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Also known as: Tehran

2026-04-242026-06-15

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  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Oil prices climbed on Wednesday, moving away from a seven-week low touched in the previous ‌session, after the U.S. military launched new strikes against Iran and as market data showed another large draw in U.S.

    Oil climbs as US-Iran tensions flare again while stockpiles tighten
  3. Joy Online

    The United States says it’s completed a series of strikes against Iran, which has retaliated by launching drones and missiles.

    US and Iran exchange fire after American patrol helicopter downed in Hormuz
  4. Joy Online

    There have also been a series of visa issues connected to participants from Iran in recent days.

    England taking care of Saka before World Cup – Tuchel
  5. Joy Online

    The region is still reeling after Iran and Israel exchanged fire the previous day.

    US military helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz, two crew members rescued
  6. Joy Online

    Treasury note were at a ⁠two-week high, increasing the opportunity cost of holding gold. * ​Iran and Israel said on Monday they had halted attacks on each ​other after an appeal from U.S.

    Gold extends falls on rising Treasury yields
  7. Joy Online

    Oil prices inched up in early trade on Tuesday after Iran and Israel left ​the door open to a possible resumption of attacks on each other, though ‌they had called a halt to hostilities following an appeal from U.S.

    Oil rises slightly as investors await clarity after Iran-Israel halt attacks
  8. Joy Online

    On Monday, markets were also rattled by a rise in oil prices, fuelling concerns of inflation, after Iran and Israel exchanged strikes for the first time since a ceasefire was agreed between the sides and the US in April.

    Stock market jitters remain amid tech fears and renewed Middle East attacks
  9. Joy Online

    When Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel overnight in response to Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, the immediate military significance of the attack appeared to be limited.

    Iran’s strike on Israel suggests the regime’s sense of resilience is growing
  10. Joy Online

    The Minister said recent conflicts involving the United States and Iran prompted the government to assess Ghana’s vulnerability to external fuel supply shocks.

    President Mahama directed urgent energy security measures amid Middle East tensions – John Jinapor
  11. Daily Guide

    Iranian national team lineup Iran’s national football team has been granted visas to enter the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, easing uncertainty just days before their opening match in Los Angeles.

    Iran World Cup Squad Granted U.S. Visas Ahead Of Tournament Opener
World & Region

US deports Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic

The News

The United States deported an Iranian pro-democracy activist to the Central African Republic, according to her lawyer, who described the transfer as "super dangerous" because the activist has no connection to the country. The Iranian American Legal Defence Fund had warned that three Iranian women fleeing persecution faced deportation risk.

10 hours ago · Joy Online

Today

  1. US deports Iranian pro-democracy activist to Central African Republic

    The United States deported an Iranian pro-democracy activist to the Central African Republic, according to her lawyer, who described the transfer as "super dangerous" because the activist has no connection to the country. The Iranian American Legal Defence Fund had warned that three Iranian women fleeing persecution faced deportation risk.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. FIFA, Uruguay clash over World Cup travel delay in Miami

    Uruguay's national team experienced a travel delay from Cancun to Miami on the eve of their World Cup 2026 match against Saudi Arabia due to an airline permitting error. FIFA blamed the airline for paperwork issues preventing the aircraft's clearance to fly, while the Uruguayan FA blamed FIFA for the disruption.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online

  3. Global leaders welcome US-Iran peace agreement and ceasefire

    U.S. and Iranian officials announced a deal to end their war, halt the U.S. blockade of Iran, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Global leaders including the UN Secretary-General, European nations, and Australia have welcomed the agreement, with emphasis on nuclear non-proliferation and freedom of navigation.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Oil prices fall on US-Iran deal and Strait reopening

    Oil prices declined after Pakistan announced a deal between the US and Iran, with President Trump saying the agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping route. Brent crude fell 3.8% to $84.02 a barrel and US oil dropped 4.1% to $81.40, after the strait had been effectively closed since February airstrikes triggered Iranian threats against vessels.

