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Iran

Also known as: Tehran

2026-04-242026-07-29

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Omune’s career has also included spells at KCB, Nairobi Stima, Muhoroni Youth, and Kariobangi Sharks, while he has earned five caps for Harambee Stars since making his debut against Iran in March 2023.

    Homecoming beckons as Victor Omune nears Mathare United move
  3. Citizen Digital

    Trump says US 'not finished at all' with Iran By AFP July 22, 2026 05:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter US President Donald Trump arrives from the Blue Room to speak about the Iran war from the Cross Hall

    Trump says US 'not finished at all' with Iran
  4. The Standard

    "We will continue mobilising our political and diplomatic efforts to secure a complete Israeli withdrawal from the south," he said in Zawtar al-Gharbiya.Israeli forces were previously present on the outskirts of the village following the war with Iran-backed Hezbollah.

    Lebanon PM says Beirut working for 'complete Israeli withdrawal'
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeMembers of the Iranian Kurdish opposition Komala party during the funeral of nine Peshmerga fighters at the Sheikh Ahmed Hindi cemetery in Sulaymaniyah, northern Iraq on July 19, 2026.

    Iran targets US military assets as Houthis threaten to expand Mideast war
  6. Citizen Digital

    Yemen's Houthis declare maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia By AFP July 20, 2026 10:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announced a maritime embargo of Saudi Arabi

    Yemen's Houthis declare maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia
  7. Citizen Digital

    Unpredictable energy prices due to the US-Iran war and a volatile American president in Donald Trump also threaten to buffet his premiership.

    Andy Burnham set to take over as new British PM
  8. Citizen Digital

    Israel warns will respond to any Iran attack with 'full force' By AFP July 19, 2026 10:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gives a press conference in Jerusalem on M

    Israel warns will respond to any Iran attack with 'full force'
  9. Citizen Digital

    Iran announces execution of two anti-govt protesters By AFP July 19, 2026 04:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mourners wave a national flag as the gather to pay tribute to Iran's slain supreme leader Ayat

    Iran announces execution of two anti-govt protesters
  10. Citizen Digital

    US renews strikes on Iran after two military personnel killed by Iranian attack By AFP July 19, 2026 07:59 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The U.S.

    US renews strikes on Iran after two military personnel killed by Iranian attack
  11. Citizen Digital

    Lebanon's president departs for Washington to meet Trump By AFP July 19, 2026 05:59 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter US President Donald Trump has faced spiralling defence costs since the start of the Iran w

    Lebanon's president departs for Washington to meet Trump

Monday 27 July

  1. FIFA president defends World Cup against critics

    FIFA president Gianni Infantino has responded to World Cup critics in an open letter, claiming they were "spreading hate and false rumours" and arguing the tournament delivered "only joy and happiness" despite controversies over ticket pricing and visa issues.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Iran halts retaliatory strikes as Trump opens space for talks

    Iran and the United States have halted missile strikes after fighting over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump's UN envoy said the president is giving negotiations "a little bit of room" while forces remain ready, and Iran's army spokesman confirmed Tehran has halted retaliatory operations.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. FIFA president defends World Cup against critics

    FIFA president Gianni Infantino dismissed World Cup critics in an open letter, saying they were "spreading hate and false rumours" while the tournament delivered "only joy and happiness" marked by 100% safety and security. The tournament faced pre-competition controversies including high ticket prices, visa issues, and geopolitical tensions across the three host nations.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 July

  1. Iran, Oman advance talks on Hormuz Strait shipping security

    Iran said it made progress in talks with Oman on managing the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on principles and mechanisms for safe shipping passage while respecting the two states' sovereign rights. The discussions follow recent US attacks on Iran and a June memorandum aimed at easing tensions over control of the strategic waterway.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Dubai real estate prices fall as Middle East war dampens demand

    Dubai's property market has cooled following the outbreak of Middle East conflict in late February, with rents falling despite the city's earlier rapid growth. Some residents have capitalized on lower prices to upgrade to larger, better-located apartments at reduced cost, though the city's image as a safe destination has been damaged by attacks on iconic sites.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. Trump faces midterm reckoning 100 days before vote

    With 100 days until the US midterm elections, Republicans face polling suggesting losses in the House of Representatives, while Trump's administration contends with low presidential approval ratings, high living costs, and an ongoing war with Iran affecting energy markets.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 July

  1. Trump warns Russia, China against selling arms to Iran

    U.S. President Trump warned China and Russia against selling weapons to Iran, saying he believes assurances from Xi Jinping and Putin that they are not currently doing so. The warning comes amid reports that Washington is investigating whether Moscow and Beijing are providing Iran with targeting information following strikes on U.S. bases.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Netanyahu to meet Trump at White House on Tuesday

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday and attend the funeral service for Senator Lindsey Graham, according to Netanyahu's office. The visit comes amid occasional public disagreements between the two leaders over handling of the war with Iran.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Zelensky to meet Trump at White House on Tuesday

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, a White House official said, amid efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. US–Saudi nuclear deal raises proliferation risks without safeguards

    A US–Saudi Arabia civilian nuclear agreement has sparked concerns over proliferation risks, as US media reported the deal would allow technology exports without the usual safeguards preventing military use. The agreement has not been approved by Congress and Saudi Arabia has not responded to US conditions including normalisation with Israel.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 July

  1. Trump ties US-Saudi nuclear deal to Israel normalization

    The US and Saudi Arabia signed a civilian nuclear program agreement, but President Trump announced hours later that approval is conditional on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords—which would require normalizing relations with Israel, a position Saudi Arabia says it will not accept as a precondition.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Oil prices hit $100 amid Middle East tensions

