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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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Royal Welcome: King Charles and Queen Camilla Captivate Ottawa Crowds

Thousands of enthusiastic royal watchers gathered in Ottawa to welcome King Charles III and Queen Camilla during their highly symbolic visit to Canada. The royal couple arrived on Monday afternoon, greeted by Prime Minister Mark Carney, Governor General Mary Simon, and Indigenous leaders.  

Their first stop was Lansdowne Park, where they met with community members and took part in a ceremonial puck drop at a street hockey game. Later, they traveled to Rideau Hall, where King Charles planted a blue beech tree, a symbol of resilience and heritage.  

The visit comes at a crucial time, as Canada seeks to reaffirm its sovereignty amid political tensions with the United States. The highlight of the trip will be King Charles delivering the Speech from the Throne, marking the first time a monarch has done so in Canada since 1977.  

The royal visit has been met with excitement, with crowds spontaneously breaking into renditions of God Save the King and O Canada. As the King and Queen continue their engagements, their presence serves as a reminder of Canada's deep-rooted ties to the monarchy and its distinct national identity.

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