Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Middle East

March 2, 2026

China seeks end to Iran’s strikes against Gulf countries

China stated that the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of all Gulf countries should also be fully respected.

Xi Jinping
March 2, 2026

Türkiye bans short selling on stock market amid regional conflict

Turkey’s capital markets regulator on Monday temporarily banned short selling in the equity markets of Borsa Istanbul.

Turkey stock market
March 2, 2026

America issues security alert to U.S. citizens in Nigeria amid Iran’s retaliatory attacks

The American government has issued a security alert to its citizens in Nigeria amid Iran’s retaliatory attacks.

Pro-Khamenei’s protesters in Iran
March 1, 2026

UK flights to, from Middle East remain suspended until Monday, airlines say

Etihad Airways advised passengers booked to travel before or on March 5 to rebook on an alternate flight or request a refund.

Etihad Airways
March 1, 2026

Ghana activates plan to evacuate nationals from Middle East amid U.S.-Israel war on Iran

The ministry on Sunday said assessments are underway to determine the evacuation needs of Ghanaian citizens.

January 19, 2026

IMF projects 3.3% global growth in 2026, with Nigeria at 4.4%

The IMF said that, among advanced economies, growth was projected at 1.8 per cent in 2026 and 1.7 per cent in 2027.

International Monetary Fund (IMF)
January 16, 2026

China urges U.S. to abandon use of force against Iran

The Chinese envoy added that no country has the power to dictate another’s future and that no action that defies international law can be tolerated.

Sun Lei, the charge d’affaires of China’s permanent mission to the United Nations
November 18, 2025

Hamas-Israel War: UN Security Council adopts Trump’s plan for Gaza; China, Russia abstain

Resolution 2803 (2025) received 13 votes in favour and none against, with permanent members China and Russia abstaining.

United Nations Security Council
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
November 3, 2025

Nicki Minaj to address UN conference over killing of Christians in Nigeria: U.S. Ambassador

The invitation came days after Nicki Minaj hailed Mr Trump’s decision to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern over alleged Christian genocide.

Nicki Minaj