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Russia denies sending drones to Iran amid U.S.-Israeli airstrikes.

Russia has denied allegations that it supplied drones to Iran amid ongoing airstrikes carried out by the United States and Israel. The denial comes as tensions continue to rise across the Middle East. Officials in Moscow described the claims as false and misleading, insisting that Russia is not directly supporting Iran’s military operations in the […]

Iran rejects Trump’s 15-point cease-fire plan, puts forth its own demands to end the war

The government of Iran has rejected a 15-point ceasefire proposal reportedly backed by Donald Trump, describing the plan as unfair and one-sided.  According to reports, Iranian officials said the proposal failed to address their core concerns and instead placed heavy demands on Tehran without offering balanced concessions.  In response, Iran has presented its own set […]

War: IRGC Navy Commander Tangsiri killed in Israeli strike

Reports indicate that an Israeli strike has killed IRGC Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri, marking a significant escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran. The attack is said to have targeted a strategic military location linked to Iran’s naval operations. Details about the exact location and timing remain limited. Tangsiri was a key figure within the […]

Iran wants me to be their Supreme Leader but I refused – Trump

Donald Trump has claimed that Iran once wanted him to become its Supreme Leader, but he rejected the idea. The statement comes amid rising tensions and ongoing discussions between the United States and Iran. Trump made the remark while speaking about the Middle East situation, suggesting that Iran is eager to make deals but hesitant […]

Trump warns Iran to ‘get serious’ as talks continue over Middle East conflict

Donald Trump has urged Iran to take ongoing negotiations seriously as tensions in the Middle East remain high. His warning comes amid efforts to reach a possible resolution to the conflict.  Trump stressed that Iran must act quickly “before it is too late,” signaling growing impatience from Washington over the pace of discussions.  He accused […]

War: US urges citizens to leave Iraq

The United States government has advised its citizens to leave Iraq due to rising security concerns linked to ongoing regional tensions. The warning comes as fears of escalation in the Middle East continue to grow. Officials urged Americans to depart as soon as possible, citing the unpredictable security situation and the risk of attacks on […]

War: Why Iran is afraid to admit it wants a deal – Trump

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran secretly wants to make a deal to end the ongoing war, but is reluctant to admit it publicly because of fear of internal backlash or external threats, according to recent statements.  Trump told reporters that Tehran’s leadership is negotiating indirectly with the United States and that Iranian […]

UK court jails Nigerian man for life over Leicester street murder

A Nigerian man, Chukwuemeka Ahanonu, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of 56-year-old Nila Patel in Leicester. The 24-year-old attacked the woman after crashing his vehicle while under the influence of cannabis. The incident occurred on June 24, 2025, along Infirmary Road, where Patel was walking home after getting off a bus. […]

US-based Nigerian, Omoniyi lands in jail for multimillion-dollar wire fraud

A Nigerian national living in the United States, Ayobami Omoniyi, has been sentenced to prison over his involvement in a large-scale fraud operation. The ruling was confirmed by the U.S. Department of Justice. Omoniyi, 26, received a sentence of two years and six months after pleading guilty to charges related to wire fraud and illegal […]

Republicans desert Trump as approval drops over Iran war

Support for Donald Trump appears to be weakening as a new national poll shows declining approval tied to the ongoing conflict with Iran. The survey highlights growing concern among Americans over military involvement. According to the poll, only 42 percent of voters support the U.S. military action, while a majority of 58 percent oppose it. […]