The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has announced a suspension of its attacks on Iranian targets following a newly agreed two-week ceasefire with Tehran. The military said on Wednesday that the decision was taken in accordance with instructions from Israel’s political leadership, adding that forces remain on high alert in case of any breach. The ceasefire…
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed support for the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, while calling on Russia to follow suit by ending its strikes against Ukraine. Writing on X, Zelenskiy reiterated Kyiv’s longstanding position in favour of a ceasefire, emphasising that diplomacy remains the path to resolving conflicts. “It is obvious to everyone…
China has voiced its support for a newly reached ceasefire between Iran and the United States, describing it as a positive step towards easing tensions. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks on Wednesday, commending mediation efforts by countries including Pakistan. The agreement, reached shortly before a deadline imposed by US President Donald Trump,…
The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that it had killed a high-ranking Hezbollah commander in the Lebanese capital, Beirut. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Telegram that it had “eliminated Hajj Yusuf Ismail Hashem, the Hezbollah Southern Front Commander.” The Iran-backed Shiite organisation has not yet commented on the claim, though Lebanese media reported…
The Federal Government has repatriated 1,230 stranded Nigerians from the Republic of Niger, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said. The ministry’s Spokesperson, Mr Kimiebi Ebienfa, said this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. Ebienfa said the returnees arrived in two batches – 708 on March 23 and 522 on March 29. He said…
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Tuesday that it has struck more than 3,000 targets in Iran since its military operation began on Feb. 28. In a statement, the IDF said the strikes are part of ongoing efforts to further degrade Iran’s “core systems and capabilities.” On Monday, dozens of Israeli Air Force fighter…
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson has urged relevant parties in the Middle East crisis to bring an immediate ceasefire and return to peace and dialogue as soon as possible. Spokesperson Lin Jian made the call on Tuesday at a news conference after the U.S. claimed to postpone planned strikes against Iran’s power plants for negotiations. Lin…
The European Union (EU) delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS has announced the roll-out support of 288 million euros to Nigeria’s healthcare, agriculture, finance, migration, climate and digital public infrastructure sectors. The delegation made the announcement at the EU-Nigeria Ministerial news conference in Abuja, to announce the roll-out funds for grant and support for the Nigerian…
China has urged all parties involved in the Middle East conflict, particularly the U.S. and Israel, to cease military operations, warning of a “vicious cycle.’’ “The one who tied the bell must be the one to untie it,” said Chinese special envoy to the Middle East Zhai Jun at a briefing after his shuttle-diplomacy trip…
Pope Leo has sharply criticised the aerial bombardments, saying they are indiscriminate and should be banned. The pope said this on Monday in his latest anti-war comments as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran enters its fourth week. Leo, the first U.S. pope, did not specifically mention the expanding conflict in a meeting with executives and…
