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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

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March 17, 2026

UN urges Nigeria, U.S., others to eradicate hatred for Muslims

Mr Guterres on Monday urged countries to “work together” and eradicate a rising tide of anti-Muslim hate, calling for a rejection of “the narratives of fear and exclusion”.

KANO MUSLIMS
March 17, 2026

China calls for deepening of global economic cooperation

Mr Gu said, “Last year, our export stood at $60.8 million. We are the largest in the world, in terms of overall cargo flow and foreign direct investment across China.”

Gu Jianxin, director-general of the Department of Foreign Affairs
March 17, 2026

Iran War: UK announces £53 million households support as heating oil costs skyrocket

The UK government has announced a £53 million support package to help vulnerable households cope with rising heating oil costs following a surge in global energy prices.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
March 17, 2026

Kennedy Centre board backs Trump’s plan to close for two-year renovation

Last December, the Kennedy Centre board voted to rename the centre after Mr Trump.

Kennedy Centre
March 16, 2026

Trump’s chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer

Mr Trump Ms Wiles has a fantastic medical team that is tending to the 68-year-old. 

Susie Wiles
March 16, 2026

Iranian missile, drone attacks killed seven, UAE says

The ministry said the casualties included two military personnel and five civilians, while 145 people of various nationalities were injured.

Drone attack in Dubai
March 16, 2026

Three million Afghan children, pregnant women treated for malnutrition: Health Ministry

Malnutrition remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in Afghanistan, the report noted.

Malnourished people in Afghanistan
March 16, 2026

Israel launches ‘targeted’ ground operations in southern Lebanon

Israel’s defence minister, Israel Katz, said the objective was to eliminate threats and protect communities in northern Israel.

Israeli military
March 16, 2026

Trump laughs as U.S. intelligence reveals new Iran leader Mojtaba Khamenei may be homosexual

Mr Trump has continued to diminish Mr Khamenei’s leadership, saying the 56-year-old was a “lightweight” incapable of leading Iran.

Donald Trump and Mojtaba Khamenei
March 16, 2026

UAE, Saudi leaders discuss regional tensions, urge de-escalation

They underscored the importance of prioritising dialogue and diplomacy to address regional issues and preserve peace and security.

Flags of UAE, Saudi Arabia