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The Namibian
… The US has a significant military presence across the Gulf, with bases in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman. …
Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war ‘totally unacceptable’The Namibian
… He says the union is also concerned about the government’s delay in selling beef from the NCAs to markets in Qatar and Ghana, which the government announced some time ago. …
Equalisation fund for northern cattle ‘not implemented’New Era
… But Saudi Arabia’s energy ministry said yesterday its key east-west oil pipeline was back in service after it was damaged in earlier strikes, and Qatar’s transport ministry said it was lifting some restrictions on Gulf shipping. …
Things fall apart: Iran-US talks collapse …inflation to bite NamibiansNew Era
… that a return to fighting could drive world energy prices higher and further damage shipping and oil and gas facilities in the Gulf.But Saudi Arabia’s energy ministry said Sunday its key east-west oil pipeline was back in service after it was damaged in earlier strikes, and Qatar …
US-Iran talks fail to find deal but truce holds for nowNew Era
… Meloni recently visited Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar to try to secure energy supplies for Italy from a region that she said provides around 15 percent of her country’s needs. …
Italy PM suggests suspending EU spending rulesThe Namibian
… Bushehr is considerably closer to Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar than it is to the Iranian capital. …
Trump threatens ‘hell' for Iran over Strait of HormuzThe Namibian
… Esmir Bajraktarevic shot the winning spot-kick in Zenica where the Bosnians booked a place in Group B and matches against co-hosts Canada, Switzerland and Qatar and plunged Italy into a new nightmare. …
Italy to miss third straight World Cup after shoot out defeat to BosniaThe Namibian
… The Azzurri host the Northern Irish in Bergamo on Thursday trying to end a 12-year absence at the World Cup finals after failing to qualify for the last two editions in Russia and Qatar. …
Gattuso says Italy's World Cup play off ‘biggest match' of careerNew Era
… Those missiles were set to go after them,” he said. “So, they hit Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait. …
Strikes shake Tehran as Trump asks allies for helpThe Namibian
… Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kuwait have scaled down oil production. …
Does Trump Have a ‘Trump Card’ for Iran?Footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday in the 64th minute, five years after suffering cardiac arrest at Euro 2020. He is conscious and doing well under the circumstances, and was taken to hospital in Odense.
7 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday in the 64th minute, five years after suffering cardiac arrest at Euro 2020. He is conscious and doing well under the circumstances, and was taken to hospital in Odense.
7 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Nine Asian Football Confederation teams have secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first edition to feature 48 teams and be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. The qualifiers include established contenders Australia, Japan, Iran, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Iraq, as well as debutants Jordan and Uzbekistan.
1 June 2026 · Informanté →
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams competing in 104 matches across the United States, Mexico and Canada from 11 June to 19 July 2026. It marks the first World Cup hosted by three countries and the first with 48 teams, up from the previous 32-team format.
1 June 2026 · Informanté →
Japan defeated Iceland 1-0 in Tokyo on Sunday in their final warm-up before the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Coach Hajime Moriyasu said the win, secured by a substitute Koki Ogawa goal in the 87th minute, demonstrated that Japan can grind out victories at the tournament, despite a flat performance and Iceland's dangerous counter-attacking chances.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain's World Cup campaign is shadowed by injury concerns, with star winger Lamine Yamal potentially missing the opening two matches against Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia due to a hamstring injury, and key players including Ballon d'Or winner Rodri struggling with recent injuries. Coach Luis de la Fuente has nonetheless expressed confidence that Spain can win the tournament.
