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US Central Command

Also known as: CENTCOM

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  1. May 2026
  2. Exercise Director and General Officer Commanding Central Command, Major General John Nkoimo, said the changing security environment requires EAC partner states to enhance collaboration in safeguarding peace and protecting communities across the region.

    Capital News

    EAC Launches Ushirikiano Imara 2026 Security Exercise in Nairobi
  3. I call that a trifle."US Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a post on X that Iranian forces launched "multiple missiles, drones and small boats" at the three US warships, but none were hit, and that it "eliminated inbound threats and targeted Iranian military facilities responsibl

    The Standard

    US and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile truce
  4. that my Representatives are having very positive discussions with the Country of Iran, and that these discussions could lead to something very positive for all." He made no direct mention of what Tehran described as a 14-point plan "focused on ending the war." US Central Command

    Citizen Digital

    Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships
  5. e that my Representatives are having very positive discussions with the Country of Iran, and that these discussions could lead to something very positive for all."He made no direct mention of what Tehran described as a 14-point plan "focused on ending the war." US Central Command

    The Standard

    Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships
  6. April 2026
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    Citizen Digital

    Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil soaring
  8. Trump is expected to receive a briefing on Thursday on new plans for potential military action in Iran from Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of US Central Command, two sources with knowledge of US planning told news platform Axios.This week Trump has reportedly told oil executives a

    The Standard

    Iran's supreme leader defies US blockade as oil prices soar
Politics

EAC launches 14th regional security exercise in Nairobi

The News

Military, police and civilian personnel from all eight EAC member states gathered in Nairobi for the launch of Ushirikiano Imara 2026, the 14th East African Community Armed Forces Command Post Exercise, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, coordination and collective response to cross-border security threats.

21 hours ago · Capital News

Tuesday 12 May

  1. EAC launches 14th regional security exercise in Nairobi

    Military, police and civilian personnel from all eight EAC member states gathered in Nairobi for the launch of Ushirikiano Imara 2026, the 14th East African Community Armed Forces Command Post Exercise, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, coordination and collective response to cross-border security threats.

    21 hours ago · Capital News

Thursday 7 May

  1. US and Iran exchange fire despite ceasefire in place since April

    US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran initiated April 8 remained in effect despite an Iranian attack on three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz and subsequent US strikes on Iranian military targets in response. The UAE reported its air defences were engaging Iranian missile and drone attacks, while Iran accused the US of violating the truce by attacking ships.

    8 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. US pauses Strait of Hormuz escorts to pursue Iran peace deal

    President Trump announced the US will pause its operation escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress toward a peace agreement with Iran. Secretary of State Rubio said the US has completed offensive operations against Iran while reserving the right to respond to further attacks on shipping.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 3 May

  1. Iran warns US Hormuz escort plan violates ceasefire

    Iran warned Monday that it would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the Mideast ceasefire, as President Donald Trump announced the United States would begin escorting ships through the blocked waterway under "Project Freedom," a humanitarian operation.

    4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Iran warns US ship escort plan violates Mideast ceasefire

    Iran warned on Monday that it would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the Mideast ceasefire, after President Trump announced a US operation to escort ships through the blocked waterway. Negotiations between the two countries have been deadlocked since a ceasefire came into effect on April 8, with Iran's control of the strategic strait following US-Israeli attacks on Tehran remaining a main point of contention.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 1 May

  1. Trump compares US Navy blockade of Iran to piracy

    President Trump said at a Florida rally that the US Navy was acting "like pirates" while seizing ships and cargo during its blockade of Iranian ports. The blockade, announced after failed peace talks, has prompted Iran to threaten to maintain its closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

    2 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 30 April

  1. Iran's supreme leader rejects US blockade threats

    Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared that the United States suffered a "disgraceful defeat" in its plans, rejecting President Trump's warning of a prolonged US naval blockade. Khamenei said Iran now controls shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and predicted a future for the Persian Gulf without US interference.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Oil price spikes to highest since 2022 on Iran conflict

    Brent crude rose to more than $126 a barrel after a report that the US military plans to brief President Trump on potential military action in Iran, with energy prices climbing as peace talks stall and the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed. About 20% of the world's oil and LNG usually passes through the strait.

    30 April 2026 · Capital News

  2. Trump says Iran naval blockade could last months, oil prices spike

    US President Donald Trump stated that a naval blockade against Iran could last months, causing oil prices to reach their highest level in more than four years. With US-Iran diplomacy at a standstill, Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who warned of "damaging consequences" if the US and Israel resume military action against Iran.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Iran's supreme leader rejects US blockade warning as oil prices surge

    Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared in a written statement that the United States had suffered a shameful defeat, defying Trump's threat of a months-long naval blockade. Khamenei asserted Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz and claimed any maritime blockade would violate international law and fail.

    30 April 2026 · The Standard

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