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Iran’s president killed: What happens next?
On Sunday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash in a remote area near the border of Azerbaijan. As the Iranian people mourn his death, the long-term future leadership of Iran is uncertain. Yahoo News explains what happens next.
Iranian president, 7 others, have died in a helicopter crash: Here's what we know — and what we don't
Iran's president has died in a helicopter crash. Here's what we know so far — and what we don't.
FTSE 100: European stocks rise and US mixed as traders look to UK inflation print
The UK's CPI data this week could pave the way for a summer rate cut, as it is expected to show a decline to 2.1% from 3.2% in March.
What we know about Sangita Myska's absence from LBC Radio
The journalist has been absent from her show on the station since a heated interview with an Israeli government spokesman.
Is the Israel-Iran conflict over?
From the moment news broke that Iran had launched an unprecedented attack on Israel last weekend, fears spread that the strike could pull the global community into a widespread regional conflict. However, that didn't happen. Yahoo News explains how the U.S. and Israeli reaction to the Iranian attack unfolded and avoided the worst-case scenario — at least for now.
Which countries have nuclear weapons?
Nine countries currently have nuclear weapons – some legally and some illegally – with an estimated 12,100 warheads between them as of early-2024.
Israel launches attack on Iran, US officials say
Iran has denied US reports of a missile strike, saying it shot down three drones
What we know as EasyJet cancels all flights to Israel for six months
Many airlines suspended flights to Israel over the weekend after Iran's missile and drone attack, but EasyJet has now halted flights for a much longer period.
Iran shuts down nuclear facilities over fears of Israel attack
Israel said it would respond to the Iranian attack over the weekend.
Latest travel advice for Israel, Iran and other Middle East countries
With recent attacks between Iran and Israel threatening to escalate tensions, here is the latest Foreign Office travel advice for countries in the region.
Why has Iran attacked Israel?
Iran's assault was the first direct military attack launched by Tehran on Israel, despite long-standing enmity between the two nations.
Trending tickers: Oil, Goldman Sachs, Bitcoin and Ethereum
The latest investor updates on stocks that are trending on Monday.
Iran's nuclear capability 'more advanced than ever', warns Sunak
The UN has warned Iran's drone attack has left the Middle East on the brink of a 'devastating full-scale conflict'
Israeli ambassador confronts Iran at U.N. meeting
Speaking at an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan confronted his Iranian counterpart with footage of Iranian missiles being intercepted over the Al-Aqsa Mosque, a Muslim holy site located in Bethlehem. "Here, you can look at it," said Erdan, holding an iPad displaying the footage.
U.S. says 'our actions have been purely defensive,' pushes for ceasefire in Gaza
In the U.N. Security Council emergency meeting on Sunday, the United States said its actions to aid Israel against Iranian attacks were “purely defensive.” “The United States will explore additional measures to hold Iran accountable here at the United Nations,” said Robert Wood, U.S. deputy ambassador to the U.N. “More immediately, the Security Council must unequivocally condemn Iran’s aggressive actions and call for Iran and its partners and proxies to cease their attacks.”
Middle East, world cannot 'afford more war,' U.N. secretary-general says
During opening remarks at an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council on Sunday, Secretary-General António Guterres said that "it's time to step back from the brink."
Iran’s attack on Israel explained
Early Sunday morning, Iran launched over 300 drones and missiles at Israel, in retaliation to an April 1 airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. The vast majority of projectiles were intercepted either en route to Israel or above the skies of their intended targets, and, so far, no casualties have been reported. President Biden has called for an emergency meeting of the G7 nations to coordinate diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation. As this story develops, Yahoo News will have the latest.
As Israel threatens retaliation, who are Iran's main allies?
The Axis of Resistance has long opposed Israel amid growing tensions over the Gaza war.
What we know about the drone attack on US troops in Jordan
US president Joe Biden has vowed to ‘respond’ to the fatal attack on Tower 22 and has blamed Iran.
Is the U.S. at war with the Houthis in Yemen? Here's what to know about the rift in the Red Sea.
It has been over two weeks since the U.S. and its allies began launching retaliatory strikes against Houthi bases in Yemen following their attacks on ships in the Red Sea, which has caused major disruptions to maritime trade. Are we at war with the Houthis? Here's what we know.
Peace expert says U.S. strikes on Houthis in Yemen mark 'very dangerous moment in the Middle East'
Mona Yacoubian, vice president of the Middle East and North Africa Center at the U.S. Institute of Peace, speaks with Yahoo News about what the U.S. and U.K. retaliatory strikes against Houthi militants in Yemen mean for escalating tensions in the Middle East amid the Israel-Hamas war.
U.S. and U.K. launch airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen
In response to attacks on naval warships stationed to guard shipping routes in the Red Sea, the U.S. and U.K. launched airstrikes on more than a dozen targets within Yemen believed to be held by Houthi forces. U.K. Minister of Defense James Heappey confirmed the joint mission on Friday morning, saying, “Out of self-defense, we needed to degrade and destroy the Houthi capability, which is exactly what we sought to do last night.”
The USS Gerald R. Ford has arrived in the Mediterranean to support Israel. Here's what it can do.
The United States this week dispatched a group of warships, including the USS Gerald R. Ford, to support Israel following the brutal attacks by Hamas militants.
Iran prisoner exchange: How much is an American's freedom worth?
The Biden administration agreed to unfreeze $6 billion in funds to secure the release of five Americans held captive in Iran. Was it worth the hefty price tag?
Don't travel to these countries if you're American, U.S. government warns
President Biden reiterated travel warnings to U.S. citizens on Monday after the release of five American prisoners from Iran.
Iran releases Americans in prisoner swap deal: What we know about the exchange
Siamak Namazi, Morad Tahbaz and Emad Shargi, as well as two others, had been detained in Iran for nearly a decade over a series of varied allegations including espionage. Two other Americans, who had not been jailed but had been barred from leaving Iran, were also released as part of the agreement.