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March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Mojtaba Khamenei: Iran's Future Leader After Ayatollah's Death?

Mojtaba Khamenei could ascend as Iran's next Supreme Leader following Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death, marking a pivotal shift in Iran's political landscape.

#Mojtaba Khamenei #Iran #Ayatollah

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Sierra Leone Maternal Hospital: Transforming Healthcare Norms

The New York Times

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Sierra Leone Maternal Hospital: Transforming Healthcare Norms

A new hospital in Sierra Leone aims to reduce one of the world's highest maternal mortality rates through leadership of midwife Isata Dumbuya.

#Sierra Leone #maternal health #healthcare

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Escalation in Lebanon: Israel Issues Evacuation for Dahiyeh

Al Jazeera

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Escalation in Lebanon: Israel Issues Evacuation for Dahiyeh

Israel orders evacuation of Beirut's Dahiyeh area, prompting fears of escalating tensions and conflict in the region.

#Israel #Lebanon #Hezbollah

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Russia Grapples with Economic Fallout from Ukraine Conflict

BBC

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Russia Grapples with Economic Fallout from Ukraine Conflict

Russia's economy struggles four years into the Ukraine war, affecting daily life and regional stability.

#Russia #Ukraine #economic sanctions

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Potential Iran War Threatens to Push Oil Over $100 a Barrel

Deutsche Welle

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Potential Iran War Threatens to Push Oil Over $100 a Barrel

Oil prices may surge as US-Israel tensions with Iran escalate, affecting global markets and highlighting Iran's key geopolitical role.

#Iran #oil prices #Middle East conflict

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South Africans Lured into Russia's War: A Battle on Foreign Soil

Al Jazeera

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

South Africans Lured into Russia's War: A Battle on Foreign Soil

South Africans allege coercion into Ukraine's conflict, facing harsher front-line conditions. Explore the geopolitical impact of Africa's involvement.

#Ukraine war #South African fighters #Russia

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US Supports Pakistan's Defense Amid Rising Tensions with Afghanistan

The Guardian

March 05, 2026 • 2 min read • James Chen

US Supports Pakistan's Defense Amid Rising Tensions with Afghanistan

Amid escalating tensions, Washington endorses Pakistan's defense strategies against the Taliban following recent airstrikes in Afghanistan.

#Pakistan #Afghanistan #Taliban

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Israel's Airstrikes on Beirut Escalate Regional Tensions

BBC

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Israel's Airstrikes on Beirut Escalate Regional Tensions

Israel bombs Beirut targeting Hezbollah, causing large-scale panic and displacement among residents.

#Israel #Lebanon #Beirut

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Tensions Escalate as Israeli Strikes Hit Hezbollah in Beirut

France 24

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Tensions Escalate as Israeli Strikes Hit Hezbollah in Beirut

Conflict intensifies as Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah in Beirut after attacks following Khamenei's death.

#Israel #Lebanon #Hezbollah

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Escalating Conflict: Iran Strikes Israel as U.S. Bases Targeted

France 24

March 05, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Escalating Conflict: Iran Strikes Israel as U.S. Bases Targeted

Iran's missile attacks on Israel and U.S. bases signal escalating tensions as the Middle Eastern conflict reaches its sixth day with potential global repercussions.