    14 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. UK and Japan agree £18 billion investment partnership

    The UK and Japan have agreed a multi-billion-pound investment deal in which Japanese firms will spend more than £9bn on UK infrastructure and financial services and up to £9bn on UK offshore wind, creating tens of thousands of jobs, according to Downing Street.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online

  3. Iran World Cup delegation wins four visa appeals, eleven still banned

    Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation have won appeals against US visa rejections, but 11 members of the party will not be allowed to travel to the US. Iran's team is based in Mexico after initially being denied visas for backroom staff members.

    14 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 13 June

  1. Trump announces US-Iran deal signing Sunday; Tehran expresses caution

    President Trump said a deal to end fighting between the US and Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday, with the Strait of Hormuz to be "open to all" once agreed, though Iranian foreign ministry spokesman expressed caution about the timeline.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Israel strikes Lebanon; Iran reports US peace deal near

    Israel has carried out air strikes in southern Lebanon after ordering evacuations from about 20 locations, with at least one person killed in Marrakeh, Lebanese state media reports. Pakistan's Prime Minister, mediating US-Iran talks, says a peace deal is closer than ever and likely within 24 hours, with Iran's foreign minister saying the agreement would include an end to conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. UK to ban Russian diesel and jet fuel imports by 2027

    The UK government has committed to banning imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian oil by 1 January 2027 as part of its sanctions package following the war with Ukraine. The temporary licence will be reviewed every two weeks and could be revoked sooner than the end date.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Iran says US deal would reopen Strait of Hormuz, lift blockade

    Iran's Foreign Minister said a deal with the US to end fighting includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting a US blockade, with nuclear programme talks to follow later. US officials confirmed some details, saying economic benefits for Iran would depend on Tehran meeting its obligations.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 12 June

  1. Iran says US deal would reopen Strait of Hormuz

    Iran's Foreign Minister said a deal with the US to end fighting includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting a US blockade, though nuclear talks would follow later. US officials confirmed some details, linking economic benefits for Iran to Tehran meeting its obligations.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Cote d'Ivoire supporters denied US visas for World Cup

    Home-based Cote d'Ivoire supporters have been denied visas to travel to the United States for the World Cup, according to the president of the National Committee of Elephants Supporters. The visa denials prevent the supporters group from organising trips for fans to follow their team, which faces Ecuador, Curacao, and Germany in its group matches.

    12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. FIFA chief defends visa handling ahead of World Cup

    FIFA President Infantino said the organization cannot override government decisions on visa and immigration matters, addressing a case where a Somali referee was denied U.S. entry despite holding a valid visa. Infantino stressed that FIFA is working behind the scenes on outstanding issues but acknowledged that immigration decisions ultimately rest with national authorities.

    12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. US gasoline supplies tighten as summer driving season peaks

    The U.S. is entering peak summer driving season amid a gasoline supply crunch, as refiners prioritize diesel and jet fuel exports to address global shortages from Strait of Hormuz disruptions, while domestic demand remains robust despite pump prices surging roughly 40% since the war started. Gasoline inventories sank to their lowest seasonal level in a decade at 215.1 million barrels in early June, with analysts warning of a supply deficit.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Trump says Iran war deal possible this weekend

    President Trump said on Thursday a peace deal with Iran could be signed as soon as this weekend, with the Strait of Hormuz to open upon signing; Iran's Foreign Ministry said large parts of the agreement have been finalised but no final conclusion has been reached.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Trump claims Iran war deal is close, Iran denies agreement

    US President Donald Trump claimed an initial agreement to end the war with Iran is close after cancelling strikes, but Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said reports of an agreement were "speculative" and that "nothing has been finalised." The two countries have exchanged intermittent fire despite agreeing a ceasefire in April, with Trump repeating claims that a deal is near.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Oil prices fall as Trump cancels planned strikes on Iran

    Brent crude fell $1.83 (2%) to $88.55 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate dropped $1.60 (1.8%) to $86.11 after U.S. President Donald Trump called off planned strikes on Iran on Thursday, citing progress in discussions that could lead to a peace deal reopening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping as soon as this weekend.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 11 June

  1. Ghana's set-piece strategy primes World Cup 2026 campaign

    Ghana scored 23 goals in 10 World Cup qualifiers, seven from set-pieces, under the guidance of Belgian set-piece coach Gregory De Grauwe. The team has refined its attacking set-pieces by targeting the back post where centre-backs Alexander Djiku and Mohammed Salisu are stationed, while also improving defensive organisation at set-pieces.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. US and Iran exchange military strikes amid ceasefire breakdown

    The US and Iran exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day, straining a ceasefire agreed in April. The US conducted "self-defence strikes" targeting Iranian military and radar sites; Iran responded with ballistic missiles at US assets in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, with Iran's foreign ministry saying the ceasefire is now "practically meaningless."

