Middle East

Iran Plays Cat and Mouse with US as Tensions Escalate

The crisis in the Middle East has significant implications for the US and UK, both of whom have a deep stake in the region's stability. The US has long been a major player in the Middle East, with a significant military presence and a network of alliances with key countries such as Saudi Arabia and Israel.

Middle East

Iran’s Colossal Display of Vengeance

Iran's massive public outpouring is a form of political capital, signaling to domestic dissidents and regional adversaries that the state's power base remains formidable.

Middle East

Khamenei’s Enduring Legacy

As Iran mourns the loss of its former leader, the country's capital Tehran hosts a massive funeral procession, with crowds waving red banners and demanding vengeance.

Europe

Iran Teeters at a Geopolitical Tipping Point

The world is about to witness a spectacle that is as much about politics as it is about mourning, as Iran gathers to pay its respects to its slain leader. But what comes next is far more uncertain, with the potential for a more radical and aggressive Iran.