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2019-09-202026-06-08
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  1. October 2023

  2. The Namibian

    … Fighting between Jewish and Arabs militias had been intensifying for months, and the day after Israel declared statehood, five Arab countries – Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria – attacked Israel to protest the move. …

    The Curse of Balfour the Declaration and the Agony of the Palestinian People
  3. October 2022

  4. The Namibian

    … Iraq might even stabilise as a result, to say nothing of Lebanon and Syria. Neither the Russian, nor the Iranian regime is now specifically threatened. …

    Russia, Iran, and the Perils of Post-Autocracy
  5. October 2019

  6. The Namibian

    … In Chile, it was a 30-peso (about N$0,60) rise in the price of a metro ticket that brought people out on the streets in anger, in Lebanon it was a tax on WhatsApp calls in a country with already high rates. …

    Planet In Revolt With Protests Across Continents

  7. The Namibian

    Bird protection groups have called for urgent action to save endangered migratory species that are being decimated by illegal hunters over Lebanon. …

    Lebanon skies a death trap for migratory birds
  8. September 2019

  9. The Namibian

    … Their growing abilities also exemplify the threat Iran’s other regional allies – be they in Iraq, Syria or Lebanon – pose to their foes and the global powers that seek to contain them. …

    Yemen Houthi Drones, Missiles Defy Years Of Saudi Air Strikes
World & Region

Iran considers US nuclear proposal as Trump predicts quick resolution

The News

US President Donald Trump has said the war in Iran will be "over quickly" and that he aims to end Tehran's nuclear ambitions. Iran said a US proposal to end the war is "still being considered"; Axios reported the White House is working toward a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran that could frame nuclear negotiations, with provisions including suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment, lifting sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

7 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Iran considers US nuclear proposal as Trump predicts quick resolution

    US President Donald Trump has said the war in Iran will be "over quickly" and that he aims to end Tehran's nuclear ambitions. Iran said a US proposal to end the war is "still being considered"; Axios reported the White House is working toward a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran that could frame nuclear negotiations, with provisions including suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment, lifting sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

    7 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Israeli soldiers face detention over Jesus statue vandalism

    Two Israeli soldiers—one who struck a Jesus statue with a sledgehammer in Lebanon and another who photographed the incident—will each receive 30 days of military detention.

    28 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Friday 17 April

  1. Trump announces Israel-Lebanon leader talks, denied by Lebanese source

    US President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon leaders were set to speak, but a Lebanese official told AFP the country had not been informed of any planned contact with Israel, and Netanyahu's office made no comment. The announcement follows the first direct diplomatic talks between the two countries since 1993, when their ambassadors met in Washington amid escalating conflict in Lebanon since Hezbollah's March attack on Israel.

    17 April 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. China condemns US naval blockade of Iranian ports

    China's foreign ministry has called the US naval blockade of Iranian ports "irresponsible and dangerous," saying it undermines a fragile ceasefire and jeopardises safety in the Strait of Hormuz. The move threatens China's oil supply and comes as analysts say the US is attempting to pressure Beijing to encourage Iran to reopen the critical waterway.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 13 April

  1. Iran-US deal collapses; fuel hikes threaten Namibian inflation

    Failed Middle East negotiations between Iran and the United States risk returning energy prices higher, while Namibia's fuel price increases of N$2.50 per litre for petrol and N$4.00 per litre for diesel are expected to trigger inflation across the economy, particularly affecting transport-dependent sectors like agriculture and mining.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 10 April

  1. Middle East tensions drive oil prices up, stocks down globally

    Oil prices rebounded sharply and global stock markets fell as investor concerns mounted over the durability of a Middle East ceasefire, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining largely blocked and Israeli strikes on Lebanon killing over 200 people. Analysts warn that oil prices will likely remain elevated and volatile until a more permanent regional agreement is reached, with longer-term impacts on growth and inflation uncertain.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. International calls grow for ceasefire extension to Lebanon

    Calls are mounting for a US-Iran ceasefire to extend to Israel's conflict with Hezbollah after Israeli strikes killed over 200 people in Lebanon, though Israel and the US say Lebanon was not part of the truce, while Iran signals the talks may collapse.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

  3. Global oil volatility pushes Namibian petrol near 2022 record

    Brent crude prices have swung sharply amid Middle East tensions, with Namibian pump prices at Walvis Bay reaching N$22.08 per litre—just 20 cents below their 2022 all-time high. The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy will set May fuel prices based on developments over the coming two weeks, as vessel traffic through the crucial Strait of Hormuz remains severely disrupted.

    10 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 8 April

  1. US and Iran agree to conditional two-week ceasefire

    US president Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran conditional on shipping access through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi saying Tehran will agree if attacks against Iran are halted. Oil prices fell sharply following the announcement, and Pakistan has invited both sides for talks in Islamabad on Friday.

    8 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 6 April

  1. Trump threatens Iran strikes over Strait of Hormuz blockade

    US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran's power plants and bridges if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane, after announcing a "miraculous" rescue of a wounded American airman from inside Iran. The escalating conflict has engulfed the Middle East, prompted Iran to largely block the vital oil and gas conduit, and drawn international concern including a papal call for peace.

