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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said US “many demands” caused peace talks in Islamabad to fail. Speaking in Russia, he said Iran will consult allies after talks collapsed following a Trump-cancelled planned US diplomatic mission.
The DPP opposed the appeal, arguing that Kenya can still lawfully cooperate with other countries in criminal matters under international law. Prosecutors relied on Article 6 of the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, saying it provides a legal basis for extradition in such cases.
Iran and the United States say negotiations are progressing, but disputes over nuclear limits and control of the Strait of Hormuz remain. Restrictions have reimposed amid renewed maritime tensions as a ceasefire deadline nears.
Iran’s move to shut it again signals continued pressure in the standoff with Washington, which has maintained restrictions on Iranian ports. The back-and-forth decisions have added uncertainty to global shipping and energy markets already shaken by weeks of tension in the region.
Located between Iran to the north and Oman and the United Arab Emirates to the south, the Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea. At its entrance and exit, the passage is roughly 50km wide, narrowing to about 33km at its tightest point.
Secretary-General, António Guterres, the UN said the pause in fighting offers an opportunity to protect civilian lives and reduce suffering in areas affected by the ongoing conflict
Ministry of Affairs Uganda say the arrangement aligns with international obligations and ensures protection for individuals unable to return home, as eight people have already arrived for assessment under the framework.
While the US proposal has not been made public, reports indicate it includes provisions requiring Iran to dismantle its nuclear facilities in exchange for the lifting of economic sanctions.
The delay is meant to allow further negotiations aimed at resolving Middle East hostilities, signaling a possible diplomatic breakthrough amid rising tensions between the two countries.
The ongoing war in Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, pushing crude prices higher and increasing fuel costs. Geopolitical analysts warn that oil prices could remain high for years as markets struggle to recover.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that roughly 140 million barrels of Iranian oil could fall under a potential waiver, which he estimated might slightly lower global prices for about 10 to 14 days.
The arrangement reportedly permits American forces to operate Saudi aircraft alongside their own, targeting shared security threats. Defence experts note that this represents one of the closest operational partnerships between Riyadh and Washington in decades.
In a security advisory, the U.S. government said commercial flights remain available from Abu Dhabi and Dubai but warned of possible cancellations. Americans who remain were advised to prepare to shelter in place.
Donald 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.
Pezeshkian told the world that Iran’s enemies "must take their wish for the unconditional surrender of the Iranian people to their graves."
The caution came from the International Monetary Fund after its team met government officials in Nairobi and warned that the country must reinforce fiscal discipline to protect the economy from external shocks that could arise from the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
Iran’s ambassador to Kenya says Tehran’s strikes targeted only military bases in self-defence, as Israel and the US justify their action and European leaders question its legality and regional impact.
Iran’s airspace was shut following the strikes, according to Tasnim News Agency, as authorities moved to secure the country’s skies.
The case was prosecuted under Project Safe Childhood, a US Justice Department program launched in 2006 to address sexual exploitation of children. Authorities said the abuse occurred in 2022 and 2023 in Ouagadougou, where Mara was stationed at the US embassy.
The national carrier said the blizzard warning and adverse weather conditions affecting several parts of the United States, including New York, had led airport authorities to suspend flight operations for specific periods.
US troops have operated in Syria since 2015, initially deployed to combat the Islamic State (ISIS) and support local forces. Currently, about 1,000 personnel remain, but officials say most will be withdrawn over the coming months under a conditions-based plan.
Presidents’ Day is an annual federal holiday in the United States that honours the country’s past presidents. At the federal level, it is officially known as Washington’s Birthday and is celebrated on the third Monday of February each year.
President Donald Trump has warned that the US could strike Iran if no agreement is reached. The US has sent thousands of troops to the region, along with what Trump calls an “armada,” which includes an aircraft carrier, additional warships, and fighter jets.
The senator urged President Donald Trump’s administration to reevaluate the U.S.-Uganda security partnership, warning that American personnel, U.S. interests, and civilian lives in the region are at risk.
The National Weather Service reported that some northeastern cities recorded more than 20 inches of snow in just a single day. In Canada, southern Ontario faced major disruptions, with schools closed and transport delayed as the storm raged through the region.
In a customer notice, the airline said the cancellations affect four flights scheduled between January 24 and January 25, citing safety concerns linked to deteriorating weather conditions in the two U.S. cities.
The termination means Somali TPS holders must either depart the U.S. by the March 17 deadline or obtain another lawful immigration status to remain in the country.
In Kenya, UNFPA supports programmes that include contraceptive distribution, antenatal care, prevention of HIV among adolescents, initiatives to reduce unsafe abortions, and campaigns to lower teenage pregnancies.
The said officials allegedly seized 76 metric tons of donor-supported food assistance from a US-funded World Food Programme warehouse.
The administration said the action delivers on a campaign pledge by President Donald Trump to stop what it calls the misuse of American taxpayer money outside the country. Officials argued that the US has for years funded organisations that do not serve its people or values.