18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions

Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctionsTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent said last Thursday that the United States was planning to inflict more economi…

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Why has Trump threatened to bomb Oman – for a second time?

Oman is currently negotiating with Iran over the reopening of the critical Strait of Hormuz, while Iran has repeatedly stated that it will not speak directly to the US. On Monday, …

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Strait of Hormuz Incident Highlights Rising Maritime Tensions

An unidentified projectile has hit a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging the engine room and resulting in a crew casualty. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operati…

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Tensions Escalate as US-Iran MoU Lapses Without Renewal

UPDATE — Aug 18, 05:45 UTC: The new article reports that Iran has nullified a key negotiation deadline in their memorandum of understanding with the United Stat

17 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding expires: How and why it fell apart

UPDATE — Aug 17, 14:45 UTC: The new article highlights Iran's readiness for potential US ground operations as the Memorandum of Understanding expires, sign

17 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

USS Lincoln Deployment Exposes Critical Crew Welfare Concerns

The USS Abraham Lincoln's extended nine-month deployment within the Middle East has surfaced pressing mental health challenges among its crew. Reports indicate suicidal ideations a…

16 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

The post-Hormuz era offers Africa a great opportunity

UPDATE — Aug 16, 12:20 UTC: The new article discusses President Trump's intent to designate the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory, escalating tensions wit

15 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Erdogan says Egypt could join Turkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defence pact

Speaking to Al Jazeera in an exclusive interview, Erdogan said the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement commits signatories to taking unified steps should any one of them come under exter…

15 Aug 2026 · Asia-Pacific

China Eyes Strait of Hormuz Tactics for Taiwan

Recent developments have intensified concerns surrounding China's potential military strategies towards Taiwan. Inspired by Iran's disruption tactics in the Strait of Hormuz, Beiji…

15 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran says no decision yet on a return to talks with the US

“We have not yet made a decision to restart negotiations with the United States,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a post on Telegram on Saturday, reiterating remark…

14 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump's Assertion Over Strait of Hormuz Escalates US-Iran Tensions

In a provocative move, President Donald Trump declared intentions to designate the Strait of Hormuz as a US 'territory'. This announcement comes amidst heightened hostilities with …

14 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Houthis reportedly kill six in first deadly attack since start of Iran war

UPDATE — Aug 14, 23:20 UTC: This article provides an update on the hostilities in Yemen with a new Houthi missile and drone attack on the port city of al-Makha,

11 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump's Compensation Demand Intensifies Iran Strait Negotiations

President Donald Trump has escalated the ongoing negotiations surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by demanding compensation from Iran. This latest move by the United …

11 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump Demands Iran Compensate US War Wounded

UPDATE — Aug 11, 00:40 UTC: The new article highlights the Trump administration's current assurance over the stability of the Strait of Hormuz, which has b

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran changed the rules in Hormuz. The Gulf is changing the rules for Iran

UPDATE — Aug 10, 16:30 UTC: The new article reports on the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has led to a significant rise in oil prices. This de

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Strategic Shift: Trump's Economic Pressure on Iran Amid War

In a marked departure from his previous military threats, U.S. President Donald Trump is now emphasizing economic pressure in the ongoing conflict with Iran, more than 23 weeks int…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Who is Mohsen Rezaei, and how significant is his appointment?

Mohsen Rezaei takes over as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council amid ongoing talks over the Strait of Hormuz, which Tehran has used as leverage during the months-lon…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iranian Demands Heighten Risk, Elevating Oil Prices

Oil prices have surged as Iran's conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz exacerbate uncertainty in global energy markets. Brent crude, the international benchmark, saw an inc…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump Opts for Economic Pressure Over Iran Strikes

United States President Donald Trump has indicated a strategic pivot towards economic pressure rather than military strikes in dealing with Iran. In a recent interview, Trump highl…

09 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran declares prolonged closure of Strait of Hormuz pending US concessions

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps announced that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed pending the United States' compliance with Iran's conditions. Among the demands are the ces…