Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Khamenei lies in state in Tehran as Iran begins week of funeral ceremonies
Iran is staging a week of mass funeral processions for Khamenei, whose 37-year reign was brought to an end in February by the first airstrike of the war.
Iran’s opposition, diaspora must remain united during protest week - comment
Iranian general warns of 'harsh response' if Israel, US attack during Khamenei's funeral
Iran prepares to bury slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with week of mass mourning
Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious in Qom, not actually running Iran - report
A diplomatic memo cited by The Times says Iran’s supreme leader is in severe condition and unable to take part in decision-making, deepening uncertainty over who is running the country.
North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says
Seoul's National Intelligence Service (NIS) said North Korea had not sent weapons or supplies so far to Iran since the conflict started on February 28.
Victory over the kingdom of evil
The richest country – the poorest people
Dancing through the crackdown: The satirical song soundtracking post-Khamenei Iran
As Iranian regime forces opened fired on citizens celebrating the dictator's death, London-based artist Naz used music on social media to make the voices of a jubilant, yet battered, nation heard.
Freedom under fire: What Passover means in a time of war - comment
In a year of war, Jewish holidays reflect reality, where freedom is less about ideals and more about safety and survival.
Iran at a crossroads: No stability without the minorities - opinion
As Iran faces a historic turning point, its future stability depends on whether marginalized groups like the Kurds are finally included in government.
Israel's decapitation strikes in Iran mark a dangerous shift in modern geopolitics - opinion
Israel and the US targeting Iran’s top leaders signals a dangerous shift, risking global instability and making all heads of state potential targets.
Voices from the Arab press: Hezbollah in state of crisis, Strait of Hormuz paralyzed
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Iranian regime hardliners ramp up calls for a nuclear bomb, sources claim
One of the sources alleged there was no plan to change Iran's nuclear doctrine yet and claimed that the regime had not decided to seek a bomb, despite enriching uranium.
Donald Trump claims Iran seeks deal, Abbas Araghchi rejects negotiations
The conflicting statements came as the economic and humanitarian toll of the war mounted, with fuel shortages spreading worldwide, sending companies and countries scrambling to contain the fallout.
