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Inside Tehran as funeral for late Iranian supreme leader
NBC News’ Richard Engel is in Tehran where huge crowds are gathering for the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Our team was at the mosque where mourners were chanting “death to America.” The ayatollah was killed in American and Israeli airstrikes at the start of the war earlier this year.
Huge crowds of mourners turn out for funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Massive crowds showed up for the official start of the funeral of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran’s capital, on Saturday, the beginning of a multi-day ceremony that is meant to project the strength and resilience of the Islamic Republic after a bruising war with the United States and Israel.
Huge crowds turn out in Tehran for funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Massive crowds showed up for the official start of the funeral of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran’s capital, on Saturday, the beginning of a multi-day ceremony that is meant to project the strength and resilience of the Islamic Republic after a bruising war with the United States and Israel.
Iran says millions expected at funeral for former supreme leader
Foreign dignitaries and senior Iranian leaders honored Ayatollah Ali Khamenei today, months after he was killed by the United States and Israel. Iran says organizers expect 15 to 20 million people at his dayslong state funeral. NBC News' Richard Engel reports from Tehran.
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U.S. was concerned Israel might try to kill Iran negotiators, sources say
U.S. officials were concerned that Israel might try to assassinate Iran’s negotiators during recent ceasefire talks and Tehran was warned about the possible threat, according to a U.S. official and an Iranian official with knowledge of the matter.
U.S. was concerned Israel might try to kill Iran negotiators, sources say
U.S. officials were concerned that Israel might try to assassinate Iran’s negotiators during recent ceasefire talks and Tehran was warned about the possible threat, according to a U.S. official and an Iranian official with knowledge of the matter.
Who are the ultratraditionalists rebelling against Pope Leo and triggering a rupture with the Vatican?
In a rare move this week the Vatican’s doctrine office declared the Society of St. Pius X in schism and decreed the excommunication of its bishops and priests.
Neil the Seal is once again wreaking havoc in the streets of Tasmania
Neil the Seal, Tasmania's most famous Elephant Seal, makes his much-anticipated return to the Australian island after nearly six months at sea.
Rare copy of the Declaration of Independence seized by the British in 1776 is found
A rare copy of the Declaration of Independence lost for 250 years has been discovered in London, where it is now the only known example of its kind outside the United States.
England fans can drink until 5 a.m. for Mexico game
After public outcry, outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer staged a last-minute intervention to let pubs stay open, but police have raised concerns.
England fans can drink till 5 a.m. for Mexico World Cup game after government intervenes
With England’s game against Mexico at the Azteca stadium kicking off at 1 a.m. British time, the government has relaxed alcohol laws to allow pubs to stay open.
England fans can drink till 5 a.m. for Mexico World Cup game after government intervention
With England’s game against Mexico at the Azteca stadium kicking off at 1 a.m. British time, the government has relaxed alcohol laws to allow pubs to stay open.
Iran’s injured Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei won’t attend his father’s funeral, sources say
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is not expected to attend his own father’s funeral, an Iranian official and a Middle Eastern diplomat tell NBC News.
Powerful Iranian general seen in public amid preparation for supreme leader’s vast funeral
TEHRAN, Iran — A powerful Iranian general not seen in public for months has been photographed at a service for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as the country prepared for the late leader’s sweeping dayslong funeral.
Millions expected at delayed Khamenei funeral as Iran seeks to project strength
Four months after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran is preparing for a massive multi-day funeral. It’s a calculated move by the regime to project strength and unity during a shaky peace deal with the U.S.
World Cup player from Cape Verde accused of rape
A woman, according to her attorney, is accusing the captain of Cape Verde's National Soccer Team, Ryan Mendes, of rape. Jesse Kirsch spoke with the alleged victim's attorney.
Iran and Oman propose fee plan for Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Iran and Oman have presented to the U.S. a proposal for the administration of the Strait of Hormuz that includes the joint collection of administrative fees by the two Middle East nations, four sources told NBC News.
Protests turn violent in Albania over development backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner
Anti-government protests turn violent in Albania as demonstrators call for the prime minister to step down after his government greenlit a plan backed by members of the Trump family to transform protected shorelines into luxury real estate. NBC News' Molly Hunter reports.
Venezuelan families continue to search for the missing one week after twin earthquakes
Today marks one week since two devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela. An estimated 50,000 thousand people are believed to be missing. Thousands of families are still desperately searching for their loved ones. NBC News’ George Solis spoke to one daughter fighting to recover her father's body from under the rubble.
Mexico scene shows crowds that killed three during World Cup celebration
Two women and one man died of asphyxiation in downtown Mexico City as thousands of soccer fans celebrated their national team’s World Cup win over Ecuador.
Washington, D.C. communities join rescue and relief efforts for Venezuela earthquakes
As Venezuela grapples with the effects of the devastating earthquakes, first responders and Venezuelan restaurants in the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia area are utilizing their time and expertise to offer a helping hand. WRC's Dominique Moody reports.
South Africa says over 900 arrested during nationwide anti-migrant protests
South African police said more than 900 people were arrested on Tuesday, when there were nationwide anti-migrant protests which were mostly peaceful but occasionally descended into violence and looting.
Ocean surface temperatures hit record high, fanning scientists’ concerns of global crisis
Temperatures on the ocean surface hit a record high in June, European scientists warned Wednesday, fueling fears of more dangerous heat waves this summer.
Ocean surface temperatures hit record high as world enters ‘uncharted territory,’ scientists warn
Temperatures on the ocean surface hit a record high in June, European scientists warned Wednesday, fueling fears of more dangerous heat waves this summer.
Venezuela’s huge needs are not being met by earthquake response, group warns
The response to Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes has not met the huge need created by the disaster, according to a leading international humanitarian organization.
Monaco and French authorities investigating explosion as possible assassination attempt
Monaco and French authorities are on the hunt for a suspect who they believe detonated a parcel bomb in Monaco, injuring three. Monaco's prosecutor says they are investigating whether the attack was an attempted assassination. NBC's Ryan Chandler reports.
Serena Williams loses in the first round of Wimbledon
Tennis legend Serena Williams was knocked out of the first round of Wimbledon by 20-year-old Australian player Maya Joint, who beat the 44 year old in straight sets. It had been 1,397 days since Williams’ last singles match, with the American making her official comeback to the tour this month.
Russian satellite communications center hit, Ukraine says, as drones target Moscow
More than 60 drones targeted Moscow overnight, the city’s mayor said Tuesday, marking another major aerial attack on the Russian capital as Ukraine intensifies its long-range weapons campaign.
Russian satellite communications center hit, Ukraine says as a wave of drones targets Moscow
More than 60 drones targeted Moscow overnight, the city’s mayor said Tuesday, marking another major aerial attack on the Russian capital as Ukraine intensifies its long-range weapons campaign.