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. US Vice-President Vance criticizes Netanyahu over policy misalignment

    US Vice-President JD Vance said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "has certainly gotten some things wrong," citing misalignment between Israeli and American interests, as tensions have emerged between the two allies over recent weeks regarding military action in Lebanon and Iran policy.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Three Indian sailors killed in US strike on oil tanker

    The US military struck the Palau-flagged MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman after accusing it of violating an American blockade by attempting to transport oil from Iran, killing three Indian sailors of the 24 crewmen aboard; 21 were rescued.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Iran threatens to halt World Cup matches over flags and slogans

    Iran's Sports Minister said the team will stop matches if unauthorised flags are displayed or slogans targeting the national team are chanted at stadiums, following criticism of Iran's World Cup participation. The warning comes as Iran opens its Group G campaign against New Zealand on June 15, with subsequent matches against Belgium and Egypt.

    11 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  6. FIFA president Infantino dismisses World Cup controversies

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino told journalists to "chill, relax" about controversies surrounding the 2026 World Cup, including a Somali referee's refusal of entry to the United States, an Iraqi player's questioning at Chicago airport, and Iran's forced base relocation and visa denials. Infantino described the referee's rejection as merely "unfortunate" and defended US President Donald Trump as essential to hosting the tournament.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Oil prices rise amid US-Iran strikes and Strait closure

    Oil prices jumped as Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed following fresh U.S. strikes against Iran, with President Trump threatening further attacks. Brent futures rose 1.59% to $94.58 a barrel and U.S. crude climbed 1.90% to $91.74.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 10 June

  1. FIFA Men's World Cup forecast to attract record $50bn in global wagers

    The upcoming FIFA Men's World Cup is projected to be the biggest betting event in history, with over $50bn in wagers placed globally—a significant increase from the $35bn wagered during the 2022 Qatar tournament. The surge is driven by expansion from 32 to 48 teams, favourable time zones in the US, Canada and Mexico, and the growing US sports betting market where 65% of the population can now gamble on sports.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Japanese anime fans oppose Trump's use of characters

    A backlash is growing in Japan over US President Donald Trump's use of popular anime and manga characters in social media posts, with almost 20,000 people signing a petition since March arguing he does not share the characters' values and that using them for political purposes could infringe creators' rights. The Pokémon Company International has condemned Trump's use of its imagery.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Global stock markets fall on tech fears and Middle East tensions

    Asian stock markets suffered steep losses on Monday as investors grew concerned about overvalued artificial intelligence investments and a rise in oil prices following renewed Iran-Israel strikes. US markets recovered some losses with the Nasdaq closing up 0.9% and the S&P 500 up 0.3%, though South Korea's Kospi index fell 8.3% and Japan's Nikkei dropped 3.9%.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. US inflation reaches three-year high of 4.2% in May

    US inflation rose to 4.2% in May, the fastest pace in three years, driven primarily by rising energy costs amid the US and Israel's war in Iran. The increase from 3.8% the previous month marks the third consecutive monthly rise in the Consumer Price Index.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Trump says US will strike Iran again on Wednesday

    Donald Trump said the US will hit Iran "hard" on Wednesday after the two sides exchanged strikes overnight, and reiterated a call for Iran to "sign a deal." Iran's foreign ministry spokesman accused the US of damaging diplomatic efforts through contradictory messages and violations of a ceasefire.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Iran's fan ticket allocation revoked before World Cup

    Iran's football federation says FIFA has revoked the country's allocation of fan tickets for the group stage of the World Cup, which begins tomorrow. The federation states it had already begun selling tickets under FIFA regulations allowing each federation to distribute 8 per cent of tickets for their matches to supporters, and accuses FIFA of interference by non-sporting and political considerations.

    10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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