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Iran Threatens Retaliation After U.S.-Israel Airstrike

3/2/2026

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Iran's Retaliatory Threats

Iran vowed massive retaliation after the United States–Israel airstrike that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior military leaders, raising concerns about regional stability and the Strait of Hormuz.
Missile strikes followed against Israel and Gulf states.
Casualties occurred on both sides.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran against further escalation.
Iran's Parliament Speaker threatened severe consequences for the United States and Israel, saying they would face devastating blows.

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Rita Panahi Celebrates Khamenei's Death

Rita Panahi, a Sky News Australia anchor, expressed strong emotion after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death in a U.S.-Israeli military strike.
She condemned Khamenei in Persian, saying, "After 47 years of Islamist tyranny, the dictator is dead."
She praised U.S. President Donald Trump for ordering the military action, calling it courageous.
Panahi emigrated from Iran to Australia and has a large social media following, known for conservative views.

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Iran's Retaliatory Threats

Iran vowed massive retaliation after the United States–Israel airstrike that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior military leaders, raising concerns about regional stability and the Strait of Hormuz.
Missile strikes followed against Israel and Gulf states.
Casualties occurred on both sides.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran against further escalation.
Iran's Parliament Speaker threatened severe consequences for the United States and Israel, saying they would face devastating blows.

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