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How a Mossad intelligence decided signaled Iran attack
Just before 11 a.m. on February 11, a black SUV carrying Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived at the White House. He entered a conference room adjacent to the Oval Office, avoiding journalists’ eyes. U.S. and Israeli officials were gathered…
Oil prices climb to $117/bbl as US softens on Strait of Hormuz
Ziggy Ojiegbe Oil prices held near session highs on Tuesday after President Donald Trump indicated walking back from forcing open the Strait of Hormuz and demanded estranged allies to find their way out of the Hormuz impasse or buy America…
South Africa reverses claim of U.S. pressure over G7 snub
Ziggy Ojiegbe South Africa has walked back earlier claims that the United States pressured France to rescind its invitation to the June G7 summit, easing tensions after days of diplomatic friction. On Thursday, it emerged that Paris had invited Kenya…
Trump floats $750bn deal as Europe scrambles for LNG supplies
Sopuruchi Onwuka Tensions in global energy markets are intensifying as the United States moves to secure a major long-term supply arrangement with the European Union, offering a package of deals that could reach $750 billion through 2028. The proposal, which…
Trump’s threat: Iran says Strait of Hormuz accessible with coordination
Ziggy Ojiegbe Iran is ready to cooperate with the International Maritime Organization to improve maritime safety and protect seafarers in the Gulf, walking back from confrontation with the United States of America which gave 48 hours for the waterway to…
Iran opens talks with countries willing to negotiate sail cargoes across Hormuz
* Blames US-Israel attacks for closure The government of Iran has said countries seeking to move cargo through the Strait of Hormuz should negotiate directly with Tehran for safe passage, as tensions escalate following military actions by the United States…
Trump mobilizing more assets for extended strikes at Iran
President Donald Trump said the U.S. military operation against Iran, dubbed Operation Epic Fury, could last four to five weeks, but defense analysts warn that a prolonged campaign may require Washington to draw on additional assets, including some currently stationed…
Iran bruises neighbors as regime faces Epic Fury of Lion’s Roar
Sopuruchi Onwuka The Iranian military forces have sparked widespread regional tension as they struggle to retaliate military strikes from US forces in the Persian Gulf, pitching the Islamic Republic against neighbors hosting American military bases. The desperate counterstrikes come as…
Participation in Trump’s Gaza Peace Board carries $1bn commitment
Ziggy Ojiegbe Countries seeking permanent seats on a proposed Board of Peace that would govern Gaza would be required to contribute at least $1 billion, under a draft charter for the initiative. United States President Donald Trump would oversee the…
Venezuela to free ‘large number’ of prisoners as Spain prepares to welcome citizens
Trump vows to veto Congress over military action The Venezuelan government has announced plans to release a “large number” of prisoners, including foreign nationals, in what it described as a gesture aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence. The announcement comes days…
