Middle East
Ayatollah Khamenei's carefully crafted and choreographed funeral
Millions are expected to attend the ceremonies in Iran, but much of it is a key message for US-Israel consumption: Your regime change failed.
July 07, 2026
Millions are expected to attend the ceremonies in Iran, but much of it is a key message for US-Israel consumption: Your regime change failed.
Attacks from Tehran and the possibility of closer ties with Tel Aviv have left Abu Dhabi facing a difficult balancing act in a changing Gulf order.
The dual role underscores growing influence as both a practical trade hub and a balancing force in an increasingly volatile region.
Threats from Tehran and regional uncertainty are reshaping regional security, but not all Gulf states are moving in the same direction
Tehran has hit US military installations and a range of civilian sites, including the country's main airport, energy facilities, and a crucial desalination plant
