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Iran in Turmoil: Protests and Retaliation Follow Khamenei's Death

3/2/2026

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Iran has entered a period of turmoil after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in a US-Israeli attack.
Protests erupted in Iraq and Iran as demonstrators called for vengeance and targeted U.S. interests.
Iran's military retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in Iraq and the Gulf.
An Interim Leadership Council has been formed in Iran to ensure governance continuity.
Airports across the Middle East are closed, stranding thousands of travelers.

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Story summary

Iran has entered a period of turmoil after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in a US-Israeli attack.
Protests erupted in Iraq and Iran as demonstrators called for vengeance and targeted U.S. interests.
Iran's military retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in Iraq and the Gulf.
An Interim Leadership Council has been formed in Iran to ensure governance continuity.
Airports across the Middle East are closed, stranding thousands of travelers.