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Iran

January 10, 2026

Iran govt must stop violent clampdown on protesters, restore internet access: UN

The nationwide protests sparked by the economic crisis have lingered for 14 days, with at least 65 killed and over 2,000 arrested.

United Nations
January 10, 2026

U.S. ready to help Iran get ‘freedom,’ says Trump

Mr Trump said, “Iran is looking at freedom, perhaps like never before. The USA stands ready to help!!!”

U.S. President Donald
January 10, 2026

We’re behind you, U.S. assures Iranian protesters

“The United States supports the brave people of Iran,” Mr Rubio posted on Saturday as protests rock Iran.

Iranian protesters
January 10, 2026

Kemi Badenoch urges protesting Iranians to end Islamic govt; accuses Ayatollah’s regime of exporting terrorism to countries

Ms Badenoch said, “Now the regime is doing what authoritarian governments always do when they are afraid: trying to silence the truth.”

Iranian protesters
January 9, 2026

Iran must show restraint against protesters, French diplomatic source says

“I have let them know that if they start killing people, which they tend to do during their riots … we’re going to hit them very hard,” Mr Trump said.

January 7, 2026

Dozens killed, thousands arrested as Iranians continue protests

Amnesty International has condemned Iranian security forces for aviolent clampdown on protesters, resulting in deaths and injuries.

Protesting Iranians
January 5, 2026

China, Russia exploiting Venezuela’s oil like Nigerian resources, others: U.S.

The UK and French governments have lauded Mr Trump’s action, describing Mr Maduro as an illegitimate leader.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
January 1, 2026

Israel ready to support U.S. fight against Christian persecution in Nigeria, other countries: Netanyahu

Mr Netanyahu said that Israel would join and lend support to the U.S. to protect Christians across the globe.

Benjamin Netanyahu
December 12, 2025

England, Argentina to participate in Port Harcourt International Polo tournament

Agbodjan said the tournament, with the theme ‘United by the Game’, aims to deepen unity and inclusiveness among the participating countries.

2026 International Polo tournament
November 11, 2025

President Ahmed al-Sharaa: First Syrian head of state to visit White House

“He comes from a very tough place, and he’s a tough guy. I like him,” said Mr Trump, heaping praise on Mr al-Sharaa.

al-Sharaa with Trump