Middle East


Errors in Mojtaba Khamenei's first message dictated by IRGC raise questions about his condition

 State media in Iran published a written message from the new leader on Thursday evening after nearly two weeks without any message or sign of him. These outlets also appear to have used image-enhancement tools to make Mojtaba Khamenei’s face look more polished

Iranian diplomats in Australia, Denmark seek asylum as war rages on in their home country - report

A protester waves the pre-Islamic Revolution Iranian flag outside UN headquarters during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Iran in New York on January 15, 2026.

UN resolution condemning Iran leaves the country unexpectedly isolated - analysis

US AND UK representatives vote in favor of a sanctions resolution regarding the situation in Iran and the Middle East a United Nations Security Council at UN headquarters in New York City, US, March 12, 2026.