Iran Asserts Control Over Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions 🌊⚡
Iran maintains control over the vital Strait of Hormuz as tensions with the U.S. escalate, impacting global oil markets and regional security dynamics.
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🌍 War in Iran Shakes Global Markets: Strait of Hormuz Crisis Deepens
The closure of Iran’s Strait of Hormuz disrupts global energy markets, triggering inflation fears and emergency government responses worldwide.
US Judge Halts Plan to End Protections for Somali Immigrants 🇸🇴⚖️
A US judge blocks the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Somali immigrants, delaying deportation risks for 1,100 people amid ongoing legal battles.
Benin Launches Repatriation Plan for Citizens in Gulf 🌍✈️
Benin’s government facilitates the return of nationals from Kuwait, UAE, and Bahrain via Saudi Arabia. Registration now open for emergency visas. ✈️
Israel Declares Iran Conflict in ‘Decisive Phase’ as Strikes Intensify 🌍💥
Israel warns the Iran conflict has entered a critical stage as strikes hit US embassy in Baghdad and UAE energy sites, escalating regional tensions and global economic concerns. 🌏🔥
IDF Claims Fifth Quds Force Commander Killed in Ongoing Operation
IDF announces fifth Quds Force commander killed in ‘Operation Roaring Lion,’ escalating tensions in the Middle East as of March 2026.
France and CAR Rebuild Ties After 8-Year Chill 🌍🤝
French FM Jean-Noël Barrot announces restored diplomatic relations with CAR after an 8-year hiatus, signaling a new chapter in bilateral cooperation.
Iran’s IRGC Launches Major Strikes on US Bases in Region 🚨💥
Iran’s IRGC conducts major missile and drone strikes on US bases, asserts control over critical Strait of Hormuz. Global energy markets on alert. 🚢⚡
Iran’s Cultural Heritage in Crisis: 56 Sites Damaged in US-Israeli Strikes 🌍🔥
Iran reports 56 cultural sites damaged in US-Israeli strikes, sparking UNESCO’s urgent call for heritage protection. 🌐💔 #CulturalCrisis
Japan’s Record 2026 Budget Passes Lower House Amid Controversy 🗾💸
Japan’s lower house approves record ¥122.31 trillion FY2026 budget amid criticism over rushed deliberations and rising defense spending. What’s next? 🗳️