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Funeral Held in Tehran for Iran's Former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Vast crowds gathered in Tehran to honor the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in joint US-Israeli strikes, as six days of ceremonies begin across Iran and Iraq.

Jul 6, 2026, 12:02 AM BBC World

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Portions of Oman, The United Arab Emirates and Iran are seen at the Strait of Hormuz (26.0N, 56.0E) in this view. A number of ship wakes can be seen in the area of the strait. Sunglint in the Persian Gulf to the northwest, accentuates the complex currents and oil slicks, seen as dark toned blue streaks on the surface. Qeshm Island, just off the coast of Iran, can be seen on the edge of the photo.

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Iran Claims Control of Strait of Hormuz Following Weekend Ceasefire Pause

After a weekend pause in military strikes, Iran asserts control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz and reports no new attacks amid ongoing conflict with the U.S.

The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:42 PM

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US Launches Eighth Night of Strikes on Iran After Deaths of American Soldiers in Jordan

The US targets Iran’s Revolutionary Guard following missile attacks in Jordan, while Iran retaliates with drone strikes on US bases in Kuwait amid escalating regional tensions.

ABC Australia News | Jul 19, 2026, 5:31 AM

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Iranian Attacks on Jordanian Bases Injure Several U.S. Troops Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict

Iranian missile and drone strikes on military bases in Jordan this week reportedly injured multiple U.S. service members, as tensions rise following failed peace talks and renewed U.S. strikes on Iranian targets.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 3:29 AM

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US Conducts Seventh Night of Strikes on Iran Amid Conflicting Reports of Explosions Near Strait of Hormuz

The US military continues targeted strikes to degrade Iranian military capabilities, while Iran reports explosions and tanker incidents near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, claims disputed by US Central Command.

BBC World | Jul 18, 2026, 1:47 AM

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Iran Buries Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Amid Renewed US Strikes and Rising Tensions

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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Tens of Thousands Mourn Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran Funeral Procession

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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