Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

A series of Israeli airstrikes hit Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon early Thursday, in what the Israeli military described as a response to renewed efforts by the militia to rebuild its operational facilities. According to a report by Sky News, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched precision strikes on an underground site used by Hezbollah to manage its “fire and defense array.” The IDF stated that the facility had been previously targeted, but recent intelligence suggested Hezbollah was attempting to restore operations at the location. “The IDF identified attempts by the Hezbollah terror organization to restore the site, and therefore…

U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid for the Nobel Peace Prize has suffered a major blow after both Pakistan and Ukraine withdrew their nominations amid intense political backlash, rising international tensions, and growing skepticism about his global leadership credentials. What began as a surprising endorsement by two key U.S. allies has quickly turned into a diplomatic embarrassment — one that raises questions about Pakistan’s foreign policy coherence and Ukraine’s confidence in Trump’s peace-brokering claims.  Pakistan’s Nomination Sparks Firestorm at Home and Abroad Pakistan’s decision to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize triggered fierce backlash from opposition lawmakers, civil society,…

In a defiant televised broadcast, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared what he called a “victory” over Israel following a tense 12-day conflict, while issuing a stern warning to the United States: “If the U.S. attacks again, Iran will strike back—hard.” The 86-year-old leader broke his public silence for the first time since the outbreak of hostilities on June 13, appearing in a pre-recorded message aired nationwide by Iranian state television. Khamenei’s statement marked a pivotal moment in the region’s rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape and was delivered with unmistakable confidence, despite international skepticism and the heavy toll of war.…

 Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria — Professor Sesan Fabamise, a distinguished Professor of International Law at Afe Babalola University, has expressed dissatisfaction with the Tinubu administration’s decision to construct a new INEC Annex Office and expand the INEC Headquarters, describing the move as ill-timed amid Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, widespread hunger, and deepening economic hardship. Speaking exclusively with New Daily Prime, Professor Fabamise described the development as a “symbol of misplaced priorities” during a time when millions of Nigerians are grappling with worsening living conditions. “It is unfortunate that our politicians are not sincere,” he said. “Look at what’s recently happening in Benue State.…

As tensions rise dramatically following the outbreak of war between Israel and Iran, fears over the possibility of a nuclear-armed Iran have resurfaced — with particular concern about the UK’s ability to respond if such weapons were ever launched its way. The escalation has brought renewed urgency to the question: how vulnerable is Britain to a nuclear strike — and how long would we have to react? Currently, Israeli intelligence suggests that Iran is enriching uranium close to weapons-grade levels — a claim that US intelligence has not confirmed. But even if true, Iran is not believed to have assembled…

Just hours after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire was announced between Iran and Israel, tensions reignited late Monday as Israel reportedly launched a targeted strike on Tehran, accusing Iran of breaching the truce—an allegation Iran denies. U.S. President Donald Trump had earlier declared a “complete and total ceasefire” between the two long-standing adversaries, writing on Truth Social: “It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a complete and total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now) for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED.” The truce announcement, while widely welcomed by…

In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump announced late Monday that Israel and Iran have reached a “complete and total ceasefire,” following days of escalating military confrontation in the Middle East that pushed the world to the brink of a regional war. “It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now) for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. The announcement, though unconfirmed by either Israeli or Iranian officials at the…

As the world reels from a wave of military escalations, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a significant increase in the production of hypersonic missiles, raising global concerns about the risk of a full-scale World War III. The announcement comes in the wake of a dramatic turn in the Middle East conflict, triggered by President Donald Trump’s surprise airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. The U.S. President hailed the strikes as a “very successful attack,” a move that has further destabilized an already volatile region. The targeted airstrikes reportedly involved the deployment of six “bunker buster” bombs, striking key nuclear sites…

The U.S. President Donald Trump has described Iran’s recent retaliatory missile strike on American military bases in the Middle East as “very weak,” confirming that there were no American or Qatari casualties. Trump also thanked Iran for providing an early warning before the strike—an action that allowed the U.S. to take precautionary measures and reduce potential harm. Trump’s remarks came just days after U.S. airstrikes targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities—Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan—escalating a tense standoff between Washington and Tehran. However, his latest comments suggest a possible de-escalation, stating, “Perhaps Iran can proceed to peace and harmony in the…

Tensions in the Middle East have surged to unprecedented levels following Iran’s retaliatory missile strikes on U.S. military positions. According to reports from The Irish Times and The New York Times, Iranian ballistic missiles targeted the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar and triggered air defense systems at the Ain al-Asad base in Iraq—both key U.S. strongholds in the region. These strikes come just days after U.S. forces carried out heavy air raids on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities. Shortly after the Iranian assault, explosions echoed across Doha, prompting Qatari authorities to temporarily close the nation’s airspace. The Ministry of…