Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran’s late shah, urged the country’s security forces to abandon the cleric-run regime, expressing hope for its downfall amid escalating tensions with Israel. Blaming Supreme Leader Khamenei for dragging Iran into conflict, he called for unity among the military and the people, promoting a vision for a secular democracy rather than a restoration of the monarchy.
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Row breaks out as US diplomat criticises France on antisemitism
France will summon the US ambassador, Charles Kushner, after he criticized the government's response to rising antisemitism in a leaked letter to President Macron, which coincided with the anniversary of the Allied Liberation of Paris. The letter, echoing Israeli concerns, claims antisemitism has surged since the Hamas assault on October 7, while France's foreign ministry refuted the allegations as unacceptable interference in internal affairs. Want More Context? 🔎
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