middle east conflict

Summary A growing number of international airlines have cancelled, suspended, or rerouted flights to and over the Middle East following coordinated US and Israeli military strikes on Iran, which triggered widespread airspace closures across the region. Major carriers including Air France-KLM...

The digest: The Federal Government has issued a safety advisory to Nigerians residing in Iran and neighbouring Gulf countries following escalating military actions in the Middle East. In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government assured citizens of its commitment to their...

The digest: Global crude oil prices have surged to $72 per barrel, the highest level since July 2025, as escalating military conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran threatens regional stability. Brent crude closed at $72.87 on Friday, while US West Texas Intermediate finished at $67.02...

Image Credit: Hugo Breyer The Digest: A significant geopolitical shift is underway as Western nations take a decisive stand on Middle East peace. In a seemingly coordinated move, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia have formally recognized Palestine as an independent state, a major step...

The Digest: A UN human rights expert has issued a stark condemnation of Israel’s military actions in Gaza, accusing it of intentionally killing journalists to conceal evidence of genocide. Irene Khan, the UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression, stated that the war has become the...

The Digest: Israel has confirmed an airstrike on Qatar’s capital, Doha, targeting senior Hamas officials in a residential area. The attack marks a significant escalation in the regional conflict, drawing sharp condemnation from Qatar as a “flagrant violation of international laws.” Key...