A Panama-flagged oil tanker has been struck by two explosive devices attached to its hull in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a fire in its engine room and raising fresh concerns over the safety of commercial shipping in one of the world’s most strategically important waterways. According to maritime security sources cited by Reuters, the […]
US President Donald Trump has intensified his criticism of California’s election system, describing the state’s elections as “extremely corrupt” after a federal judge rejected his administration’s attempt to prevent the counting of approximately 20,000 disputed ballots. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Trump criticised the court ruling and vowed that his administration would appeal the decision, […]
China’s ruling Communist Party has pledged to intensify its long-running anti-corruption campaign under President Xi Jinping, reaffirming its commitment to tighter internal discipline and stronger oversight of government and party officials. The renewed commitment follows the conclusion of the Communist Party’s Fifth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee, held in Beijing from October 26 […]
Washington Targets Rwanda’s Defence Ministry and a Financial Institution, Accusing Kigali of Supporting M23 Rebels The United States has imposed sanctions on Rwanda’s Ministry of Defence over the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), intensifying pressure on Kigali as diplomatic efforts to end the fighting continue to face challenges. Announced on […]
Israel’s parliamentary election has ended without a clear path to a governing majority, leaving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot facing complex coalition negotiations. The political uncertainty has been compounded by allegations of voter fraud and foreign interference, claims that election officials say have not been substantiated. The final vote count gives […]
Scott Bessent Says Washington’s “Operation Economic Outcast” Is Restricting Tehran’s Access to Funds and Pressuring Its Regional Allies U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Iran is facing mounting economic pressure as Washington intensifies sanctions aimed at cutting off the country’s access to international finance and limiting its ability to fund its military and regional allies. […]
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has announced that she will step down early from her position, saying she wants greater freedom to speak publicly about issues beyond monetary policy. Lagarde made the announcement on Thursday, October 29, confirming that she will leave the central bank on February 7, 2027, rather than completing her […]
Get ready for two powerful days of the October Global Prayer and Fasting with Rev. Dr. Chris Oyakhilome, DSc, DSc, DD, beginning today 29th October to 30th October 2026. Christians from around the world will unite in intercessory prayer and the study of God’s Word, seeking His guidance for our lives, nations and the world. […]
US President Donald Trump has announced that a meeting involving Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will be arranged soon, expressing optimism about efforts to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. Trump said Washington was making progress in its efforts to resolve the conflict, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion of […]
Germany is seeking closer trade cooperation with Japan as tensions over economic security and China’s global influence shape relations between major industrial powers. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on Japan to support closer trade cooperation, as China urges Berlin to take a “rational” approach to its relationship with Beijing. The diplomatic exchanges highlight growing […]