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Geopolitics

Trump allies defend US-Israel strikes on Iran as Democrats call it a ‘war of choice’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Senators Tom Cotton and Lindsey Graham defend attack, Democrats say administration must answer vital questionsUS-Israel war on Iran – latest updatesDonald Trum…

Geopolitics

The Democrat who schools Republicans – ‘I would say do more of that’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Isaiah Martin’s videos have gone viral – he thinks his party should follow his lead and stand up to Republican excessDynamism, courage, and wit are words that …

Geopolitics

Labour Together ‘making clean break’ after former director resigns as minister

The Guardian – World · Europe

Thinktank’s board distances itself from Josh Simons’ decision in 2023 to hire lobbying firm to investigate journalistsA Labour thinktank that helped Keir Starm…

Geopolitics

Celebration or grief? Khamenei’s death brings contrasting emotions in Iran

The Guardian – World · Europe

Some publicly mourn leader’s demise but videos also show jubilant response after violent crackdown in JanuaryUS-Israel war on Iran – latest updatesCelebration …

Geopolitics

‘You weren’t free’: Iranians party in London and Manchester after strikes against regime

The Guardian – World · Europe

The diaspora hope the death of Ali Khamenei will bring change – and peace – even as fears remain over Iran’s futureOn Saturday night, with bombs falling across…

Geopolitics

Without some change in direction, Iran’s regime risks breakdown in civil order

The Guardian – World · Europe

Hostility to the US is high even among reformists, which may set the surviving leadership on a destructive pathTwo Irans are in view now. By night, there is th…

General

Khamenei's death met with public mourning, quiet celebrations as regime's opponents wait for an opening

NBC News – World · US

For the first time in 37 years, the sun rose on a leaderless Tehran, its streets unusually hushed as Iranians awoke to the news that Supreme Leader Ayatollah A…

General

Sen. Lindsey Graham says it's not the job of the U.S. to determine Iran's next leader

NBC News – World · US

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S

Geopolitics

Protesters Try to Storm U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan

The New York Times – World · US

At least 22 people were killed in protests across Pakistan as Iran’s neighbors brace for turmoil and the fallout of a possible regional conflict.

Geopolitics

Iran’s regional alliance has been severely weakened in recent years.

The New York Times – World · US

Weakened after two years of wars

Geopolitics

Where the Strikes Leave Iranians

The New York Times – World · US

Iran is reeling a day after the United States and Israel carried out a large attack that killed Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Erika Solomon, t…

Geopolitics

Trump Says He’s Open to Talks With Iran’s New Leadership

The New York Times – World · US

In an interview with The Atlantic, President Trump said the country’s new leaders after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei “want to talk” but did not say whom…

Geopolitics

Tamil Nadu polls: PM Modi targets DMK over corruption, Katchatheevu; calls ‘no fear’ remark a badge of honour

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Modi launched a scathing attack on Tamil Nadu's DMK, accusing leaders of prioritizing scams over public welfare and failing to protect state int…

Geopolitics

Netanyahu says strikes on Iran 'will only intensify'; thanks US for backing Israel's long-standing goal

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with expertise and passion. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timely reporting on international affairs. - Ai…

Geopolitics

Sly Saudi-Israel alliance set up US attack on Iran

Times of India – World · India

Saudi Arabia and Israel have quietly converged, driven by shared concerns over Iran's regional influence. Despite public diplomacy, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed…

Geopolitics

Almost all US military bases hit by Iran: Is America unable to protect its assets in Middle-East?

Times of India – World · India

Following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, Tehran launched a wide-ranging retaliatory campaign targeting US and Israeli military assets across the Middle …

Geopolitics

Israel-Iran Conflict: Top Iranian political, spiritual, military leaders and scientists killed by Israel

The Hindu – World · India

Several of Iran’s top political, spiritual, military leaders and scientists have been targeted by Israel, both in the June 2025 conflict and 2026 attacks

Geopolitics

Hezbollah supporters mourn Khamenei in Lebanon mass rally

The Hindu – World · India

Iran-backed Hezbollah’s chief, Naim Qassem, said the assassination of Khamenei and other Iranian officials was “the height of crime”

Geopolitics

Afghanistan says it thwarted Pakistani airstrike on Bagram Air Base

The Hindu – World · India

Afghanistan says it has thwarted an attempted Pakistani airstrike on Bagram Air Base

Geopolitics

Is Europe, the world’s geopolitical punching bag, ready to hit back at the US and China?

South China Morning Post – World · China

For over a year, Europe has become the world’s geopolitical punching bag, taking economic roundhouses from the east and geopolitical uppercuts from the west wi…

Geopolitics

World reacts to killing of Iran’s Khamenei by US, Israel forces

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Several nations, global bodies and prominent groups respond to killing of Iran's supreme leader, urging de-escalation.

