EU Chief: Russia Gains as Middle East Tensions Divert Global Focus 🌍⚡
EU Council President Antonio Costa warns Middle East conflicts are diverting attention from Ukraine, allowing Russia to gain strategically. Calls for urgent negotiations.
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Iran Detains 30 Spies Linked to US, Israel: State Media 🕵️♂️🌍
Iran’s intelligence ministry arrests 30 alleged spies linked to the US, Israel, and Gulf nations, escalating regional tensions. 🕵️♂️🌍
Nigeria Cracks Down on Multinational Tax Loopholes 💼🌍
Nigeria’s 2025 Tax Act targets multinational firms by closing royalty deduction loopholes, aiming to boost revenue and curb profit shifting. 💰📈
UN Defies South Sudan Military Order, Vows to Protect Civilians in Akobo 🌍✊
UN refuses to leave Akobo despite South Sudan’s military order, prioritizing civilian safety amid escalating conflict. 🛑✊
South Africa Deploys Troops to Combat Crime Hotspots 🚨
President Ramaphosa deploys soldiers to high-crime areas in South Africa under Operation Prosper, costing over $5 million until April 2026. 🚔💥
US Prepares ‘Most Intense’ Strikes on Iran as Tensions Soar in 2026
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces ‘most intense’ strikes on Iran in 2026, escalating tensions. Iran denies missile program destruction, vows retaliation. 🌍✈️
Middle East’s Largest Refinery Shut Down After Drone Attack Sparks Regional Tensions 🌍🔥
The Ruwais refinery, Middle East’s largest, shuts down after a drone attack amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions, impacting global oil markets. 🛢️💥
Tensions Flare on Lebanon-Israel Border as Clashes Intensify 🌍🔥
Fresh clashes erupt along Lebanon-Israel border as Israeli forces advance, sparking intense exchanges with Hezbollah. Tensions escalate amid recent ceasefire violations. 🌍🔥
🏃♂️ Eliud Kipchoge Launches Global Marathon Tour in Cape Town 🌍
Olympic legend Eliud Kipchoge announces historic 7-marathon world tour starting in Cape Town this May, blending elite sport with education and conservation efforts.
Iran Demands Guarantees for Ceasefire Amid Escalating Tensions 🌍✌️
Iran demands guarantees against future aggression for ceasefire as US-Israel conflict escalates. Russia mediates while Tehran rules out direct talks with Washington.