Ramaphosa to Deliver Tribute at Jesse Jackson’s Funeral
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a tribute at the funeral of American civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, which is currently underway in the United States.
The South African president is among several international dignitaries paying tribute to Jackson, who was widely respected for his role in the civil rights movement and for his longstanding support of the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa.
Jesse Jackson passed away on 17 February 2026 at the age of 84.
HAPPENING NOW: IRAN STRIKES NEAR WORLD’S BUSIEST AIRPORT
Shockwaves rippled across the Middle East today after Iran launched drones and missiles that struck near Dubai International Airport (DXB) in the United Arab Emirates, sending panic through one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs.
The strike, reported on March 7, 2026, is believed to be retaliation for recent US–Israeli military actions in the region. Explosions were reported close to the airport’s runways and terminal areas, prompting an immediate suspension of flights and emergency lockdown procedures.
Airport authorities confirmed that several staff members were injured, though no passenger fatalities have been reported so far. Initial assessments indicate minor structural damage to facilities near the airfield, but the attack triggered widespread disruption to global travel as aircraft were diverted and departures halted.
Security forces have been deployed around the airport while emergency teams assess the situation. The incident marks a dramatic escalation in regional tensions and raises fears that critical international infrastructure could become targets in the growing confrontation.
SANDF Deployment to Crime Hotspots Will Take Time, Says Cachalia
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to crime-ridden areas will take time, as soldiers must first undergo specialised training to understand their role in supporting the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Cachalia explained that the training is necessary to ensure proper coordination between the army and police during operations targeting organised crime, gang violence, and illegal mining. He emphasised that the military’s role will be to stabilise affected communities and support law enforcement, rather than replace police officers on the ground.
The SANDF deployment forms part of the government’s broader strategy to combat rising crime in several hotspots, including provinces such as the Western Cape, Gauteng, and the Eastern Cape. Once training is completed, troops are expected to begin operations in identified areas, with the mission planned to run until April 2027.
Cachalia has cautioned that the deployment should not be viewed as a “magic bullet” to solve the country’s crime crisis, noting that it is intended to create space for broader strategies aimed at dismantling organised crime networks.
Hon Munir Zulu is out of jail.. He has served his sentence and an additional 90 days.. He is now a free man…
Details later…
And I want to officially confirm as a family Spokesperson on matters of Hon Zulu that indeed he is out, fit and sound.
When i spoke to him, he confirmed that indeed he is out, with more determination and eagerness to add through his voice and advocacy, to the development of this country which has been slow especially under Mr Hakainde Hichilema.
Regards his political future, Hon Zulu says he will state his position in a few weeks time after resting and ofcourse consulting us as a family. He however emphatically indicated that once a politician, one can not stop and that he desires to serve the people of Zambia through a duty in Parliament and at National level in the near future.
He says thank you to family, friends and comrades on social media for the overwhelming support he received while serving his jail term which he terms as an unfair ordeal as facts where clear and plain to all..
Hon Zulu in his usual jovial and determined mood stated that he will continue with his political advocacy without fear or favour for the good of the country and the Zambian people at large.
As a family, we want to thank you all for the support rendered this far and we say it must not end from here..
Recent reports say Israeli intelligence spent years hacking into Tehran’s vast network of traffic cameras.
This covert access was reportedly used to track the movements of Iran’s top officials ahead of the February 28, 2026 airstrike that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The security breach was first reported by the Financial Times.
According to the report, cameras originally installed by Iran to monitor the public were secretly accessed by Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, to watch government officials instead.
Watching the Bodyguards Israeli operatives reportedly focused not only on the Supreme Leader himself but also on his bodyguards and drivers. By monitoring the cameras over several years, they were able to learn:
• Where the guards lived and parked their personal vehicles. • When they began their work each day. • The routes they used to reach the high-security compound on Pasteur Street.
One camera was reportedly positioned in a way that clearly showed a parking area used by the elite security team, helping analysts map the daily “pattern of life” around some of the most protected areas of Iran’s leadership.
“Mundubile Has Never Won Any Court Case or Planned Any National Election ,He Cannot Defeat HH” – KBF
By Current Zambia
People Must Prosper (PMP) President Kelvin Bwalya Fube, popularly known as KBF, says Brian Mundubile has never won any court case in Zambia and cannot win an election against President Hakainde Hichilema.
Speaking in an interview with Diamond TV Zambia, KBF said Mundubile lacks the political strength to challenge President Hichilema in any election, adding that he has no track record of winning major political contests.
He further alleged that Zumani Zimba, the Secretary General of the Tonse Alliance, was influenced by Mundubile to push his political agenda.
KBF also claimed that people who attended the recent convention were mostly street youths from Lusaka who were allegedly hired and taken to a Chinese-owned hall where they were asked to vote for Mundubile.
According to him, both Chifumu Banda and Dr Pule were misled during the process.
He maintained that the entire exercise was manipulated to favour Mundubile.
WHEN TRADITION MEETS POLITICS: WHY CHIEF MPEZENI’S ENDORSEMENT OF PRESIDENT HH IS DEEPLY TROUBLING
By Thandiwe Ketiš Ngoma
It is deeply unfortunate and troubling to witness traditional leaders stepping into the arena of partisan politics. The recent endorsement of President Hakainde Hichilema by Chief Mpezeni raises serious concerns about the role of traditional authority in a democratic society such as Zambia.
Traditional leaders occupy a sacred and respected place in our communities. Chiefs are custodians of culture, guardians of tradition, and unifying figures who represent all their subjects regardless of political affiliation. Their authority is meant to rise above partisan divisions. When a chief publicly endorses a sitting president or any political leader, that neutrality is compromised, and the unity of the people they lead is placed at risk.
Chief Mpezeni is not merely a private citizen expressing a personal political preference. He is a traditional leader whose words carry weight among thousands of subjects who look up to him for guidance and leadership. By openly endorsing President Hakainde Hichilema, he inadvertently places those subjects who hold different political views in an uncomfortable position. It sends the message that those who do not support the President may somehow be out of step with their traditional authority.
This is precisely why Zambia’s constitutional framework and long-standing democratic traditions expect chiefs to remain politically neutral. Their role is not to campaign for politicians but to serve as a moral compass and a stabilizing force within society. When traditional leaders enter partisan politics, they blur the line between governance and tradition, and this can weaken both institutions.
Furthermore, the endorsement of a sitting president by a chief raises legitimate concerns about the independence of traditional leadership. Citizens begin to question whether such endorsements are genuine expressions of support or whether they are influenced by political pressure, government incentives, or promises of development projects. Even if none of these factors are present, the perception alone can damage public trust.
Traditional leaders should be advocates for their communities, not political campaigners. Their duty is to engage with whichever government is in power to advocate for development, infrastructure, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities for their people. That engagement should remain professional and non-partisan so that they can work effectively with any administration chosen by the people.
