ago

Iran's Supreme Leader Vows Revenge for Larijani's Assassination

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, has vowed to avenge the assassination of Ali Larijani, blaming Israel and the US. He emphasized strengthening the Islamic system and denounced the "cowardly enemy," while Putin expressed condolences for his "friend."

How Mojtaba Khamenei escaped the ‘Blue Sparrow’ strike that killed his father
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How Mojtaba Khamenei escaped the ‘Blue Sparrow’ strike that killed his father

Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, narrowly survived a deadly airstrike that targeted his family and top officials. Audio reveals Mojtaba was outside his father's compound when Israeli missiles struck, killing his wife and son. The attack also claimed the lives of Ayatollah Khamenei and other senior leaders.

Who is Ali Larijani?
Worldmorgunbladid23d ago

Who is Ali Larijani?

Síðustu vikur hefur Ali Larijani, yfirmaður þjóðaröryggisráðs Írans, farið með meiri völd en hann hefur gert síðustu áratugi. Þannig má segja að fráfall æðstaklerksins Ali Khamenei 28.

- Not very smart
Worlddagbladet24d ago

- Not very smart

The deceased Ali Khamenei was reportedly not very enthusiastic about his son, who has now taken over the leadership position.

What legal recourse do Pakistanis arrested in Bahrain over Iran war videos have?
WorldDawn27d ago

What legal recourse do Pakistanis arrested in Bahrain over Iran war videos have?

On March 10, as the US-Israel war with Iran entered its second week, the Bahrain government announced the arrest of six persons hailing from Asian countries — five of them Pakistanis — on charges of filming, publishing and reposting “videos related to the effects of the treacherous Iranian aggression”. The Iran conflict — which broke out on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on the Islamic Republic and assassinated then-supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,...

Iran new supreme leader Khamenei's wealth estimated at more than $100 billion
WorldFrance 2428d ago

Iran new supreme leader Khamenei's wealth estimated at more than $100 billion

According to an investigation by the Bloomberg news organisation, Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei who has been appointed as the new head of the Islamic republic, has amassed wealth estimated at more than $100 billion. Money from oil sales has been channelled into investments in luxury British real estate, hotels in Europe and property in Dubai.

Operation Epic Fail
Politicsindex-hr29d ago

Operation Epic Fail

OPERATION "Epic Fury", in which the United States and Israel carried out a major military strike on Iran at the end of February and killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, was presented as a demonstration of power and...

Mojtaba Khamenei nýr æðstiklerkur Írans
Politicsruv1mo ago

Mojtaba Khamenei nýr æðstiklerkur Írans

Mojtaba Khamenei er nýr æðstiklerkur Írana. Þetta tilkynnti íranska sérfræðingaráðið rétt í þessu. Hann er næstelsti sonur Ayatollah Ali Khamenei æðstaklerks sem drepinn var í loftárásum Ísraela og…

Pro-Monarchy Iranian Demonstrators Rally in Paris
Worldle-figaro1mo ago

Pro-Monarchy Iranian Demonstrators Rally in Paris

Over a thousand pro-monarchy Iranian demonstrators marched in Paris, expressing support for Reza Pahlavi, son of the last Shah of Iran, as an alternative to the current Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Iran war: A special edition
WorldFrance 241mo ago

Iran war: A special edition

In a week that a major war broke out in the middle east when the US and Israel attacked Iran from the skies, with air strikes that assassinated the Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and at least forty senior…

A somber mood in Khomeini’s ancestral village in UP
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

A somber mood in Khomeini’s ancestral village in UP

News of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's assassination has deeply affected Barabanki, India, the ancestral village of his predecessor Khomeini. Residents expressed sorrow and anger, with protests against the US and Israel erupting. Khamenei's great-grandfather, Sayed Ahmad Musavi 'Hindi', originated from Kintoor village before migrating to Iran.

Explained | Iran’s political system
Politicshindu1mo ago

Explained | Iran’s political system

Unlike the President, the Supreme Leader doesn’t have any fixed term. Since the 1979 revolution, Iran has had only two Supreme Leaders — Khomeini (who died in 1989) and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated by a joint American-Israeli strike on February 28, 2026