Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement has claimed responsibility for launching coordinated missile and drone attacks on Saudi Aramco oil facilities in the Saudi cities of Jizan and Yanbu, marking a significant escalation in tensions across the Middle East. The announcement was made by the group’s military spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree, who said the attacks were…
The United States has announced a 12.5 percent tariff on selected imports from Nigeria, citing the country’s failure to implement and effectively enforce a ban on the importation of goods produced with forced labour. The new trade measure was unveiled by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) as part of a broader…
Pakistan has declared that it is prepared to take all necessary measures, including the lawful use of force, if its maritime interests or Pakistan-flagged vessels come under attack, while reaffirming its unwavering support for Saudi Arabia amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The warning was issued on Wednesday through a statement by Pakistan’s Ministry…
Air Peace and Etihad Airways have entered into a new interline agreement aimed at improving air travel between Nigeria, West and Central Africa, and the United Arab Emirates. The partnership will allow passengers to book seamless journeys across both airlines on a single ticket, significantly expanding travel options across the region. The agreement, announced in…
Senate Republicans have released a revised draft of the proposed Crypto Clarity Act, reigniting debate in Washington over cryptocurrency regulation, ethics and investor protection. The updated legislation aims to establish a clearer legal framework for the digital asset industry, but it has already drawn strong criticism from Senate Democrats. Senator Elizabeth Warren, the ranking member…
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has approved the continued use of selected UK military bases by the United States for defensive military operations related to the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to a Bloomberg report citing government sources. The decision reportedly allows American aircraft to continue operating from the Diego Garcia military base in the…
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is set to meet United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Manila, Philippines, on Thursday as both countries continue diplomatic efforts aimed at finding a path toward ending the war in Ukraine. Lavrov confirmed the meeting during a press conference on Wednesday while attending events linked to the Association…
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has offered a rare glimpse into the demands of leading one of the world’s largest economies, revealing that getting just zero to three hours of sleep each night has become her normal routine since assuming office. In a candid post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Takaichi described the intense workload…
Iran has claimed responsibility for a missile strike targeting an Amazon data centre in Bahrain, marking another significant escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Tehran and the United States and its regional allies. In a statement released on Tuesday, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said its Aerospace Force launched several cruise missiles at what…
Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has unveiled his first major policy initiative, announcing a reduction in taxes on household electricity bills as part of efforts to ease the country’s ongoing cost-of-living pressures. The announcement came just a day after Burnham officially took office, replacing Keir Starmer as Prime Minister following a leadership transition….
