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Mojtaba Khamenei: The Rise of Iran’s New Supreme Leader

                      A picture of Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is displayed on a screen in Tehran Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, has emerged as Iran’s new supreme leader following the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in joint U.S.–Israeli strikes. His appointment by the Assembly of Experts comes at a moment of profound crisis for Iran, as the country faces regional war, internal instability, and intense international scrutiny.  A Secretive Heir With Deep Establishment Ties Mojtaba, long considered influential behind the scenes, is a mid-ranking cleric with strong connections to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). His political rise signals continuity of Iran’s hardline establishment, despite the country’s ideological discomfort with hereditary succession.  A Leader Shaped by Conflict and Loss His ascension comes amid the “Ramadan War,” during which he was reportedly wound...

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Tragedy in Gaza: Israeli Airstrike Hits School, Killing 30 Including Children

 

In a devastating incident on Saturday, an Israeli airstrike targeted a school in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, which was being used as a shelter by displaced Palestinians. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least 30 people, including several children.

The school, which housed thousands of people seeking refuge from ongoing conflict, was struck amidst escalating tensions. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, the victims included seven children and seven women. The injured were rushed to Al Aqsa Hospital, where the scene was described as chaotic and heart-wrenching.

Israel’s military stated that the strike aimed at a Hamas command center allegedly used for storing weapons and planning attacks. However, Palestinian officials and humanitarian organizations have condemned the attack, highlighting the severe impact on civilians.

This tragic event has intensified calls for a ceasefire, with international mediators from the U.S., Egypt, Qatar, and Israel scheduled to meet in Italy to discuss potential resolutions. The ongoing conflict continues to take a heavy toll on the civilian population, with urgent appeals for peace and humanitarian aid growing louder.


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