Calls for peace and flashes of anger after US and Israeli attacks kill Iran's Khamenei
Summary
Following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in coordinated US-Israeli strikes, Britain, France, and Germany pledge to defend their interests in the Middle East while global protests erupt, and Russia and China condemn the attacks.
Key Points
- The United States and Israel conducted attacks that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, sparking retaliatory missile and drone strikes from Iran.
- Britain, France, and Germany have pledged to work with the US to defend their interests in the Middle East against Iran's missile and drone capabilities.
- The European Union held an emergency meeting to assess the situation and noted uncertainty about Iran's future post-Khamenei's death.
- Global reactions include protests and celebrations, with Russia and China strongly criticizing the US-Israeli actions, accusing them of violating international law.
