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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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Quebec Businesses Brace for Uncertainty After Legault’s Resignation

                             François Legault's tenure draws praise, anger across Quebec — and relief he's going.

François Legault’s unexpected resignation has sent ripples through Quebec’s political and economic landscape, arriving at a moment when many businesses were already navigating a challenging environment. Although he will remain in office until his party selects a new leader, his decision marks a turning point for the Coalition Avenir Québec and raises questions about the province’s direction heading into the 2026 election.

Legault’s departure follows months of declining support and internal pressure, creating a leadership vacuum at a time when companies are seeking stability. Business owners across the province are weighing how potential policy shifts could affect labour regulations, investment incentives, and ongoing economic initiatives.

Reactions from the business community have been mixed. Some credit Legault with fostering economic growth and stability during his tenure, while others hope new leadership will bring a more collaborative approach, particularly in sectors that have felt strained by recent government decisions.

As political parties prepare to redefine their platforms and court voters, Quebec’s business sector enters a period of watchful waiting. The next several months will shape not only the province’s political future but also the economic climate in which companies must operate.


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