Iran has firmly ruled out negotiations with the United States, citing lack of trust, as the death toll from Israeli strikes reaches 1,045. Regional conflict escalates with casualties reported in Lebanon.
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the assassinated Supreme Leader, emerges as top successor candidate backed by regime loyalists. Assembly of Experts nears decision amid regional escalation.
Iran is reportedly nearing a decision on its next supreme leader, with Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ali Khamenei, emerging as a leading candidate despite never holding elected office.
The United States Embassy in Abuja has issued a critical security alert, advising American citizens to stay indoors due to potential protests linked to the U.S.-Iran conflict, following previous violent clashes in Nigeria.
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The U.S. Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert advising American citizens to stay indoors on March 4, 2026, due to high potential for protests linked to U.S.-Iran tensions.
Donald Trump and his administration push back against claims the US was drawn into conflict by Israel, emphasizing independent decision-making based on intelligence.
Former US President Donald Trump promises military protection for commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, directing financial guarantees to secure global energy shipments amid rising Middle East tensions.
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has issued a security alert warning citizens of potential protests in Abuja on March 4, 2026, linked to the Israel-Iran conflict, advising Americans to remain indoors.
The United States Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments for March 4, 2026, citing high likelihood of protests linked to Iran tensions. Applicants will be contacted for rescheduling.
Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz has threatened to assassinate any Iranian leader chosen to succeed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, specifically targeting Mojtaba Khamenei, the son and favorite for the role, in a bold escalation of regional tensions.
The United Kingdom has announced an unprecedented ban on student visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood cited a 470% surge in asylum claims from these countries since 2021 as the reason for the e
The Pentagon has officially denied any US involvement in the strike that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, attributing the operation to Israel during a Senate hearing.
Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been elected as Iran's new Supreme Leader following his father's death in a US-Israel strike. The attack, Operation Epic Fury, killed over 700 and sparked regional missile launches and escalati
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The Strait of Hormuz, carrying 20% of world oil shipments, faces disruption from US-Iran tensions. Recent attacks have already slowed traffic, risking global energy crisis as experts warn of price spikes.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms UK military deployment including counter-drone helicopters and HMS Dragon to Cyprus following drone attack on RAF Akrotiri, amid regional tensions.
US and Israeli airstrikes have destroyed a building in Tehran where senior Iranian clerics were meeting to select a new supreme leader. President Trump declared it 'too late' for negotiations as Iranian drones retaliated against Gulf targets.
France has deployed Dassault Rafale fighter jets to secure its military installations in the UAE against Iranian drone attacks, following recent strikes in the region.
Nigerian pilgrims face cancellations as major airlines suspend services to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj due to escalating Iran-US tensions, though Saudi airspace remains open for now.
Former US President Donald Trump publicly criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his handling of recent US-Israeli military action against Iran, stating the longstanding alliance has weakened. Starmer defended his cautious approach, citing legal an
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NIDCOM refutes false claims about no distress calls from Nigerians in Middle East, confirming enquiries from citizens in Qatar, UAE, and Iran about evacuation amid Iran-US conflict.
The International Atomic Energy Agency has officially confirmed physical damage to Iran's Natanz nuclear facility following recent military operations, though no radiological consequences were detected.
Iran's Foreign Ministry alleges the US and Israel committed war crimes by deliberately targeting schools and hospitals, with over 160 students reportedly killed in Minab.
Suspected Iranian drones hit the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, causing damage as the conflict expands regionally. President Trump promises a US response soon while evacuations and energy disruptions escalate.
The Iranian Red Crescent confirms at least 555 fatalities from U.S.-Israeli strikes across 131 cities, as emergency teams respond to the humanitarian crisis.
A young man's X post declaring Iran as the victor in the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel has ignited intense online discussions and diverse reactions from social media users worldwide.
A Nigerian serving in the US military sparked online debate by labeling US attacks in Sokoto and Iran as gifts from President Trump, calling him generous.
UK Cabinet minister Darren Jones insists the UK-US alliance remains strong operationally despite President Trump's public criticism over Britain's initial refusal to join strikes on Iran. Prime Minister Starmer cited lessons from Iraq in his decision-maki
An Iranian-American woman sparked online debate by sharing mixed emotions about reports of Ali Khamenei's death in a US-Israeli airstrike, arguing foreign intervention isn't liberation.
As the Israel-Iran conflict intensifies, focus shifts to nuclear weapons with nine countries possessing them. Russia and the US hold over 90% of global warheads, raising global instability concerns.
A viral video shows Iranians in Boston celebrating a US-Israel attack on Iran, with banners urging Trump to 'finish the regime' and controversial flag-stepping sparking online debate.