Skip to main content

Featured

Mojtaba Khamenei’s Rise Sparks Market Turmoil as Hardliners Mobilize

People attend a gathering to support Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, March 9, 2026.  Iran’s hardline factions mounted a powerful show of support for newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei , rallying across Tehran in a display that signaled a tightening of conservative control and diminished hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East.  The demonstrations, marked by mass gatherings and imagery linking Mojtaba to his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, underscored the regime’s consolidation at a moment of heightened regional conflict.  Analysts warn that the hardliners’ unified backing suggests Iran is unlikely to soften its stance amid ongoing tensions with the U.S. and Israel. Global markets reacted sharply. Fears that prolonged instability could further disrupt energy supplies sent oil prices soaring and triggered steep declines in major stock indices. With one of the most significan...

article

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Bangladesh, Leaving Casualties

Dhaka residents rushed out of their homes as buildings shook and some makeshift structures collapsed.

A strong earthquake shook Bangladesh early Friday, causing widespread panic and damage across several districts. Authorities confirmed that at least five people lost their lives, while around 100 others sustained injuries in the tremor.

The quake rattled buildings, forcing residents to rush outdoors in fear. Emergency services quickly mobilized to assist the injured and assess structural damage. Hospitals reported an influx of patients, many suffering from fractures and trauma.

Officials are monitoring aftershocks and urging residents to remain cautious. Rescue teams continue to search affected areas, while engineers are evaluating the safety of critical infrastructure.

This incident highlights the country’s vulnerability to seismic activity, underscoring the urgent need for improved disaster preparedness and resilient urban planning.


Comments