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Iran
Khamenei Funeral Underway
Iran has begun public mourning for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, four months after he was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes that killed him and a number of Iranian leaders. Khamenei’s coffin was placed on display at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla, one of Iran’s most important ceremonial spaces, where officials, clerics, foreign dignitaries, and supporters gathered to pay respects. The ceremonies are under tight security and had been delayed because of wartime conditions. The ceremony has also drawn international attention. Delegations from countries including Pakistan, Iraq, China, Russia, Turkey, and Gulf states attended, while Western leaders were absent.
This map depicts the funeral itinerary for Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February 2026. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: BBC
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Russia
Fuel Crisis Expands Nationwide
An ongoing fuel crisis that has crippled certain parts of Russia continues to expand nationwide, with fuel shortages reported in nearly all 83 regions. Penza, Irkutsk, and Zabaykalsky Krai are among the hardest hit locales. Long queues for gas were seen at gas stations across Russia, with some residents reportedly waiting for as long as 18 hours. The crisis follows an escalation of Ukrainian attacks on oil infrastructure, especially within the past few months. Rationing has been implemented in many places, with jurisdictions banning the use of large containers to prevent hoarding. Authorities have also taken additional steps to stymie gas scalping. Lower-grade fuel has also been made available to increase supply.
This map depicts the relative severity of fuel shortages across Russia’s regions. Click on the map to learn more.
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Graphic Source: CNN
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China
Test Missile Fired into Pacific
China’s military test-launched a nuclear-capable long-range ballistic missile on Monday, worrying nearby nations. The missile, fired from a submarine of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, carried a dummy warhead. According to the Chinese government, it was a routine test conducted in accordance with international law, not targeted or threatening toward any specific nation. The test marks a departure from earlier tests, which mainly occurred within China’s land borders. This is the first time China has tested a missile in the Pacific since 2024, when it launched an intercontinental ballistic missile into the region for the first time in decades. This time, the test drew sharper criticism from Western Pacific nations, including Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. As China looks to expand its nuclear submarine fleet and improve its launch capabilities, it will be better equipped to challenge US dominance in the region.
This map depicts the flight path and landing site of a nuclear-capable long-range missile launched by China’s military, prompting protests from neighboring countries in the Pacific.
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Q: What country is home to the only point on the equator with snow cover?
A: Ecuador
Ecuador’s Cayambe Volcano is the only place on the equator to have a permanent snow cap. The equator crosses the southern slope of Cayambe at an elevation of almost 15,400 ft (4,694 m), just above the snow line. As part of the Ring of Fire, Ecuador experiences significant seismic activity, and Cayambe is one of the many volcanoes in the region. Cayambe, located in the northern part of Ecuador, is considered the highest equatorial elevation in the world, and sits among the world’s sixty tallest volcanoes, most of which are located in the Andes mountain range. The 19,000-foot (5,790 m) peak is said to be a more challenging climb than Ecuador’s even taller mountains, Chimborazo and Cotopaxi.
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Q: What country is home to the largest freshwater system in Southeast Asia?
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