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Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vows revenge following Shi’ite shrine attack

Iran’s supreme Leader vowed on Thursday to retaliate against those threatening the country’s security after the massacre of Shi’ite pilgrims, an assault claimed by Islamic State which threatens to inflame tensions amid widespread anti-government protests. In a statement read on state TV, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said the assailants “will surely be punished” and called on… Read More Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vows revenge following Shi’ite shrine attack

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Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on Iran Shi’ite shrine

The militant group Islamic State said it carried out an attack on a Shi’ite Muslim shrine in Iran on Wednesday which killed 15 people, escalating tensions in a country reeling from a wave of protests and prompting warnings of a response from Tehran. Iranian officials said they had arrested a gunman who carried out the… Read More Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on Iran Shi’ite shrine

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At least fifteen dead as gunmen attack Shi’ite shrine in Iran

Armed men attacked a Shi’ite Muslim shrine in the Iranian city of Shiraz on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people, state news agency IRNA said, as security forces clashed with protesters marking 40 days since the death of Mahsa Amini in custody. IRNA described the attackers as “takfiri terrorists”, a label used by officials in… Read More At least fifteen dead as gunmen attack Shi’ite shrine in Iran

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