World Newsmaker Briefs: From Iranian Losses to U.S. Immigration Reforms

Iran's security chief, Ali Larijani, was confirmed killed by Iranian media in an attack reported to be a U.S.-Israeli airstrike. Larijani, a senior Iranian political figure, was believed to be a key confidant to the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Amid rising global tensions, New Zealand plans to introduce legislation to strengthen its immigration systems in response to crime and exploitation concerns. This law aims to provide authorities appropriate tools to manage potential risks effectively while ensuring fair proceedings.

In Georgia, the influential spiritual leader Ilia II passed at 93, after leading the Orthodox Church through transformative years out of Soviet repression. His loss marks a significant moment in the Georgian Church's history and highlights his extended era of religious and socio-political influence.