History has shown that when chiefs align themselves too closely with political leaders, they risk losing the respect and confidence of sections of their own communities. Politics is inherently divisive, but traditional leadership is meant to unite. A chief must be able to welcome and represent every subject equally, whether they support the ruling party, the opposition, or no political party at all.
https://youtu.be/r2Y9Xtuqt5g?si=QW5tsja2WGyn0cxV
Chief Mpezeni’s endorsement of President Hakainde Hichilema therefore sets a troubling precedent. It sends the wrong message about the boundaries between traditional authority and political power. It risks politicizing an institution that has long been a pillar of stability in Zambia’s social fabric.
Zambia’s democracy depends on strong and independent institutions. Traditional leadership is one of those institutions, and its strength lies in its neutrality. Chiefs should remain above partisan battles so that they can continue to serve as unifying figures for their people.
The country needs traditional leaders who stand for all their subjects, not leaders who appear to stand with one political camp. Respect for tradition demands nothing less
IMPASSE OVER THE BURIAL OF ECL – A CHRISTIAN NATION THAT CANT PRACTICE BIBLICAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION
President Hakainde Hichilema must know what the Bible teaches about disputes.
Ephesians 4:26-27, says, “Be angry, and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your wrath, nor give place to the devil.”
If Hichilema had turned this Biblical concept into public policy, his predecessor would have been long buried.
That very day the Lungu family questioned the burial program complaining that it was contrary to what had been agreed, the impasse would have been resolved.
Some of us keep holding Hichilema responsible because the buck stops at him.
What is so difficult about turning the Biblical concept regarding dispute resolution into public policy when we are a Christian nation?
Nelson Mandela, even without formally declaring South Africa a Christian nation, turned forgiveness, a Biblical concept, into public policy.
And look at how the whole nation chose not to avenge their years of oppression!
They embraced their former tormentors and resolved to work together to heal the nation.
If there was an opportunity when the declaration of Zambia as a Christian nation should have been on full display, it was immediately following the death of Edgar Chagwa Lungu.
The whole nation knows the beef that stood between Hichilema and Lungu.
The dispute over his burial is a continuation of the toxic relations between the two men.
https://youtu.be/r2Y9Xtuqt5g?si=QW5tsja2WGyn0cxV
However, Christian principles would have demanded a different outcome – immediate resolution of any differences.
Unfortunately, the Declaration of Zambia as a Christian nation has been rendered of no effect.
It remains a form that has no substance. We are a nation who confesses Christ by our mouth but reject His Lordship over our lives and our land.
By this, we make a mockery of His ministry and His death on the cross.
Tragically, there’s growing evidence that collectively, our conscience as a nation has become so seared, the voice of reason no longer holds sway over our politically peppered positions on this matter.
When the devil looks up to heaven, he must be having a very hearty laugh teasing Christ and mocking the alleged ineffectiveness of His dispute resolution teaching over the Hichilema/Lungu burial impasse.
🇿🇲 CONTEXT | Maurice Hichilema Transfer Miscast as “Appointment” in Political Narrative
A claim circulating in our political space has raised questions about the transfer of Maurice Hichilema, brother to President Hakainde Hichilema, to the Local Government Service Commission (LGSC). The debate began yesterday after opposition commentator and former diplomat Emmanuel Mwamba published a post suggesting the President had placed his own brother in a strategic position linked to the administration of the 2026 elections.
Mwamba framed the development as a political appointment.
“President Hakainde Hichilema has appointed his brother, Maurice Hichilema… as Commissioner Secretary of the Local Government Service Commission,” Mwamba wrote. He went on to argue the institution “is key in appointing, transferring and managing Town Clerks and Council Secretaries who serve as district electoral officers responsible for administering elections at district level.”
The implication in the post is clear: the President may be positioning a close relative inside a structure connected to election administration ahead of Zambia’s August 13, 2026 general elections.
But the document Mwamba himself circulated tells a more administrative story.
The letter from the Civil Service Commission, which Mwamba shared publicly, uses a different word to describe the move. It states:
“Mr. Maurice Hichilema, Director – DHRD be transferred to the Local Government Service Commission… and be regraded as Commission Secretary.”
The distinction between appointment and transfer is not minor.
An appointment usually implies bringing someone into office through political selection or introducing an individual into the system. A transfer reflects internal redeployment within the career civil service. The letter shows that Maurice Hichilema was already serving in government as Director of Human Resource Development at the Public Service Management Division before the move.
The same document also records changes involving other senior officers. It states that Moses Mbumba, who served as Commission Secretary at the Local Government Service Commission, would be transferred to the Public Service Management Division, while Amusa Zaza, Deputy Commission Secretary at the Commission, would move to the Ministry of Justice.
The letter therefore reflects a broader administrative reshuffle rather than the installation of a single individual.
This background matters because Maurice Hichilema has been part of Zambia’s civil service long before his brother assumed the presidency in 2021. His earlier roles within Cabinet Office structures focused on human resource development and training for public institutions, work that falls within the technical career track of the civil service.
None of this removes the political debate surrounding optics. Public scrutiny often intensifies during election cycles, particularly when relatives of sitting leaders hold positions within state institutions. Citizens are free to question whether such arrangements strengthen or weaken public confidence.
https://youtu.be/r2Y9Xtuqt5g?si=QW5tsja2WGyn0cxV
Accuracy, however, remains essential in public discourse.
The document cited in the original claim describes a civil service transfer, not a new political appointment. The difference does not end debate about governance or institutional perception. It simply ensures the discussion begins with the correct administrative facts.
Language shapes political narratives. In matters involving public institutions and elections, precision becomes more than a technical detail. It becomes the difference between analysis and mischaracterisation.
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Politics is not something you can quit, says Dora Siliya
Former information minister Dora Siliya says politics is a lifelong calling and cannot simply be abandoned by those who truly believe in public service.
peaking on Musanza TV’s Tikambepo programme, Siliya said although she has taken time away from frontline politics to pursue other activities such as mentoring and writing a book, she has not left politics.
“A real politician cannot stop being a politician,” she said. Siliya described politics as a career similar to other professions, arguing that people should not enter the field simply because they have failed elsewhere.
https://youtu.be/r2Y9Xtuqt5g?si=QW5tsja2WGyn0cxV
She also called for competent and qualified leadership in government and political parties, warning against corruption, political violence and poorly organised parties.
According to Siliya, Zambia needs fearless leaders who can reform political parties and restore proper standards of leadership in the country.
“BATTLE FOR THE CHAIR” ROCKS NCP AS VEEP DANIEL NYATI ANNOUNCES PRESIDENT PETER CHANDA’S EXPULSION
The opposition New Congress Party –NCP National Executive Committee –NEC has expelled its party president Pastor Peter Chanda for alleged breaches of the party constitution.
This follows the invitation of PF aspiring president Makebi Zulu to be the NCP’s presidential candidate for the 2026 Zambian General Elections without following due procedure.
Announcing the development at a press briefing this morning, NCP Vice-President Daniel Nyati said the decision was made during a NEC meeting chaired by Joseph Sambambi in Lusaka.
Mr Nyati says the committee was informed that Pastor Chanda had earlier announced on January 29 that the party had unanimously selected Mr Zulu as its presidential candidate for the 2026 general elections.
He however says the NEC determined that any such appointment must be endorsed by the committee in accordance with the party constitution.
