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U.S. Officials Say Iran’s New Supreme Leader Gravely Wounded Amid Escalating Conflict

Protesters hold posters of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his son, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, during a protest marking al-Quds Day (Jerusalem Day), after Friday prayers at Fatih Mosque in Istanbul. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed that Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei , was seriously wounded and likely disfigured during the opening phase of U.S. and Israeli military strikes. Speaking at a Pentagon briefing, Hegseth described Iran’s leadership as “desperate and hiding,” asserting that Khamenei has gone underground following injuries sustained in the attacks.  Reports from multiple outlets indicate that Khamenei has not appeared publicly since the conflict began, fueling speculation about the severity of his condition. Some accounts suggest he may have suffered catastrophic injuries, including the loss of a limb and a possible coma, after an airstrike that also killed members of his family.  U.S....
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French Air Traffic Strike Grounds Summer Travel Plans Across Europe


As the European summer holiday season kicks off, a two-day strike by French air traffic controllers has thrown travel plans into disarray. Beginning July 3, the walkout—led by the UNSA-ICNA and USAC-CGT unions—has resulted in hundreds of flight cancellations and delays across France and beyond.

The strike stems from long-standing grievances over staff shortages, outdated equipment, and what unions describe as a toxic management culture. France’s civil aviation authority (DGAC) responded by ordering airlines to slash up to 50% of flights at some airports, including Paris Charles de Gaulle and Orly.


Ripple Effects Across Europe

The impact isn’t limited to France. With French airspace serving as a major corridor for European flights, overflights from the UK, Spain, and Italy are also facing reroutes and delays. Ryanair alone canceled 170 flights, affecting over 30,000 passengers, while EasyJet grounded 274 flights over the two-day period.

Government Pushback and Passenger Frustration

Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot called the timing of the strike “unacceptable,” especially as families begin their summer getaways. Meanwhile, airlines are scrambling to rebook passengers or offer refunds, and travel hubs like Nice, Lyon, and Marseille are bracing for continued turbulence.

With no resolution in sight and more labor actions possible, travelers are advised to monitor flight updates closely and consider alternative routes. The skies over Europe may be sunny—but the forecast for air travel remains stormy.

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