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… They would comply with multilateral or international sanctions, but unilateral sanctions just imposed by the US – they have always seen that as illegitimate.” And although Iran’s neighbours like Pakistan, Turkey and Iraq want to maintain good relationships with the US, they “can’ …
China warns it will protect its interests after US widens sanctions against IranJoy Online
… Syria and Turkey blamed the Israeli military for the attacks that they said threaten to escalate tensions in the region. …
US condemns ‘unnecessary escalation’ after Israeli airstrikes on Syrian airbaseJoy Online
… High representative for Gaza to the US-led Board of Peace, Nickolay Mladenov, and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair were reportedly also part of the meeting, alongside representatives of Egypt, Qatar and Turkey, which have mediated in the peace efforts. …
Trump envoy Kushner arrives in Israel after rare Hamas talks on Gaza peace planJoy Online
… The US Department of Justice also said Ghanaian officials received payments during a trip to Turkey to inspect equipment for the proposed power plant. …
Why are international agencies exposing corruption Ghana cannot detect? — MPJoy Online
… Financial Institution, the Senior Ghana Official, other senior Ghanaian officials and the Presidential Relative traveled to Istanbul, Turkey, to meet with Co-Conspirator 2, Co-Conspirator 3 and other representatives of Turkish Energy Company. …
Asante Berko bribery case: See copy of indictment document describing duties and roles of Ghana official 1, 2, and the othersJoy Online
Two members of US President Donald Trump’s cabinet were on a decoy plane that Trump secretly exited before boarding a different flight in Turkey last month, CBS News reports. …
Members of Trump’s cabinet remained on decoy plane, after president’s quiet exitJoy Online
Two members of US President Donald Trump’s cabinet were on a decoy plane that Trump secretly exited before boarding a different flight in Turkey last month, CBS News reports. …
Members of Trump’s cabinet remained on decoy plane, after president’s quiet exitJoy Online
Two members of US President Donald Trump’s cabinet were on a decoy plane that Trump secretly exited before boarding a different flight in Turkey last month, CBS News reports. …
Members of Trump’s cabinet remained on decoy plane, after Trump’s quiet exitJoy Online
President Donald Trump has confirmed that he secretly swapped planes as he left a Nato summit in Turkey last month due to a possible threat. …
Trump says he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threatJoy Online
Donald Trump secretly swapped planes as he left a Nato summit in Turkey last month, as part of an elaborate ruse in response to a possible Iranian threat, US media report. …
Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports sayFrance scored four goals in the final 13 minutes to beat Belgium in the Nations League, with Bayern Munich's Michael Olise netting twice. Zinedine Zidane maintained his unbeaten start as France topped Group A1 with 10 points from four games.
7 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
France scored four goals in the final 13 minutes to beat Belgium in the Nations League, with Bayern Munich's Michael Olise netting twice. Zinedine Zidane maintained his unbeaten start as France topped Group A1 with 10 points from four games.
7 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
South Africa has expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics, which would make it the first African nation to host the Games. Seven countries total—including Hungary, India, Qatar, Turkey, Germany, and South Korea—are in dialogue with the IOC about 2036, with a submission deadline of 31 October and feasibility assessments planned for completion by March 2027.
8 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called on the government to make a clear decision on the National Cathedral project, arguing it could serve as a tourist attraction and national landmark beyond its function as a place of worship. He made the remarks during an October 6, 2026 meeting between the Minority Caucus and the Christian Council of Ghana, as the government reviews the stalled project following its return to state control.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
France scored four goals in the final 13 minutes to overcome Belgium 4–1 in a Nations League match under Zinedine Zidane. Michael Olise scored twice in the comeback, while Rayan Cherki and Desire Doue also contributed, with France topping Group A1 on 10 points.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
France and Italy meet in a UEFA Nations League League A Group 1 fixture on Friday in Paris. Both teams won their second game earlier in the week, with France enjoying a flawless start under new manager Zinedine Zidane, while Italy bounced back from a defeat to Belgium with a 4-1 win over Turkey.
2 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
According to the 2025 Global Organized Crime Index, Ghana has emerged as both a transit and destination country for heroin trafficking, with the drug primarily originating from Afghanistan, imported by East African nationals, and repackaged for export to the United States by Ghanaian nationals working with Nigerian counterparts. The report notes that heroin distribution has expanded from urban centres of Accra and Tema to rural areas in northern Ghana, and raises concerns about corrupt officials facilitating movement through seaports and airports.
1 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Roberto Mancini, now Italy manager, said allegations of a "double contract" during his time at Manchester City are "not my concern" after the club was found guilty of breaching the majority of 115 financial rules charges brought by the Premier League, including 14 instances of failing to provide accurate payment details from 2009–10 to 2017–18.
29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Roberto Mancini, current Italy manager, said allegations of a "double contract" during his time as Manchester City manager are "not my concern" after the club was found guilty of 114 of 115 Premier League financial rule breaches. Mancini was City manager for three and a half years during which he won the FA Cup in 2011 and the club's first top-flight title in 44 years in 2012.