Mr Nyati says the committee established that Pastor Chanda’s announcement had not received the required endorsement.
He says members of the committee also considered reports that the president declined to attend the meeting convened to clarify the circumstances surrounding the decision.
The Secretary General Jonathan Nganga was also cited for allegedly failing to convene the NEC meeting despite instructions from the party chairperson.
Mr Nyati says following deliberations, the NEC resolved to expel both pastor Chanda and Mr Nganga from the party with immediate effect.
He says the committee further resolved that he, Mr Nyati will perform the functions of party president until a new leader is elected in accordance with the party constitution.
Meanwhile, Vice Secretary General Jonathan Phiri has been appointed to act as Secretary General.
But in a brief statement, the Party has dismissed and condemn as malicious propaganda the purported expulsion of its president.
In a statement posted on its Information and Publicity Desk Facebook page, the party says the claims are false, unfounded and deliberately intended to mislead members and the public.
It says Pastor Chanda remains fully in charge of the Party and continues to lead with authority and legitimacy.
It has also accused those championing the expulsion of attempting to manipulate records at the Registrar of Societies by presenting falsified documents but that their attempt failed.
Pastor Chanda is expected to issue a formal response to his purported expulsion later this afternoon.
TONSE ALLIANCE URGES ASPIRANTS TO SUPPORT WOMEN’S DAY ACTIVITIES.
By Staff Reporter
Tonse Alliance National Chairperson for Parliamentary Affairs Hon. Stephen Kampyongo has encouraged aspiring political candidates to actively participate in activities marking International Women’s Day across the country.
In a statement, Mr. Kampyongo thanked Tonse Alliance President Hon. Brian Mundubile for the confidence shown in appointing him to the position and pledged to serve the alliance with dedication.
He said Women’s Day activities provide an important platform to promote greater participation of women in politics and to encourage citizens to engage in the upcoming general elections.
Mr. Kampyongo also reiterated that the Tonse Alliance will adopt parliamentary candidates through a bottom-up approach, allowing grassroots members to determine their preferred representatives.
However, he urged aspiring candidates to conduct their political activities with discipline and mutual respect, particularly towards sitting Members of Parliament who continue to serve until the dissolution of Parliament.
He added that while democratic competition is healthy, it must be carried out responsibly to avoid unnecessary conflict within constituencies.
MUBANGA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO UPND MOBILIZATION IN MUCHINGA
Immediate past Minister of Small and Medium Enterprise Development Elias Mubanga has reaffirmed his commitment to mobilising support for the ruling UPND, particularly in Muchinga Province, as the country moves closer to the August election period.
In a message addressed to the nation, Mubanga said he remained dedicated to strengthening party mobilisation efforts in Muchinga Province in order to maximise votes for President Hakainde Hichilema.
Mubanga stated that his focus was to work tirelessly with party members and structures to ensure the UPND secured strong electoral support in the province.
He further reaffirmed that he remained a committed member of the UPND and continued to pledge his loyalty, allegiance and full support to President Hichilema and the ruling party.
Mubanga added that he would remain actively involved in party activities and mobilisation efforts aimed at consolidating support for the UPND ahead of the upcoming electoral processes.
A Call to Unity: A Warning to the Opposition Parties of Zambia
By Evangelist Tanazio Banda To the leadership and members of all opposition political parties in Zambia, I write to you today not just as a citizen, but as a voice crying out for the soul of our nation. We stand at a critical juncture in our history. The cries of suffering Zambians have reached the heavens, and the responsibility to answer those cries rests squarely on your shoulders. However, a house divided against itself cannot stand. What the Zambian people see today is not a beacon of hope, but a “shackle of confusions.” When you spend your energy attacking one another and nursing personal hatreds, you are not fighting for the people—you are fighting against their future.
The Commandment of Unity
The time for rivalry and internal groupings is over. If you truly wish to bring confidence back to the hearts of our citizens, you must demonstrate a unity of purpose. We cannot afford the luxury of ego when our brothers and sisters are struggling to put food on the table. The Word of God is clear on the power of agreement:
“Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.” > — Matthew 18:19
If you cannot agree among yourselves, how can you expect the Zambian people to trust you with the mandate of leadership?
Burying the Past: Letting Bygones be Bygones
We must bury the past. Let the bitterness of previous elections and personal slights be forgotten. To move forward, we must practice the grace of forgiveness.
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal…” > — Philippians 3:13-14
It is high time you look past your differences and focus on the common enemy: poverty, inequality, and the erosion of our democratic values. If you continue to fight in the same camp, you are simply doing the work of those who wish to see you fail.
A Grave Warning for August 13th
Let this serve as a solemn warning. The date of August 13th looms large. If the opposition remains fragmented and loses due to its own pride, the consequences will be dire.
If our people end up suffering or languishing in prisons because you failed to unite, that burden will be a heavy one. As leaders, you are the watchmen of this nation. If the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet to warn the people, he will be held accountable.
“But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet to warn the people and the sword comes and takes someone’s life… I will hold the watchman accountable for their blood.” > — Ezekiel 33:6
Do not let the blood and the tears of the suffering be on your heads because you chose rivalry over rescue.
Conclusion: One Force, One Zambia
Zambians are looking for a united force—a solid wall of integrity and cooperation. We need a leadership that reflects the peace we pray for in our National Anthem. Let us work together. Let us forget the groupings. Let us put Zambia first.
After pledging 1 million US Dollars to Beautify Malawi (BEAM) Zimbabwean billionaire, Wicknell Chivayo has taken social media by storm after releasing pictures he took recently with President Peter Mutharika and the first lady, Getrude Mutharika.
Chivayo likes to share on his social media channels pictures he takes with different leaders. He is known for living an affluent life featuring private jets and expensive luxury cars.
However, the current pictures in which he claimed were taken at Kamuzu State House are raising questions based on the fact that Mutharika left the country last weekend for South Africa on a private trip.
Is Mutharika back in the country or were the pictures taken before he left the country? Social media is full of unanswered questions.
The mystery deepens when considering the company Chivayo keeps. Recently, the President’s stepson, Tadikira Mapfudza, was spotted boarding Chivayo’s luxury jet—the same WMC-777-branded aircraft that has become a fixture in regional skies.
Reports indicate that Chivayo is working hard to secure fuel supply deal. Information in our possession can reveal that the Zimbabwean is using Tadikira to capture the first family and secure high valued government deals.
Chivayo previously been seen with former President Chakwera during the heat of the 2025 election cycle, this seamless transition from the old guard to the new has fuelled perceptions that Chivayo is less of a traditional investor and more of a regional political kingmaker.
Attention: The Politicization of the 2026 Women’s Day Celebration by the UPND Government and the Deliberate Attempt to Thwart the Participation of Opposition Political Parties Not Aligned with the Ruling Party
I write to bring to your attention the disturbing developments and the sequence of events that have led to the ongoing attempts to block or severely limit the participation of opposition political parties in this year’s Women’s Day celebrations.
Last year, women from the Patriotic Front participated in the Women’s Day commemorations in large numbers across the country. In many of the major cities and towns, their presence was both visible and significant. This development appears to have greatly unsettled the ruling UPND, which in several instances found itself outnumbered during the celebrations.
