According to an "Axios" deep dive, the assassination of Ali Khamenei was a masterpiece of strategic deception. The plan was solidified in December during a meeting between Netanyahu and Trump at Mar-a-Lago. While Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were engaging in "last-chance" talks in Geneva just 48 hours before the strike, they were secretly reporting back to VP JD Vance that the Iranians were merely "stalling for time." Trump officially signed off on the strike Friday, follo

The New York Times reported on Sunday, March 1, 2026, that the CIA successfully pinpointed the exact location of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei moments before the massive U.S.-Israeli assault. According to officials, the agency had been monitoring Khamenei’s movements and behavioral patterns for months. The breakthrough came when the CIA intercepted intelligence regarding a high-level meeting at a command complex in central Tehran early Saturday morning. The U.S. and Israel repo

In a massive retaliatory strike early Sunday, March 1, 2026, Iran launched waves of "Fattah" hypersonic missiles targeting major Israeli cities. A direct hit was reported near the "Kirya" (Israel's Ministry of Defense) in Tel Aviv, leaving over 121 injured and causing at least one death. Sirens blared from Jerusalem to Ashdod as the Israeli public spent the entire day in underground bunkers following warnings from the Home Front Command. The escalation follows President Donal

President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Tehran on Sunday, March 1, 2026, promising to hit Iran with "a force that has never been seen before" if it continues its massive retaliatory campaign. Following the confirmed death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a joint U.S.-Israeli operation, Trump took to Truth Social, stating that the U.S. strikes would remain "uninterrupted" until his objective of regional peace is met. The escalation turned physical as Iranian ballis

Iranian state media officially confirmed on Sunday, March 1, 2026, the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei following coordinated U.S.-Israeli airstrikes. An emotional TV anchor announced that the Leader had been "martyred," as the government declared 40 days of national mourning. The confirmation follows President Donald Trump’s earlier announcement of the successful strike, during which he hinted at "capable candidates" ready to lead a new Iran. The Islamic Revolutionary Gu

The U.S. State Department's Bureau of African Affairs issued a blistering statement on Thursday, February 26, 2026, denouncing the "horrific atrocities" committed by both the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The U.S. highlighted specific attacks, including SAF drone strikes on the "Al-Naam Market" and an RSF-linked strike on the "Quick Hospital" that killed healthcare workers. Washington expressed grave concern over the targeting of World Food P

The United States has deployed a squadron of F-22 Raptors to an Israeli Air Force base, a move described by the Wall Street Journal as a significant escalation ahead of potential strikes on Iran. This deployment, completed between Tuesday and Wednesday (Feb 25, 2026), marks the first time such a large contingent of America's premier air-superiority fighters has been stationed on Israeli soil for operational duties. With 12 to 18 F-22s now in the region, the Pentagon has estab

On the sidelines of the high-stakes Geneva negotiations, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed on Thursday, February 26, 2026, that Iran has no intention of developing nuclear weapons. He stated that this stance is rooted in a "theological and jurisprudential foundation," specifically citing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s fatwa against weapons of mass destruction. Pezeshkian emphasized that while politicians might shift positions, a religious decree remains a "fixed r

Mohamed Mohamed Kheir, advisor to former PM Kamil Idriss, has sparked a firestorm of controversy after claiming that Sudan’s current war is a "British invasion" in disguise. Speaking on the "Return Podcast" this Thursday, February 26, 2026, Kheir argued that the tribal leaders currently aligning with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are descendants of those who collaborated with British colonial authorities to undermine national movements in the 1950s, specifically referencing

The third round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States kicked off in Geneva this Thursday, February 26, 2026. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with his Omani counterpart, Badr Albusaidi, to finalize a new proposal. Meanwhile, U.S. Envoy Steve Witkoff clarified Washington's stance, demanding a permanent agreement that remains in effect indefinitely, focusing on dismantling Iran's enrichment capabilities and current uranium stockpiles. Th

According to a report by Politico on Thursday, February 26, 2026, senior Pentagon officials and lawmakers are sounding the alarm over the rapid depletion of advanced interceptors like the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) and Patriot systems. The warnings suggest that a sustained military campaign against Iran could leave U.S. personnel in the region vulnerable, as stockpiles have already been strained by recent high-intensity operations and defense commitments. While the Defense Dep

As the third round of indirect nuclear talks begins in Geneva this Thursday, February 26, 2026, senior U.S. officials have ramped up their rhetoric against Tehran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Iran’s refusal to discuss its ballistic missile program is a "major problem," noting that Tehran is actively developing intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) designed to reach the American mainland. Intelligence reports estimate Iran's current arsenal at approximatel

President Volodymyr Zelensky held a high-stakes phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday to coordinate the next steps in ending the conflict as it enters its fifth year. The call included key Trump advisors Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, who are leading the diplomatic push in Geneva. Zelensky thanked Washington for its mediation, confirming a bilateral meeting in Geneva this Thursday (Feb 26) between his defense chief, Rustem Umerov, and the U.S. team. The d

Marking the fourth anniversary of the conflict on Tuesday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia’s military objectives in Ukraine remain unfulfilled, vowing that the army will continue fighting until they are met. Peskov described the conflict as having evolved into a "much broader confrontation" with Western nations that he claims are intent on "crushing Russia." While maintaining a hardline military stance, Peskov noted that Moscow remains open to achieving

Top Lebanese officials revealed on Tuesday that Israel has sent an indirect warning to Beirut, threatening to crush the country's civilian infrastructure—including Beirut International Airport—if Hezbollah intervenes in any potential war between the United States and Iran. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji confirmed fears of devastating strikes, as the U.S. State Department began evacuating non-essential staff from its embassy in Beirut. The threats come as regional tens

Iran is close to finalizing a major arms deal with China to acquire CM-302 supersonic anti-ship cruise missiles, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. These missiles, boasting a range of 290 kilometers, are specifically engineered to evade maritime defense systems by flying at extremely low altitudes and supersonic speeds. Military analysts warn that the deployment of the CM-302 would significantly bolster Iran's offensive capabilities in the Persian Gulf, posi

Iraq’s National Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) confirmed on Tuesday that Baghdad's Tobchi Bridge is safe and poses no radioactive threat to the public. In an official statement, the NNRA dismissed social media reports as "exaggerations," clarifying that the situation is a "limited and fixed localized contamination" that cannot spread to the surrounding environment or residents. The authority emphasized that specialized teams from the Iraqi Atomic Energy Commission have b

On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the nation on Tuesday, asserting that Vladimir Putin has failed to break the Ukrainian spirit or destroy the state. "We defended our independence and did not lose our country," Zelensky said, emphasizing the pursuit of a "strong, dignified, and lasting peace." The anniversary was marked by a high-profile visit from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, her 10th trip

High-ranking U.S. officials, including Deputy Secretary of State Chris Landau, have launched a diplomatic offensive to soothe Arab nations’ fears following Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s controversial remarks. The administration is distancing itself from Huckabee’s suggestion that Israel has a biblical right to territories from the "Nile to the Euphrates," insisting these comments reflect his "personal views" and not official policy. Sources indicate that the Trump administration

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has officially suspended emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine, effective immediately. Fico stated that the move is a direct retaliation for the disruption of Russian oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline on Ukrainian soil. Declaring an "oil emergency" in Slovakia, Fico warned that the suspension would only be lifted once oil flow resumes, threatening to reconsider Slovakia's "constructive stance" on Ukraine’s EU membership. The move m