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Israel Kills Iran’s ‘Effective Leader’ in Overnight Strike, Targets Basij Commander
Ali Larijani, described by the IDF as Iran's effective leader since the war began, was killed in a targeted Israeli operation along with Basij Resistance Force commander Gholamreza Soleimani.
Johnson Refutes Joe Kent on Iran: There Was Clearly an Imminent Threat
Speaker says classified briefings showed Iran building ballistic missiles to fire on Americans, as former counterterrorism director resigns over strike rationale.
Khamenei's Killing Renews Questions About US Assassinating Foreign Leaders
The joint U.S.-Israeli operation that killed Iran's supreme leader marks the first time a democracy has openly assassinated a foreign head of state, raising legal and ethical concerns.
Lindsey Graham Got a War With Iran. What Will It Cost the Country and His Party?
The South Carolina senator has long advocated for direct confrontation with Tehran, and his influence with Trump has helped turn that vision into reality as the conflict reshapes midterm politics.
Missouri Pastor Suspended After Church Learns She Managed Epstein's Private Island
Rev. Stephanie L. Remington worked as Epstein's administrative assistant and property manager on Little Saint James from August 2018 to May 2019.
New Video Shows US Embassy in Baghdad Targeted by Iran
Video emerging from Baghdad shows what appears to be an Iranian attack on the US Embassy compound, amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Trump Treasury Sanctions Foreign Critics While Lifting Sanctions on Allies
Former diplomats say administration is using sanctions tool for political retribution rather than national security objectives
Some Democrats Shift Views on U.S. Military Support for Israel
As potential conflict with Iran looms, Democratic candidates increasingly distance themselves from unconditional military aid to Israel.
Democrats, Media Clash Over Narratives Surrounding Trump Administration Iran Operations
Progressive lawmakers and media critics question military approach while administration supporters defend decisive action against Tehran.
Two Charged With First-Degree Murder in Death of Anti-Iranian Regime Activist in Canada
Masood Masjoody, 45, a former university math instructor and board member of an anti-regime group, was found dead in Mission, British Columbia weeks after disappearing.