In what now appears to be a calculated attempt to prevent a repeat of last year’s situation, particularly in an election year, the UPND government has reportedly directed that the participation of political parties in this year’s Women’s Day celebrations be subjected to clearance by District Commissioners. These District Commissioners are not neutral public officials in practice; they are political appointees who are openly aligned with the ruling party.
Under this new arrangement, any political party wishing to participate must first obtain clearance by submitting its certificate of registration, the details of its President and Secretary General, and national registration cards of those leading the participating group. Even more troubling is the imposition of an arbitrary restriction limiting participation to between 25 and 50 individuals per party.
In essence, the same onerous requirements that the Electoral Commission of Zambia demands from political parties during elections are now being imposed by District Commissioners merely for women to participate in a national commemoration that should be inclusive and non-partisan. This bureaucratic gatekeeping is clearly designed to discourage and suppress the participation of women affiliated with opposition political parties.
Women’s Day is meant to celebrate the achievements, dignity, and rights of all women, regardless of their political affiliation. It should never be reduced to a partisan event or monopolized by the ruling party for political advantage.
I therefore urge your organizations to intervene in this matter and speak out against these unjust restrictions. Women must not have their rights curtailed simply because of their political choices. The freedom of association and participation in public life are fundamental rights guaranteed by our Constitution, and they must be respected.
What is unfolding risks turning a national celebration of women into a political rally for the ruling party. Such an outcome would undermine both the spirit and the purpose of Women’s Day.
ZAMBIA AND UNITED KINGDOM SIGN BILATERAL AGREEMENT UNDER THE G20 COMMON FRAMEWORK FOR DEBT TREATMENT
The Government of the Republic of Zambia and the Government of the United Kingdom have signed an Amendment Agreement relating to debt owed to the United Kingdom, marking another milestone in Zambia’s comprehensive debt restructuring process under the G20 Common Framework for Debt Treatment.
The agreement was signed in Lusaka by Finance and National Planning the Minister Dr. SITUMBEKO MUSOKOTWANE, MP, and the British High Commissioner to Zambia, REBECCA TERZEON, in a ceremony attended by officials from the Ministry of Finance and National Planning and representatives from UK Export Finance.
The bilateral amendment agreement forms part of Zambia’s comprehensive debt treatment with official bilateral creditors under the G20 Common Framework For Debt Treatment, implemented in coordination with Paris Club principles. The agreement reflects the constructive cooperation between the Republic of Zambia and the Government of the United Kingdom in restoring long-term public debt sustainability while safeguarding Zambia’s capacity to sustain priority development expenditure.
The original obligation to the United Kingdom amounted to US$291 million, with repayments initially scheduled to conclude in 2032. Consistent with the restructuring parameters agreed with official creditors, the revised terms reduce the outstanding amount to approximately US$277 million and extend the final maturity to 2043, thereby smoothing Zambia’s debt service profile and aligning repayment obligations with the country’s medium-term macroeconomic and fiscal reform programme.
Speaking during the ceremony, Dr. MUSOKOTWANE emphasized that the agreement represents an important step in strengthening Zambia’s fiscal and debt sustainability framework.
The Minister noted that the amendment agreement will ease debt service pressures in the near term and create fiscal space to sustain investments in critical sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, and social development.
“This milestone reflects the Government’s continued commitment to transparent engagement with creditors and to strengthening the foundations of Zambia’s macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability,” said Dr. MUSOKOTWANE.
The Minister expressed appreciation to KING CHARLES III, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and the British Government for the constructive partnership demonstrated throughout the negotiations. He also commended the technical teams from UK Export Finance, the Ministry of Finance and National Planning, and the respective legal and financial advisors whose collaborative efforts enabled the successful conclusion of the agreement.
Importantly, the debt being restructured relates to financing provided through UK Export Finance that supported a major healthcare infrastructure programme undertaken by the Government of the Republic of Zambia. The programme financed the construction of five district hospitals and 111 mini-hospitals across Zambia to strengthen the country’s healthcare system by expanding access to medical services, increasing patient care capacity, and improving working conditions for healthcare professionals across several provinces.
And British High Commissioner REBECCA TERZEON noted that the hospital infrastructure programme demonstrates the tangible development impact of the partnership between the United Kingdom and Zambia. She highlighted that the facilities have contributed to improving healthcare access and strengthening Zambia’s public health infrastructure.
From a debt management perspective, the agreement forms part of Zambia’s wider restructuring of official bilateral debt under the G20 Common Framework for Debt Treatment. Through this coordinated process with official creditor governments, Zambia has now completed restructuring arrangements covering 100 percent of its official public external debt, representing a critical milestone in the country’s path toward restoring long-term debt sustainability.
The amendment agreement with the United Kingdom aligns Zambia’s repayment obligations with the restructuring parameters agreed under the official creditor framework. This ensures that Zambia’s debt service profile remains consistent with the country’s macroeconomic reform programme while preserving the Government’s capacity to finance development priorities and maintain fiscal stability.
For investors and development partners, the agreement signals continued progress in Zambia’s economic reform journey and reinforces the country’s commitment to cooperative engagement with international creditors, transparent debt management, and policy consistency.
Zambia’s reform programme has focused on restoring macroeconomic stability, strengthening fiscal governance, and rebuilding investor confidence following the successful restructuring of its external debt obligations.
The Zambian Government has reaffirmed that debt service payments to the United Kingdom will proceed in accordance with the revised terms of the bilateral agreement.
Going forward, Zambia will continue to manage public borrowing within the framework of prudent fiscal policy and transparent debt management systems. Borrowing decisions will remain anchored on the Parliamentary-approved Annual Borrowing Plan, which serves as a key governance and accountability mechanism for ensuring that public debt remains sustainable and aligned with national development priorities.
The signing of the Zambia–United Kingdom bilateral amendment agreement therefore represents both progress in Zambia’s debt restructuring journey and a reaffirmation of the country’s commitment to responsible economic management, international cooperation, and long-term economic transformation.
“We Saw It Coming!” Kamala Harris Fires Subtle ‘Told You So’ as Trump White House Faces Fierce Criticism
Kamala Harris has suggested the chaos gripping Washington didn’t catch her off guard. The former Vice President hinted that many of today’s developments were predicted long ago, saying she and her allies had warned about what might unfold.
While insisting she’s not interested in saying “I told you so,” Harris made it clear the warning signs were there all along—and that they were paying attention.
Her remarks come amid blistering criticism of the administration led by Donald Trump, with opponents accusing the current White House of presiding over what they describe as one of the most corrupt and heavy-handed governments in U.S. history.
BREAKING: Ukraine’s Drone Specialists Now Guarding American Bases in the Middle East
In a striking reversal of roles, battle-hardened Ukrainian specialists—experts at shooting down Iranian-designed Shahed drones—are heading to the Middle East to protect U.S. military installations from the very same threat.
After direct requests from Washington amid escalating tensions with Iran, President Zelenskyy has ordered interceptor drone pilots and electronic warfare teams to deploy “in the coming days,” according to ABC News and Ukrainian officials.
