Topic
Middle East
Iran threatens to block additional trade routes after US strikes
U.S. forces struck Iranian military installations in a coordinated wave of attacks, leading Tehran to threaten the closure of further global energy transit routes.
US resumes naval blockade of Iran as airstrikes intensify
U.S. Central Command has reinstated a naval blockade of Iranian ports following the collapse of a ceasefire. The move signals a major escalation as the U.S. bolsters its maritime presence to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
Mojtaba Khamenei Unlikely to Attend Father’s Funeral Over Security Risks
Security agencies have advised against Mojtaba Khamenei appearing in public, citing significant safety risks following his father's death. His continued absence raises questions about the stability of the leadership transition and his role as the new Supreme Leader.