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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 816

As the war enters its 816th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera · May 20, 2024

Morning Digest | Iran President’s helicopter crashes, search under way; Rae Bareli, Amethi among seats going to polls in Phase 5 today, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on May 20, 2024

The Hindu · May 20, 2024

Who was Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi?

Raisi – a hardline and religiously conservative politician – had deep connections in the judiciary and religious elite.

Al Jazeera · May 20, 2024

What do we know so far about the mysterious crash of the helicopter carrying Iran's president?

The apparent crash of a helicopter carrying Iran’s president and foreign minister has sent shock waves around the region

The Independent UK · May 19, 2024

Who was Ebrahim Raisi and what were his policies at home and abroad?

Iranian president killed in helicopter crash was a hardliner who led country’s return to sterner stance

The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2024

Russian attacks on Ukraine’s Kharkiv region kill at least 11 people

Dozens of people also wounded, Ukrainian officials say, as Moscow continues offensive in Ukraine’s northeast.

Al Jazeera · May 19, 2024

Ebrahim Raisi: Who was the Iranian president killed in fiery helicopter crash?

An event taking place to mark the death of Raisi in London ended in a clash between pro-Iran supporters and anti-Iranian government protesters

The Independent UK · May 19, 2024

Iran’s President Raisi killed in a helicopter crash: What we know so far

A helicopter carrying Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and FM crashed while travelling back from East Azerbaijan province.

Al Jazeera · May 19, 2024

Helicopter carrying Iranian president crashes in mountains, says official

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has suffered a “hard landing”, Iranian state media reported.

The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2024

Who is Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi?

Raisi has long been seen as a potential future leader of Iran

Evening Standard · May 19, 2024