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Palestinian President Says Only U.S. Can Stop Israel’s attack On Rafah As Israel Threatens Assault

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Palestinian President Warns of Impending Crisis as Israel Threatens Assault on Rafah

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Urges U.S. Intervention to Halt Potential Israeli Assault on Rafah Concerns Mount Over Potential Displacement of Palestinian Population Amid Escalating Tensions  Israel’s Offensive in Gaza Sparks Humanitarian Crisis: Thousands Killed, Mass Displacement Reported EKO HOT BLOG reports that in Riyadh on Sunday, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas asserted that solely the United … Read more

Israeli Airstrikes In Rafah Claim 18 Lives, Including 14 Children

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   Israeli airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza, killed 18, including 14 children.  Despite international appeals, Israel continues near-daily raids on Gaza.  The conflict, sparked by a Hamas raid, has left over 34,000 Palestinians dead, with ongoing tensions in the West Bank. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Israeli airstrikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight … Read more

Isreal Strikes Iran: Witnesses Report Drones Spotted Above Isfahan

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Iran's attack

 Israel launches attack on Iran  Witnesses report drones sighted over Isfahan  Escalating tensions between the two nations Eko hot blog reports that The situation in the Middle East is escalating as reports indicate Isreal has launched an attack on Iran. Editor’s Picks  IGP Compounds Yahaya Bello’s Woes, Yanks Police Escort Amid EFCC Manhunt EFCC Launches … Read more

RISING TENSIONS: Explosions Heard In Iran As Israel Launches Retaliatory Strikes

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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) released a photo that it said showed flashes in the sky of Isfahan, Iran following reports of explosions. (Photo: IRGC)

The conflict between Iran and Israel appears to have no end in sight. Despite warnings by Iran to Israel not to respond to its retaliatory attacks, the latter has not be deterred. Israel has reportedly responded to Iran’s Saturday attacks on its soil. Eko Hot Blog reports that an Israeli missile has hit Iran, according … Read more

US Refuses To Join Israeli Retaliatory Action Against Iran – President Biden

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 President Biden announces US will not participate in Israeli retaliation against Iran  Decision follows mass drone and missile attack on Israeli territory Biden emphasizes desire to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East Eko hot blog reports that In response to mounting tensions in the Middle East, President Joe Biden has declared that the United States … Read more

Iran: Israel Vows Retaliation After Drone, Missile Strikes

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Israel vows retaliation

Israel vows retaliation against Iran for drone and missile strikes, raising Middle East tensions. Western allies push for de-escalation as Israel mulls response to Iran amid Hamas conflict. Over 300 Iranian missiles intercepted in first direct assault on Israel from Iranian soil, heightening Israel-Iran tensions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Israel has vowed to retaliate against … Read more

Fury Prefers Joshua Fights In Saudi Arabia, London

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Tyson Fury plans to fight Anthony Joshua twice after his bout with Oleksandr Usyk in May. Fury intends to honour a rematch clause with Usyk before facing Joshua. He emphasizes respect for Usyk’s achievements and anticipates a victory. Eko Hot Blog reports that WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury, has stated his intention to fight Anthony … Read more

FG Plans Foreign Training For Selected Doctors

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, has announced that the Federal Government intends to send medical personnel abroad for specialized training. This initiative aims to curb medical tourism and promote research in the field. Editor’s Pick Military Welcomes Sunday Igboho’s Offer To Combat Insecurity … Read more

Biden Vows Reprisal After Three US Troops Killed In Jordan

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Eko Hot Blog reports that United States President, Joe Biden has  vowed to hold Iran-backed militants accountable for a drone attack on a base in Jordan that claimed the lives of three American troops on Sunday. It is the first time American military personnel have been killed by hostile fire in the Middle East since … Read more

China Deploys Six Warships To Middle East As Israel Steps Up Gaza Strikes

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Israeli-Hamas

EKO HOT BLOG reports China has reportedly deployed six warships to the Middle East as the conflict between Israel and Hamas has heightened. It was gathered the Chinese warships left Muscat for an unspecified location on Saturday after partaking in an exercise with the Omani navy. EDITOR’S PICKS List Of Judges To Hear Atiku, Obi’s … Read more

Israeli-Hamas Conflict: 1,000 Lives Lost, US Deploys Munitions

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Israeli-Hamas Conflict

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Israel, reeling from the deadliest attack on its territory in half a century, formally declared war on Hamas on Sunday as the conflict’s death toll surged to 1,000 after the Palestinian militant group launched a massive surprise assault from Gaza. AFP reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu steeled the shocked … Read more

UAE Issues First Civil Marriage License For Non-Muslim Couple

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Civil marriage

Civil marriage in the Middle East is uncommAlgeria,usually conducted under a religious authority…  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the UAE issued its first civil marriage license for a non-Muslim couple, state media reported Monday, as the Gulf country seeks to keep its edge over regional competitors. The United Arab Emirates — where foreigners make up … Read more

Journalists Seek End To African Women Enslavement In The Middle East

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Enslavement The Journalist Forum for Migration (JIFORM) on Thursday in Abuja tasked the AU to stop the slavery of countless African women in the Middle East through the horrible “Kafala’’ system. Kafala is a system in the Middle East that encouraged the trading of migrants as slaves, Eko hot blog gathered. JIFORM President, Mr Ajibola … Read more

World Oil Prices Hit $69.16 As US Kills Iran’s Soleimani

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Oil Prices Fall To $31 In Wake Of Saudi Price War

World oil prices jumped nearly $3 on Friday after the US killed a top Iranian general, fanning fresh fears of conflict in the crude-rich Middle East, with Tehran warning of “severe” retaliation. The international oil benchmark, Brent crude, hit $69.16 per barrel, its highest since September 17, 2019 before easing to $68.81 per barrel as … Read more

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