In a departure from Iran’s usual tactics of hiding behind proxies, the country’s supreme leader wants any retaliation for the killing of a top military commander to be carried out openly by Iranian forces.
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A Sea of Mourners in Iran, and New Threats From Both Sides: Live Updates
Vast crowds thronged the streets of Tehran as a funeral was held for Maj. Gen. Qassim Suleimani, who was killed in an American drone strike on Friday.
Successor to Slain Iranian General Vows Revenge: Live Updates
“God the almighty has promised to get his revenge,” said the man who will take over for Maj. Gen. Qassim Suleimani, increasing fears of an escalating cycle of retaliation.
Iranians Close Ranks Behind Leaders After U.S. Kills Popular General
The death of Qassim Suleimani strengthened the hand of hard-liners, experts say, and undermined those who have tried to normalize relations with the West.
The Killing of Gen. Qassim Suleimani: What We Know Since the U.S. Airstrike
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, promised retaliation. The U.S. moved to send more troops to the Middle East. And a deluge of threats on social media.
Iranians Honor Dead Protesters, Amid Vows to Fight On
Defying a heavy government show of force, Iranians mourned fellow citizens killed during the unrest.
Iran’s Leaders Soften Stance on Protesters
In an apparent attempt to ease anger over the killing and arrest of protesters, senior leaders urged leniency and promised compensation for peaceful demonstrators who died.
With Brutal Crackdown, Iran Is Convulsed by Worst Unrest in 40 Years
What started as a protest over a surprise increase in gasoline prices turned into widespread demonstrations met with a systematic repression that left at least 180 people dead.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Condemns Protesters as ‘Thugs’
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s support of a gas price increase signals a potential crackdown on demonstrations.
Iran’s Leaders See Threats in Iraq and Lebanon Protests
Enormous antigovernment demonstrations in Iraq and Lebanon, some tinged with hostility toward Iran, have suddenly put Iran’s interests at risk.