Today in News History

On June 26, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 969, George El Mozahem, Egyptian martyr (born 940) passed away. In 1274, Nasir al-Din al-Tusi, Persian scientist and writer (born 1201) passed away. In 1541, Francisco Pizarro is assassinated in Lima by the son of his former companion and later antagonist, Diego de Almagro the younger. Almagro is later caught and executed. In 1723, After a siege and bombardment by cannon, Baku surrenders to the Russians. In 1924, Kostas Axelos, Greek-French philosopher and author (died 2010) was born. In 1926, Dinu Zamfirescu, Romanian politician was born. In 1970, Irv Gotti, American record producer, co-founded Murder Inc Records (died 2025) was born. In 1979, Akwasi Afrifa, Ghanaian soldier and politician, 3rd Head of State of Ghana (born 1936) passed away. In 1987, Samir Nasri, French footballer was born. In 2006, Mari Alkatiri, the first Prime Minister of East Timor, resigns after weeks of political unrest. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

In first Ashura since Leader's assassination, Iran vows never to forgive

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June 26, 2026

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President Masoud Pezeshkian said Ashura embodies Imam Hussein's (AS) enduring call to resist oppression.

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