Trump: US would hit Iran ‘20 times harder’ over Hormuz
Trump warned Iran of severe retaliation if oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are disrupted
Iran appoints Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader
Iran appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader amid escalating conflict, and widespread casualties
Egypt urges Arab states to form joint force against Iranian threats
Egypt called for a joint Arab force to address Iranian threats, urging dialogue and regional security measures amid escalating tensions across the Middle East.
Kenya flood death toll rises to 42 after heavy rains
Floods in Kenya have killed 42 people as authorities launch rescue efforts and promise support
Israel intensifies Iran strikes as Tehran nears new leader decision
Israel expands strikes on Iran as Tehran moves closer to naming a new supreme leader
Kazakh and Egyptian ministers discuss Middle East tensions
Kazakh and Egyptian ministers discussed Middle East tensions, urged diplomacy, reassured tourist safety, and agreed to expand trade, cultural, and high-level bilateral exchanges.
Turkey and Algeria hold high-level talks to boost regional cooperation
Turkey and Algeria held high-level consultations in Istanbul, discussing bilateral relations, regional stability, economic, security, and cultural cooperation, while reaffirming strategic dialogue.
Iran apologises to Gulf states as Israel conflict escalates
Iran apologises to Gulf neighbours as Israel war escalates and regional strikes continue
Gunmen kill dozens in Nigeria’s Borno village attack
Militants killed dozens and abducted over 100 people in a deadly raid on a Borno village
Two Ghanaian UN peacekeepers critically wounded in Lebanon strike
Two Ghanaian UN peacekeepers were critically wounded after a strike hit their base in southern Lebanon as Israel and Hezbollah exchanged fire, authorities reported.
Trump urges US role in selecting Iran’s next leader
Trump says the US should help choose Iran’s next leader and backs Kurdish attacks on Iranian forces
Trump says Iran leadership should be removed
Trump says Iran’s leadership should be removed and claims he has candidates for a new leader
NATO raises missile defence posture after Iran missile near Turkey
Nato said it strengthened its ballistic missile defence posture after alliance systems intercepted a missile from Iran heading toward Turkey amid escalating regional tensions.
US submarine sinks Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka, 80 dead
A US submarine sank Iran’s frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka, leaving at least 80 sailors dead
US, Iranian Kurds discuss possible operation against Tehran
Iranian Kurdish militias are consulting the US about possible attacks on Iranian security forces
Iran–US war enters day 4 as conflict deepens
Day 4 of the Iran–US war sees widening strikes and regional escalation
US imposes sanctions on Rwanda over DRC peace violations
The United States sanctioned Rwanda’s military and top officers for supporting M23, accusing them of violating a DRC peace deal and committing human rights abuses.
Iran says it closed Strait of Hormuz and warns ships
Iran’s IRGC announced the Strait of Hormuz is closed and warned that any vessel crossing would face attacks, while oil pipelines may also be targeted.
Iran rules out US talks as death toll from strikes hits 555
Iran says it will not negotiate with the US as the Red Crescent reports 555 deaths from strikes
Thousands protest in northern Nigeria over Iran leader killing
Thousands of Shia protesters in northern Nigeria marched peacefully, condemning the killing of Iran’s supreme leader and calling for an end to Western interference.
Iranian state TV confirms death of Ali Khamenei
Iran confirms Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli strikes and declares 40 days of national mourning
Trump says Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes
Trump says Khamenei killed in US-Israel attack, vows continued bombardment
African Union urges restraint after US, Israel strikes on Iran
The African Union urged restraint and diplomacy after US strikes on Iran, warning that further escalation could harm global stability, energy markets and African economies.
Israel closes Rafah crossing with Egypt after strike on Iran
Israel closed Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt as a security measure after a joint strike on Iran, postponing humanitarian staff rotation, COGAT said.
US, Israel strike Iran as nuclear talks collapse
US and Israeli strikes on Iran spark missile retaliation and deepen fears of a broader regional conflict
US lifts sanctions on three Malian officials linked to Wagner group
Washington lifts restrictions on Mali military leaders as cooperation on jihadist threats intensifies across the Sahel countries
US citizen jailed for sexually abusing two girls in Burkina Faso
A Maryland man employed at the US Embassy in Burkina Faso received a life sentence for sexually assaulting two teenage girls in his home.