Ukraine’s four years of hard-won experience countering these low-cost, long-range kamikaze drones—first perfected against Russian assaults—now serves American interests in the Gulf.
BREAKING: America’s Might Closes In: USS Gerald R. Ford Enters Red Sea to Crush Iran’s Regime
The world’s most powerful warship, the nuclear-powered USS Gerald R. Ford, has transited the Suez Canal and is now operating in the Red Sea — flanking Iran’s western side in Operation Epic Fury.
With the USS Abraham Lincoln already pounding targets from the south and east in the Arabian Sea, America now commands overwhelming strike power from multiple vectors. Two supercarrier strike groups deliver unmatched air dominance, precision strikes, and deterrence.
In just the first week of this decisive campaign — launched under President Trump’s leadership — U.S. forces have:
– Struck nearly 200 targets deep inside Iran, including nuclear enrichment sites at Fordow and Natanz via B-2 bombers – Sunk over 30 Iranian naval vessels, gutting Tehran’s sea power – Reduced Iran’s missile barrages by up to 90%, neutralizing much of its ballistic threat
No U.S. carrier has been damaged, and American casualties remain minimal despite Iranian attempts at retaliation. The Ford’s extended deployment — now pushing toward record lengths — proves U.S. resolve: we fight to win, and we finish what we start.
As Secretary Hegseth declared: “We have only just begun to fight.” Iran’s mullahs face total defeat. Peace through strength is being restored — one devastating blow at a time. 🇺🇸💪
Mojtaba Khamenei Eliminated: Iran’s Brief New Supreme Leader Reportedly Taken Out Hours After Succession
Iran’s fragile regime suffered another blow today as reports emerged that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the man briefly installed as supreme leader, has been killed.
Ali Khamenei fell to joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on February 28, 2026, decapitating the Islamic Republic’s leadership at the outset of escalated conflict. Mojtaba, long viewed as the hardline favorite to inherit power despite no formal public role, was reportedly named successor earlier this week amid chaos and Israeli warnings that any new leader would become a target.
Circulating accounts, including from sources inside Iran, claim Mojtaba was eliminated today—his tenure lasting mere hours—after strikes hit his location. Social media erupted with claims of confirmation, including posts noting his “career” from appointment to death spanned only an afternoon.
Major outlets like Reuters, AP, and The New York Times, as of early March, reported Mojtaba alive and in hiding following his father’s death, with succession talks ongoing but no final announcement. Yet today’s unverified but persistent reports suggest Israel’s threats proved real, delivering swift justice to the regime’s would-be heir.
The pattern is clear: attempts to prop up Khamenei’s theocratic dynasty meet the same fate as the original tyrant. Iran’s mullahs face a stark choice—persist in aggression or face total collapse.
⌚ “IT POSSESSED ME”: Mike Posner Ditch the $70K Rolex for a $40 Timex
Sometimes the “Ultimate Status Symbol” is nothing more than an expensive cage. American singer and producer Mike Posner just got incredibly real about the dark side of luxury, sharing a powerful lesson on why chasing “cool” can lead to a “bad deal” for your mental health.
Posner admitted that a few years ago, he dropped big money on a Rolex Day-Date with a diamond bezel. He thought it would make him feel “cooler”—but the reality was a nightmare of anxiety.
Mike Posner: “A few years ago, I bought a fancy Rolex watch. And that watch… it was beautiful. It was a Day-Date with a diamond bezel, and I thought that if I got it, I would just, I don’t know, feel cool. And I thought other people would think I was cooler. But as I started to wear it, when I’d travel, I’d always be worried.
I’d be anxious that I was gonna scratch it or break it. I’d be scared to reach in my backpack because I was afraid the zipper on my pack would scratch the face. And when I was in the hotels, I’d always put it in the safe, and then I was scared I was gonna forget it, and it just started to weigh me down. And I realized I didn’t possess the Rolex, it possessed me. And so I’d spent all this money to feel more anxiety, more fear, more worry. Whoa, that was a bad deal!
So, now I have this watch. It’s a Timex, and I love this watch. It’s beautiful! I love the fonts on it, it works, it’s got a comfortable band. And I get so much joy out of this thing—so much more joy out of this thing! Aw man. And I’m not worried about it.
So, I don’t know if that’s helpful to anyone watching this. Don’t slave away for some possession. Don’t let your possessions possess you. Keep going.”
Iran’s Wolves Are Rising: Defectors Vow Armed Fight to Restore the Crown
A bold new chapter is unfolding inside Iran. A masked group calling itself the Wolves of Iran has emerged in a chilling video manifesto, declaring they will no longer tolerate the regime’s bloodshed.
After the regime’s savage January 2026 crackdown slaughtered thousands during nationwide protests triggered by economic collapse and war fears, these fighters say peaceful resistance is dead. Seven black-clad figures, armed and disciplined, swear solemn loyalty to Reza Pahlavi, the exiled Crown Prince leading the secular opposition from abroad.
Their military-style oaths and tactical bearing raise the strong possibility these are defectors from the IRGC or regular army—men who once served the mullahs but now turn against them.
This is no fringe stunt. It signals cracks at the core of the Islamic Republic’s security apparatus, right as external pressure mounts and Reza Pahlavi rallies global support for regime change.
The regime has always feared precisely this: loyalists who wake up, pick up weapons, and fight for a free, pre-1979 Iran under lawful leadership.
The Wolves of Iran are sending a clear message to Tehran: the hunted are becoming the hunters. The Lion and Sun is stirring again.
Breaking News : U.S. and Qatar Seek Ukraine’s ‘Shahed Killer’ Drones as Kyiv Demands Patriot Missiles in Strategic Defense Swap
The United States and Qatar have reportedly entered early-stage government discussions with Ukraine to acquire interceptor drones designed to destroy Iranian-made Shahed drones, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking additional Patriot air defense systems in return for sharing the technology.
According to reports citing sources familiar with the negotiations, Washington and Doha are interested in Ukraine’s battle-tested counter-drone systems as a far cheaper and more scalable way to defend against the growing threat posed by Iranian Shahed drones. These drones have increasingly appeared in conflicts across the Middle East and have exposed gaps in traditional air defense systems that rely on costly missile interceptors.
Ukraine has spent more than four years defending against large-scale Russian drone barrages using Iranian-designed Shahed drones, making it one of the most experienced countries in the world at countering this specific threat. Ukrainian engineers and defense startups have developed multiple interceptor drones capable of targeting slow-moving Shahed drones, reconnaissance UAVs, and even newer jet-powered variants.
One such system reportedly includes a low-cost interceptor drone developed by Ukrainian volunteers and manufacturers. The drone costs roughly $2,100 and can reach speeds of about 343 km/h, allowing it to chase down and destroy incoming Shahed drones at a fraction of the cost of conventional air defense missiles. Britain is also quietly involved in the discussions, with a potential UK-Ukraine joint manufacturing venture that could help produce and supply these interceptor drones to Western and Middle Eastern partners if agreements move forward.
While Kyiv appears open to sharing its technology and battlefield expertise, Zelenskyy has made clear that Ukraine’s own air defense needs remain critical. Ukrainian officials are reportedly seeking additional Patriot air defense systems in exchange for cooperation, as the country continues to face intense missile and drone strikes from Russia.
