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Tehran Signals Defiance as Supreme Leader Vows Retaliation and Strait Closure

  A man holds a picture of Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, while people attend a funeral ceremony for the Iranian military commanders who were killed in strikes, in Tehran Iran’s Supreme Leader issued his first public remarks following the deaths of senior Iranian commanders, vowing that the country will “avenge the martyrs” and maintain the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz until what he described as “justice” is served. His comments, delivered during a nationally broadcast address, underscore a sharp escalation in rhetoric at a moment of heightened regional tension. The Supreme Leader framed the recent losses as sacrifices in the defense of Iran’s sovereignty, promising that those responsible “will face consequences.” He also reaffirmed Iran’s decision to keep the Strait closed, a move that has already disrupted global shipping routes and rattled energy markets. The strait, one of the world’s most critical chokepoints for oil transport, has long been a flas...
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European Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Paris Climate Agreement at Davos

In a strong show of unity, European leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos have vowed to uphold the Paris climate agreement, despite the recent withdrawal of the United States under President Donald Trump. European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that Europe will continue to work with nations committed to protecting nature and combating global warming. She reiterated that the Paris Agreement remains the best hope for humanity to limit global temperature increases.

The announcement comes amid growing concerns about the global climate crisis and the need for urgent action. Climate activists at Davos also made their voices heard, calling for increased taxation on the super-rich to fund a just and green future. United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell highlighted the unstoppable energy transition, with significant investments in clean energy.

Despite the U.S. withdrawal, European leaders remain steadfast in their commitment to the Paris Agreement, aiming to lead the global fight against climate change and ensure a sustainable future for all.

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