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At least five ships made sharp U-turns at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, while three foreign tankers were reportedly turned back by the Iranian military for attempting passage without Tehran's permission. Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority has warned about safe passage on unauthorized routes.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Israel 'must not be allowed to spread the smell of gunpowder and blood in our region again' during a meeting with Pakistan's PM. He also announced a cooperation plan with Pakistan. Separately, reports indicate Turkey is developing a space and ballistic missile launch site in Somalia, which could pose a threat to Israel.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on Washington to stand by Lebanon following a US-brokered framework agreement with Israel. The deal, which aims to end hostilities, includes Hezbollah's disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, but Hezbollah has rejected it. Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of displaced people have begun returning to southern Lebanon.
Iran has begun a six-day funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in a US-Israeli strike on February 28, with millions expected to attend. The ceremonies span Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad, amid reports of internal power struggles and the hidden status of his successor, Mojtaba Khamenei.
Iran has begun a multi-day funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with millions of mourners gathering in Tehran. Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli airstrike in February. The ceremonies are taking place under a fragile ceasefire, with authorities expecting up to 20 million attendees across Iran and Iraq.
Iran is preparing a grand funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in US-Israeli airstrikes. Mourners chanting 'revenge' gathered in Tehran as authorities expect up to 20 million attendees. The funeral procession and burial are set for July 9 in Mashhad.
Iran has begun a six-day funeral for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israeli strike in February. The ceremony, expected to draw millions, features public calls for retribution against Donald Trump and highlights regional tensions, including US sanctions and inflammatory rhetoric.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the farewell ceremony for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, conveying condolences from President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders also discussed economic and transport cooperation, including the International North-South Transport Corridor.
President Donald Trump used a Mount Rushmore speech on the eve of America's 250th birthday to warn of a 'communist menace' from progressive Democrats and immigrants. The milestone anniversary coincides with deep national division, a heatwave affecting 160 million Americans, and a planned campaign-style rally on the National Mall.
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei have begun in Tehran, with authorities expecting 15-20 million participants over three days. The events, marked by red flags and calls for revenge, unfold amid a fragile ceasefire and questions about the public appearance of his successor, Mojtaba Khamenei.
Iran has started six days of public funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint US-Israeli air strike on February 28, 2026. The ceremonies draw international dignitaries from around 30 countries, with the burial set for Thursday in Mashhad.
Thousands of Iranians are holding funeral processions in Tehran for the third day to honor the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who died in US-Israeli strikes. The body will lie in state until July 5, with processions and ceremonies scheduled across Iran and Iraq through July 9. A senior Iranian commander has warned of severe retaliation against any attack during the events.
Yemen's Houthi rebels said they fired air-defense missiles at a Saudi warplane that entered Yemeni airspace near Sanaa International Airport, forcing it to leave. The group also threatened to target Saudi airports and vital interests, while Saudi-led coalition officials dismissed the claims as an attempt to divert attention.
Two Romanian men were sentenced to eight and 12 years in prison for stabbing Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati in London in 2024. A judge ruled the attack was carried out on behalf of the Iranian state, prompting Britain to summon Iran's Chargé d'Affaires. Iran's embassy rejected the allegations.
Iran has commenced a week of funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israeli strike in late February. Foreign dignitaries and representatives of Tehran-backed groups have gathered in Tehran, with millions expected to attend public mourning events before burial on July 9.
Iran is set to hold a weeklong funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in a war with the US and Israel. The event is seen as a show of support for the Islamic Republic, though analysts question public enthusiasm. Key figures, including a top general, have appeared publicly for the first time since the conflict began.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev has arrived in Tehran to attend the farewell ceremony for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, as special envoy of President Vladimir Putin. The visit includes meetings with Iranian leaders and participation in mourning events scheduled through July 9.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to attend the funeral of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated in a US-Israeli strike. The visit underscores Pakistan's role in mediating the US-Iran ceasefire.
Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has urged Iranians worldwide to protest from July 4-9, coinciding with the regime's planned funeral for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei. The campaign marks six months since January protests that reportedly killed 40,000 people.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has left for Iran to attend the funeral of assassinated Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with a high-level Pakistani delegation. The funeral, scheduled to begin July 4 in Tehran and conclude in Mashhad on July 9, draws international representatives from China, Russia, and India, amid a fragile ceasefire.