United States — United States Department of Defense & Ali Khamenei
13 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
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International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon is involved in the investigation of the school strike and military operations.
Ali Khamenei: The late Supreme Leader's death triggered the war and his funeral became a rallying point for Iranian defiance and calls for revenge.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> carried out 'defensive' strikes on Iran>>> during the ceasefire, complicating peace talks and demonstrating the ongoing military tensions.
Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei, as Iran's Supreme Leader, needs to give final approval for any memorandum of understanding to move forward.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> carried out 'defensive' strikes on Iran>>> during the ceasefire, complicating peace talks and demonstrating the ongoing military tensions.
Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei>>>, the Supreme Leader of Iran>>>, was killed in the initial US-Israeli strikes, a key objective for Israel>>> at the war's outset.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon would execute any retaliation orders, but legality of standing orders is questioned.
Ali Khamenei: His death in initial U.S.-Israeli strikes is a key grievance motivating Iranian retaliation.
Jul 11, 2026 · 24 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon sought additional funding from Congress for the conflict's rising costs.
Ali Khamenei: Iran's slain supreme leader is revered by pilgrims in Iraq, symbolizing Iran-Iraq ties.
Jul 09, 2026 · 325 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon did not comment on the pause but is involved in military planning. Spokesman Parnell stated the military has everything it needs.
Ali Khamenei: Khamenei was killed in the initial US-Israeli strikes in February. His death is a backdrop to the current conflict.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: Estimated war cost at $37.5 billion; requested additional funding.
Ali Khamenei: Deceased former Supreme Leader of Iran; funeral attended by Houthi leaders.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense was mentioned in relation to previous statements about Iran's defenses, providing context for the current debate.
Ali Khamenei: The fatwa issued by Ali Khamenei>>> banning nuclear weapons is cited by Iran>>> as a clear policy on the matter.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The Pentagon is managing the military campaign and has reported casualties and budget requests.
Ali Khamenei: The late supreme leader Khamenei was killed in the initial US-Israeli strikes; his death has been commemorated in Iran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
International
United States — United States Department of Defense: The United States — United States Department of Defense>>> carried out 'defensive' strikes on Iran>>> during the ceasefire, complicating peace talks and demonstrating the ongoing military tensions.
Ali Khamenei: Ali Khamenei>>>, Iran's>>> Supreme Leader, was killed in initial attacks by the United States>>> and Israel>>>, which triggered the war.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
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