Patriot systems remain among the most advanced air defense platforms in the world, but each interceptor missile can cost several million dollars, highlighting the growing interest in cheaper drone-based interception methods developed by Ukraine during the war.
The discussions underline a significant shift in global defense dynamics, with Ukraine transforming from a wartime aid recipient into a supplier of battlefield-proven drone defense technologies sought by major powers and regional partners.
Lebanon Moves to Arrest Hezbollah Leader Naim Qassem!
The political landscape in the Middle East has just been rocked by an unprecedented move for Lebanese sovereignty. In a bold challenge to the Iranian-backed militia, Lebanese Justice Minister Adel Nassar has officially announced his intent to seek the arrest and prosecution of Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem.
This move follows a week of extreme tension after the Trump administration and Israel launched a massive bombing campaign on the IRGC in Iran—a conflict that Hezbollah has attempted to drag Lebanon into despite the government’s official “Total Ban” on military activity.
Minister Nassar’s move is based on Qassem’s direct violation of the March 2nd Cabinet decree that outlawed all Hezbollah military and security actions.
The Justice Minister is seeking Cabinet approval to prosecute Qassem for “inciting sedition” (fitna) after the Hezbollah leader publicly attacked the Lebanese government, labeling its decisions as “pro-Israeli.”
Nassar’s message to Qassem was blunt: “Return to your homeland and end your subservience to Iran.” He emphasized that no party is permitted to impose its will on the state or speak on behalf of a foreign power.
Under Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, the Lebanese government is taking its most aggressive stance against Hezbollah in history, signaling that the era of “state-within-a-state” is over.
The Cabinet has already tasked the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) with the immediate disarmament of all groups north of the Litani River, “using all necessary means.”
Amid the “Second Iran War,” Lebanese citizens from all communities are increasingly vocal, accusing Qassem of sacrificing Lebanese lives to serve the interests of a collapsing regime in Tehran.
The move by the Justice Minister coincides with warnings from regional defense leaders that Qassem has become a “target for elimination” due to his decision to resume rocket fire under Iranian pressure.
Iranians in Times Square Cheer Trump’s Decisive Strikes on Tehran Regime
Iranian-Americans flooded Times Square in New York City, waving American and pre-revolution Iranian flags while chanting “Trump, Trump, thank you!” The crowd erupted in celebration following bold U.S. airstrikes that targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities and military leadership, delivering a major blow to the oppressive mullahs.
Videos show hundreds gathered in the heart of Manhattan, openly thanking President Trump for action that many exiles see as long-overdue justice against a regime that has terrorized its people for decades. Chants of “USA! USA!” mixed with gratitude for strikes that hit hard at the heart of Tehran’s terror apparatus.
This outpouring stands in stark contrast to the usual anti-American noise from the left. While critics cry “war,” freedom-loving Iranians abroad are dancing in the streets, waving the stars and stripes alongside their own historic flag, and hailing American strength as the path to real liberation.
President Trump’s resolve is proving once again: decisive leadership works, and the Iranian people know it.
America Sends Third Carrier Strike Group to Crush Iranian Threats
President Trump’s bold deterrence is paying off. The USS George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is surging to the eastern Mediterranean, becoming the third major U.S. carrier force in the Middle East as American forces hammer Iran in the ongoing conflict.
This deployment adds massive firepower against Houthi terrorists in Yemen and bolsters defenses across the region. Guided-missile destroyers stand ready to unleash precision strikes, while the Navy’s overwhelming presence has already crippled enemy capabilities—sinking over 30 Iranian vessels, including a key drone carrier, and slashing ballistic missile attacks by 90%.
Shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz has plunged 94% since hostilities erupted, but a $20 billion U.S. reinsurance program is restarting critical oil flows and keeping global markets stable.
With USS Gerald R. Ford in the Red Sea and USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, this third carrier—fresh from final exercises off Cape Hatteras—shows America’s resolve under Trump: we project strength, protect allies, and dominate threats. No retreat, no weakness—just decisive action to end the regime’s aggression.
Trump’s Masterstroke: Choking China’s Oil Lifeline to Force the Ultimate Deal
David Friedberg nailed it on the All-In Podcast: The takedown of Maduro in Venezuela and the decisive strikes on Iran aren’t random foreign adventures—they’re calculated chess moves in President Trump’s high-stakes grand bargain with Beijing.
Here’s the brutal reality:
– Over 90% of Iran’s oil flows straight to China, fueling their economy and ambitions. – Maduro’s regime has long been Beijing’s loyal oil partner in Latin America, locking in discounted barrels for the CCP. – By surgically removing Maduro in January 2026 and hammering Iran’s nuclear sites and regime leadership in recent weeks, Trump has slashed those supply chains overnight.
The result? China faces real pain—energy shortages, higher costs, and weakened leverage on the global stage. This isn’t charity or endless nation-building; it’s classic America First power projection. Disrupt the enemy’s lifeline, then negotiate from strength.
Friedberg called it months ago: These actions hand the U.S. massive footing for a better trade deal—one that finally ends unfair tariffs, IP theft, and economic warfare against American workers.
Critics whine about “human costs” or “escalation.” Spare us. Decades of weak leadership let China rise unchecked while bleeding U.S. manufacturing dry. Trump is reversing that—fast, hard, and without apology.
This is 5D chess executed perfectly. China now has to come to the table or watch its economy choke. America wins big.
Put simply: Trump isn’t starting wars—he’s ending China’s free ride. And the world is noticing. 🇺🇸
BREAKING: Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says he has accepted role as Iran’s transitional leader.
In a powerful appeal amid the collapsing Islamic Republic’s desperate missile barrages against Arab neighbors—including the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia—exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has condemned these sovereignty violations as “unacceptable” and emblematic of the regime’s longstanding terrorist nature.
“This is who the Islamic Republic has always been,” Pahlavi declared. “And this is why it must end.”
For nearly five decades, the regime has exported chaos: propping up Assad to turn Syria into a graveyard, embedding Hezbollah as a state-within-a-state in Lebanon, arming Houthis to destabilize the Arabian Peninsula, empowering Iraqi militias to erode sovereignty, and striking economic hubs in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. None of this reflected the Iranian people’s will—only the occupying regime’s aggression.
But the tide has turned decisively. Assad is gone. Hezbollah lies decimated. The regime’s nuclear ambitions are severely set back. Its economy spirals into freefall. The pillars of its terror network are crumbling.
The Iranian people have paid dearly in blood—tens of thousands massacred in mere days—yet refused to break. Instead, the regime itself fractures.
Pahlavi invoked a proud pre-revolution history of partnership: Iran collaborated closely with leaders like King Faisal, Sheikh Zayed, King Hussein, President Sadat, and his father aided Sultan Qaboos against insurgency in Oman. “We were true partners then. We will be true partners again.”
Answering the Iranian people’s call, Pahlavi has accepted responsibility to lead the transition once the regime falls. His mandate: restore normalcy to Iran and its foreign relations through an orderly, stable process—avoiding past pitfalls like de-Ba’athification by retaining capable bureaucrats and public servants during handover.
