BREAKING:🇮🇷 Iran is moving to charge up to $2M per tanker to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Yes, confirmed. Iranian lawmaker Alaeddin Boroujerdi stated today that Iran is now charging certain vessels up to $2M in transit fees through the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "new concept of sovereignty" after 47 years. Multiple reports (TRT World, Anadolu Agency, Lloyd's List) cite this, with at least one tanker operator having paid the fee for safe passage amid current tensions.

Today, President Trump gave a 48-hour deadline to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.

The Trump 48h ultimatum to fully open the Strait of Hormuz (or face US strikes on Iran's power plants) is confirmed—posted on Truth Social March 21, reported across Al Jazeera, Fox, Sky News, ABC. Iran responded by threatening full closure and attacks on regional energy assets.

Strait carries ~20% global oil; prolonged closure spikes prices/inflation. US 10Y yield sits ~4.3-4.39% (FRED data March 20), nearing noted risk levels amid war volatility. ~$9T US debt matures/refinances 2026—higher yields from oil shocks raise servicing costs.

Opening eases inflation expectations, supports Fed cuts & lower yields; closure risks sharper market hit. Geopolitics + macro pressures align as stated, but outcomes hinge on compliance/escalation.

🚨🇮🇷🇺🇸BREAKING: Iran is not seeking a ceasefire but a complete, lasting end to the war, says Iran's Foreign Minister.

Yes, it's accurate. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in a March 21 interview with Kyodo News that Iran seeks "not a ceasefire, but a complete, comprehensive and lasting end to the war," including guarantees against future attacks and compensation for damages. Confirmed by CGTN, Mehr News, China Daily, and others.

JUST IN: 🇬🇧🇮🇷 UK sees no evidence that Iran is targeting Europe with missiles, Reuters reports.

The UK’s assessment downplays the immediate threat to Europe, contradicting Israeli warnings. It reflects caution against escalation and reliance on intelligence consensus, but differences highlight uncertainty over Iran’s true missile capabilities and intentions.

JUST IN: 🇷🇺 Russia says the war in the Middle East is heading toward escalation.

Russia's FM (e.g., Mar 19 statement) attributes it to US/Israeli strikes on Iran triggering uncontrolled spread: attacks expanding to Lebanon/Gulf states, civilian deaths, infrastructure damage, and risks like radiological incidents. They call it "unprovoked aggression," urge immediate halt to those actions, and offer mediation with China/Turkey for diplomatic settlement.

JUST IN: 🇷🇺🇮🇷 Russia says the killing of Iranian leaders "will not go without consequences."

The BRICS post paraphrases Russia's March 18 condemnation of the Israeli airstrike that killed Iranian security chief Ali Larijani (and others).

Peskov's exact words: “We firmly condemn actions aimed at harming the health and, even more, the killing of the leadership of sovereign and independent Iran.”

No Russian official statement includes “will not go without consequences.” The images are just stock photos of Putin and Khamenei.

Primary sources: Moscow Times, Anadolu Agency, Xinhua.

JUST IN: 🇮🇳🇮🇷 Indian refiners to resume buying Iranian oil after US temporarily lifts sanctions.

Yes, it's true per Reuters and multiple reports (India Today, Economic Times, etc.) from March 21. The US issued a 30-day waiver on sanctions for ~140-170M barrels of Iranian oil already at sea to ease the energy crunch from the US-Israeli conflict. Indian refiners plan to buy but await govt directions and payment details.

Iran executes 19-year-old champion wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, two others in horrific public hangings

.Iran executed 19-year-old wrestler Saleh Mohammadi today in Tehran for the alleged murder of a police officer during Jan 8 anti-regime protests in Qom. He was convicted under qisas (retribution) law after a trial where he claimed torture-induced confession; human rights groups (Amnesty, IranHR) cite unfair process, denied defense, ignored alibi.

Iran says he deserved it for killing an officer. Critics call it political suppression of protests.

No Democrats have endorsed the execution. US State Dept previously urged Iran to halt it.

