Kenya’s diplomatic and political space has been drawn into a heated exchange after the Embassy of Iran in Kenya responded strongly to remarks by United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar, who linked global conflicts to rising fuel prices. The Iranian Embassy reacted to Omar’s earlier comments by supporting his framing of global influence
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has warned Kenyans against engaging in criminal activities during the ongoing protests on fuel price. In its statement, the DCI noted that while Kenyans have a constitutional right to peaceful assembly and expression, this right does not extend to violence or destruction of property. “The Directorate of Criminal Investigations
Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has said the government will review more options to cushion Kenyans from rising fuel prices following the nationwide matatu strike that disrupted transport services on Monday, May 18, 2026 morning. Speaking during NTV’s Fixing the Nation show on May 18, Mbadi defended the government’s recent decisions on fuel pricing