Former US Hostage John Limbert Says ‘Iron Fist’ Approach Fails with Iran
John Limbert, a former American captive in Tehran, argues that military pressure will not improve US-Iran relations.
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John Limbert, a former American captive in Tehran, argues that military pressure will not improve US-Iran relations.
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Former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was honored in a massive funeral procession in Tehran following his death in an airstrike amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 10:19 PM
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Al Jazeera’s new film traces the transformation of Iran from a Western-aligned monarchy to a revolutionary state and the ensuing regional and global tensions.
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John L Esposito, a leading expert on Islam and international affairs, passed away on July 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking scholarship that reshaped Islam-West relations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 7:19 AMworld
The renowned scholar and author, John L Esposito, passed away on July 15, 2026, leaving a lasting impact on the study of Islam and Muslim societies.
Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 7:07 AM
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US President Donald Trump surprises NATO allies with promises of new arms sales and expresses unexpected warmth toward the alliance during the Ankara summit, despite earlier criticisms and tensions over Iran.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 8, 2026, 9:07 AM
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The death toll of US troops in the Middle East conflict rose to 17 following Iranian attacks, prompting President Trump to promise severe consequences.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 9:19 PM
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South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham passed away suddenly after returning from Ukraine, noted for his deep understanding of international affairs and strong support for U.S.-Israel relations.
Fox News Latest | Jul 12, 2026, 10:55 PM
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Supreme leader Ali Khamenei was buried in Mashhad following an Israeli strike that ended his decades-long rule, as mourners reject compromise with the West amid ongoing conflict.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 10, 2026, 12:39 AM
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The burial of Iran's slain Supreme Leader coincides with a major escalation in US-Iran conflict, including US airstrikes targeting around 90 Iranian military sites.
Africanews | Jul 9, 2026, 1:24 AM
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Iran holds state funeral for Ali Khamenei amid ongoing war with the United States and Israel, focusing attention on his successor Mojtaba Khamenei.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 7:40 AM
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Funeral ceremonies begin for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose assassination in February sparked regional conflict and widespread mourning and dissent within Iran.
ABC Australia News | Jul 4, 2026, 6:30 AM
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Deadly clashes in western Iran’s Kurdish-majority regions raise questions about escalating Kurdish opposition amid ongoing U.S.-Iran diplomatic talks.
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