…growth slowed towards the end of the quarter following the escalation of conflict in the Middle East, which disrupted air connectivity, pushed up oil prices and increased transport costs. The development is now projected to reduce global tourism growth by 1–2 percentage points below the initial forecast of three to fou…

…air connectivity across Africa and beyond. Operating across Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the Caribbean, Air Peace is committed to delivering safe, reliable and customer-focused air transport services while supporting economic development, facilitating trade and tourism, and positioning Nigeria as a leading aviat…

…revokes over 175,000 US visas Trump demands Iran pay for deaths, damage across Middle East Gaza militia commander says Hamas will reject any deal requiring disarmament Iran appoints ex-IRGC commander to top security position Israel rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan 'Joe Biden's cancer has spread to bones, painfu…

…the failure of members to support the US military operation against Iran in the Middle East.The US president described the alliance with NATO as a "paper tiger", noting that removing the country from the defence alliance was now "beyond reconsideration."

…achieved despite considerable pressure on the global trading system from the war in the Middle East and simmering trade frictions between Beijing and Washington. China’s shipments to the United States rose 17 percent year-on-year last month, Friday’s data showed, as the countries remain locked in a trade war despite ef…

…Lagos, as well as 41 Nigerian missions across Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East and Oceania. It added that phase four, scheduled for August 2026, will onboard the remaining passport offices in the South-South, North-East and North-West, including Calabar, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Yenagoa, Bauchi, Gombe, Ja…

…time to reach an agreement, reducing immediate fears over a supply disruption in the Middle East.Could Nigerian Petrol Prices Come Down?Under Nigeria's deregulated downstream oil sector, pump prices are shaped by a combination of international crude costs, the naira-dollar exchange rate, freight charges, and domestic d…

…fuel prices to rising global crude oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Although crude prices eased in June, they remained above levels recorded at the beginning of the year. The association said the figures showed that Nigerian consumer…

…Trump earlier posted on Truth Social that he had been asked by Iran and US allies in the Middle East to hold off on any attack as the “perimeters” of a deal had been agreed upon. The Iranian foreign ministry said there are no plans to receive a US delegation or send Iranians to Washington. Earlier talks have been facil…

…He founded Burjeel Holdings in Abu Dhabi in 2007. The company has grown into one of the Middle East's leading private healthcare providers, operating hospitals, medical centres, and specialist clinics across the UAE, Oman, and the wider Gulf region.Under his leadership, Burjeel Holdings expanded through brands includin…

…said the US was “ready to go against the Islamic Republic” but that Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries had asked him to hold off on fresh strikes. He said he had made the decision, subject to reaching a deal with Iran. “This would include the Immediate, Complete and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end…

…the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. "We have just been asked by Iran, and other Middle Eastern Countries, to hold off any attack in that the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to," Trump said in a post on Truth Social. "This would include the Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end…

…the Islamic Republic but decided to hold off following requests from Iran and several Middle Eastern countries seeking more time for diplomacy. According to Trump, the proposed agreement would include the immediate and complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and measures aimed at eliminating what he described as Ira…

The United Nations wants an immediate end to fighting in the Middle East, citing increasing violence and civilian casualties across the Middle East. The global body pointed to Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, operations in southern Lebanon and the West Bank, as well as the United States and Iran’s military actions. The Offi…

…been offered to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal by his representatives, but a move to the Middle East is considered unlikely. The Portuguese international is said to prefer remaining in European football at this stage of his career. Chelsea signed Neto from Wolves in 2024 for an initial fee of around £54 million. Since…

…Tehran was "going to get a beating" for an attempted Iranian attack on US forces in the Middle East. Speaking to Fox News, the US president said, "We are going to beat the f**king sh*t out of them." It comes hours after joint strikes by Washington and Riyadh against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, in response to attacks…

…vowed to hit back hard at Iran after it attacked US bases in Jordan on Wednesday, as the Middle East war reignited and once again drew in the Islamic republic’s proxies. The warning came after a short lull in the fighting that had spurred hopes of a return to negotiations appeared to draw to an end, sending oil prices…

…between the United States and Iran eased fears of prolonged supply disruptions in the Middle East, with Brent dropping below $84 per barrel after trading above $100 last week. Data from Oilprice.com showed that Brent, the global oil benchmark, declined from around $87 per barrel on Monday to approximately $83.92 on Tue…

…about building an economy for entertainment and relaxation. He said in Europe and some Middle Eastern countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, economies are not only boosted by good roads but also by the hospitality industry created to provide comfort and relaxation to tourists. “If not for this crisis in…

…Iran has effectively blockaded the Strait of Hormuz since the outbreak of the latest Middle East conflict in late February, raising concerns over the security of one of the world's busiest maritime oil and gas transit routes. No immediate response has been issued by the countries or shipping companies involved in the r…

…cent. The surge, which was linked to disruptions in the global oil market following the Middle East crisis, placed significant pressure on airlines because aviation fuel accounts for about 40 per cent of their operating costs. Although intense competition initially prevented carriers from immediately passing the higher…

…for the Zionists' deception - Iran warns Iran's army has warned that the conflict in the Middle East could expand further if the United States launches additional attacks on the Islamic Republic, ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington this week.Army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia issued…

…Times reported that concerns about depleting key American air defence munitions in the Middle East shaped the decisionAxios cited sources saying the US military was drawing up plans for a possible return to major combat operationsFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! US President Donald Trump has ordere…

…after leaving Turkish side Erzurumspor, and is expected to explore opportunities in the Middle East. Josh Maja remains available after his contract with West Bromwich Albion expired, with reports linking the 27-year-old with Watford, Bristol City and Stoke City as he seeks his next move in the Championship.

…oil prices have remained under pressure amid renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, increasing the cost of crude procurement for refiners worldwide.As of Friday afternoon, Brent crude was trading at $97.76 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) stood at $89.87 per barrel. Although prices have eased…