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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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Canada Stays Seated as Delegates Walk Out During Netanyahu’s UN Speech

                                Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to the United Nations General Assembly.

At the United Nations General Assembly in New York, dozens of diplomats staged a mass walkout during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address. The protest came as Netanyahu condemned countries that recently recognized Palestinian statehood, calling such moves “disgraceful” and a reward for terrorism.

While delegations from many developing nations and some Western allies left the chamber, Canada chose not to participate. Ambassador Bob Rae remained seated throughout the speech, even as the presiding official repeatedly called for order amid the disruption.

Netanyahu’s remarks focused heavily on hostages held by Hamas, threats from Iran, and his rejection of international recognition of Palestinian statehood. His speech was met with heckling from at least one attendee, underscoring the tense atmosphere.

Canada’s decision to stay in the chamber highlights its nuanced diplomatic stance: while Ottawa has joined allies in recognizing a Palestinian state, it opted against the symbolic protest of walking out during Netanyahu’s address.


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