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Power Transition: Iran Forms Leadership Council

Asian TribuneMarch 2, 2026

Following Khamenei’s death, Iran initiated a transition process to maintain political stability. According to the constitution, a leadership council consisting of the president, judiciary chief, and a Guardian Council member assumed temporary control. The Assembly of Experts is expected to select a new Supreme Leader, though the timeline remains uncertain. Experts suggest that Iran’s system...

Confirmation: Iran Declares Death of Supreme Leader

Asian TribuneMarch 2, 2026

In a dramatic development, Iranian state media confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following the US-Israeli strikes. The announcement marked a historic turning point in Iran’s political landscape. The government declared seven days of national holiday and 40 days of mourning. The death of Khamenei, who led Iran for decades, raised questions...

Conflicting Reports: Khamenei’s Fate Unclear

Asian TribuneMarch 2, 2026

As the conflict intensified, conflicting reports about the fate of Iran’s Supreme Leader created confusion worldwide. Israeli media outlets claimed that Khamenei had been killed in the strikes, while Iranian officials insisted he was alive. Iran’s Foreign Minister stated, “As far as I know, he is still alive,” adding to the uncertainty. Meanwhile, US President...

Leadership Strike: Iran’s Supreme Leader Targeted

Asian TribuneMarch 2, 2026

One of the most dramatic developments came as reports emerged that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had been targeted during the initial wave of strikes. Israeli sources indicated that a high-level meeting in Tehran was struck with precision-guided munitions. Satellite images reportedly showed heavy damage to the compound believed to house senior leadership. Initial...

Iran Retaliates: Missiles and Drones Hit Regional Targets

Asian TribuneMarch 2, 2026

Iran responded swiftly to the US-Israeli strikes by launching a wave of missile and drone attacks across the Middle East, targeting US military bases and allied nations. The retaliation marked a significant escalation, expanding the conflict beyond Iran’s borders. Missiles were reported heading toward bases in Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. Several...

Opening Strike: US–Israel Launch Joint Offensive on Iran

Asian TribuneMarch 2, 2026

The Middle East entered a dangerous new phase of conflict after the United States and Israel launched coordinated airstrikes targeting key military and strategic sites inside Iran. The operation, described by Washington as a “preemptive measure,” aimed to dismantle Iran’s missile capabilities and disrupt its alleged nuclear program. Explosions were reported across multiple cities, including...

WhatsApp Web Login Glitch Hits iPhone Users; Android Service Remains Stable

Asian TribuneFebruary 28, 2026

Many users reported difficulties accessing WhatsApp Web on Friday morning, with complaints mainly focused on login failures and chat synchronization problems. Data from outage-tracking platform Downdetector indicated 25 reports related to the disruption, suggesting the issue appears to be localized rather than a widespread global outage. Among the reported cases, 56% involved problems with the...

World Economic Forum Boss Quits After Epstein Links

Asian TribuneFebruary 28, 2026

Geneva — The World Economic Forum president and chief executive Børge Brende has resigned following scrutiny over his connections with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende, a former Norwegian foreign minister who had led the WEF since 2017, stepped down on Thursday after an independent review was launched into his past interactions with...

Pakistan Launches Airstrikes in Afghanistan as Tensions Escalate Into ‘Open War’

Asian TribuneFebruary 28, 2026

Islamabad/Kabul – Pakistan and Afghanistan have entered their most intense military confrontation in years, with cross-border clashes escalating into what Pakistani officials described as “open war” against the Taliban-led government in Kabul. According to Pakistan’s military spokesperson, Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Islamabad launched airstrikes on more than 20 locations across Afghanistan. The strikes targeted...

Trump ‘Not Thrilled’ With Iran After Latest Nuclear Talks

Asian TribuneFebruary 28, 2026

Washington/Geneva – US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction following the latest round of negotiations with Iran over its nuclear programme, stating he is “not happy” with Tehran’s position but has not yet decided on potential military action. Speaking shortly after talks in Geneva concluded without a breakthrough, Trump said Iran was “not willing to...