Iran has appointed Ahmad Vahidi as the new commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The appointment follows confirmation by Iran’s state news agency IRNA that the previous commander-in-chief, Mohammad Pakpour, was killed in an attack attributed to the United States and Israel.

The IRGC functions as Iran’s main military, political, and economic force, operating separately from the country’s regular army. Established about 45 years ago to safeguard the Islamic Revolution, the corps has grown into one of the most powerful paramilitary organizations in the Middle East. It maintains its own ground, air, and naval units and oversees Iran’s strategic weapons.

The leadership change comes amid heightened regional tensions, as reports also mention the deaths of 30 senior Iranian officials in the same attack claimed by Israel.

Iran’s senior security official Ali Larijani has issued a strong warning to the United States and Israel, declaring that both nations will face a level of force they have never experienced before. In a message posted on social media platform X, Larijani claimed that Iran had already launched missiles toward the US and Israel, which successfully hit their targets. He added that Iran would deliver an even stronger blow soon.

The warning came shortly after a statement from US President Donald Trump, who cautioned Iran against launching further attacks. Trump wrote that if Iran carried out its threat, the United States would respond with unprecedented force. The exchange of threats between Tehran and Washington has heightened concerns across the Middle East.

Analysts cited in the report said the escalating rhetoric between the two countries has intensified regional tensions, with global attention now focused on how the situation might evolve in the coming days.

An Iranian ballistic missile struck a residential area in central Tel Aviv on Saturday, killing one woman, according to BBC reports. The incident marks the first reported Israeli death in the ongoing conflict following joint Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iran. Bulldozers were deployed to clear debris from the destroyed apartment building, while witnesses described seeing explosions overhead as Israeli interceptors attempted to counter incoming missiles.

BBC correspondents reported that Israel’s air defense system intercepted most of the Iranian missiles, but several managed to penetrate the defenses, particularly during heavy barrages. The attack damaged at least 40 buildings in Tel Aviv, and around 300 residents were relocated to three hotels, Israeli media said.

The missile strike came amid continued Iranian retaliation for earlier Israeli and U.S. operations, signaling an escalation in hostilities between the two nations.

Former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Michael Mulroy has said that Iran will not submit to Washington even after the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a joint US-Israeli attack. Speaking to Al Jazeera, Mulroy described the incident, following the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, as a second attempt by the United States to overthrow another country's government, though he noted that Iran’s situation differs significantly from Venezuela’s.

Mulroy explained that while Maduro managed to maintain control despite weak allies, Iran’s power structure is more complex, involving the military, the IRGC, and intelligence agencies. He warned that Iran’s recent statements suggest worsening tensions that could push the region toward full-scale war, affecting not only the United States but also Gulf nations.

He added that Iran possesses drones capable of striking buildings in Dubai and Bahrain and has supplied such drones to Russia for years. Although these drones can be shot down, Mulroy noted that they have previously bypassed security systems to hit targets.

An oil tanker flying the Palau flag, named 'Skylight', was attacked about five nautical miles off Musandam, Oman, according to the country's maritime security center. The incident left four people injured, while all 20 crew members were safely rescued. No further details about the nature or source of the attack were immediately available.

The attack occurred shortly after two drone strikes targeted Oman’s Duqm port, injuring a foreign worker. The report noted that this latest incident follows a series of attacks across several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Jordan, which Iran had previously acknowledged.

Authorities have not yet provided additional information on the attackers or the extent of the damage, leaving the situation under investigation.

Election Commissioner Abdur Rahmanel Masud has confirmed that city corporation elections will take place after the upcoming Ramadan. He made the announcement on Sunday afternoon while addressing the executive committee election of the Reporters Forum for Election and Democracy (RFED) at the Election Commission building in Agargaon, Dhaka. Masud stated that before the city polls, several by-elections are scheduled, and their schedules have already been announced.

He added that the Election Commission will remain busy throughout the year with various local government elections. Emphasizing the commission’s responsibility, Masud said it is bound by law to ensure fair elections, while the formulation of election laws is the responsibility of the parliament. The commission is currently awaiting a parliamentary decision on whether political party symbols will be used in local government elections.

Masud also mentioned that the recently held 13th national election and referendum were conducted properly, and the commission will review any shortcomings. He urged journalists to perform their duties impartially while offering constructive criticism of the commission’s activities.

Israel’s air force claimed on Saturday that it carried out more than 1,200 bombings in Iran during a joint operation with the United States. Among the targeted sites was a primary girls’ school in the southern Iranian city of Minab, where at least 148 people were reported killed and many others injured.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that many innocent children were killed in the school attack and vowed that Iran would respond. Iranian authorities confirmed the deaths of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Armed Forces Chief Abdul Rahim Mousavi, Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh, Khamenei’s security adviser Ali Shamkhani, and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Mohammad Pakpour.

The report also noted that Israel claimed 30 senior Iranian officials were killed in the strikes. The incident has drawn international attention, with Russian President Vladimir Putin calling Khamenei’s killing a grave violation of international law.

Iraq has declared three days of national mourning following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The announcement was made by government spokesperson Bassem Al-Awadi, according to the Iraqi News Agency. He expressed condolences to the Iranian people and the wider Islamic community, describing the incident as a moment of deep sorrow and grief.

