US Spends Over $11.3 Billion in First Week of War with Iran
The United States spent more than $11.3 billion in the first week of its war with Iran, a Pentagon briefing to lawmakers revealed, according to The New York Times. The figure shows how quickly U.S. forces are depleting weapons and resources. Sources familiar with the closed-door briefing said the $11.3 billion does not include costs […]
Iran Says No Negotiation With US, Vows to Continue Middle East War After Khamenei Killing
In similar vein, Iran has no intention of negotiating with the United States and can continue the Middle East war for as long as needed, Mohammad Mokhber, a senior aide to the late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei told reporters. He told the broadcaster that Iran had “no trust in the Americans and we have […]
Lagos Imams Urge Restraint Amid US–Israel–Iran Crisis
The League of Imams and Alfas has called on Nigerians to refrain from actions capable of disrupting peaceful coexistence following tensions triggered by the US–Israel–Iran crisis.The advisory follows protests in parts of the country over the reported killing of Ali Khamenei during recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran.The call was made during the 2026 Ramadan Tafsir […]
Spain’s Sánchez Tells Trump “No to War” Over US Base Request
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has pushed back against US President Donald Trump after Spain refused to allow American planes use its military bases for strikes on Iran. In a televised address, Sánchez said Spain’s position is clear: “no to war.” He stressed that his government would not support actions it believes are harmful or […]
US Updates Middle East Travel Advisory After Iran Strikes
The United States has updated its travel and security guidance for Americans across the Middle East after military strikes hit Iranian targets, including Tehran. The US Department of State introduced a three-tier advisory system covering 13 countries and urged Americans abroad to stay alert, limit movement, shelter in place where necessary, or leave if commercial […]
Israel-Iran Strikes Escalate as Conflict Enters Third Day
The conflict between Israel and Iran has intensified, with strikes continuing on both sides. It began early on Friday, when Israel launched attacks on Iran, hitting nuclear facilities, military sites, and populated areas. In response, Iran launched drones and ballistic missiles, leading to strikes across central Israel, which killed three people and injured dozens, according […]
Trump Expands US Travel Ban to Nationals of 12 Countries
U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday banning the nationals of 12 countries from entering the United States, saying the move was needed to protect against “foreign terrorists” and other security threats. The directive is part of an immigration crackdown Trump launched this year at the start of his second term, which has […]
Trump Weighs Travel Ban on 43 Countries
US President Donald Trump’s administration is thinking of a new travel ban that would affect citizens from 43 countries, divided into three categories of travel restrictions: the Red, Orange, and Yellow list. The red category of countries whose citizens could be completely barred from entering the United States includes Afghanistan, Bhutan, Cuba, Iran, Libya, North […]
FG Assures CNG Safety Despite Malaysia’s 2025 Phase-out Plan
The Presidency has allayed concerns regarding the safety of Compressed Natural Gas-powered vehicles, recently introduced in Nigeria. While responding to reports on Malaysia’s plan to phase out CNG-powered vehicles by 2025, to protect road users and the public from the potential hazards posed by ageing CNG tanks, Media aide to the President, Bayo Onanuga, clarified […]
Hezbollah Launch Fresh Attack on Israel
Islamist group Hezbollah has launched hundreds of rockets and drones at Israel early on Sunday, as Israel’s military said it struck Lebanon with around 100 jets to thwart a larger-scale rocket and drone attack by Hezbollah, in one of the biggest clashes in more than 10 months of border warfare. The US says it is […]
