…it was because its security features were lacking, particularly as the US launched fresh strikes against Iran, which borders Turkey. According to the New York Times, the new plane lacks some capabilities of the old plane, but the switch was not made because of a specific threat. Reporters were told to keep window shade…

The United States and Iran traded strikes on Thursday for the second day running as Washington and Tehran battled over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The vital oil and gas corridor is a key point of contention in the Middle East war, with Tehran insisting on control of the strait despite it being open to free passage…

Iran targets US military sites in Bahrain, Kuwait after wave of US strikes Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait on Wednesday after the US launched a wave of military strikes on Iran in response to attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamic Revolutionary Gua…

US President Donald Trump ordered new strikes on Iran on Wednesday and warned of “much worse” if Tehran continues to attack vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the vital oil shipping channel. Iran state media reported explosions in multiple locations along the southern Iranian coast after US Central Command announced a ne…

…it's just a waste of time dealing with them." The US had earlier unleashed new military strikes on Iran and revoked a licence allowing Iran to sell oil after three tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said more than 60 small boats of the Iran's Islamic Revolutionary…

…a notorious terrorist commander and disrupted a large-scale assault through precision airstrikes during separate operations in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, who disclosed this in a stat…

…after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was over, following fresh strikes in the Middle East. International benchmark Brent North Sea crude jumped 5.3 percent to $78.09 a barrel, while the main US contract, West Texas Intermediate, advanced 5.4 percent to $74.23 a barrel. The US has launched extens…

…a flashpoint in the conflict, which began in late February with massive US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Tehran insists on controlling the waterway, saying it will charge fees for passage and threatening to hit vessels that deviate from its authorised route. Its military has struck at least three ships in recent days, which…

GistReel FC Midtjylland striker Stanley Iheanacho has described Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen as his biggest football inspiration, saying the Galatasaray star’s journey and mentality continue to influence his career. The Nigerian forward made the remarks after returning to the Danish club ahead of the 2026/27 sea…

GistReel Egypt striker Mostafa Zico and head coach Hossam Hassan launched a scathing attack on referee Francois Letexier after the Pharaohs’ dramatic 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Egypt surrendered a two-goal lead in Atlanta as Argentina fought back through Cristian Romero, Lion…

…made them one of football's greatest teams, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland, rose to the occasion when it mattered most, heading Norway into the lead in the 80th minute before doubling their advantage ten minutes later to inspire a famous victory over the Selecao at the MetLife Stadi…

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey ended in heartbreak on Monday night as a late strike from Mikel Merino handed Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in a tense Round of 16 clash at Dallas Stadium. The veteran forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, who had been widely tipped to be making his final appearance at the tournament, co…

…was “a little bit suspect”, amid a furore over FIFA’s reversal of a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun. Trump took a swipe at Brazilian referee Raphael Claus, who showed Balogun the red card, in the latest episode of a fraught relationship between Washington and Brasilia. “There is nothing in his record that…

…Nnani Adaobi Marian, has reportedly died after suffering injuries from a Russian airstrike in Kharkiv, a city in Ukraine. This was disclosed by one Kateryna Bohuslavska, also known as "Kate from Kharkiv," who has often shared updates on the ongoing war between her country and Russia since it began. Nnani Adaobi Marian…

…FIFA for suspending the red card issued to USA's Folarin Balogun, paving the way for the striker to play in a last-16 World Cup showdown against Belgium. "Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice!" Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. However, in this report, PUNCH Online will br…

…the alliance to take “strong decisions” on boosting Ukraine’s air defences following the strike, which came just days after another Russian attack killed more than 30 people in Kyiv. The European Union also said that Ukraine needs air defence reinforcements. The morning strike punched a crater into a multi-storey apart…

Former Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp on Monday slammed FIFA’s decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun’s suspension, which reportedly took place after an intervention from US President Donald Trump. Balogun was set to miss Monday’s last-16 knockout clash with Belgium having picked up a red card in his previous ma…

…Brazil 2-1 in another gripping knockout battle earlier Sunday. Two late goals from star striker Erling Haaland set up the win for the Norwegians to shatter Brazil's hopes of a sixth world title. Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland produced a sensational display and saved a first-half penalty from Bruno Guimaraes before Haal…

Norway striker, Erling Haaland, said his side's 2-1 victory over Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup on Sunday was something he had "never dreamed of." Haaland scored both goals as Norway reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time, taking his tournament tally to seven - level with Lionel Messi and Kylia…

…2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Manchester City striker Haaland headed Norway into the lead on 79 minutes and then crashed in a second in the 90th minute at the MetLife Stadium to bury Brazil’s hopes of a sixth World Cup crown

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway sealed a stunning 2-1 upset over Brazil on Sunday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Haaland headed Norway into the lead on 79 minutes and then crashed in a second in the 90th minute at MetLife Stadium to bury Brazil's hopes of a sixth World Cup crown. N…

…elder Khamenei ruled the Islamic republic from 1989 until he was killed aged 86 in an airstrike on the first day of the US-Israeli war with Iran on February 28. Officials including President Masoud Pezeshkian and Revolutionary Guards chief Ahmad Vahidi joined Sunday’s ceremonies, along with huge crowds paying their fin…

Former Fenerbahce striker, Serdar Dursun, has questioned whether Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, possesses the technical qualities required to succeed at Barcelona, despite acknowledging the Nigerian's overall ability following another prolific season with Galatasaray, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Osimhen finished…

…aged 86 along with several members of his family and top officials in a US-Israeli strike on February 28, triggering the war in the Middle East. On Saturday, crowds of people gathered at the Grand Mosalla religious complex in the Iranian capital to bid farewell to the late supreme leader, who had the final say in major…

…a landmark upon which many suspect he would like to see his own face carved into rock - strikes a fitting image for a president who views himself as being one of the greats. Trump's supporters have even introduced legislation to have his likeness chiseled beside those of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lin…