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Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered to run in the June 28 presidential election following the death of Ebrahim Raisi. However, his candidacy must be approved by the Guardian Council, which previously barred him from running in 2017. Ahmadinejad's relationship with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been strained due to his calls for checks on Khamenei's authority and demands for free elections.
Ten days after a helicopter crash in Iran killed President Ebrahim Raisi and other officials, questions remain about why only his helicopter crashed and how a passenger survived for hours before dying. The investigation is ongoing, with no clear answers yet on the cause of the crash or the unusual survival of cleric Mohammad Ali Ale-Hashem.
The United States will boycott a United Nations tribute to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash, citing his involvement in severe human rights abuses. The U.N. General Assembly traditionally honors deceased sitting heads of state, but the U.S. official stated that Raisi's legacy of oppression and extrajudicial killings makes him unworthy of such a tribute.
Iran's acting President Mohammad Mokhber addressed the new parliament following a helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi and others. Mokhber praised Raisi's tenure, highlighting economic stability and increased oil production despite sanctions. Iran is set to hold presidential elections on June 28, with Mokhber potentially running. The new hard-line parliament, which began its session with low voter turnout, will select its speaker soon. Iran's foreign ministry reaffirmed its support for Palestine and ongoing efforts to lift sanctions.
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi died in a helicopter crash on Sunday, prompting a frantic 17-hour search for the wreckage. The incident led to heightened security measures to prevent potential threats and domestic unrest.
Iran mourns President Ebrahim Raisi after his death in a helicopter crash, though many citizens express mixed feelings about his legacy. Meanwhile, a North Korean propaganda video goes viral on TikTok, leading to its ban in South Korea.
A preliminary report on the helicopter crash that killed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi found no evidence of foul play, stating the aircraft caught fire after hitting an elevated area. The decades-old Bell 212 helicopter crashed in heavy rain while returning from a dam inauguration. All on board, including Raisi, perished. Iran has declared five days of mourning, and Acting President Mohammad Mokhber will serve until an election on June 28.
Iran's military reports that the helicopter carrying late President Ebrahim Raisi caught fire after crashing into a mountain, with no signs of an attack. The crash, which occurred in a foggy, remote area, killed Raisi and seven others. Initial investigations found no suspicious communications or changes in the flight path. Raisi was buried in Mashhad on Thursday.
Iran's military reports that the helicopter carrying late President Ebrahim Raisi caught fire after crashing into a mountain, with no signs of an attack. The crash, which occurred in a foggy, remote area, killed Raisi, the foreign minister, and six others. Initial investigations found nothing suspicious in communications before the crash.
Massive crowds in Iran chanted "death to America" as the days-long funeral for the late President Ebrahim Raisi concluded, with CNN's Fred Pleitgen reporting from the scene.
Iran's late President Ebrahim Raisi was buried at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad after dying in a helicopter crash that also killed seven others, including his foreign minister. The burial drew large crowds and was marked by significant ceremonies, though many Iranians celebrated his death due to his controversial legacy, including a harsh crackdown on protests and alleged involvement in mass executions. The crash is under investigation.
Iran interred President Ebrahim Raisi at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad after he died in a helicopter crash, alongside the country's foreign minister and six others. The mass mourning processions, though significant, did not match the turnout for the 2020 funeral of Gen. Qassem Soleimani. Raisi's presidency was marked by a harsh crackdown on dissent and economic struggles, which were not mentioned in state media coverage. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and heavy security has been deployed in Tehran. Raisi was considered a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The recent helicopter crash involving Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi highlighted a significant disparity between Iranian and Turkish UAV capabilities. Turkey's advanced AKINCI drone was reportedly used to locate the crash site, showcasing its superior thermal and night-vision technology. In contrast, Iran's reliance on Turkish assistance suggests potential shortcomings in its own drone technology, particularly in night vision and thermal imaging. This incident underscores the broader technological gap between the two nations' UAV capabilities, with Turkey emerging as a leader in drone technology while Iran's drones remain less sophisticated but cost-effective.
Following the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, questions arise about the future direction of Iran's political landscape and leadership.
Thousands mourned the sudden death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran, while some Iranians quietly celebrated his demise, viewing him as a symbol of the harsh and repressive elements of the country's Islamic leadership. Raisi's career was marked by instability and brutal crackdowns on dissent.