Iranians will shape their future via free elections and the ballot box. The transitional government will rebuild not for expansion or ideology export, but to serve the people—grounding diplomacy in mutual respect, shared interests, and reintegration into the regional and global economy for prosperity across nations.
To Arab friends: Prepare to recognize and engage the transitional government. Supporting Iran’s people isn’t charity—it’s a strategic investment in a stable, secure, prosperous Middle East.
“Together, we can build a Middle East our children will be proud to inherit. Take this new path with us.”
“HE WASN’T IN THE BUNKER”: The Shabbat Deception That Sealed Khamenei’s Fate
New, jaw-dropping details have emerged regarding the final moments of Ali Khamenei. According to a senior Israeli official speaking to Fox News, the Supreme Leader was caught completely off-guard—not in a hardened bunker, but in an overground compound—because he believed the coalition was resting for the weekend.
The key to the mission’s success wasn’t just firepower; it was a masterclass in psychological warfare. To lure the regime leadership out of their deep bunkers, American and Israeli officials orchestrated a massive deception campaign.
On the Friday evening before the strike, top IDF generals and military officials conspicuously left their headquarters in Tel Aviv. They were seen heading home for Shabbat dinner, giving the impression that the military was shutting down for the religious holiday.
In reality, those same generals snuck back into the “Pit” (the IDF’s underground command center) in disguise just hours later to coordinate the launch of Operation Epic Fury.
Believing the skies were safe, Khamenei and his inner circle emerged for a high-level “strategy breakfast” on Saturday morning. By the time they realized the strike was inbound, it was too late.
“They Didn’t Grasp It Quickly Enough” 🛡️🚀
The official told Fox News that even as dozens of planes were entering Iranian airspace, the regime’s command-and-control was in a state of total denial.
Because Khamenei stayed overground, the coalition avoided the need for weeks of bunker-busting. They hit him where he sat.
The official noted that the “House of Leadership” didn’t react in time to move the Supreme Leader underground. Within 50 seconds, nearly 50 senior officials—including Khamenei—were eliminated.
While the IDF was fully operational in its secret headquarters, the Iranian leadership was caught in the open, lulled into a fatal sense of security by a few Friday night dinner photos.
Since the strike, the IDF has released footage showing the subsequent destruction of the actual underground bunkers Khamenei should have been in. Yesterday, 50 fighter jets dropped over 100 bombs to dismantle the massive network of tunnels beneath Tehran, ensuring no remaining regime “rats” can use them to hide.
THE GULF’S “DOUBLE GAME”: Saudi Arabia & Allies Seek Exit as Conflict Escalates
The geopolitical chessboard is shifting rapidly. While the Iranian regime continues to rain missiles on its neighbors in a desperate bid to force international intervention, a complex diplomatic “backchannel” has opened up between the Gulf states and Tehran.
For nations like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, the reality of Operation Epic Fury is hitting home. They are effectively caught between two unstoppable forces:
On one side, their American security guarantor is demanding unconditional surrender. On the other, a wounded Iranian regime is deliberately targeting Gulf infrastructure—airports, hotels, and oil facilities—to prove that if they go down, the entire region goes with them.
Reports from Bloomberg and European officials indicate that Riyadh has intensified direct engagement with Tehran via diplomatic backchannels. The goal? To contain the fallout and prevent a total regional firestorm.
Europe is reportedly backing these Gulf-led mediation efforts, seeking a “negotiated settlement” rather than the total regime collapse currently on the table in Washington.
President Trump’s stance has been crystal clear: “There will be no deal with Iran except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!”
*The MIGA Vision: Trump has promised that after a surrender and the selection of “acceptable” leadership, the U.S. will help “Make Iran Great Again” (MIGA), turning it into an economic powerhouse.
While Saudi leaders have privately urged military pressure on Iran to curb its influence, they are publicly advocating for “de-escalation.” They want the threat neutralized without their own cities becoming the permanent battlefield.
Analysts argue that Iran is hitting its neighbors precisely to spark this mediation. By creating “pain” for the Gulf and Europe, they hope to pressure Washington into a ceasefire before their military capability is completely erased.
As the GCC and EU ministers hold extraordinary meetings to discuss the “inexcusable” attacks on Gulf states, the unity of the coalition remains the X-factor.
Iran is trying to use the Gulf states as a human shield to stop the American sword. But with the U.S. military moving into its “largest strikes yet,” the window for mediation is closing fast. The region is waiting to see who blinks first: the regime facing annihilation, or the neighbors caught in the wake.
Dubai’s Safe-Haven Glow Fades – Wealthy Asians Rush Assets to Singapore & Hong Kong as Iran War Hits Home
Dubai’s golden era as Asia’s go-to wealth sanctuary is cracking under fire—literally.
Following last week’s Iranian missile and drone strikes on the emirate amid the escalating U.S.-Israel war with Iran, scores of high-net-worth Asians are moving—or urgently inquiring about moving—their Dubai-based assets closer to home.
Two Indian entrepreneurs based in Dubai immediately tried shifting over $100,000 each to Singapore accounts to hedge risk (one succeeded via another local bank after initial tech glitches blocked transfers).
Industry insiders report a surge in activity:
– Singapore private wealth lawyer Ryan Lin: 6–7 of his 20 Dubai clients (avg. $50M portfolios each) reached out this week; three are executing immediate transfers, with one racing to “move everything to Singapore” as fast as possible. – Anderson Global principal Iris Xu: 10–20 family offices contacted her firm this week alone about repatriating Middle East assets to Singapore, driven by fears the conflict drags on.
The trigger? Dubai’s once-ironclad “safe-haven” status—built on tax perks, neutrality, and booming real-estate inflows—is now clouded by direct regional attacks and airspace/missile risks.
Singapore and (to a lesser extent) Hong Kong are reaping the benefits as the preferred regional hubs for stability and proximity.
For now, this is precautionary repositioning rather than full exodus—but the speed and volume of inquiries signal a serious dent in investor confidence in the Gulf.
Dubai’s wealth magnetism may have just met its first real geopolitical stress test in years.
China Eyes Backdoor Aid to Iran Amid U.S. Strikes – But Stops Short of Full Commitment
U.S. intelligence reports indicate Beijing is gearing up to quietly funnel financial support, aircraft spare parts, and missile components to Iran as the conflict with America and Israel intensifies.
Yet China treads carefully. The regime’s massive dependence on Persian Gulf oil – especially through the vulnerable Strait of Hormuz, which carries roughly one-fifth of the world’s daily supply – forces restraint. Disruptions there would hammer China’s economy and spike global energy prices.
Beijing’s playbook remains classic: provide just enough covert help via intermediaries to keep Tehran in the fight, while avoiding direct confrontation with Washington that could jeopardize its oil lifeline or invite crippling sanctions.
This cautious lifeline underscores a deeper reality – China talks peace and stability publicly but enables rogue actors behind the scenes when it serves its strategic interests. For now, self-preservation trumps full-throated alliance.