Geopolitics

Smoke rises above Qatar capital Doha after Iranian missiles shot down

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Loud explosions have been heard in Doha, the capital of Qatar, as defence systems shot down incoming Iranian missiles.

Geopolitics

Has Trump misunderstood Iran’s IRGC and the Basij forces?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US president called for IRGC members to lay down their arms or face 'certain death'. Here's how he misunderstands IRGC.

Geopolitics

At least nine killed after Iranian strike on Israel’s Beit Shemesh

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Magen David Adom (MDA) emergency service says that 28 others were injured by the impact.

Geopolitics

Who was Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iranian state media confirmed that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader was killed in a joint US-Israeli strike

Geopolitics

Iranian attack on Beit Shemesh kills several in Israel

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

An Iranian missile attack on the Israeli town of Beit Shemesh has killed at least nine people and wounded dozens more.

Geopolitics

US-Israel attacks on Iran: Death toll and injuries live tracker

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Preliminary figures are 201 dead in Iran, at least nine in Israel, and three US soldiers killed.

Geopolitics

Who are Iran’s senior figures killed in US-Israeli attacks?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran's defence minister and the commander-in-chief of the IRGC are among those killed in the US and Israel's attack.

Geopolitics

Iran after Khamenei: What happens next?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

After 36 years in power, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead, but a provisional leadership council is to secure his regime's hold on power and continue the war.

Geopolitics

Will Gulf states enter the Iran conflict with their own armies?

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Gulf states have borne the brunt of Iranian missile attacks so far. At first, Iran aimed at US assets but that changed. Gulf states say they won't just sit bac…

Geopolitics

Khamenei's death: 'Never thought I would see this day'

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in an Israeli attack has triggered mixed reactions in a polarized Iran. DW spoke to Iranians both inside the …

Geopolitics

Populist crusade and anti-Maga outrage as Texas Democrats do battle in Senate primary

The Guardian – World · Europe

James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett adopt contrasting strategies as party hopes to tap into Trump backlash in reliably red stateAt a packed town hall meeting l…

Geopolitics

Keir Starmer abandoned net zero to court Reform voters. He failed

The Guardian – World · Europe

After byelection defeat and with right-leaning advisers gone, will PM return to his instincts and embrace Labour ‘DNA’ on climate?Less than a year ago, Keir St…

Geopolitics

Green party membership in UK passes 200,000 after byelection victory

The Guardian – World · Europe

Party leader Zack Polanski says surge in numbers ‘proves that the future of progressive politics belongs to the Greens’The Green party said its membership has …

Geopolitics

Hundreds of thousands of travellers stranded or diverted by airspace closures in Middle East

The Guardian – World · Europe

Chaos as key transit hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha close, and more than 1,000 flights by major Middle Eastern airlines cancelledIran confirms killing of Ay…

General

Iran's hard-line supreme leader is dead after major military strikes, Trump says

NBC News – World · US

President Donald Trump announced that Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed on Saturday after the U.S. and Israel launched a predawn assaul…

General

Mark Kelly calls Khamenei’s death a ‘good thing’ but slams lack of 'plan' in Iran: Full interview

NBC News – World · US

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) reacts to the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and criticizes the…

Geopolitics

Israelis Are Tense but Relieved That Iran’s Supreme Leader Is Dead

The New York Times – World · US

Iranian missile and drone attacks have caused anxiety across Israel, but many believe it is a price worth paying for killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Geopolitics

Iran Attacks Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Bahrain After U.S.-Israeli Strikes

The New York Times – World · US

Iran responded to an American and Israeli assault by attacking Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Bahrain, threatening those states’ reputations for security and open…

Geopolitics

Did China’s HQ-9B fail Iran? Big questions after US, Israel strikes

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reporting. - Provides n…

Geopolitics

Khamenei dead, Iranians flood streets: Trump wants protesters to ‘take over,' but can they?

Times of India – World · India

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead, triggering celebrations and mourning across the nation. The US and Israel see this as an opportunity for …

Geopolitics

Iran says interim leadership functioning; new leader appointment 'in a day or two'

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides global news and diverse perspectives round the clock. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely updates. - Offers nuanced…

Geopolitics

As Rubio drives Trump’s war agenda, Vance and MAGA base confused

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Rubio had not converted himself to the MAGA slogans he professed for the crowd, it turns out. He has instead converted the MAGA messiah himself — Mr. Trump…

Geopolitics

Three dead, 58 injured in UAE since start of Iran’s retaliatory strikes, says defence ministry

The Hindu – World · India

The UAE has detected 165 ballistic missiles, destroying 152, and intercepted two cruise missiles, its defence ministry said

Geopolitics

Iran Guards say ‘struck’ U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln: state media

The Hindu – World · India

The ‌USS ​Lincoln is one ⁠of two aircraft ‌carriers deployed to the region in recent ‌weeks and ​the only one ⁠relatively close ⁠to Iranian shores

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