Al-Awadi stated that Khamenei was killed through an act of open aggression that violated humanitarian and moral principles. He added that the killing represented a clear breach of international law. The Iraqi government’s declaration of mourning underscores the close political and religious ties between Iraq and Iran, as well as Baghdad’s condemnation of the attack.

The report also referenced related developments, including claims that 30 senior Iranian officials were killed in the same attack and international reactions labeling the incident a serious violation of international law.

Protests have spread across Iran following reports that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint U.S. and Israeli military strike. On Sunday, thousands of people gathered at Tehran’s Revolution Square and in front of Tehran University, while large crowds also took to the streets in other Iranian cities. Demonstrators carried Iranian flags and chanted slogans against the United States and Israel.

In the holy city of Qom, hundreds assembled at the shrine of Hazrat Masumeh to condemn the attack. The flag atop the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad was draped in mourning colors. Beyond Iran, gatherings were also reported in Baghdad, Karbala, and Kashmir. According to Israeli claims cited in the report, 30 senior Iranian officials were killed in the strike.

The incident has triggered widespread outrage and mourning, with visible signs of grief and anger across multiple cities, reflecting the scale of the shock following the reported death of Iran’s top leader.

Iran launched a large-scale attack on Sunday, firing 137 missiles and 209 drones toward the United Arab Emirates as part of what was described as its sixth wave of strikes across several Middle Eastern capitals and major cities. The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed the attacks, reporting that Abu Dhabi International Airport was among the targets. Authorities said one person was killed and seven others were injured in the incident.

CNN correspondents based in Dubai reported hearing three loud explosions around 8:15 a.m. local time. After a drone or missile was intercepted over the Business Bay area, debris reportedly fell on Dubai’s main commercial port, Jebel Ali, sparking a fire. Local authorities confirmed that smoke was seen rising from the site following the incident.

The report did not include further details on the extent of the damage or any official responses beyond the UAE confirmation.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has been admitted to United Hospital in Dhaka after being diagnosed with pneumonia. His personal officer, Shahiduzzaman, confirmed the information to the media on Sunday afternoon, stating that the minister’s health condition is now improving.

Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury was elected as a Member of Parliament from Chattogram-11 constituency as a BNP-nominated candidate in the 13th National Parliamentary Election. Following the election, he was appointed to the newly formed government as the Minister of Finance and Planning, a key position in the cabinet.

The report did not specify how long the minister is expected to remain hospitalized or when he might resume official duties.

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has expressed deep sorrow over the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, allegedly killed in a joint attack by the United States and Israel. In a Facebook post on Sunday, he described Khamenei’s death as martyrdom and conveyed condolences to the people of Iran.

In his message, Rahman warned that the ongoing instability in the Middle East has already placed regional peace at severe risk. He cautioned that any further escalation of military conflict could have devastating consequences for the entire region. He also noted that attacks during the holy month of Ramadan would heighten global anger and anxiety, endangering world peace.

Calling for an immediate end to hostilities, Rahman urged the United States, Israel, Iran, and all involved parties to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions. He emphasized the importance of upholding international law, state sovereignty, and civilian protection, and appealed to the United Nations and world leaders to take effective action to preserve global peace.

Iran’s Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Abdolrahim Mousavi, and Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh were killed in a joint missile attack by the United States and Israel, according to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency. The strike occurred on Sunday morning local time, following earlier attacks on Saturday that targeted senior Iranian defense officials.

Reports from Iranian television stated that Mousavi and several senior commanders were killed during a defense council meeting. The list of casualties also included Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Major General Mohammad Pakpour and Supreme Defense Council chairman Ali Shamkhani. The attacks reportedly destroyed multiple defense facilities.

Earlier, Iranian media confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a separate strike on his palace, which was completely destroyed. His daughter, son-in-law, and grandson were also reported killed. The developments have drawn international reactions, with Russia and North Korea condemning the strikes as violations of international law and acts of aggression.

A total of 54 flights from Dhaka to various Middle Eastern destinations were canceled between Saturday and Sunday noon, according to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Executive Director Group Captain S M Raqib Samad. The cancellations were prompted by temporary airspace closures and heightened security risks following U.S.-Israel attacks in Iran, leaving many passengers stranded and uncertain about their travel plans.

Airport officials said that several Middle Eastern countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, had temporarily closed their airspace in response to the situation in Iran. As a result, flights from Dhaka to these destinations were suspended. However, Biman Bangladesh Airlines announced that two previously canceled flights to Madinah and Jeddah would now depart on Sunday afternoon and evening, respectively.

US-Bangla Airlines stated that its flights to Riyadh, Jeddah, and Muscat would operate as scheduled, while services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Doha remain suspended until conditions improve. The airline advised passengers to arrive at the airport four hours before departure.

At least nine people were killed and several others injured during violent protests near the United States Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, following reports of the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Verified videos showed demonstrators breaking windows and setting parts of the area on fire. Police and paramilitary forces used batons and tear gas to disperse the crowd.

According to the Edhi Rescue Service, six of the deaths occurred during the police operation to control the situation. The unrest erupted shortly after news of Khamenei’s death spread, triggering anger among protesters near the consulate.

Authorities were working to restore order in the area as tensions remained high following the incident.