BREAKING 🚨 US and Japan announce $40 billion nuclear power project

US & Japan are announcing a $40B nuclear project: GE Vernova (US) + Hitachi (Japan) will build BWRX-300 small modular reactors in Tennessee & Alabama. 

Part of a new investment fund from their trade pact. Goal: add reliable, low-carbon power for AI/data centers & industry growth while deepening alliance ties. Announcement today at White House with Trump & PM Takaichi.

US government quietly purchases 'alien․gov' and 'aliens․gov' domains.

Registering alien.gov and aliens.gov domains) is almost certainly tied to President Trump's February 2026 directive to declassify and release government files on UFOs/UAPs, extraterrestrial life, and related topics.

These domains are being prepared as a potential official portal or landing page for whatever files/documents get declassified and released under Trump's order. 

A centralized, government-branded spot for the public to access UFO/UAP/extraterrestrial-related information once it's ready.

JUST IN: 🇶🇦🇮🇷 Qatar expels Iranian military and security diplomats, orders them to leave the country within 24 hours.

Typically, diplomats declared persona non grata return to their home country. So these Iranian military and security attachés (plus staff) will head back to Iran within the 24-hour window. Standard diplomatic protocol after Qatar's response to the Ras Laffan strikes.

JUST IN: World Health Organization officials admit they are preparing for "worst-case scenario" nuclear threat if US-Israel war with Iran escalates.

Yes, it's true based on a March 17 Politico interview with WHO Eastern Mediterranean director Hanan Balkhy. She said: “The worst-case scenario is a nuclear incident, and that's something that worries us the most.” WHO is refreshing staff on response protocols and staying vigilant for any attack on Iran's nuclear sites or broader escalation—but emphasizes hope it won't happen and focuses on health prep, not predictions.

JUST IN: The USA released $625,000,000.00 in security funding to World Cup host cities.

According to reports:

South Africa 2010: ~$85M operational security (deploying ~31k police).

Brazil 2014: ~$900M for security forces/tech.

Russia 2018: no public estimates available.

Qatar 2022: ~$1B for protection.

Yes, the US $625M to 2026 host cities is the lowest since SA among those with figures.

🇷🇺🇰🇵BREAKING: North Korea has earned $14.4 Billion from military deals with Russia.

Yes, per a March 2026 report from South Korea's Institute for National Security Strategy: North Korea is estimated to have earned $7.67B–$14.4B (upper end) from arms exports + troop deployments aiding Russia in Ukraine (Aug 2023–Dec 2025). ~$620M from troops (wages/death benefits); rest mostly weapons. Only 4–20% confirmed received so far—much likely in tech/components. Matches the claim at the high end.
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𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄: Senegal have refused to return the AFCON trophy and medals — and they will never consider doing so in the future

𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄: Senegal have refused to return the AFCON trophy and medals — and they will never consider doing so in the future 😳❌🇸🇳

Despite CAF Articles 83, 84, and 8, Senegal argue these clauses should have been applied during the incident itself.

— The federation is reportedly ready to withdraw completely from CAF  

— They will never participate again if forced to hand back the trophy and medals

“Football is for the fans, not for politics.”

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🚨: U.S. cancels mRNA vaccine development, stating it has 'more risks than benefits'.

Yes, it's real. In Aug 2025, HHS Secretary RFK Jr. announced winding down $500M in BARDA funding for 22 mRNA vaccine projects targeting respiratory viruses (flu, COVID, etc.), citing "mRNA technology poses more risks than benefits" after reviewing data with NIH/FDA experts. Private development continues separately; critics called it premature. Official HHS release confirms it.

JUST IN: 🇺🇸 Over $800,000,000,000 wiped from U.S stock market value today.

Yes, it's approximately true. Major US indexes fell today: Dow -1.63% (768 pts to 46,225), S&P 500 -1.36%, Nasdaq -1.46%. With total US market cap ~$65-70T, a ~1.4% drop wipes out roughly $800-950B in value—standard reporting for such sessions amid Fed rate hold & inflation/oil concerns.

