Iran postpones Ali Khamenei’s funeral hours before schedule
Iran has postponed the state funeral for its late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, just hours before it was scheduled to begin in Tehran. State media said the decision was made because officials expect an exceptionally large turnout of mourners. The farewell ceremony had been planned to start Wednesday evening at Imam Khomeini Mosalla, with […]
UK flags Iran war risk as it cuts 2026 growth forecast
The UK government has lowered its economic growth forecast for 2026 to 1.1%, down from 1.4%, citing rising risks from the escalating conflict in Iran and the Middle East, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced. Rising energy prices and global uncertainty are key factors affecting the outlook. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) highlighted that the updated […]
UK sends counter-drone helicopters and HMS Dragon to Cyprus following Iran’s strike
The UK is sending helicopters with counter-drone capabilities and the Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dragon to Cyprus after a drone strike hit RAF Akrotiri, Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed. The move aims to protect British personnel and strengthen regional defence. Sir Keir emphasized that the UK will focus on defensive operations and will not take […]
Fresh expl0sions rock Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi
Major Gulf cities, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha, were rocked by explosions as Iran retaliated against US-Israeli strikes. Residents reported loud blasts, black smoke, and emergency alerts prompting people to seek shelter. Authorities in Dubai said air defense systems intercepted many missiles and drones, though falling debris caused damage and at least one death […]
War: Too late for negotiations now – Trump rejects Iran’s approach
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s attempt to reopen negotiations, saying it is now too late. His remarks came as the US and Israel intensified strikes on Iranian military and government targets. Iran responded with hundreds of missile and drone attacks across Israel and the Gulf, hitting US bases, embassies, and civilian sites. Casualties […]
Russia, Iran discuss US-Israel strikes amid Middle East tensions
Russia and Iran have discussed the rising tensions in the Middle East following the recent military actions by the United States and Israel. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi about the situation. Both officials described the strikes as harmful to regional stability. Lavrov restated Russia’s opposition to […]
We have struck nearly 2,000 targets in Iran – US military
The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that American forces have struck close to 2,000 targets in Iran since the joint U.S.-Israel offensive began. Admiral Brad Cooper said the operation aims to weaken Iran’s military capacity and protect American interests in the region. According to the update, more than 2,000 munitions were used, targeting air […]
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s son reportedly named as Iran’s new supreme leader
Reports from Israeli media claim that Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei has been chosen as Iran’s new Supreme Leader. He was reportedly selected by the Assembly of Experts following the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian authorities have yet to officially confirm the development. According to the reports, the late leader died during joint US-Israeli […]
Iran: Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba emerges frontrunner to succeed father as supreme leader
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran’s Supreme Leader, is reportedly emerging as a top candidate to succeed his father. International media reports say members of Iran’s Assembly of Experts are considering him, although no official confirmation has been made. Some foreign and opposition outlets claim he has already been selected, but Iranian authorities have not verified […]
France deploys jets over UAE to protect its military bases
France has deployed Dassault Rafale fighter jets over the United Arab Emirates to safeguard its military installations amid escalating regional tensions and Iranian drone activity, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed Tuesday. France maintains several hundred navy, air force and army personnel in the UAE, with Rafale aircraft stationed at Al Dhafra Air Base near Abu […]