Khamenei

Don’t miss the moment: Iran war a historic opportunity to reshape the Middle East - opinion

This war is about an opportunity to dramatically alter the reality that has defined the Middle East - and the possibility that something foundational can change.

Iranian security chief Ali Larijani takes part in a pro-government rally in Tehran, Iran, March 13, 2026
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani, Iranian ambassador to Lebanon Mojtaba Amani and others attend a ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of Hassan Nasrallah's death, on the outskirts of Beirut, Lebanon, September 27, 2025

Killing Larijani sends message to surviving Iran leadership: Compromise or die - analysis

 A view of Burj Khalifa, after an Iranian attack, following United States and Israel strikes on Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 1, 2026

Conflicting UAE reports on Iran strike, 2 IDF soldiers confirmed killed

Satellite imagery from an alleged Israeli strike on the bunker where Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being guarded.

Khamenei built Iran’s terror empire - poetic justice finally caught up with him - opinion


Israel and Iran: Is this the Jewish state's final showdown against Tehran? - analysis

“Fordow is gone” was the message sent by President Donald Trump on social media. American strikes on Iran came nine days after Israel’s surprise attack, and the results changed the world forever.

A satellite image shows airstrike craters covered with dirt at the Natanz Enrichment Facility, following US airstrikes, in Natanz County, Iran, June 24, 2025

'Bomb, bomb Iran': Trump shares song calling to put Khamenei 'in a box'

The post, published on Wednesday, included the lyrics: “Went to a mosque, gonna throw some rocks. Tell the Ayatollah, 'Gonna put you in a box!'"

 US President Donald Trump speaks to media ahead of boarding Marine One to depart to attend the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands, from the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, June 24, 2025.

Argentine judge orders AMIA bombing suspects tried in absentia

Until now, Argentina’s justice system did not allow trials in the absence of the accused in serious criminal cases such as this one.

 People hold pictures of victims during a ceremony to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1994 AMIA Jewish center bombing attack, Buenos Aires, July 18, 2024.

Khamenei claims 'victory over Israel, US' in recorded message released while in hiding

"With all that clamor, with all those claims, the Zionist regime, under the blows of the Islamic Republic, has almost collapsed and been crushed," he said.

 A screenshot of a pre-recorded message by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei from a hidden location.

Iran sacrificed everything over its hatred for Israel, expert says

INSS researcher Beni Sabti argues that Iran is ramping up arrests and executions to paint a picture of damage control after successful Israeli infiltrations.

 People celebrate what they say is Iran's victory, after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, in Beirut, Lebanon June 25, 2025.

'Israel is killing the killers': Former Evin prisoner speaks out after Israeli strikes - exclusive

"This was a powerful moment for us , to see those who tormented us finally being held accountable. But I must say: as long as Khamenei is alive, the cycle of violence isn't over."

 A view of the perimeter wall of the site of the Evin prison fire, in Tehran, Iran October 17, 2022.

Israel goes all in on regime change in Iran, but refrains from killing Khamenei - analysis

The only major targets or uses of force that Israel seems to be refraining from in Iran, so far, are assassinating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and sending in ground troops.

A poster calling for the ouster of Iran's Islamic government is seen in the Little Tehran neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, US, June 22, 2025

Khamenei asks Putin for more assistance after US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

While Putin has condemned the Israeli strikes, he has yet to comment on the US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.

 Russia's President Vladimir Putin (L), who arrived to attend the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), meets with Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, November 23, 2015.

Israel sees no instability, cracks in Iranian regime's control amid IDF operations, officials say

“There are no indications that the central government in Tehran is losing control — quite the opposite. The Iranian regime appears to be tightening its grip,” the three officials said.

People attend an anti-Israeli protest after Friday prayers in Tehran, Iran, June 20, 2025

E3 countries seek pathway to diplomacy with Iran, Hezbollah leader offers help to Iran

IAF intercepts Iranian drones near Dead Sea • IAEA chief identifies Isfahan as Iran's planned uranium enrichment site • Smoke, explosions in Tehran, Rasht

 France's Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot delivers a speech after a meeting with European partners to suggest a negotiated solution to end the conflict between Iran and Israel at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (Quai d'Orsay) in Paris, France, June 19, 2025.