Iran names cleric to interim leadership council after Khamenei’s death
State media said a three-member council led by the president will assume the supreme leader’s duties until a successor is.
Middle East
Middle East
With Khamenei dead, Iran faces leadership crisis and regional turmoil
The confirmed killing of Iran’s supreme leader in a US–Israeli attack has opened an unprecedented succession dispute and heightened fears.
Middle East, US
Iran confirms Khamenei’s death in US-Israeli strikes
The killing of Iran’s supreme leader, announced by state media, deepens uncertainty over the country’s leadership and raises fears of.
Middle East, US
US, Israel attack Iran
Washington and Jerusalem said the joint operation targeted Iranian military and nuclear-linked sites; Tehran reported nationwide strikes and launched retaliatory.
World
The death of Lali Mama Nurzai and the waning grip of Pakistan’s ISI
In this op-ed, Ajmal Sohail argues that the death of Lali Mama Nurzai reflects Pakistan’s waning leverage over the Taliban.
Immigration, US
Trump calls Lakanwal a ‘terrorist monster’ in State of the Union
Trump cited fatal shooting of National Guard member near the White House while defending immigration restrictions.
Europe
Zelensky says Putin has failed to achieve goals as Europe rallies behind Ukraine
On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion, Western leaders pledge tougher sanctions and sustained military support, while Moscow insists it.
Middle East
Iran cites ‘good progress’ in nuclear talks with US
Tehran said negotiators agreed on guiding principles for a potential deal, while Washington signaled diplomacy remains preferable but warned military.
Middle East
Second round of US-Iran talks begin in Geneva
Tehran is seeking full sanctions relief and rejecting “zero enrichment,” while Washington has signalled interest in expanding the scope of.
Immigration, US
US says it seeking third countries for Afghans stranded in Qatar
Kapur said between 1,100 and 1,200 Afghans remain at Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) in Qatar.