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Tehran Rocked by Renewed Israeli Strikes as Iran’s Leadership Council Assumes Control

  A woman reacts as she holds a placard with an image of Iranian late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at a rally in solidarity with Iran after U.S. and Israeli strikes killed Ali Khamenei, in Beirut, Lebanon. Israel has launched another wave of airstrikes on Tehran, intensifying a rapidly escalating regional crisis just one day after the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. According to multiple reports, Israeli officials said the renewed strikes were intended to maintain air dominance as Iran faces its most significant leadership vacuum in decades.  The power void left by Khamenei’s killing has prompted Iran to activate a leadership council to stabilize governance. Inside the country, reactions have been sharply divided—some mourning the long‑time leader, others openly celebrating his death, revealing deep internal fractures.  The military confrontation has widened beyond Iran’s borders. Iran has retaliated with missile barrages targeting Israe...

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Global Trade in Flux: Nations Scramble to Negotiate Trump's Tariffs


The Trump administration has revealed that over 50 countries have approached the White House to discuss the sweeping tariffs announced earlier this month. These tariffs, set to take effect on Wednesday, have sparked global economic uncertainty and fears of a recession. 

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that resolving unfair trade practices would require time and credible offers from affected nations. Meanwhile, President Trump remains steadfast, urging Americans to "hang tough" as he pursues his vision of economic realignment. 

Countries like Vietnam and Israel are actively seeking negotiations, with Vietnam proposing to eliminate tariffs on U.S. goods in exchange for concessions. Allies and adversaries alike are grappling with the implications of these tariffs, which have disrupted financial markets and strained international relations. 

The administration's move has drawn mixed reactions, with some praising the bold stance on trade and others warning of inflationary pressures and potential economic fallout. As nations scramble to respond, the global trading system faces a pivotal moment of transformation.

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