All passengers on board were reported safe and accounted for. Flydubai said its teams were working with the relevant authorities to establish what happened during the flight.
By Chrispho OwuorWith large parts of the chamber empty, Netanyahu used the address to respond to international criticism of Israel, defend its campaign against Hamas, explain the decision to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities and warn of what he described as continuing threats to Israel’s security.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIsrael will also remove British diplomats working at a centre overseeing the US-brokered ceasefire plan in Gaza and halt British training programmes for Palestinian Authority security forces.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTrump's Board of Peace said last month it had reached an agreement for the "complete disarmament" of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza.
By Samuel OtienoAccording to the UN Trade and Development agency (UNCTAD), oil shipments are expected to recover over time, but wider economic impacts could persist for considerably longer.
By David AbonyoAl Jazeera said it "strongly condemns the heinous crime of targeting and killing" of its correspondent Ahmed Wishah, who was killed in a strike on a central Gaza home on Saturday.
By Samuel OtienoNetanyahu also praised Somaliland’s decision to place its diplomatic mission in Jerusalem rather than Tel Aviv, where most foreign embassies are located.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement on Monday, Sing'Oei said Kenya had been unfairly included among countries whose citizens would face travel restrictions despite recording no cases of Ebola.
By David AbonyoDetails of the deal were not immediately released and Iran signaled implementation would not start until the signing, which key mediator Pakistan said would occur Friday in Switzerland.
By Samuel OtienoThe measures come as a growing number of countries tighten border controls and health screening procedures in response to Ebola cases reported in parts of Central Africa.
By Bradley BosireTehran says the attacks violated a ceasefire understanding and international law, warning that it reserves the right to respond using all available means.
By Chrispho OwuorIt comes as ground troops move ever deeper into Lebanese territory beyond their original demarcation line of the Litani River.
By Samuel OtienoThose killed included three children and three women. Three other people were injured in the same attack, among them a young girl.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe incident comes as the United States says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a shaky 45-day ceasefire following two days of talks in Washington DC. The US State Department announced the extension on Friday, saying the discussions were aimed at reducing tensions along the border.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIsrael’s Cabinet unanimously endorsed the appointment on Sunday, following Lotem’s nomination by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar on 15 April. The posting marks a significant diplomatic step, with Israel having recognised Somaliland in December 2025.
By David AbonyoThe US president said special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner would be wasting "too much time", adding that if Iran wanted to talk "all they have to do is call".
By Samuel OtienoBenjamin Netanyahu said he chose to delay the public release of his medical report, explaining that he did not want the information to be shared during a period of heightened tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran. He said his concern was to avoid what he described as the spread of false narratives.
By Bradley BosireThe agreement provides for a 10-day suspension of hostilities, with the possibility of extension if both sides agree and negotiations show progress.
By Maureen KinyanjuiWhile acknowledging that the marathon negotiations in Pakistan had gone "well" and "most points were agreed to," Trump said Tehran had refused to concede on the issue of its nuclear program.
By Samuel OtienoVance cited shortcomings in the talks, saying that Iran had chosen not to accept American terms, including to not build nuclear weapons.
By Samuel OtienoThe announcement came as Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Kuwait early Sunday, and a day after Trump said the Islamic republic had 48 hours to cut a deal or face "all Hell".
By Samuel OtienoUganda’s army chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba publicly backed Israel in the war involving Iran, suggesting possible UPDF involvement and highlighting deepening Uganda–Israel ties rooted in the 1976 Entebbe raid.
By Chrispho OwuorKenyan nationals in the affected areas have been advised to strictly follow guidance issued by Kenyan embassies, host governments and official communication channels.
By Samuel OtienoIsraeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Larijani was "eliminated last night", although this has not been confirmed by Iran.
By Samuel OtienoThe Bani Odeh family were travelling in their car in the town of Tammum, in the northern West Bank, when Israeli forces opened fire.
By Samuel OtienoThe US president said he hoped China, France, Japan and South Korea would also send ships to the passage, where a number of tankers are said to have been attacked since the US and Israel mounted their war against Iran a fortnight ago.
By Samuel OtienoDonald Trump claims US forces are “totally destroying” Iran’s regime, saying its military is decimated, as long-running tensions with Tehran and Israel raise fears of wider regional escalation.
By Chrispho OwuorThe attacks targeted what the IDF described as a Hezbollah command centre in Ansariyeh, from which rockets had allegedly been launched toward Israel.
By David AbonyoResidents of Tehran woke up on Sunday morning to find it was still dark outside, an apocalyptic sight created by thick black smoke billowing from oil depots hit by Israeli strikes.
By Samuel OtienoIn a social media post, the US president said the UK is "giving serious thought" to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East, before saying the US does not "need them". Downing Street has not responded to Trump's claims.
By Samuel Otieno