Also known as: Khamenei · Ali Khamenei · the late ayatollah · his father · the supreme leader · Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei · Supreme Leader · Supreme Leader of Iran · Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei · the previous supreme leader · supreme leader Ali Khamenei · Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei · Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei · Sayyed Ali Khamenei
Former supreme leader of Iran killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, 2026, ending three decades of rule.
Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa met with Iran's ambassador to Namibia and condemned the US-backed Israeli military operation against Iran. Namibia's government also issued a statement expressing grave concern about the escalation in the Middle East, citing risks to international peace and security.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa met with Iran's ambassador to Namibia and condemned the US-backed Israeli military operation against Iran. Namibia's government also issued a statement expressing grave concern about the escalation in the Middle East, citing risks to international peace and security.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa met with Iran's ambassador to Namibia to reaffirm ties between the two countries and extended condolences following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on 28 February, which she described as "unjustified aggression and an illegal military operation."
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Oil prices surged as Middle East tensions widened, with the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed and Iran threatening energy supply disruptions, while global equity markets retreated and analysts warned of potential stagflation if the conflict persists.
4 March 2026 · New Era →
A New Era opinion piece argues that while the Trump administration launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran in February 2026 citing nuclear proliferation and regional instability concerns, killing leadership may not secure the endgame needed for stability—given Iran's deep historical pride, religious identity, ethnic diversity, and powerful Revolutionary Guard unlikely to surrender to American pressure.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece questions whether the Trump administration has a viable long-term strategy following a joint US-Israel military operation against Iran in February 2026 that killed Iran's supreme leader. The columnist argues that Iran's religious identity, ethnic diversity, and proud historical legacy make regime change and regional stability unlikely outcomes of military intervention.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Independent Patriots for Change shadow minister Rodney Cloete has called for urgent multilateral mediation and restraint following military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, warning that regional escalation threatens Namibia's cost of living through disrupted shipping lanes and rising fuel and food prices.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations has called for an immediate end to hostilities in the Middle East following recent US and Israeli military actions against Iran, stating that dialogue and diplomatic engagement are the only viable route to lasting peace. The government emphasised its commitment to the principles of sovereignty and non-interference, and aligned itself with the African Union's call for urgent de-escalation.
3 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations and Trade has issued a statement calling for urgent de-escalation in the Middle East following military strikes by the US and Israel against Iran, warning that the escalation risks further destabilising the region and undermining international peace and security. The ministry urged all parties to exercise restraint, cease hostilities, and return to dialogue and diplomatic engagement, emphasising that such tensions threaten global security and small developing states that depend on respect for international norms.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Military escalation between the US, Israel and Iran threatens global oil supplies and raises risks for fuel-importing Namibia, particularly if conflict disrupts the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts urge Namibia to build strategic fuel reserves, diversify suppliers beyond the Gulf region and accelerate renewable energy investment to cushion against price shocks.
2 March 2026 · New Era →
Iranian officials have vowed to avenge Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death in US and Israeli strikes, with President Masoud Pezeshkian calling it a "declaration of war against Muslims" and pledging Iran's "legitimate duty" to punish those responsible. Across the region, pro-Iran groups and militias have launched or threatened attacks on US bases, while Iraq—caught between US and Iranian influence—announced a three-day mourning period and urged restraint amid escalating military tensions.
2 March 2026 · New Era →