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Is Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Dead, Disabled, or Hiding? His Month-Long Absence Fuels Speculations

Uncover the mystery of Iran's unseen Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, and the leadership crisis affecting the Islamic Republic's governance and stability. Learn about the power dynamics and legitimacy challenges in Iran today.

International Business Times UK

US authorities arrest relatives of late Iranian military commander who were living in Los Angeles

State department said niece and grandniece of Qassem Soleimani, killed in 2020 US drone strike, celebrated attacks against US soldiers

The Guardian - US

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard would fiercely resist a US ground invasion. History proves it

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has long exerted a strong, often underestimated power in the Middle East. With around 190,000 members, plus an estimated 450,000 reserves in the Basij paramilitary, the largest component of Iran’s Armed Forces also controls much of the country’s politics, intelligence and economy.

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Iraqi leaders face balancing act as Iran conflict exposes deep rifts

Country is torn between those who hope for end to Tehran’s influence and those loyal to Islamic republic

The Guardian - UK

Iran’s president appeals to Americans − but does his office still hold any real power?

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian penned an open letter to “the people of the United States” on April 1, 2026, in which he implored Americans to “look beyond” misinformation that portrayed Iran as a threat to the world.

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How have Trump’s Iran war aims changed and has he achieved any of them?

President has said US will shortly achieve its objectives – but it is not clear what exactly those objectives are

The Guardian - UK

Why Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei hasn’t appeared in public? Russian envoy explains

Mojtaba Khamenei remains in Iran but is not appearing publicly. Russia's ambassador to Tehran Alexey Dedov confirmed this amid widespread speculation. Rumors circulated about his health and possible medical treatment abroad. Khamenei took office after his father's death in February. Russia and Iran maintain strong diplomatic ties.

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Resistance will continue against US, Israel: Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei to Hezbollah chief

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei pledged continued support for resistance against the US and Israel to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem. He also acknowledged condolences for the death of his father, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in a US-Israeli airstrike. The message reiterated Tehran's backing for regional resistance groups amid escalating…

The Times of India

Despite month of bombing, Iran retains some missile capability

Iran has retained some of its ability to launch offensive missile attacks after a month-long U.S.-Israeli bombardment of the country that was intended to cripple Tehran’s military might, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged on Tuesday. Iran “will still shoot some missiles, but we will shoot them down,” Hegseth said during a Pentagon…

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Karoline Leavitt Faces Intense Scrutiny After Suggesting Foreign Leaders 'Were Killed' Over US Negotiation Disputes

Explore the controversial remarks by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on the consequences faced by Iranian leaders amid Operation Epic Fury. Discover the implications of her statements on US-Iran relations and the ongoing military campaign.

International Business Times UK

Supreme leader Ali Khamenei, security chief Larijani & more - key Iranian leaders killed in US-Israeli strikes

Iran's leadership has suffered significant blows in the ongoing conflict with the US and Israel, with the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and National Security Chief Ali Larijani among key figures killed. Despite these losses and claims of "regime change" by President Trump, Tehran has moved to replace officials and maintain…

The Times of India

Oil set for record monthly gain – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

'US could take the oil in Iran': Trump signals seizure of Kharg Island export hub

His remarks come at a time when the US-Israel war with Iran has pushed the region deeper into crisis and driven a sharp surge in global oil prices. Brent crude climbed above $116 per barrel on Monday in Asian trading, nearing its highest level since the conflict began. Trump said:…

The Times of India

Mojtaba Khamenei lauds Iraq's support in new message, remains out of public eye

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the war on February 28, has yet to make a public appearance since assuming the role. So far, he has communicated only through a limited number of written statements. His…

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A shadow war? The Shia-Sunni equation behind Iran's Gulf attacks

For decades, West Asia had learned to live with tension. Proxy battles, covert strikes, deniable operations and quiet escalations had defined the region’s uneasy equilibrium. But what unfolded in recent weeks broke that pattern. Iran did not just respond to the joint strikes by the United States and Israel, it…

International Business Times UK

Mojtaba Khamenei Is Gay Rumours Explained: Donald Trump 'Could Not Contain Laughter' Over Secret Intelligence on Iran Leader

Explore the controversy surrounding Trump's claims about Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, and the lack of verified evidence.

The Times of India

One month of Iran war: Tehran's defiance turns Trump's regime-change dream into nightmare

On February 28, what began as Donald Trump’s “dream” project to topple Iran’s regime under Ali Khamenei now appears to have shifted into a pressing push for a “deal”, a term the US president frequently invokes, aimed at reopening the vital oil chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz.

The Guardian - UK

Hundreds of organised protests show resilience of Iranian regime, experts say

More than 850 public demonstrations of support held since start of war and at least 1,400 arrests, research reveals

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'Supreme leader no longer supreme': Donald Trump says Mojtaba Khamenei 'either dead or in bad shape'

President Trump asserted that Iran's leadership has collapsed and its military is severely weakened following extensive US operations. He claimed the Supreme Leader is dead and his successor is either deceased or incapacitated, stating Iran is "begging" for negotiations due to significant military degradation.

The Independent UK

CNN’s resident GOP bad guy Scott Jennings accused of ‘trashing Trump’ when cameras are off

Miles Taylor, a former Homeland Security Department official, accused Scott Jennings of mocking Trump behind closed doors — and then a slew of other allegations followed

The Conversation

God on their side: how the US, Israel and Iran are all using religion to garner support

America’s secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, sports an array of tattoos with Christian messaging, including one which reads “Deus Vult”, God wills it, and is associated with the medieval crusades. So perhaps it shouldn’t come as a surprise that, while leading a Christian service at the Pentagon on March 25,…

Euronews

What we know and do not know about the Iran war negotiations

Trump touts progress in secret Iran talks as missile strikes, US troop buildups and threats over the Strait of Hormuz fuel fears of a wider regional war: here is what we know so far.

The Independent UK

What we know about Trump’s 15-point plan to end the Iran war

Iran announced on Wednesday it has received a proposal to end the war from the US via Pakistan

The Mary Sue

Wow, targeting civilians now? Donald Trump threatens to strike Iran’s civilian infrastructure

The tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran are rising. No side appears to be willing to de-escalate. Yet, President Donald Trump threatened to intensify the war by striking at an Iranian power plant.

The Independent UK

Lebanon orders Iran’s ambassador out, escalating a postwar crackdown on Tehran’s influence

Lebanon’s Foreign Ministry has declared Iran’s ambassador to Beirut persona non grata, ordering him to leave the country by the end of the week

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