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Saudi Arabia Appoints First Ambassador To Syria In 12 Years

Recent diplomatic developments in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia appointing an ambassador to Syria and improving relations with Iran.

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Iran presidential election: up to 20 possible contenders gear up for battle

As official mourning for Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi ends, here are some of the names of his potential successors

The Guardian - UK

Iran's Fearless Filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof: From Prison To Cannes

He perfected his trade in Iran's prisons, and now Mohammad Rasoulof has received a special jury prize at Cannes, confirming him as one of the world's most powerful and fearless filmmakers.

International Business Times

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‘Don’t be afraid’: exiled director Mohammad Rasoulof sends a message to Iranian cinema from Cannes

The Seed of the Sacred Fig, the film for which Rasoulof was given an eight-year prison sentence for criticising the Iranian regime, receives standing ovation on the Côte d’Azur

The Guardian - UK

‘I always aim to show the beauty, power and free will of Iranian women’: Forough Alaei’s best phone picture

The photographer had to gain the trust of women in south Iran to capture this image

The Guardian - UK

Four injured and one arrest after clash between Iran protesters in London

Met Police called to reports of disorder in Wembley area on Friday

The Independent UK

President Raisi's death casts shadow over diplomatic tensions with Turkey

Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi was laid to rest on Thursday, concluding days of funeral rites attended by thousands of mourners after his death in a helicopter crash last week. Experts say the tragedy may well increase tensions between Iran and Turkey, both vying for influence in the Middle East.

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Glenn Greenwald and Alan Dershowitz Debate Bombing Iran

The Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Glenn Greenwald takes on famed lawyer and author Alan Dershowitz.

Reason

The Seed of the Sacred Fig review – Mohammad Rasoulof’s arresting tale of violence and paranoia in Iran

The exiled director’s story of officialdom’s misogyny and theocracy in his home country may be flawed, but its importance is beyond doubt

The Guardian - UK

Escaped Iranian Director Receives Ovation At Cannes

It is one of the most dramatic storylines ever delivered at Cannes: Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof walked the red carpet Friday after fleeing a prison sentence in his home country just days before the film festival.

International Business Times

Escaped Iranian director wraps up wide-open race for Cannes Palme d’Or

The race for the Palme d’Or wound up with a bang on Friday with the screening of escaped Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof’s “The Seed of the Sacred Fig”, adding a geopolitically charged red-carpet appearance to a 77th Cannes Film Festival that has delivered several strong contenders for the top prize…

France 24

Iran army finds no sign of foul play so far in Raisi helicopter crash

Preliminary report says no evidence of criminal activity but investigators signal the probe is not yet over.

Al Jazeera

US And European Powers Split On Iran Confrontation At IAEA

IAEA discussions show US-Europe divide on Iran's nuclear program, highlighting diplomatic complexities.

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Iran's military says Raisi's helicopter caught fire soon after crash and there was no sign of attack

Iran's military says the helicopter carrying late President Ebrahim Raisi caught fire soon after it crashed into a mountain and there was no sign it was attacked

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Iran Mourns President Raisi, Prepares For Political Transition

Iran at a pivotal moment post-Raisi's funeral, facing uncertainties in elections, nuclear capabilities, and regional impact.

The Independent UK

Mohammad Rasoulof fled Iran to debut his film in Cannes. 'I have many more stories to tell,' he says

Mohammad Rasoulof was facing eight years in prison and likely more considering the uncompromising nature of his latest film, “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” when he decided to flee Iran

The Conversation

How Iran selects its supreme leader − a political scientist and Iran expert explains

The sudden death of President Ebrahim Raisi is unlikely to drastically alter Iran’s foreign and domestic policies, but it has left a power vacuum.

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Obama Administration Accused Of Shielding Known Terrorists

Accusations of Obama admin shielding terrorists linked to Iran's nuclear program surface, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.

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Al Jazeera

Thousands march in Iran to mourn Raisi on final day of funeral rites

President Ebrahim Raisi died on Sunday in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border.

The Independent UK

Iran prepares to bury late president, foreign minister and others killed in helicopter crash

Iran is preparing to inter its late president at the holiest site for Shiite Muslims in the Islamic Republic, a final sign of respect for a protege of Iran’s supreme leader killed in a helicopter crash earlier this week

International Business Times

Thousands Bid Farewell To Iran's Raisi Ahead Of Burial

Iran's president Ebrahim Raisi, who was killed in a helicopter crash, will be buried Thursday in his hometown after two days of funeral processions attended by thousands of mourners.

France 24

Tens of thousands in Iran march to mourn Raisi as late president laid to rest in home town

Tens of thousands of Iranians took to the streets Thursday to bid farewell to president Ebrahim Raisi ahead of his burial in his home town after he was killed in a helicopter crash.

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Iran Mourns President And Foreign Minister Killed In Helicopter Crash

Details emerge on the tragic helicopter crash in Iran involving the president and foreign minister. Investigation ongoing amidst public mourning and specul...

The Conversation

Norway, Ireland, Spain recognise Palestinian statehood: what this means for Middle East peace – expert Q&A

Norway, Ireland and Spain have all announced plans to recognise the state of Palestine on May 28. The move has drawn harsh criticism from Israel, which has withdrawn its ambassadors from the three countries.

The Guardian - UK

Tens of thousands fill streets of Tehran for Iranian president’s funeral

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei leads prayers in capital city days after death of Ebrahim Raisi and seven others in helicopter crash

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