Iran missile strike hits Arad, injuring 88 and damaging homes near Dead Sea

US sends MQ-9 drones and troops to Nigeria for intelligence support as insurgent threats grow

A Russian tanker damaged in a Mediterranean attack is drifting unmanned towards Libya carrying fuel and gas, raising concerns about potential explosion risks.

Strait of Hormuz disruptions amid the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran have pushed jet fuel and crude oil prices sharply higher, hitting African and European airlines.

Chad plans to deploy 800 police and gendarmes to Haiti this year to support the U.N.-backed Gang Suppression Force against armed gangs.

Germany temporarily withdrew its embassy staff from Niger due to escalating jihadist violence, citing threats to Western nationals and a deteriorating security situation.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington may ease Iranian oil sanctions as energy prices surge, aiming to stabilise markets and support global partners.

Britain cuts international aid to 0.3% of GNI, protecting key humanitarian programs while reducing bilateral aid to Africa and Middle East countries.

The UN’s International Maritime Organization urged a safe corridor in the Gulf to evacuate stranded vessels and seafarers, condemning Iran’s attacks and urging international coordination.

Thousands of luxury cars from Japan were diverted to Kenya’s Lamu port as Gulf war and strikes on Dubai disrupt normal shipping routes.

Sharara oil field fire is under control as Libya begins gradual restoration of production and maintenance teams assess the damage.