Iran Adjusts Shipping Policy in Strategic Waterway IRAN has allowed selected Chinese vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant development in the geopolitics of one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes. Reports indicate that the move follows new maritime protocols introduced by Iranian authorities, requiring foreign vessels to comply […]
By IKHIDE R IKHELOA A Budget Built on Trade-Offs A sweeping fiscal proposal linked to Donald Trump has ignited debate over the future of U.S. public spending, as plans to fund a $1.5 trillion military budget appear tied to deep cuts across social, economic, and scientific programmes. The proposed reallocation reflects a broader shift in priorities—one […]
A Sermon That Echoed Beyond the Vatican ON Palm Sunday at St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV delivered a message that has since reverberated far beyond the Catholic world. Addressing tens of thousands, he framed war not just as a political failure but as a moral contradiction to the teachings of Christ. Quoting the biblical […]
Iran Issues Strong Warning Over Naval Deployments IRAN has warned that any military presence by France or the United Kingdom in or around the Strait of Hormuz would trigger a “decisive and immediate response” from its armed forces, marking a sharp escalation in already heightened regional tensions. The warning was issued by Deputy Foreign Minister […]
Netanyahu Declares Iran Conflict ‘Not Over’ BENJAMIN Netanyahu has declared that the ongoing conflict involving Iran cannot be considered over until Tehran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium is removed and its nuclear infrastructure dismantled. Speaking during a televised interview, the Israeli leader argued that although Iran’s military and nuclear capabilities had been weakened, critical elements […]
Germany Signals Concern Over Escalating Crisis GERMAN Chancellor Friedrich Merz has voiced strong concern over the ongoing geopolitical standoff involving the United States and Iran, warning that the situation is not only damaging Western unity but also placing significant strain on the global economy. His comments highlight a growing divergence between Washington and European capitals […]
Foundation tasks newly appointed envoy with driving intelligence-led strategies and strengthening global partnerships. THE United Nations Peace Ambassadors Foundation has announced the appointment of Jude Onochie Nwaukor as its Special Envoy Director for Security, Defence and Intelligence, marking a significant addition to its leadership structure. The foundation said the appointment reflects its commitment to engaging […]
Trump’s Claim of Iran’s “Supreme Leader Offer” Deepens Information War Around Middle East Conflict Contradictory Narratives Emerge Amid Escalating Regional War FRESH controversy has erupted in the already volatile Middle East conflict after Donald Trump claimed that Iran secretly offered to make him the country’s next Supreme Leader — a statement Iranian officials have flatly […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran could persist for another two to three weeks, underscoring uncertainty over the trajectory of hostilities. Speaking during a radio interview, Trump suggested that time pressure was not a major concern for Washington, hinting at confidence in the current military […]
Iran, Global Shipping Fees, and the Politics of Maritime Control A renewed geopolitical debate has emerged following remarks attributed to Iran’s foreign policy establishment highlighting the economics of global maritime chokepoints and questioning long-standing perceptions of Iran’s role in the Strait of Hormuz. The argument places Iran’s policy of not directly charging transit fees for […]