    6 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 April

  1. Over 200,000 flee Lebanon to Syria as conflict escalates

    More than 200,000 people have fled Lebanon for Syria since fighting resumed in early March between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, according to the UN refugee agency. The majority are Syrians, including Syrian refugees who previously sought safety in Lebanon and are now fleeing again, along with more than 28,000 Lebanese.

    1 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Israel plans permanent control of southern Lebanon buffer zone

    Israel's defence minister announced that after the war with Hezbollah ends, Israel will maintain military control over a swath of southern Lebanon extending to the Litani River, and will demolish houses in border villages. Lebanon's government and international critics including the UN, Canada, and European nations have condemned the plan as an illegal occupation and collective punishment.

    1 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Iran and Israel escalate strikes amid US military threats

    Israel and Iran exchanged missile fire as US President Trump signals possible military operations against Iran's oil infrastructure, sending global oil prices toward US$100–$117 per barrel. The Middle East conflict is disrupting global energy supplies, with analysts warning that further US or Iranian action could drive prices to historic highs.

    31 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 30 March

  1. French foreign minister condemns killing of journalists in Lebanon

    France's foreign minister said it would be "extremely serious" and a violation of international law if Israel deliberately targeted three journalists killed in a strike on south Lebanon, including correspondents from Hezbollah-linked media outlets. The Israeli military confirmed the killing and accused one correspondent of operating within Hezbollah, while Lebanese authorities have condemned the deaths as war crimes.

    30 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 18 March

  1. Middle East war widens as Trump seeks allied support

    Explosions struck Tehran following a night of bombing as US President Trump pressed allies to help protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz; the conflict, now in its third week, has spread to Lebanon and Iraq, displaced millions, and driven oil prices up five percent, though major allies including Britain, Germany, Japan, and Australia have refused military involvement.

    18 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 17 March

  1. Israeli military begins ground operations in southern Lebanon

    Israel's military said it has begun "limited and targeted ground operations" against Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon, aimed at dismantling terrorist infrastructure and protecting northern Israeli residents. The operations follow earlier Israeli air strikes and reflect escalating tension after Hezbollah's recent attacks involving hundreds of daily rocket launches toward Israel.

    17 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 11 March

  1. Chinese FM Wang Yi addresses Africa ties, Middle East, multipolarity

    At a Beijing press conference, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stressed China's commitment to deepening China-Africa friendship, called for a political settlement to the Middle East conflict, and outlined China's vision for a multipolar world built on equality and cooperation rather than hegemony.

    11 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 9 March

  1. Iran vows months-long fight after Israeli-US strikes

    Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they can sustain aerial drone and missile attacks for up to six months after US-Israeli air strikes hit fuel depots in Tehran and targeted locations in Beirut. The conflict has extended into its ninth day with no clear path to resolution, as analysts warn it could last a month or longer.

    9 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Iran names new supreme leader as war continues

    Iran's Assembly of Experts has voted to choose a new supreme leader following Ayatollah Khamenei's death in recent strikes, though the name has not yet been announced. Israeli forces have continued air strikes on Iranian fuel facilities and targets across the region, with the conflict now in its ninth day and no clear path to resolution.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 6 March

  1. Namibian embassy confirms evacuation of 100+ citizens from Middle East

    Namibia's ambassador to Egypt says more than 100 Namibians are in the Middle East as the Iran-US-Israel conflict intensifies, and the embassy is facilitating voluntary evacuation efforts while prioritizing citizen safety. Some evacuees have criticised the Namibian consulate in Dubai for lack of communication and assistance during the crisis.

    6 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 4 March

  1. Drones strike US embassy in Saudi Arabia amid Middle East escalation

    Iran attacked US and Israeli targets across the Middle East, including hitting the US embassy in Riyadh with drones that breached air defences, as regional tensions escalated following earlier strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader. The US warned citizens to evacuate the entire Middle East region, with conflicts expanding to Lebanon and threatening oil infrastructure in the Gulf.

    4 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 1 March

  1. Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes

    Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, 86, who ruled Iran for three decades, has been killed during the first day of massive US and Israeli air strikes on Iran, as announced by US President Donald Trump and confirmed by Iranian state TV. His death marks a significant and uncertain turning point for Iran and the wider region.

    1 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 6 February

  1. US and Iran begin direct talks amid escalating military tensions

    Senior US and Iranian officials are meeting in Oman for direct negotiations as military tension rises following Iran's violent suppression of anti-government protests and a significant US military buildup in the Middle East. The talks, brokered by regional mediators, aim to de-escalate conflict, though the two countries remain divided on key issues including Iran's nuclear programme, ballistic missiles, and regional proxies.

    6 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 10 January

  1. Iran hospitals overwhelmed as anti-government protests persist

    Doctors at hospitals in Tehran and Shiraz told the BBC their facilities were overwhelmed with injuries as anti-government protests entered their second week, with at least 50 protesters reported killed. Iranian authorities issued coordinated warnings to protesters, while international leaders and US President Trump called for protection of the right to peaceful protest.

    10 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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