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Ghana Embassy in Doha Issues Urgent Security Alert to Nationals in Qatar
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Ghana Embassy in Doha Issues Urgent Security Alert to Nationals in Qatar

The Embassy of Ghana in Doha has issued an urgent security advisory to all Ghanaians residing in Qatar, urging them to immediately take shelter following reports of missile attacks and heightened regional tensions. In a public notice released by the Embassy, nationals have been advised to remain indoors until further notice and to rely solely on official sources for updates and instructions. The advisory follows what the Embassy described as a missile attack and its impact in Doha, raising security concerns across the city and surrounding areas. Safety Precautions The Embassy strongly urged Ghanaians to: Take immediate shelter and remain indoors Stay away from military installations and security-sensitive areas Avoid crowded public spaces Keep essential supplies, i...
RwandAir Suspends Doha and Dubai Flights Amid Middle East Tensions
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RwandAir Suspends Doha and Dubai Flights Amid Middle East Tensions

Rwanda’s national carrier, RwandAir, has announced the temporary suspension of its flights to and from Doha and Dubai due to the evolving security situation in the Middle East. In a travel advisory issued to passengers, the airline confirmed that flights WB300/WB303 (Kigali–Doha–Kigali) and WB304/WB305 (Kigali–Dubai–Kigali) have been suspended until further notice. According to the airline, the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of passengers and crew members. “The safety of our passengers and crew remains our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates as soon as more information becomes available,” the statement said. Passengers Advised to Reschedule RwandAir has indicated that affected passengers m...
US accuses South Africa military of ‘cosying up to Iran’
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US accuses South Africa military of ‘cosying up to Iran’

Warships from Iran and other Brics+ nations are conducting drills off the coast of South Africa The US has accused South Africa's defence ministry of refusing to obey orders from its own government to send home Iranian warships that have been conducting naval exercises in the African country's waters.  "South Africa can't lecture the world on 'justice' while cozying up to Iran," it said in a statement. In response, South Africa's defence ministry said it was launching an inquiry to get to the root of these "serious allegations". Washington has criticised South Africa for inviting Iran at a time when a brutal crackdown against protests was happening in the Middle Eastern country. It said the South African military's actions did not amount to "non-alignment" but...
German cities hold rallies in solidarity with Iran protesters
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German cities hold rallies in solidarity with Iran protesters

Protesters hold flags and placards during a demonstration to protest the Iranian authorities violent crackdown on nationwide protests and to express solidarity with demonstrators in Iran.Credit: Siavosh Hosseini/SOPA Images via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa The mass anti-government protests in Iran drew demonstrators onto the streets of Berlin and Frankfurt on Saturday. The mass anti-government protests in Iran drew demonstrators onto the streets of Berlin and Frankfurt on Saturday. In Berlin, police said around 1,400 people joined a solidarity march through the city centre, while a further 300 gathered at a nearby square. In Frankfurt, around 1,800 people took to the streets. The rallies reflected the growing international support for the protesters in Iran, where surging inflation and ...
Germany: Iranian nuclear programme heavily compromised by strikes
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Germany: Iranian nuclear programme heavily compromised by strikes

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to coordinate closely with his European partners on the escalating conflict in the Middle East.Credit: Kay Nietfeld/dpa Large parts of Iran's nuclear programme have been compromised following the US attacks overnight, a German government spokesman said on Sunday after a security meeting headed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU). However, a precise damage assessment of the US airstrikes would only be possible at a later date, spokesman Stefan Kornelius said after the security Cabinet consultations. Merz was to talk with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during the morning on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, according to informed sources. Kornelius also said Merz and the m...
Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision, reports say
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Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision, reports say

Donald Trump has approved plans to attack Iran, but has not made a final decision on whether to strike the country, the BBC's US partner CBS reports. The US president held off from initiating strikes in case Iran agreed to abandon its nuclear programme, a senior intelligence source told CBS. Trump is reportedly considering a US strike on Fordo, an underground uranium enrichment facility in Iran. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected Trump's demand for unconditional surrender, as the US president said his patience had run out. On Wednesday, Trump said, "I may do it, I may not do it", when asked a question about US involvement in Iran. Khamenei rebuked Trump in Wednesday's recorded speech, saying that "any US military intervention" would be costl...
Ghana Calls for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions Between Israel and Iran
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Ghana Calls for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions Between Israel and Iran

The Government of Ghana has expressed deep concern over the escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran, following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory on June 13, 2025. In an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ghana condemned the intensifying hostilities and urged both nations to exercise maximum restraint in order to prevent further deterioration of regional stability. “Ghana calls upon the parties to prioritize dialogue, refrain from further provocation, and embrace diplomatic channels to de-escalate the situation,” the statement read. Emphasizing its commitment to international peace and security, Ghana urged both Israel and Iran to reaffirm their obligations under the United Nations Charter and respect the princi...
Ghana Begins Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from Iran Amid Escalating Conflict
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Ghana Begins Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

In a swift and decisive move aimed at protecting Ghanaian nationals, the Mahama Administration has announced the immediate evacuation of all Ghanaians residing in Iran. The decision comes in the wake of heightened hostilities between Israel and Iran, posing significant risks to civilians in the region. According to an official government statement released today, the evacuation exercise will involve Ghanaian diplomats, students, professionals, and other citizens currently living in Iran. The evacuation is being conducted through land borders due to security concerns in the region. As part of the emergency measures, Ghana’s Embassy in Tehran has been shut down indefinitely to ensure the safety of diplomatic staff. “The protection of Ghanaian lives remains our utmost priority,” the gov...
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