Germany says it will not join the U.S.–Israel offensive against Iran, stressing limits in military capacity and calling for caution as tensions rise.
Khamenei mourning period begins in Iran as leaders declare 40 days of grief after the Supreme Leader’s death in strikes involving the U.S. and Israel.
Nigerian Army troops have neutralised six terrorists, arrested 11 suspected collaborators and received the surrender of a Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad member in Borno State during intelligence-led operations targeting terrorist fighters and support networks.
Bulgaria election voting has begun, with 27 candidates contesting the presidency as 6.59 million eligible voters prepare to choose their next leader. Opinion polls suggest a runoff is likely, with no candidate expected to secure an outright victory in the first round.
President Bola Tinubu has blamed opposition leaders for Nigeria’s hunger and poverty, accusing them of creating the challenges his administration is working to address during the flag-off of his 2027 presidential campaign in Kaduna.
Enugu traders have reaffirmed their support for Governor Peter Mbah’s second-term bid, praising his administration’s market infrastructure, end of Monday sit-at-home disruptions and unified tax system, as the governor unveils plans for a cargo terminal, Idodo International Market and direct imports from China.