Khamenei

AI modeling predicts IRGC support for military general to succeed Khamenei

Speculation over succession has intensified during periods of heightened regional tension, including the recent 12-day war in June.

Iranian parliament members chant in support of the IRGC while wearing military uniforms in Tehran, Iran, February 1, 2026.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves during a meeting in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026.

Khamenei taunts US by not limiting missiles, nuclear program: Will world confront him? - editorial

Ultra-Othodox Jewish men block a road and clash with police during a protest against the autopsy of toddlers who died in a daycare, on Tuesday. These protests were not about honoring the dead, but about avoiding accontability, the writer argues.

Haredi protesters attack female soldiers, Iran protests gain momentum

US President Donald Trump arrives at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, February 9, 2026.

Iran is turning Trump's strategy of chaotic communication confusion against him - opinion


Iranian scholar calls for action on Trump's, 'Zionist leaders' threats against Khamenei

If they carry out such an act, they will face severe and divine punishment, and they will undoubtedly be avenged," Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi wrote.

 Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi pictured in 2017.

Israel and Iran: Is this the Jewish state's final showdown against Tehran? - analysis

“Fordow is gone” was the message sent by President Donald Trump on social media. American strikes on Iran came nine days after Israel’s surprise attack, and the results changed the world forever.

A satellite image shows airstrike craters covered with dirt at the Natanz Enrichment Facility, following US airstrikes, in Natanz County, Iran, June 24, 2025

'Bomb, bomb Iran': Trump shares song calling to put Khamenei 'in a box'

The post, published on Wednesday, included the lyrics: “Went to a mosque, gonna throw some rocks. Tell the Ayatollah, 'Gonna put you in a box!'"

 US President Donald Trump speaks to media ahead of boarding Marine One to depart to attend the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands, from the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, June 24, 2025.

Argentine judge orders AMIA bombing suspects tried in absentia

Until now, Argentina’s justice system did not allow trials in the absence of the accused in serious criminal cases such as this one.

 People hold pictures of victims during a ceremony to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1994 AMIA Jewish center bombing attack, Buenos Aires, July 18, 2024.

Khamenei claims 'victory over Israel, US' in recorded message released while in hiding

"With all that clamor, with all those claims, the Zionist regime, under the blows of the Islamic Republic, has almost collapsed and been crushed," he said.

 A screenshot of a pre-recorded message by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei from a hidden location.

Iran sacrificed everything over its hatred for Israel, expert says

INSS researcher Beni Sabti argues that Iran is ramping up arrests and executions to paint a picture of damage control after successful Israeli infiltrations.

 People celebrate what they say is Iran's victory, after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, in Beirut, Lebanon June 25, 2025.

'Israel is killing the killers': Former Evin prisoner speaks out after Israeli strikes - exclusive

"This was a powerful moment for us , to see those who tormented us finally being held accountable. But I must say: as long as Khamenei is alive, the cycle of violence isn't over."

 A view of the perimeter wall of the site of the Evin prison fire, in Tehran, Iran October 17, 2022.

Israel goes all in on regime change in Iran, but refrains from killing Khamenei - analysis

The only major targets or uses of force that Israel seems to be refraining from in Iran, so far, are assassinating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and sending in ground troops.

A poster calling for the ouster of Iran's Islamic government is seen in the Little Tehran neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, US, June 22, 2025

Khamenei asks Putin for more assistance after US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

While Putin has condemned the Israeli strikes, he has yet to comment on the US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.

 Russia's President Vladimir Putin (L), who arrived to attend the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), meets with Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, November 23, 2015.

Israel sees no instability, cracks in Iranian regime's control amid IDF operations, officials say

“There are no indications that the central government in Tehran is losing control — quite the opposite. The Iranian regime appears to be tightening its grip,” the three officials said.

People attend an anti-Israeli protest after Friday prayers in Tehran, Iran, June 20, 2025