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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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Nepal’s Gen Z Defy Curfew as Anti-Corruption Protests Force Social Media Ban Reversal

                                  Demonstrators gather to protest against Monday's killing of 19 people


Tens of thousands of young protesters in Nepal have defied strict curfews, continuing their anti-corruption demonstrations even after the government lifted a controversial nationwide social media ban. The unrest, led largely by Gen Z activists, erupted last week after authorities blocked access to 26 platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and X, citing security concerns.

The ban, seen by many as an attack on free speech, quickly became a rallying point for broader grievances over corruption, nepotism, and poor governance. Demonstrations escalated into violent clashes on September 8, leaving at least 19 people dead and more than 400 injured. Protesters set fire to the homes of senior political leaders, including former prime ministers and cabinet ministers, as well as government buildings.

Following an emergency Cabinet meeting, the government restored access to social media in an attempt to calm tensions. However, the move failed to quell public anger. Crowds continued to gather in Kathmandu and other cities, chanting slogans such as “Stop corruption, not social media,” and demanding systemic reforms.

The political crisis deepened when Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli resigned on September 9, ending his fourth term in office. Despite his departure, protest leaders have vowed to maintain pressure until their calls for accountability and justice are met.


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