Trump says Iran shot down US Apache near Strait of Hormuz
Trump blames Iran for U.S. helicopter downing near Hormuz, vows response
Israel and Iran halt direct missile strikes to prevent a wider war
Both nations paused their immediate cross-border attacks but tensions remain high in the region.
Houthis choke Red Sea route as Trump talks deals
Houthis’ Bab al-Mandab move puts Red Sea shipping and energy routes under major pressure
US will tap Iranian assets to pay for Gulf allies’ repairs
The United States plans to make Iranian assets available to Gulf allies to fund repairs and rebuilding efforts for both past and future damages inflicted by Iran.
US military strikes coastal radar sites in southern Iran
Military actions by US forces follow drone interceptions near the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Trump confirms he called Netanyahu ‘crazy’ in Lebanon phone call
Trump says he pressed Netanyahu to stop fighting in Lebanon as U.S. pushes Iran deal
US to reduce number of visa processing embassies in Africa
African citizens will face higher travel costs to apply for US visas due to embassy service cuts.
Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon after capturing key castle
Netanyahu orders deeper ground operations in south Lebanon after Israel seizes the Beaufort fortress.
Trump weighs Iran deal, Tehran denies
Iran labels Donald Trump’s claims a mixture of truth and lies as Middle East peace talks continue.
UN blacklists Israeli and Russian forces over sexual abuse
A new UN report details documented patterns of sexual violence by Israeli and Russian forces.
Meta launches new paid subscription plans for major apps
New premium tiers for Meta apps offer users advanced features and profile customization options.
Trump increases the US refugee limit for Afrikaners only
Trump raises the U.S. refugee cap by 10,000 spots specifically for white South African Afrikaners.
Trump says US blockade will remain until Iran deal is signed
Trump says no rush for Iran deal as Hormuz blockade stays
French judge opens Khashoggi inquiry targeting Saudi crown prince
French judge opens inquiry into Khashoggi killing after rights groups’ complaint
India, UAE sign defence and energy deals during Modi visit
The UAE framed Modi’s visit as part of a broader push to expand strategic cooperation with India
Kazakhstan will open its first embassy in Nairobi to boost ties
Kazakhstan announced plans to open an embassy in Nairobi and signed six bilateral cooperation agreements with Kenya during President William Ruto’s state visit to Astana.
US deportation flight sends migrants to Sierra Leone deal
Sierra Leone accepts West African migrants deported by United States as part of cooperation deal involving limited monthly arrivals quota.
Morocco and France prepare a historic treaty to strengthen ties
A groundbreaking treaty between France and Morocco aims to solidify their growing economic partnership.
Black Cube’s shadow wars expose the dangers of privatized intelligence
Black Cube scrutiny grows over covert operations and election influence allegations
US and Nigerian forces kill ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, Trump says
Trump says ISIS deputy Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed in joint US-Nigeria raid
Backlash grows in UK over Kamal Idris visit and Oxford appearances
Sudanese activists claim UK committee declined to host Kamal Idris
Study links Trump aid cuts to increased violence across Africa
The abrupt loss of 60 billion dollars in US funding interrupted vital conflict prevention efforts.
UAE condemns attack on Indian-flagged vessel off Oman coast
UAE condemns attack on Indian-flagged vessel near Oman
Ship seized near UAE as Trump and Xi discuss Hormuz and Iran
Vessel reportedly seized near UAE amid Hormuz tensions and Iran war talks