U.S. Intelligence Reveals China May Be Preparing to Provide Iran with Financial Aid, Spare Parts, and Missile Components Amid Ongoing Conflict
In a significant development amid the escalating U.S.-Israel military operations against Iran, American intelligence indicates that China could be gearing up to offer support to Tehran. This potential assistance includes financial aid, spare parts,and missile components, according to sources familiar with the matter.
While Beijing has so far refrained from direct involvement in the conflict, the reported preparations highlight growing concerns over the war’s regional implications. China remains heavily reliant on Iranian oil imports and has reportedly urged Tehran to maintain safe passage for vessels through the Strait of Hormuz a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies to avoid disruptions that could threaten its energy security.
One source emphasized Beijing’s cautious stance: “China is more cautious in its support. It wants the war to end because it endangers their energy supply.”
The CIA has declined to comment, and inquiries to the Chinese embassy in Washington are pending.
This revelation comes as part of broader intelligence assessments on foreign involvement in the conflict, including Russia’s provision of intelligence support to Iran on U.S. military targets.
Breaking News : Trump Privately Eyes Limited U.S. Ground Troops in Iran for Targeted Missions – No Decisions Yet!
In a stunning exclusive, President Donald Trump has shown serious interest in deploying a small contingent of U.S. ground troops inside Iran. This isn’t about a full-scale invasion but rather a focused force for specific objectives, like securing nuclear materials or special operations amid escalating tensions.
Key details: Discussions are preliminary, with no final decisions or orders issued. Trump has publicly dismissed large invasions as a “waste of time,” but options remain on the table as U.S. airstrikes continue under Operation Epic Fury.
BREAKING: Iran HUMILIATES Trump after he demands that he be allowed to choose their next leader by announcing that they won’t let “Epstein’s Gang” decide their nation’s “future.”
Trump thought that assassinating the Ayatollah would break them, but he was so wrong…
“Trump still doesn’t realize what calamity he has brought upon himself and the American soldiers by martyring our Imam, and he wants to dictate terms to a nation,” Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, wrote on X.
“The Americans, instead of taking a hard line, had not done so, and now they will come to understand that the fate of dear Iran, which is more precious than life, will be determined solely by the proud Iranian nation, not by Epstein’s gang,” he added.
Ghalifbaf’s use of the word “martyring” offers direct insight into the historic mistake that Trump made by killing Ayatollah Khamenei. He wasn’t just a political figure, he was a sacred religious leader to Shia Muslims. Regardless of one’s thoughts about his theocratic regime, murdering him was blatantly illegal and a massive strategic mistake. His death has only multiplied Iran’s desire to resist American aggression.
The “Epstein’s Gang” bit is self-explanatory and demonstrates exactly how the rest of the world views this White House. It’s a criminal organization of pedophiles and pedophile protectors waging a war that will cost American lives on behalf of Israel.
The idea that Trump now thinks he will get to choose Iran’s next leader is so absurd as to be laughable. He said that he has “to be involved in the appointment” of the new supreme leader, just as he was with picking Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s replacement Delcy Rodriguez.
“I’m saying there has to be a leader that’s going be fair and just. Do a great job. Treat the United States and Israel well, and treat the other countries in the Middle East — they’re all our partners,” Trump said.
“It’s just wishful thinking,” Sina Azodi, assistant professor of Middle East Politics at George Washington University, said of Trump’s remarks.
“You could make the argument that the next supreme leader would bring a different approach because it will most likely be one of the second generation revolutionaries; Ali Khamenei was a first generation revolutionary,” Azodi added. “But again, Delcy Rodriguez does not exist in Iran.”
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh mocked Trump’s comments by pointing out that under the American federal system, he doesn’t even get to control who becomes mayor of New York City.
“Can you imagine this colonial approach — that he would like to see democracy at home, but he would like to topple down the democratically elected president of Iran?” Khatibzadeh said
Iranian Regime’s Police Chief Hides in Hospital Basement Amid Uprising
Ahmadreza Radan — the brutal police commander sanctioned by the US and EU for orchestrating savage crackdowns, including the deadly 2022 Mahsa Amini protests — is now reportedly sheltering in the basement of Labafinejad Hospital in northeastern Tehran.
Multiple sources, including hospital medical staff who have fled the facility, confirm Radan and regime health minister Einollahi are holed up in a basement room with only a handful of guards. They deliberately keep a low profile, bringing minimal forces to avoid detection in a building packed with vulnerable patients.
This desperate tactic mirrors the cowardice of Hamas militants who embed in Gaza hospitals to exploit civilian shields and deter strikes. As Iran’s security bases collapse under mounting pressure from nationwide unrest, the mullahs’ enforcers are turning civilian infrastructure — hospitals treating the sick — into personal bunkers.
Radan, architect of beatings, torture, and killings to crush dissent, now hides among the very people his forces have terrorized. The regime’s moral bankruptcy is complete: when cornered, it endangers patients and doctors rather than face justice.
The Iranian people deserve better than a leadership that uses hospitals as hideouts. The clock is ticking on this oppressive theocracy.
SANGWA’S MOVEMENT FOR NATIONAL RENEWAL TO RUN IN AUGUST ELECTIONS
By Mulenga Chipampe Makasa
The Movement for National Renewal (MNR), founded by prominent lawyer John Sangwa, has formally begun its transition from a civic movement into a political party, signaling its intention to participate in the upcoming August 13th general elections.
Speaking at the announcement, Sangwa described the move as the beginning of a new political undertaking aimed at elevating governance standards and building a people-driven agenda for the country.
He explained that the movement’s next step will focus on developing what he calls a “people’s manifesto,” a policy framework that reflects the aspirations and priorities of citizens across Zambia.
Meanwhile, MNR partner Dolika Banda said the decision to transition into a political party follows strong public support, noting that the movement has already reached a target of one million citizens.
Banda stated that the organisation initially began as a civic movement aimed at encouraging citizen participation in national affairs, but it soon became evident that it has the potential to evolve into a political force.
…He fooled them into endorsing him like children – Changala
By Mast Reporter
THE over 1,800 ward councillors who attended the meeting with President Hakainde Hichilema in Lusaka on Monday during which they were forced to endorse him as presidential candidate were tricked like little children, an activist has said.
Meanwhile, Copperbelt Patriotic Front (PF) councillors have denied claims endorsing Hichilema.
Governance activist Brebner Changala said as usual, imingalato was at play, where civic leaders were not given the agenda of the meeting, only to be shocked that the meeting was for the endorsement of the President ahead of the August elections.
In an interview with The Mast, Changala said the councillors were not given the agenda of the meeting and were surprised to attend what appeared to be a political rally.
“It is funny because those councillors were tricked as they were invited to attend a meeting whose agenda was not known, but when they reached the venue they were treated to a campaign rally. It was the usual imingalato at play,” he said.
On Monday, 1,832 out of the country’s 1,883 councillors were shepherded like school boys and girls into Mulungushi International Conference Centre where they were forced to endorse Hichilema for the August presidential election.
Changala said it was unfortunate for the United Party for National Development (UPND) to claim that over 1,832 councillors had endorsed Hichilema when it was not true.
He said the impression created that almost all the councillors had endorsed Hichilema