29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Michael Olise scored in the 88th minute to give France a win over Belgium in the Nations League, Zidane's second consecutive victory. Without Kylian Mbappe due to injury, France struggled to convert chances but ultimately prevailed in Brussels.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roberto Mancini earned his first win since returning as Italy manager in September, defeating Turkey in a Nations League match after suffering a home loss to Belgium on Friday. Italy built a three-goal first-half lead through goals from Alessandro Bastoni, Davide Frattesi, and Michael Kayode.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Paralympic Committee has officially unveiled the Black Challenge squad for the 2026 Amputee World Cup in San Juan de los Lagos, Mexico. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries including Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams, and Gold Fields pledged $500,000 to support the team, with $250,000 directed towards World Cup preparations.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roberto Mancini, the current Italy manager, said an alleged "double contract" during his tenure as Manchester City manager is "not my concern" after the club were found guilty of breaking the majority of financial rules they were accused of breaching, including 14 instances of failing to provide accurate details for player and manager payments from 2009–10 to 2017–18.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the country will await an official US response after President Trump rejected a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping within seven days. Araghchi noted that Trump has made contradictory statements, while Trump claimed the US already has "total control" of the strait and rejected the deal as unacceptable.
27 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Eleven people, reportedly all students, were injured when a 15-year-old male suspect opened fire outside a vocational high school in Turkey's Manisa province on Tuesday morning, leaving two in critical condition. The suspect and three family members, including the grandfather who reportedly owned the weapon, have been detained; authorities say this is the third school shooting in Turkey this year.
23 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Brent crude fell 0.07% to $99.18 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate dropped 0.39% to $90.17 per barrel as Saudi Arabia restored crude supply on its East-West Pipeline to the Red Sea and hopes emerged for a diplomatic resolution to the US-Iran conflict through talks at the UN in New York.
23 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Eleven people, reportedly all students, were injured in a shooting outside Inci Uzmez Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Manisa, Turkey on Tuesday morning. Police detained a 15-year-old male suspect, along with his mother, father, and grandfather, who reportedly owned the weapon used in the attack; two victims remain in critical condition.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The US House of Representatives passed legislation giving President Donald Trump broad powers to impose sanctions on Russia and tariffs of up to 100% on countries that buy Russian oil and gas. India and China are among those most exposed, as both are major buyers of Russian crude.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The UK government is discussing joining the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, a global investment bank led by Canada that would allow governments to borrow at lower costs for defence spending, though Treasury officials said no decision has been made yet.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Police in Turkey have detained 47 people in raids on gay bars and the homes of LGBTQ+ activists across 12 provinces over the weekend, as part of a campaign called "My Family is Safe." Human rights groups accuse the government of using the operation to target the LGBTQ+ community, while authorities say they seized drugs, smuggled alcohol, and a firearm, and are investigating LGBTQ+ association Kaos GL for allegedly posting obscene content accessible to children.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Airports Company Limited won two awards at the 8th ACI World Airport Experience Summit in Istanbul: the Best Airport at Departures – Africa award in the two to five million passengers category, and Customer Experience Accredited Airport – Level (1) recognition for Accra International Airport.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat drew criticism and debate after advising young workers struggling with high rents to consider living with parents or relatives instead of renting expensive apartments. The remarks, made during a radio interview, prompted some residents to call the suggestion unrealistic and insensitive, while others viewed it as practical advice for coping with rising living costs.
7 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission has approved an initial public offering of Dangote Group's refinery business, which could raise approximately $1.63 billion if fully subscribed through the sale of 4.1 billion ordinary shares at 525 naira per share. The 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery, built at a cost of about $20 billion on the outskirts of Lagos, has transformed Nigeria's fuel market and the order book for the offer is set to open on September 14.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Richarlison has been excluded from Tottenham's Premier League squad for the first half of the season after requesting to leave. The Brazilian forward was close to joining Everton before Tuesday's transfer deadline, but the deal fell through; he is expected to leave in coming days, with transfer windows in Turkey and Saudi Arabia still open.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A passenger ferry carrying 259 passengers and eight crew members capsized off the coast of Kyrenia in northern Cyprus on Sunday, leaving at least eight dead and 18 missing. The boat was hit by two waves before capsizing while en route to Turkey; the ship's captain and seven crew members have been detained as part of an investigation.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A passenger ferry carrying 259 passengers and eight crew members capsized off the coast of Kyrenia in northern Cyprus, killing at least eight people and leaving more than a dozen missing. The ship's captain and seven crew members have been detained as authorities investigate the incident, which occurred after the vessel was hit by waves.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A passenger ship carrying 259 passengers and eight crew members capsized off northern Cyprus after departing Kyrenia. A search and rescue operation is underway, with helicopters and coastguard boats dispatched; authorities reported varying numbers of those reached, ranging from 100 to 159.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Israel's Ambassador to Ghana, Roey Gilad, has disagreed with President John Mahama's characterization of Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide, stating that genocide is defined by intent to destroy, not casualty figures, and that Israel's military activity was defensive following the October 7 attack.
28 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Retired Colonel Festus Aboagye has said Africa is being short-changed because African governments fail to negotiate well with foreign partners, and that having abundant resources does not automatically give countries influence. He argued that Africa exports raw materials while capturing only a fraction of the value from finished products, citing gold, oil and cocoa as examples, and warned that the continent's large youth population is not automatically an economic dividend.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana international Kojo Oppong Peprah is set to transfer from French side OGC Nice to Turkish Super Lig club Fenerbahce on a four-year deal before the close of the transfer window. The 22-year-old made 39 appearances for Nice last season and featured for Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The US Africa envoy has called on the UN Security Council to extend its arms embargo to all of Sudan to halt external military and financial support, citing escalating drone attacks by both the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Russia and China oppose the move, saying it would weaken Sudan's army's effectiveness, and a wider embargo would require a Security Council vote.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →