Iran hardliners jostling for post-Khamenei supremacy
The death of Iran’s president, Ebrahim Raisi, in a helicopter crash in May plunged Iran into political uncertainty. Raisi’s death has set off an intense power struggle within the Islamic Republic.
Ebrahim Raisi in asian news
Who will be Iran’s next supreme leader?
The recent death of Iran’s president, Ebrahim Raisi, in a helicopter crash will not only trigger new presidential elections. Many commentators believe that Raisi was slated to become the next supreme leader of Iran.
Middle East misery could cost Biden reelection
Recent developments in the Middle East are jeopardizing Joe Biden’s reelection campaign as he risks losing the Jewish American, Arab American as well as the youth vote. It’s a political reality that should have him looking for a discernible course correction before November’s election.
No sign of foul play in Iran president's deadly helicopter crash, early report says
DUBAI — A preliminary report by Iran's military said no evidence of foul play or attack had been found so far during investigations into the helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi, state media reported on Friday (May 24).
Russia, China and Iran move closer after President Raisi's death
TEHRAN -- Russia and China are moving to bolster ties with Iran following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi, with his eventual successor expected to maintain a hard line against the U.S. and Europe.
Will Raisi’s death spark instability in Iran?
The death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash this week occurred during one of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s most challenging periods.
North Korea's Kim sends condolence message to Iran, KCNA says
SEOUL — North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has sent a condolence message to Iran over the death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, state media KCNA said on Tuesday (May 21).