Thursday, June 18, 2026

Lebanon

May 12, 2026

Bangladesh decries nationals’ death after Israeli drone strike in Lebanon

Earlier in April this year, another Bangladeshi migrant worker was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut.

Lebanon
May 11, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Closure: Trump dismisses Iran’s offer as oil prices surge

Oil prices surged by $4 a barrel on Monday, before slipping back slightly.

President Donald Trump
April 24, 2026
European Union
April 21, 2026
Crucifix
April 18, 2026

Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz again over U.S. blockade

Reports say Iranian gunboats opened fire on a merchant vessel attempting to pass.

Ships awaiting to pass the Strait of Hormuz
March 29, 2026

Hundreds mourn three journalists killed in Lebanon by Israeli strike

Hezbollah denounced the strike as a “deliberate criminal targeting of journalists.”

Ravaged Lebanon
March 17, 2026

China announces emergency humanitarian aid for Middle East countries

The Chinese government has announced plans to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq amid worsening humanitarian conditions linked to ongoing regional conflict

Chinese flag
March 14, 2026

Six dead, 141 including Nigerians injured as Iran fires multiple missiles at UAE

The ministry reaffirmed its preparedness to deal with any threats and safeguard its national interests.

Smoke plumes from missiles attack on UAE
March 13, 2026

Israeli-Hezbollah War: Australia orders non-essential officials to leave Lebanon

A small number of Australian officials would remain in the country to provide consular support to Australians.

Israeli strikes on Lebanon
March 12, 2026

Hezbollah announces new military campaign as Israel strikes Beirut

Hezbollah said late Wednesday that its new campaign, named ‘Eaten Straw’, was launched in response to Israeli attacks.

HEZBOLLAH MILITANTS (credit: council on foreign relations)