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Iran blocks regional oil exports following United States airstrikes
Iran has halted oil exports through the Persian Gulf to protest U.S. airstrikes, while conflict intensifies between the Houthis and Saudi-backed forces.
July 14, 2026
Nigeria and the United States Strengthen Security Alliance Against Terrorism
Nigeria and the U.S. have renewed their commitment to collaborative defense strategies to address terrorism and regional security concerns during a high-level meeting in Abuja.
July 14, 2026
Strait of Hormuz tensions intensify as US-Iran accord falters
The tentative truce between Washington and Tehran is fracturing, with the critical Strait of Hormuz at the center of a deepening diplomatic and military standoff.
July 14, 2026
US Initiates Iran Strikes and Plans Naval Blockade of Hormuz
The United States has launched new strikes against Iran and plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Iranian retaliatory attacks on regional allies and escalating tensions despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.
July 14, 2026
Nigerian Military Clarifies Origins of Electronic Intelligence Shared with US Forces
The Nigerian military has clarified that electronic intelligence provided to the US was shared through official cooperation channels, refuting claims that it was seized by American forces during combat.
July 14, 2026
US conducts third round of airstrikes targeting Iranian positions
For the third night in a row, the US military launched airstrikes against Iran, as President Trump warns of additional action amid ongoing tensions regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
July 14, 2026
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to discuss Iran influence with President Trump
Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi visits Washington to discuss economic growth and security amid ongoing U.S.-Iran regional tensions.
July 14, 2026
United States Initiates Aggressive Strategy to Counter International Criminal Court
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a multi-faceted U.S. campaign to oppose the International Criminal Court, citing concerns over American sovereignty and the unfair targeting of U.S. personnel.
July 13, 2026
Iran Suspends Traffic Through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has indefinitely closed the Strait of Hormuz following an incident involving a commercial vessel, citing a need to counter American regional interference.
July 12, 2026
Conflicting claims over Strait of Hormuz closure follow intense US-Iran strikes
Iran has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the US military to deploy forces and insist that the vital shipping lane remains open following a series of retaliatory strikes across the region.
July 12, 2026