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What to know about regional repercussions of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran?
This photo taken on March 1, 2026 shows thick smoke in Tehran, Iran. By Xinhua News Agency The United States and Israel continued airstrikes on Iran on Monday, while Tehran retaliated against
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By Anadolu Agency Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani denied Monday claims that Tehran had sought to restart negotiations with Washington, declaring that Iran will
Read MoreKhamenei’s killing sparks concerns over prolonged regional chaos
People gather to mourn the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, March 1, 2026 By Xinhua News Agency Iran confirmed on Sunday that its Supreme Leader Ali
Read MoreOil jumps 10% on Iran conflict and could spike to $100 a barrel, analysts say
Oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz, December 21, 2018. Photographer Hamad I Mohammed/File Photo By Reuters Brent crude jumped 10% to about $80 a barrel over the counter on Sunday, oil
Read MoreIranian state TV confirms Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed
By Anadolu Agency Iranian state television said Sunday that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed following US-Israeli bombardment. The broadcaster did not provide details about the
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This photo taken on March 1, 2026 shows thick smoke in Tehran, Iran. By Xinhua News Agency The United States and Israel continued airstrikes on Iran on Monday, while Tehran retaliated against
What to know about regional repercussions of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran?
This photo taken on March 1, 2026 shows thick smoke in Tehran, Iran. By Xinhua News Agency The United States and Israel continued airstrikes on Iran on Monday, while Tehran retaliated against
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Photo Reuters The United Arab Emirates awarded 20 billion dirhams worth ($5.5 billion) of military procurement contracts during a defense show this week, at a time when arms sales to the country
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The government of Somalia on Wednesday applauded Somaliland’s president Musa Bihi for his cooperation, after years of tension over sovereignty questions. ‘‘The FGS considers this move a
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Chinese businesswoman Yang Feng Glan, dubbed the “Ivory Queen”, sits inside the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania February 19, 2019. REUTERS/Emmanuel
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