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Iran resumes commercial flight operations for the first time since the onset of conflict

Iran has resumed commercial flight operations from its main international hub in Tehran for the first time since the conflict with the United States and Israel began in late February.

Fateh, Kheibar Shekan, Qadr…: Iranians join missile rallies supporting IRGC against US, Israel

Amid escalating regional tensions, Iran has staged a series of high profile patriotic rallies in Bushehr and Tehran, using the events to prominently showcase advanced missile systems.

Iran accuses US, Israel of targeting universities, warns of retaliation

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States and Israel of targeting Iranian universities in ongoing military strikes, warning that Tehran will respond.

Inside Tehran During War: Smoke, Strikes And People Fleeing | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Iran has entered a new political chapter after the death of longtime Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The country’s powerful clerical establishment has chosen his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as the new Supreme Leader—an unprecedented move that raises major questions about the future of the Islamic Republic. Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, the reclusive cleric who spent decades in the shadows? Why did Iran’s leadership select him despite constitutional concerns and accusations of dynastic succession? Palki Sharma tells you. Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V

US Sutra | The Iran paradox: The strange case of Left-liberal mourning for Tehran

To eulogise and lament the demise of a barbarous despot and a brutal regime, which trampled on its own citizens and destroyed its own country economically, socially and politically, is sheer folly

What happens next in Iran after Ayatollah Khamenei’s death?

The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in US-Israel airstrikes has triggered leadership uncertainty, military escalation, and fears of further repression at home. As Iran retaliates and its succession process begins, the entirety of West Asia faces renewed instability

Who was Rubina Aminian, Iranian Student shot in the back of the head and buried roadside?

Rubina Aminian, a 23-year-old Kurdish fashion student, was shot in the back of the head during anti-government protests in Tehran. Her family was forced to identify her body among hundreds of victims and later buried her by the roadside under security pressure. Her case highlights the brutal crackdown on Iranian protesters, which has led to more than 500 deaths

This Week in Explainers: Why the anti-Khamenei uprising is Iran’s most powerful yet

Iran is gripped by unrest, as protests rage on for two weeks. There are calls to overthrow Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Could this be the end of the regime? In our weekly wrap, we talk about the anger in Iran, Donald Trump’s ambition for Venezuela and Greenland, and more

Security fears derail Islamabad–Tehran–Istanbul freight dream yet again

The Islamabad –Tehran– Istanbul freight train’s restart was delayed again over security concerns, as militant violence in Balochistan continues to disrupt rail operations.

Drought and dams: Not oil, but water is fast becoming a security threat in West Asia

Iran’s capital is facing a severe water shortage, placing intense ecological strain on residents. President Masoud Pezeshkian said mounting pressure on water resources, land and infrastructure has left the government with ‘no option’ but to act.