28 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Three-time runners-up the Netherlands enter the World Cup on a 14-match unbeaten run but are not considered among the leading contenders alongside Spain, France, Argentina and England. Coach Ronald Koeman returns to the United States with a well-balanced squad despite injury worries, while the Dutch face Japan, Sweden and Tunisia in Group F.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Sweden qualified for the World Cup through UEFA Nations League playoffs after a disastrous qualifying campaign that saw them finish bottom of their group with just two points from six matches. Under new coach Graham Potter, Sweden will face the Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia in Group F, aiming to extend their run of reaching the knockout phase at each of the past four World Cups they qualified for.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Four-time champions Germany will compete in Group E at the 2026 World Cup alongside 2023 Africa Cup of Nations champions Ivory Coast, Ecuador, and World Cup debutants Curacao, seeking to escape group-stage elimination after failing to advance in the last two tournaments.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain, after winning their maiden Champions League title last year by defeating Inter Milan 5-0, face Arsenal in Budapest aiming to retain the trophy. Manager Luis Enrique's side are favourites and have proven difficult to stop, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia describing the team as capable of beating any opponent when they play their way.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Canada, co-hosts for an upcoming World Cup, are targeting their first-ever tournament victory after losing all six previous matches across appearances in 1986 and 2022. Coach Jesse Marsch's squad, featuring Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies and Juventus's Jonathan David, reached the 2024 Copa America semi-finals and will face Bosnia-Herzegovina, Qatar, and Switzerland in their group.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, guarantees against further attacks on Iran, compensation for war damage, and emphasis on Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The agriculture ministry created a price equalisation fund approved by Cabinet in 2024 to help livestock producers north of the veterinary cordon fence, but the Namibia National Farmers Union says implementation has stalled. A ministry spokesperson confirmed a misunderstanding between finance and agriculture ministries diverted initial funding, though N$50 million has been allocated in the 2026/27 budget.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Iran and the United States failed to reach a deal on Sunday to end the Middle East conflict, with disagreements over control of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, though both sides have maintained a temporary ceasefire and Pakistan continues to facilitate dialogue.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said the European Union should consider temporarily suspending its strict spending rules if the Iran war and resulting energy shock worsens. Brussels cautioned that such a suspension is only possible if the EU experiences a severe economic crisis, which it said is not currently the case.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
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 →
Italy fell to Bosnia and Hercegovina 4-1 on penalties in a World Cup qualification play-off, with the Azzurri playing most of the match with 10 men after Alessandro Bastoni's red card and failing to convert their penalty attempts. The loss marks Italy's third consecutive World Cup absence, while Bosnia qualified for the tournament in North America for the second time.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso said Wednesday that the team's World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland in Bergamo on Thursday is the most important match of his coaching career, as Italy looks to end a 12-year absence from the World Cup finals after failing to qualify for the last two editions.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
An Electoral Commission commissioner argues that US and Israeli military strategy targeting Iran's leadership has backfired due to Iran's decentralized command structure and the religious significance of slain leaders as martyrs. He suggests Iran is pursuing a war of attrition, leveraging low-cost drone technology to impose unsustainable defense costs on its adversaries.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Daniil Medvedev ended Carlos Alcaraz's 16-match winning streak with a 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) victory to reach the Indian Wells final, where he will face Jannik Sinner, who defeated Alexander Zverev 6-2, 6-4.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Iran launched fresh attacks on energy installations across the Gulf, hitting Bahrain's Al Ma'ameer refinery complex and prompting major producers in Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait to declare force majeure, warning of possible export disruptions. Oil prices surged to their highest levels since 2022 as regional conflict sparked market volatility and US embassy staff evacuations from Saudi Arabia.
10 March 2026 · New Era →
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, has assumed Iran's top position following his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's assassination, taking charge as the Islamic Republic confronts existential conflict. The reclusive cleric, who lost family members in the same strike and has never held public office, now leads a hardline regime while facing threats from the US and Israel, domestic opposition, and economic pressures from escalating Middle Eastern conflict.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Almost three years into Sudan's conflict between the military-led government and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, a recent commercial flight to Khartoum signals potential normalcy, but the underlying causes of the war remain unresolved. Both sides view the conflict as existential, foreign powers continue supplying weapons, and analysts warn that without comprehensive mediation addressing root causes—including demilitarisation, constitutional reform, and accountability for war crimes—the conflict could drag on for decades and potentially splinter the nation.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Oil prices surged as Middle East tensions widened, with the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed and Iran threatening energy supply disruptions, while global equity markets retreated and analysts warned of potential stagflation if the conflict persists.
4 March 2026 · New Era →
Tension is escalating in the Middle East following military exchanges between the US, Israel, and Iran. The Namibian Embassy in Egypt has assured citizens in the region that their safety is a priority and advised them to exercise caution, avoid high-risk areas, and follow local authorities' instructions.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
President Trump said on Monday he is not ruling out sending US troops into Iran while threatening escalated attacks. He told the New York Post and CNN that while ground troops may not be necessary, he would deploy them if required, and signaled a major assault is coming soon.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Following US and Israeli military strikes on Iran over the weekend, Iran responded with missile fire at Israel and other countries, prompting multiple maritime security incidents and causing at least 150 tankers to suspend operations in the Gulf. The escalation has raised global energy security concerns, as approximately 20% of global oil supplies and significant LNG volumes transit the Strait of Hormuz.
2 March 2026 · Informanté →
One person was killed and 11 injured at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports after Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones across the Middle East in response to ongoing US and Israeli attacks. The strikes caused widespread damage to airports, hotels, and ports, forcing thousands of flights to be grounded in one of the largest travel disruptions since COVID-19.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →