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Diplomacy
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US Demands Public Iranian Commitment to Halt Strait of Hormuz Attacks
The United States is pressuring Iran to publicly guarantee safe passage for commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, linking the move to ongoing negotiations aimed at resolving recent military escalations.
July 11, 2026
Regional powers accelerate mediation to stabilize US-Iran relations
Regional mediators led by Qatar are conducting urgent talks between US and Iranian officials to stabilize a fragile truce and prevent further escalation.
July 10, 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service Ends Third-Party Visa Operations in the US
The Nigeria Immigration Service has stopped using third-party providers for US visa applications, requiring travelers to deal directly with Nigerian diplomatic missions.
July 10, 2026
Nigeria Immigration Service terminates OIS Services contract for US visa operations
The Nigeria Immigration Service has severed ties with OIS Services regarding US visa processing, requiring applicants to visit embassies and consulates directly.
July 9, 2026
Nigerian Lawmakers Demand Re-evaluation of Ties With South Africa Amid Xenophobic Violence
Nigerian representatives are pushing for a review of diplomatic ties with South Africa following a series of deadly xenophobic attacks against their citizens.
July 9, 2026
Iran and Qatar advocate for diplomatic solutions amid regional instability
Iranian and Qatari officials have called for increased diplomatic intervention to manage rising military tensions between Tehran and Washington.
July 9, 2026
Liberia Affirms Deep Gratitude for Nigeria’s Enduring Friendship
Liberia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Ethel Davis, reaffirms her country's lasting appreciation for Nigeria's historical support while both nations seek to deepen economic and diplomatic ties.
July 9, 2026
Tehran calls in UK envoy over stabbing claims
Iran summoned the British ambassador to dispute claims that it orchestrated a knife attack on a London-based journalist after two men were jailed for the assault.
July 9, 2026
Foreign Affairs Committee proposes veto power over political ambassador picks following Mandelson investigation
A parliamentary committee is seeking the authority to veto political diplomatic appointments after finding the vetting process for Lord Mandelson's ambassadorship was critically flawed and poorly documented.
July 9, 2026
Sir Keir Starmer maintains communication with Donald Trump following his tenure
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to keep in contact with US President Donald Trump despite previous diplomatic tensions.
July 8, 2026