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The development signals a softening in Tehran's stance, even as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) vowed the "most intense offensive operation in history" following the death of Khamenei.

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has condemned the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US‑Israeli strikes, calling it an “open declaration of war against Muslims, especially Shiites worldwide.” Iranian officials vowed revenge, describing avenging his death as a duty and right amid escalating regional conflict.

U.S. intelligence officials say the CIA tracked Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s movements for months, providing precise location intelligence that helped U.S. and Israeli forces time a deadly strike on a high‑level meeting of Iranian leaders in Tehran. This intelligence reportedly enabled the daylight attack that killed Khamenei and top commanders, a major escalation in the US‑Iran conflict.

Iran has launched fresh missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and other parts of the Middle East amid the ongoing war following US‑Israel strikes on Iranian territory. An Iranian ballistic missile hit Tel Aviv, killing one Israeli and injuring at least 20 others, with emergency responders treating victims across the city. The attacks mark a major escalation in the conflict and have triggered air raid sirens and heightened alerts nationwide.

Several Hollywood celebrities, including Rosie O’Donnell and Mark Ruffalo, have condemned the ongoing military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel. Read on to know more.

As the smoke clears over Tehran and sirens fade in the United Arab Emirates, the geopolitical crisis is about to become a global financial catastrophe. When the opening bell rings on Monday, the world is bracing for a financial bloodbath.

While one title changed hands, the other was retained at the recently concluded WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 in Chicago. With the Road to WrestleMania 42 officially underway, it’s time to look at the top five elite champions across men’s and women’s divisions and their challengers at Mania.

Playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, South Africa beat Zimbabwe by five wickets and 13 balls to spare and topped Group 1 of the T20 World Cup Super8 stage. The Proteas will now head to Kolkata, where they will face New Zealand for a place in the T20 World Cup final on Mar 8.

The IDF claimed it had killed 40 senior commanders, including Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Abdolrahim Mousavi, although full details have not been released.

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has released official footage showing the first 24 hours of Operation Epic Fury, depicting U.S. warships, fighter jets, cruise missiles, and drones striking Iranian military targets. The video highlights coordinated military action designed to dismantle Iran’s security capabilities. The campaign marks a major escalation in U.S.–Iran conflict.

Following the confirmed death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s constitutional succession process has begun under the authority of the Assembly of Experts, a clerical body responsible for selecting the next Supreme Leader. A temporary leadership council has been formed to manage affairs until a permanent leader is elected. While speculation includes Khamenei’s son Mojtaba Khamenei and possible grandson figures, any successor must be approved by senior clerics in the Assembly of Experts, which traditionally vets candidates from the conservative religious establishment. Other leading contenders include senior clerics such as Alireza Arafi and members of the Guardian Council. The opaque process reflects both theocratic tradition and elite negotiation behind Iran’s most powerful office.

At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured during violent protests outside the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan. Demonstrators clashed with security forces in response to rising Middle East tensions following recent strikes on Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei. Authorities urge calm as investigations continue.

Initial reports said four crew members of the oil tanker had sustained “injuries of varying severity.” The crew comprised 15 Indians and five Iranian citizens, the Oman Maritime Security Centre mentioned. The tanker had been anchored in the Musandam governorate since February 22.

A single glance at the latest live FlightRadar tracking data reveals a chilling picture: a massive, contiguous "black hole" stretching from the Mediterranean Sea to the Gulf of Oman, where commercial aviation has simply ceased to exist.

Currently with the England Lions squad, Jonny Bairstow’s side was supposed to play Pakistan Shaheens before the fixture was canceled. Heavy striking in gulf region saw the key event canceled, after which Bairstow took to his X handle and posted on the same.

Is this the end for Babar Azam and Salman Agha? Insiders reveal a major T20I shake-up is looming for Pakistan after their Super 8 heartbreak. From captaincy changes to veteran ‘axes,’ find out why the PCB is ready to hit the reset button.

New reports reveal that U.S. forces continued using Anthropic’s Claude AI during major military operations, even hours after President Trump announced a ban on federal use of the company’s technology. The move highlights tensions between national security policy and AI deployment in active conflicts.

Ajith Kumar is among several Indians, who are currently stuck in Saudi Arabia due to the escalating US-Iran conflict. The actor's manager has confirmed that he's safe in Dubai.

A look at Hamas, Hezbollah and Iranian leaders killed by Israel in recent years, including Yahya Sinwar, Hassan Nasrallah and other key figures.