Iran is once again attempting to weaponize geography in the world's most critical energy chokepoint: the Strait of Hormuz.  If Iran were to effectively close the narrow channel linking the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean and the rest of the world, oil prices could skyrocket, causing global economic instability. Over the past 72 hours, Iranian … Continue reading Global Oil Shock Expected as Iran Moves to Close Strait of Hormuz

Former presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi has issued a stern warning to political leaders, criticizing the focus on the 2027 elections while violence continues to devastate communities across Nigeria. In a statement shared on his official X handle, Obi highlighted the alarming scale of insecurity in the country. He noted that in … Continue reading 2027: Peter Obi Begs Politicians to ‘Stop Politics,’ and Save Nigerians from Hunger, Poverty

Good morning from MEZIESBLOG! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi as the Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC for a new five-year term. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement on Saturday, said … Continue reading Top news from Nigeria today

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert praised President Donald Trump’s announcement of Operation Epic Fury on Newsmax’s “Saturday Report,” calling it a "powerful" display of leadership at what he described as a historic moment. "Couldn’t be more powerful, more leadership than the statement made by President Trump," Olmert said. "He said it all." Olmert said Trump’s decision to launch … Continue reading Fmr Israeli PM Olmert Hails Trump’s Leadership, Powerful Statement Across Middle East

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran violated Iran's sovereignty and targeted the peace of Iranian people, adding he was saddened and concerned. In a speech in Istanbul, Erdogan said Iran's attacks on Gulf countries were also unacceptable, and he warned that without restraint and diplomacy the region risked being … Continue reading Turkey’s Erdogan: US-Israeli Strikes Violate Iran’s Sovereignty

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday that Israel and the United States had begun a joint military campaign targeting Iran's leadership, describing the effort as a bid to eliminate what he called an "existential threat." In a televised address delivered hours after U.S.-led strikes commenced under Operation Epic Fury, Netanyahu said the allies were acting to … Continue reading TOGETHER WE WILL FIGHT: Netanyahu declares commitment to US-led war in Iran

Ahead of the U.S. attack on Iran, President Donald Trump received briefings that not only delivered blunt assessments about the risk of major U.S. casualties but also touted the prospect of a generational shift in the Middle East in favor of U.S. interests, a U.S. official told Reuters. The launch of what the Pentagon called … Continue reading HIGH RISK, HIGH REWARD: Trump speaks after Iran Attack

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said Saturday that Iran had a chance to avoid war and make a deal but is now "suffering the consequences" as a result of a joint Israeli-U.S. military operation targeting the regime's leadership and military assets. For months, the U.S. and Iran were engaged in high-stakes negotiations to reach an … Continue reading Hegseth Blames Iran for ‘Ignoring Peace Offering’

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint Israeli-U.S. airstrikes early Saturday, President Donald Trump said. "Khamenei, one of the most evil people in History, is dead," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. Iranian state media confirmed the Supreme Leader's death. "This is not only Justice for the people of Iran, but … Continue reading Ayatollah Khamenei ‘One of the Most Evil People in History, Is Dead’ – President Trump