Officials in Japan have issued a warning about an elevated risk of a significant earthquake in the coming week following a powerful 7.7 magnitude quake that struck off the northeast coast. This seismic event prompted evacuation orders and raised concerns about potential tsunami waves reaching heights of 3 meters.Thousands of
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US Blocks Strait of Hormuz After Failed Iran Talks, Global Oil Risks Rise
Following unsuccessful negotiations with Iran, the United States implemented significant measures on Monday by imposing a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for the global energy market.Experts caution that the intricate nature of the strait and potential repercussions for U.S. interests may render a complete blockade difficult
Netanyahu’s Easter Message Amid Rising Israel-Iran Tensions
On April 5, 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended heartfelt Easter greetings to Christians in Israel, the United States, and around the world.In a post on X, Netanyahu expressed, “To our Christian friends in Israel, the United States, and globally, we wish you a blessed and joyful Easter.” He
Former Nepal PM Arrested Following Deadly Crackdown on Protests
KATHMANDU – In a significant development that has sent shockwaves through Nepal’s political landscape, former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was arrested on Saturday on charges related to a violent government crackdown on protests last year that left more than 70 people dead. The arrest marks the first time a
Kenya Evacuates 15 Nationals from Iran Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict
The government successfully evacuated 15 Kenyan nationals from Iran through Türkiye as tensions in the Middle East escalate. The evacuees are scheduled to arrive in Nairobi in the early hours of Sunday, March 22, 2026.In a statement released on Saturday, March 21, 2026, the State Department for Diaspora Affairs detailed
Ali Larijani Killed: Israeli Strike Deepens Iran Leadership Crisis
The recent Israeli airstrike that resulted in the death of Iran's security chief, Ali Larijani, has eliminated one of the Islamic Republic's most seasoned and influential policymakers at a pivotal juncture. Though not a military commander, Larijani played a crucial role in shaping Iran's strategic decisions. As secretary of the Supreme
Drones, Hit US Embassy in Baghdad Amid Escalating Tensions
Drones and rockets have targeted the U.S. embassy in Baghdad, marking what officials describe as "the most intense assault" since the onset of attacks.The United Arab Emirates has reopened its airspace after previously closing it in response to missile and drone threats from Iran.U.S. President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with
Trump Faces Domestic Backlash Over Iran War Decisions
No recent U.S. president has entered a military conflict with as little public support as Donald Trump has for the ongoing Iran war. Unlike interventions such as Barack Obama’s 2011 Libyan campaign, which began with 60% public approval, polls indicate clear majorities of Americans oppose the strikes on Iran. Analysts
Russian Missile Strike in Kharkiv Kills 10, Injures 16
A Russian missile struck a five-storey residential building in Kharkiv on Saturday, killing at least 10 people, including two children, and injuring 16 others, officials reported. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the assault and urged an international response. He noted that Russia launched 29 missiles and 480 drones overnight, targeting energy
Apostle Kimani Recounts Being Stranded in Dubai War
Apostle Kimani, a preacher at Kingdom Seekers Church, has narrated the frightening experience of being stranded in Dubai during rising tensions between Israel and Iran. The preacher was among travellers who could not return home after flights were disrupted following the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. Travel plans