Mohammad Reza Pahlavi is trending as Iran faces unrest and calls for regime change, recalling his long rule as last Shah before 1979 revolution.
Iranian women's national football team refused to sing the national anthem during an Asian Cup match in Australia, as tensions rise following US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Exiled figures and activists call for Australia to grant the players asylum amid threats from Iran. The players face potential persecution if returned home.
As of early March 2026, US President Donald Trump has declared his intent to influence the selection of Iran's next Supreme Leader following the assassination of Ali Khamenei. Trump rejects Mojtaba Khamenei, the late leader's son, as a successor and compares his desired involvement to the US-backed leadership change in Venezuela. This comes amid escalating US-Israeli military actions in Iran and regional tensions.
Multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites in Iran, including Tehran's Golestan Palace and Isfahan's historic landmarks, have sustained damage amid ongoing US and Israeli military strikes. UNESCO confirms damage to key sites, raising concerns over cultural preservation during conflict. The damage highlights the impact of hostilities on Iran's historical heritage.
Support for US military action against Iran remains low, with only 40% backing strikes, amid partisan divides and concerns over ground invasion and draft. Israeli support remains high, reflecting direct regional impacts. The debate over escalation continues as US public opinion shifts.
Reza Pahlavi, exiled son of Iran's last shah, announces plans for a transitional government following ongoing conflict and protests. His efforts include selecting a transitional body to lead Iran after the fall of the Islamic Republic, but he lacks official US backing amid regional instability.
Reza Pahlavi, exiled son of Iran’s last shah, spoke at CPAC in Texas, urging the US to support regime change in Iran. He advocates for a democratic transition, aligning with hawkish US and Israeli policies amid ongoing conflict and strikes against Iran. His speech received strong support from conservative audiences.