Strait of Hormuz blockade should continue says Iran's new Supreme Leader: Middle East conflict on 12 March
Iran should continue “blocking the Strait of Hormuz,” while the U....
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Friday, sending tremors across the region. Local authorities are now assessing potential damage and preparing for possible aftershocks.
A powerful 5.6 magnitude earthquake rattled Sulawesi, Indonesia, on Friday, with tremors felt across the region. The German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ) confirmed the quake’s epicenter was located 10 kilometers beneath the earth's surface.
As the shaking subsided, local authorities immediately began assessing the potential damage and preparing for any aftershocks that might follow. Emergency response teams are on high alert, while geological experts continue to monitor the situation closely, ensuring that crucial information is passed on to both residents and first responders.
Indonesia, situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, is no stranger to seismic activity. The country's geographic location makes it highly susceptible to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. In response, Indonesia has taken significant steps to bolster its disaster preparedness and improve its ability to handle such natural events.
This earthquake serves as a stark reminder of the challenges Indonesia faces in managing seismic risk, but the country's ongoing commitment to strengthening its disaster management infrastructure aims to reduce the impact of future events. As the situation develops, authorities remain vigilant, ensuring that residents stay informed and safe in the wake of this natural disaster.
The 32 countries belonging to the Internatioanl Energy Agency agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil on Wednesday (11 March), in efforts aimed at bringing down the price of crude oil, which has soared since fighting between Iran, Israel and the U.S. started at the end of February.
The U.S. should shut down its military bases in the Middle East, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday (12 March). His words were read out by a broadcaster on state Iranian television.
A towering lava fountain from Kilauea shot about 400 metres into the air late on Tuesday (11 March) on Hawaii Island, prompting temporary closures at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and part of a key highway as volcanic ash and debris fell over nearby areas.
More than 68,000 children in eastern Afghanistan have been displaced after clashes between Afghan and Pakistani forces intensified along the border, according to a new report by Save the Children.
Norwegian police apprehended three brothers suspected of carrying out Sunday's (8 March) bombing at the U.S. embassy in Oslo, in an attack investigators have branded an act of terrorism.
Freight transport on the China–Europe Railway Express grew strongly in the first two months of 2026, highlighting the growing importance of rail links between Asia and Europe. The network moved about 352,000 shipping containers between January and February, a 25% increase from a year earlier.
At least 64 people have been killed in southern Ethiopia following recent landslides and floods, the regional government’s communications office said on Thursday (12 March), citing local police
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Norwegian police apprehended three brothers suspected of carrying out Sunday's (8 March) bombing at the U.S. embassy in Oslo, in an attack investigators have branded an act of terrorism.
Oil prices continue to fluctuate as a result of the conflict in the Middle East with Iran and the insecurity of ships sailing through the key Strait of Hormuz route. Iran has said it will target any ship linked to the U.S., Israel or their allies.
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