US vs Iran: Pope Leo blasts aerial military strikes
Pope Leo XIV has strongly criticised the use of aerial military strikes in the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Iran, and Israel, saying such bombardments are indiscriminate and should be banned. Speaking at a public event, he emphasised that no one should live in fear of destruction from above, calling modern air attacks a regression […]
Trump Threatens To Delay China Trip If Beijing Doesn’t Help Reopen Hormuz
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is suggesting he may delay his much-anticipated visit to China at the end of the month as he seeks to ramp up the pressure on Beijing to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz and calm oil prices that have soared during the Iran war. In an interview Sunday with […]
We’lI not be drawn into wider war with Iran – UK tells Trump
The United Kingdom has said it will not be drawn into a wider conflict with Iran despite pressure from the United States. Prime Minister Keir Starmer made the position clear after Donald Trump urged allies to help secure shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz. The request comes as tensions in the Middle East continue […]
War: Remain neutral – Iran tells UN
Iran has called on the United Nations to remain neutral amid the ongoing conflict involving the country. Iranian officials said the global body must avoid taking sides and instead focus on promoting peace and stability in the region. Iran’s representatives argued that the UN should play a balanced role in addressing the crisis. They stressed […]
Cautious optimism ahead of US-Iran talks
There is growing global attention and cautious optimism ahead of planned talks between the United States and Iran, following recent signals from leaders of both countries. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has directed his top diplomat, Abbas Araghchi, to get ready for what he described as fair and balanced negotiations, free from threats or unrealistic demands. […]
Ukraine peace deal near, but territorial disputes remain – Trump
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that a peace deal in Ukraine could be close, but warned that significant territorial disputes remain unresolved. While negotiations are reportedly progressing, key issues regarding the control of contested regions continue to pose challenges for a lasting agreement. Trump highlighted that both Ukraine and Russia face pressures to […]
President Bola Tinubu meets with President of France, Emmanuel Macron (photos)
President Bola Tinubu had a private working lunch with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris on September 10. Photos released by the State House showed the two leaders sharing a warm handshake before going into the palace. President Tinubu is spending the second part of his annual leave between France and […]
Zelensky `has lost this war’ – Hungarian leader says ahead of Trump-Putin meeting
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán believes that Ukraine has already lost the war against Russia, as he commented before a planned meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Orbán told the far-right news site mandiner.hu on Wednesday, August 13, that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has lost the conflict. He added that […]
Visa restrictions: Nigerian Govt reiterates commitment to cordial diplomatic ties with US, UAE
The Nigerian government has assured the public that it remains committed to maintaining strong and friendly relationships with both the United States and the United Arab Emirates. This reassurance came in a statement from Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, released in Abuja on Tuesday. The announcement followed recent changes […]
Buhari Heads To France For A Private And Official Mission (Photos)
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has traveled to France for a visit that blends both official and personal purposes. This trip highlights Buhari’s ongoing engagement in global matters, even after his time in office. While the full details of his itinerary remain undisclosed, the visit is expected to include discussions that could strengthen Nigeria’s relationship […]