Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Raw hatred and soft power: Who came out ahead after the October 7 massacre? - opinion
The world is bombarded with contradictory messages, and the messengers seem more confused by the day: Iran won, the US won, Israel lost, Donald Trump caved, JD Vance took over.
Iran’s far-right accuses Pezeshkian, top diplomats of plotting 'soft coup' in Khamenei's absence
Pahlavi remains Iran’s main opposition figure, lack of US backing causing failure at regime change
US assesses Mojtaba Khamenei more interested in nuclear weapons than predecessor - report
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.
US, Israel temporarily remove two Iranian officials from target list - report
Parliamentary speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are the officials removed from the list as Trump attempts to open the door for peace with Tehran.