BREAKING:Iran requests that FIFA move its World Cup matches from the U.S. to Mexico.

Yes, the news is true. Iran's football federation president Mehdi Taj stated they're negotiating with FIFA to move their 2026 World Cup group matches from the US (LA & Seattle) to Mexico over player safety concerns amid tensions. FIFA says they're in contact with Iran but expect all teams to play per the announced schedule. Reports from Reuters, ESPN, Guardian confirm this.

JUST IN🇮🇷❌🇮🇱🔥 An Israeli Spy (Koroush Kivani) caught in Iran has been Executed after he found guilty of transferring #Starlink or Weapons to anti-regime protesters.

According to Iran's Mizan News Agency (judiciary-affiliated), Koroush Keyvani (aka Kivani) was convicted of spying for Israel after completing legal procedures and Supreme Court confirmation. Execution carried out March 18, 2026. No independent verification from Western sources yet; details vary slightly across reports (e.g., images/info to Mossad vs. Starlink/weapons).

JUST IN: 🇮🇷🇮🇱 Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi says the US was "drawn into this war by Israel or more precisely by Netanyahu himself."

The US has its own strategic interests driving involvement: curbing Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missiles (viewed as existential threats), countering Tehran's proxy networks (Hezbollah, Houthis, etc.) that attack US forces/bases and allies, and protecting global energy flows via the Strait of Hormuz amid oil price spikes and supply risks. 

Officials frame recent strikes as responses to imminent dangers, not just following Israel's lead—though the alliance amplifies coordination. Iran calls it unprovoked escalation.

🚨🇮🇱🇷🇺 BREAKING: IDF spokesperson Anna Ukolova, Ukrainian-born, issues a veiled threat in an interview that they can assassinate Putin:

🚨🇮🇱🇷🇺 BREAKING: IDF spokesperson Anna Ukolova, Ukrainian-born, issues a veiled threat in an interview that they can assassinate Putin:

"Khamenei's elimination shows our capabilities are serious. No one who wishes us harm will be left aside. I hope Moscow does not wish Israel ill right now. I'd like to believe that"

🚨🇲🇦 BREAKING: Morocco have been announced as AFCON winners with final result overturned by CAF.

🚨🇲🇦 BREAKING: Morocco have been announced as AFCON winners with final result overturned by CAF.

Senegal have been declared to have forfeited the match with Morocco declared 3-0 winners by official statement.

CAF statement tonight. ⤵️🇲🇦

JUST IN: 🇮🇷 Top Iranian Leader Ali Larijani confirmed dead following targeted US-Israeli strikes, Israel says.

Israeli officials, incl. Defense Minister Katz, claim Ali Larijani was killed in an overnight airstrike on Iran. 

Iranian authorities say he's due to address the public today. 

No independent confirmation; reports are conflicting and developing.

BREAKING: Iran blows up another Tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.

Yes, recent reports from CBS News (7h ago) and Fox News confirm Iran struck a U.S.-owned oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz today, amid ongoing attacks on multiple vessels (over 20 in recent weeks per Reuters). The burning ship image matches the March 11 Mayuree Naree strike; the missile is illustrative. Tensions are high with shipping disruptions.

🚨🔵 Chelsea have been handed a £10.7m fine for breaching Premier League rules related to financial reporting

🚨🔵 Chelsea have been handed a £10.7m fine for breaching Premier League rules related to financial reporting, third-party investment and youth development during the Roman Abramovich era.

The club have also received an immediate 9-month academy transfer ban, plus a 1-year first-team transfer ban (suspended for two years).

China has surrounded Taiwan with 26 warplanes and 7 warships.

Yes, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting exactly 26 Chinese military aircraft (16 entering its ADIZ) and 7 naval vessels operating around the island in the 24 hours to Sunday morning March 15. This matches the claim and follows a 2-week lull in flights (warships continued daily). It's ongoing pressure, not a new encirclement or invasion signal per multiple reports from Reuters, CNA, AP and Bloomberg.

Will China invade Taiwan since the United States is busy in the Middle East?