    Oil prices surged to $100 a barrel as Tehran-backed Houthi rebels targeted Red Sea shipping and U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military strikes in return. Saudi Arabia's use of the Red Sea as an alternative export route faces disruption, potentially removing more oil from the market.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Israel calls Saudi normalization historic step toward Mideast peace

    Netanyahu's office stated that Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords would represent a historic advancement for Middle East peace, following a US-Saudi nuclear deal that President Trump said would be conditional on Saudi normalization with Israel.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. US and Saudi Arabia sign civilian nuclear program deal

    The United States has announced a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia to establish a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting the agreement includes safeguards against non-proliferation. The deals were signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Iran executes man linked to January protests, judiciary reports

    Iran executed Mehdi Khaneki on charges connected to January nationwide protests, according to the Iranian judiciary's Mizan news agency and an opposition group. The NCRI said Khaneki was hanged on charges of membership in the PMOI and participation in protests in Karaj, while Mizan cited "operational actions" benefiting Israel and the US.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. US and Russian diplomats meet on Ukraine war in Manila

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in Manila on the sidelines of an ASEAN summit to discuss the Ukraine war and US-Russia relations, with both officials expressing openness to dialogue despite stalled peace efforts.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. UK withdraws remaining diplomats from Iran amid conflict escalation

    Britain has withdrawn its remaining diplomatic staff from Iran due to security concerns arising from escalating conflict between Iran and the United States, with the Foreign Office saying the embassy continues to operate remotely. The withdrawal follows an earlier June staff withdrawal and comes after Israeli air strikes on Iran.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard

  5. ASEAN urges open straits amid US-Iran conflict economic fallout

    ASEAN foreign ministers called for freedom of navigation in international straits, including the Strait of Hormuz, as they concluded meetings overshadowed by the US-Iran war. The regional bloc's joint communique emphasized self-restraint in the Middle East conflict, which has caused energy shortages and price spikes throughout Southeast Asia.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard

  6. Six candidates compete to succeed Guterres as UN Secretary-General

    Four women and two men are running to become the next UN Secretary-General, with Rafael Grossi of Argentina (current head of the UN nuclear watchdog), Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Maria Fernanda Espinosa of Ecuador, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica, Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett of Guyana, and Macky Sall of Senegal among the contenders. The Security Council's five permanent members—the US, Britain, China, France, and Russia—have veto power over the selection.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard

  7. Trump pledges US bombing of Iranian infrastructure for Gulf attacks

    President Trump vowed that the United States will bomb Iranian bridges or power plants each time Tehran fires at ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including facilities near Tehran. The threat came as Trump prepared to receive the remains of three US troops killed in Iranian attacks on American military facilities in the Gulf.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Victor Omune nears Mathare United return on free transfer

    Former AFC Leopards captain Victor Omune is on the verge of joining Mathare United on a free transfer ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, marking an emotional homecoming to where he began his development through the Mathare Youth Sports Association structure.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Trump warns of imminent US strikes on Iran nuclear site

    President Donald Trump said Tuesday the US is far from finished with Iran and warned the next military target could be Pickaxe Mountain, a deeply buried nuclear site near Natanz where Western intelligence suspects Iran is building an undeclared enrichment facility. Trump estimated it would take Iran more than 20 years to rebuild from current damage.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Lebanon PM says working toward complete Israeli withdrawal

    Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday his government is working toward a "complete Israeli withdrawal" from areas Israel occupies. His statement came during a visit to a southern village where Lebanon's army recently deployed under a US-sponsored agreement that requires Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah and Israel to withdraw from pilot zones.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Iran attacks US military assets amid widening Middle East conflict

    Iran's Revolutionary Guards targeted US radar and air defence installations in the Gulf on Tuesday and warned of "more decisive and powerful" attacks to come, as Houthi rebels in Yemen blockaded Saudi ports and the conflict threatened to widen. The strikes followed US attacks on Iranian military positions and deaths of at least three US soldiers in recent days.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 20 July

  1. Yemen's Houthis announce maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia

    Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announced a maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, stepping up tensions as the rebels threatened the top oil exporter's ability to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. The blockade, if enforced, could strain Saudi Arabia's economy by cutting off Red Sea port access and hurt global markets reliant on Saudi crude exports.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Andy Burnham becomes Britain's sixth PM since 2016

    Andy Burnham is set to become British prime minister on Monday, taking over from Keir Starmer after the Labour leader served just two years in office. The 56-year-old was asked by King Charles III to form the next government and plans to signal a break from years of political turmoil.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 19 July

  1. Israel vows full-force response to any Iranian attack

    Israel's defence minister said his country would respond powerfully to any attack by Iran, after Israeli and Jordanian forces intercepted an Iranian missile launched towards Aqaba. The military chief also vowed to retaliate with "determination" if Iran attacked Israel.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Iran executes two men over anti-government protest violence

    Iran's judiciary announced the execution by hanging of Erfan Esfandiari and Gol-Mohammad Mohammadi on Sunday. The men were convicted of assaulting police officers and videotaping the incident during anti-government protests that began in December over economic grievances and intensified in January.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. US completes eighth night of strikes on Iran

    The U.S. carried out an eighth straight night of attacks against Iran after two U.S. military personnel were killed in Jordan and another went missing following an Iranian attack. The strikes, directed by President Donald Trump, targeted Iranian military coastal surveillance and air defence facilities to degrade Iran's ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Lebanese president travels to Washington to meet Trump

    Lebanese President Joseph Aoun departed Beirut for Washington to meet Donald Trump and discuss the situation in Lebanon, strengthening the ceasefire in the south, and Israel's withdrawal from Lebanese regions. This is the first trip to Washington by a Lebanese head of state since Michel Sleiman's visit in 2009.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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