Confirmed cases raise alarm as health officials investigate rare virus spread onboard. Two cases of Hantavirus have been confirmed on the MV Hondius after three passengers died and another was left critically ill. The confirmed infections involve a Dutch woman who died and a 69-year-old British passenger now receiving intensive care in Johannesburg. The causes…
Mediator warns fresh strikes risk derailing fragile peace efforts in the Gulf. Shehbaz Sharif has condemned reported missile and drone attacks on the United Arab Emirates, calling for the ceasefire with Iran to be respected. He said the strikes on civilian infrastructure threaten ongoing diplomatic efforts and must not continue. Pakistan, acting as a mediator…
US president signals uncertainty as tensions with Iran persist despite ceasefire claims. Donald Trump has refused to confirm whether the ceasefire with Iran is still in effect, warning that the conflict could continue for another two to three weeks. He made the remarks during a phone interview, saying, “We’ll see what happens,” when asked if…
Heavy home loss leaves Chelsea relying on unlikely route to reach Champions League. Chelsea FC suffered a humiliating home defeat to Nottingham Forest, ending their hopes of a top-five finish in the Premier League. Forest’s rotated squad secured a dominant win, with goals from Taiwo Awoniyi and Igor Jesus. The result leaves Chelsea with only…
Tehran reviews Washington’s war-ending offer while warning US forces over naval entry. Iran says it has received a US counter-proposal to end the ongoing conflict, delivered through mediators in Pakistan. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei confirmed the message is under review, adding that discussions are focused on ending the war rather than nuclear issues. At…
Attack near city centre raises security fears days before Russia’s key national event. A Ukrainian drone struck a residential high-rise in Moscow early Monday, damaging part of the building but causing no casualties. Authorities said two other drones were intercepted, while debris was seen scattered near the site. The strike comes just days before Russia’s…
Tehran escalates threat as Washington prepares major naval escort operation. Iran has warned it will attack US forces if they enter the Strait of Hormuz, sharply escalating tensions after Donald Trump announced a plan to escort commercial ships through the route. A senior Iranian commander, Ali Abdollahi, said any “foreign armed force,” especially the US…
US plans naval operation to guide stranded vessels amid rising tensions with Iran. Donald Trump has announced a new US-led operation to escort stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions with Iran continue. The initiative, named “Project Freedom,” is set to begin Monday and aims to safely guide vessels out of restricted waters….
Rare virus sparks concern as possible transmission emerges in confined setting. Health experts say a reported cluster of Hantavirus cases on a cruise ship is highly unusual and potentially concerning. The virus is typically spread through contact with infected rodent droppings or urine, not between people. RELATED: https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/hantavirus-infection/facts Specialists warn that the cruise ship environment…
Late strike seals dramatic victory and ends United’s two-year absence from Europe’s elite. Manchester United have secured a return to the UEFA Champions League after a thrilling 3-2 win over Liverpool at Old Trafford, sealed by a late goal from Kobbie Mainoo. United led 2-0 at half-time through goals from Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko,…
