Iran has announced that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession will pass through Iraq on July 8 before his burial in Mashhad, Iran, on July 9. Tehran expects nearly 20 million mourners for the ceremonies, though Iraqi venues have not yet been disclosed.

Iran says late Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral procession will pass through Iraq before burial

Attention has turned to the Blue Sparrow missile system following reports that the weapon may have been used in the strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader. The Blue Sparrow is an air-launched missile developed as part of Israel’s missile testing programme and is designed to simulate advanced ballistic missile threats.


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Under Iran’s constitution, a clear mechanism exists to ensure continuity of leadership despite the unprecedented sudden loss of the country’s highest authority.

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At least six people were killed after protesters stormed and set fire to a US consulate following the reported death of Ayatollah Khamenei.

Protesters storm US Consulate in Karachi after Khamenei’s death

A former IRGC commander and long-time establishment figure, Ali Larijani has re-entered the core of decision-making at a moment when military, diplomatic and constitutional processes are unfolding simultaneously.

Could Ali Larijani be Iran’s next supreme leader? How the ex‑IRGC figure emerged in succession race after Khamenei’s death

Iran has responded with symbolic defiance. A new mural unveiled in central Tehran depicts damaged aircraft on the deck of an aircraft carrier, accompanied by the warning: “If you sow the wind, you will reap the whirlwind.” 

What are Trump’s limited but dangerous options in Iran?

Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran’s last shah, said the Islamic Republic is nearing collapse after weeks of protests and a deadly crackdown. Speaking in Washington, he also claimed he is uniquely placed to lead a transition.

Iran's exiled prince Reza Pahlavi predicts fall of Tehran's Islamic regime, claims he's 'uniquely' placed to succeed

In 2025, Chinese refiners purchased on average about 1.38 million barrels per day of Iranian oil, which accounted for over 80 per cent of all Iranian crude exports tracked by Kpler analytics firm, reuters reported.

'1.38 million barrels per day!': Why is China the biggest buyer of Iranian oil?

Iran is again witnessing widespread protests, driven by public anger over economic strain, political repression and the use of state force. Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the country has seen recurring waves of mass unrest.

Student revolts, Green Movement, Mahsa Amini uprising: Iran’s biggest protests since the Islamic Revolution

As Iran prepares to resume nuclear talks with European powers, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has taken a hardline stance against the United States. In a fiery address, Khamenei accused Washington of trying to enforce “obedience” on Iran — a move he called a grave insult to the Iranian people. The comments come amid a fragile geopolitical environment, following the June war between Iran, Israel, and the US. European countries have warned of reactivating UN sanctions if Tehran doesn't return to the table in good faith.

Iran refuses to ‘obey’ US as nuclear talks with Europe restart

The sister of Iran's supreme leader reportedly said that she hopes the "tyranny" of her brother, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will soon be overthrown as she called on the country's revolutionary guards to lay down their arms.

Sister of Iran's supreme leader denounces her brother's 'despotic' regime

The Iranian regime has arrested Ayatollah Khamenei's niece Farideh Moradkhani. She had called Irani a 'murderous & child-killing regime'. Priyanka Sharma asks: Is no one safe in the ongoing crackdown by Tehran?

Gravitas: Iranian regime won't spare its own kin?

Several channels of Iran’s state television were hacked allegedly by exiled dissident groups who showed graphic images calling for the death of the country’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei.

Watch | Iranian state television hacked, ‘death to Khamenei’ chant flashed for several seconds

Iran's supreme leader mocked America's presidential election Tuesday in a televised address said that the U.S. presidential election's result will not impact Tehran's policy towards Washington.

Iran's US policy not affected by who wins election: Ayatollah Khamenei

Since 1989 Ayatollah Khamenei has maintained a firm grip on all walks of life in Iran. From the civil society to politics to the armed forces. The word Ayatollah Khamenei is absolute for every Iranian and his decisions are beyond any scrutiny.

Ayatollah Khamenei's PR overdrive on Twitter in India

The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Khamenei has launched a twitter account in Hindi. Is Iran trying to capitalise on the sentiments of Shia Muslims in India?

Gravitas: What explains Ayatollah Khamenei's Hindi outreach?

The head of state of Iran Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei has opened an official Twitter account in Hindi. The new account, which has Iran’s supreme leader bio written in Devanagari.

Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei creates official Hindi Twitter account

Iran on Friday warned US President Donald Trump on Friday against taking "dangerous actions" after Washington carried out a series of air strikes that targetted Iran-backed militia group in Iraq.

Iran warns Donald Trump after US carried air strikes in Iraq

Iranian parliamentary election begins, hardliners set to dominate

Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif responded to Trump's warnings on Sunday in a tweet, saying that targetting country's cultural sites would be a "war crime".

It will be a 'war crime' if US attacks Iran's cultural sites: Foreign minister Zarif

Iran will respond to the United States killing of Iranian Quds force chief Qassem Soleimani "any time and in any manner", Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Friday (January 3).

Iran will respond to Soleimani killing 'any time, in any manner': Foreign Minister Zarif

Sentiments of sadness, revenge were seen on the streets of the Iraqi capital Baghdad as they bid adieu to Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani who was killed on Friday in US drone attack.

Chants of 'Death to America' as Iraqis mourn death of Iranian commander Soleimani

The commander, Major General Qassim Suleimani, and several officials from Iraqi militias backed by Tehran were killed when an American MQ-9 Reaper drone fired missiles into a convoy that was leaving the airport. #WION #DonaldTrump #Iran #US

Ayatollah Khamenei vows ‘severe revenge’ for Soleimani killing

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday praised the country's people for foiling a "very dangerous" plot after violence erupted during protests this month against a fuel price hike.

Iranian citizens successful in foiling a dangerous conspiracy: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

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