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Belarus journalist convicted of treason and sentenced to 9 years in prison

Activists say an independent journalist in Belarus has been convicted of treason and sentenced to nine years in prison

The Independent UK

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, the influential insider now leading Iran?

For decades, Mojtaba Khamenei operated in the shadows, building influence inside Iran’s clerical and security circles without ever holding an official post. Chosen as Iran’s supreme leader, the 56-year-old cleric now steps into the most powerful role in the country after his father was killed in US-Israeli air strikes.

Radio France Internationale

Iran's New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Starts His First Day With a Barrage of Missile Attack at Israel

Iran's newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, launched his first missile strike on Israel, triggering casualties and a surge in global oil prices.

International Business Times UK

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Pete Hegseth says ‘there will be more casualties’ in US war with Iran

Comments from defense secretary come as number of US service members killed in conflict has climbed to seven

The Guardian - US

After oil, war of water? Why desalination plants are turning into targets in Middle East – explained

Desalination plants in the Middle East are becoming targets in the escalating conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel. Recent incidents in Bahrain and Iran, with conflicting claims of responsibility, highlight the strategic importance of these facilities. Attacks on water infrastructure pose a significant threat to civilian survival and regional…

The Times of India

Video shows US Tomahawk missile hit base next to bombed Iranian school

Footage of attack on Minab compound adds to evidence indicating it was a US strike that killed scores of children

The Guardian - UK

Hungarian leader Orbán urges European Union to lift Russian energy sanctions

Hungary’s leader Viktor Orbán is urging the European Union to suspend sanctions on Russian energy as oil and gas prices jump

The Independent UK

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‘No point talking ceasefire’: Iran vows defence and ‘crushing retaliation’

Iran has ruled out the possibility of a ceasefire amid ongoing hostilities, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei saying Tehran will focus solely on defence and retaliation as long as attacks against the country continue.

The Times of India

Ministers eye new energy support as Iran war sends prices soaring

Derek Lickorish, chairman of electricity and gas firm Utilita, has warned ‘we just don't know’ how high gas prices will go

Evening Standard

Conflict spreads across the Middle East as Iran names new supreme leader

Iran has fired missiles towards Israel and several Gulf nations, after the Islamic republic named Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, succeeding his late father despite warnings from the United States and Israel that he could become their next target.

Radio France Internationale

Iran Declares Six-Month War Readiness While Claiming to Destroy 80 Drones, Contradicting Trump's Victory Claims

Explore Iran's military readiness as it claims to destroy 80 enemy drones, challenging US and Israel's air superiority. Discover the strategic and regional implications of this intense conflict.

International Business Times UK

Monday briefing: How are Iranians abroad grappling with loss and uncertainty from afar?

In today’s newsletter: Across the Iranian diaspora, reactions to the escalating conflict reveal a complex mix of fear, grief and deep political ambivalence

The Guardian - UK

March 2026 Mortgage Rates Near 6%, 15‑Year at 5.50% as Iran War and Job Losses Shake Market — Should You Lock In?

Learn how rising oil prices and job losses are pushing mortgage rates to 5.98%. Decide whether to lock in before the Federal Reserve's March meeting. Stay updated with the latest economic insights.

International Business Times UK

The war on Iran is already upending the Middle East. Look to the Gulf states to see how

Countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE are finding their carefully projected image of stability has been blown away, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik

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The Independent UK

Iran names former supreme leader's son to succeed him as war sends oil prices soaring

Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran’s late supreme leader, is the Islamic Republic’s next ruler

Newslaundry

Trump blames Iran but evidence mounts it was US precision strike that killed Iranian kids

The New York Times has confirmed that a missile striking an elementary school in Iran’s Minab last month was a US Tomahawk cruise missile – adding to mounting evidence that civilians have been targeted in the ongoing US–Israeli assault on Iran.

The Times of India

When will the Iran war end? Trump hints at 'mutual' decision with Netanyahu

US President Trump stated that the decision to end the war with Iran will be mutually decided with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. Trump claimed intervention prevented Iran from destroying Israel, and he will make the final decision on the conflict's duration. The White House expects the war to last four…

The Times of India

Ayatollah dead, son Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran’s supreme leader: Where things stand on day 10 of war

A devastating 10-day conflict has erupted between the US, Israel, and Iran, claiming over 1,600 lives and displacing hundreds of thousands in Lebanon. Key events include the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, retaliatory strikes, Hezbollah opening a northern front, and escalating regional tensions threatening global energy markets. The war has…

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The Guardian - AU

Vance and Hegseth attend dignified transfer ceremony – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: drone experts will be in Middle East in coming days, says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian president hopes for reciprocal support for Kyiv in repelling Russian forces. What we know on day 1,474

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer to reassure public as Iran conflict enters tenth day

The Prime Minister will discuss the impact on people in the UK as he visits a London community centre on Monday.

International Business Times UK

Is Vladimir Putin Sick? Russian President Sparks New Health Concerns After 'Unedited' Coughing Fit Airs On Russian TV

An unedited Russian television broadcast has reignited scrutiny of Vladimir Putin after the president was forced to restart an International Women's Day address because of a coughing fit. The footage was quickly replaced, but not before it reopened familiar and still unproven questions about his health.

The Times of India

Explained: 5 things to know about rise of secretive son, Mojtaba Khamenei, from shadow power to Iran's new supreme leader after Khamenei’s killing

Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has emerged from the shadows, inheriting immense power after his father's passing. His quiet but influential rise, marked by deep ties to the IRGC and past controversies, now places him at the helm during a critical period of economic and regional challenges. His leadership…

The Times of India

Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, the new Iranian Supreme Leader facing US and Israel

The appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new supreme leader comes at a moment of extraordinary upheaval for the Islamic Republic. The announcement was made shortly after midnight Monday by Iran’s powerful assembly of experts, the clerical body responsible for choosing the country’s top leader, following the death of his…

Axios

Iran's next supreme leader: Khamenei's hardline son Mojtaba

Critics say the younger Khamenei is unqualified for the position.

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