Russia lifts ban on Taliban, paving way for ties with Afghanistan
The decision, made by Russia’s Supreme Court on Thursday, removes the Taliban from the list of banned terrorist organizations, potentially opening the door for increased diplomatic engagement
UAE, Saudi Arabia deny reports of talks on Yemen offensive
A senior UAE official called the reports “wild unsubstantiated stories,” while a Saudi official source also refuted the claims
Iran asserts right to uranium enrichment amid US talks
The negotiations, which began in Oman last Saturday with the Gulf state acting as a mediator, represent the first direct discussions between the two countries under U.S. President Donald Trump
Israel army to stay in Gaza ‘under any circumstance’
‘(Israeli army) is not evacuating areas that have been cleared and seized,’ defense minister says
Gaza ‘mass grave’ of Palestinians, MSF says, as Israeli strikes ki...
On Wednesday, medics reported that at least 13 people were killed in ongoing Israeli strikes
Macron orders diplomats out after Algeria’s retaliatory move
France expels 12 Algerian officials in response to a diplomatic dispute following the arrest of an Algerian consular worker in France.
Italy’s Crosetto blames Russia for Ukraine War, criticizes Israel over G...
“Nothing has changed with the Russians,” said Crosetto, a close ally of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
Israel proposes Gaza ceasefire, but hurdles remain
Hamas confirmed it was reviewing the proposal and would respond “as soon as possible”
Temporary Gaza ceasefire proposal passed to Hamas by Egypt
Egypt received a proposal from Israel for a temporary Gaza ceasefire and passed it to Hamas while waiting for a response.
Algeria defends expulsion of French officials as retaliation
Tensions between Algeria and France grew as Algeria defended the expulsion of 12 French officials over a diplomatic incident.
Trump warns terrorists in Somalia won’t evade US forces
President Trump promises swift action against terrorists in Somalia, with General Dan Caine leading the charge.
Syria’s Sharaa visits UAE in regional diplomacy push
Syrian President Sharaa travels to the UAE for his second Gulf visit as he works to ease concerns over his Islamist government and build foreign relations.
Israeli missiles hit Gaza hospital, patients evacuated
In a statement, the Israeli military said it had taken precautionary measures to minimize civilian harm, asserting that Hamas fighters Israeli missiles hit Gaza hospital
France’s arrest of consular agent sparks protest from Algeria
Algeria condemned France’s arrest of its diplomat, calling the move unjustified and damaging to long-standing diplomatic ties.
Israeli military encircles Rafah in southern Gaza as offensive intensifies
Since resuming operations on March 18, the Israeli military has issued repeated evacuation warnings to hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Rafah
US judge rules Palestinian activist Khalil can be deported
The ruling comes after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, appointed by President Trump, invoked the 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act, stating that Khalil could pose a risk to U.S. foreign policy interests due to his activism
Iran, US resume nuclear talks in Oman amid escalating regional crises
Iran remains highly sceptical of the prospects for a breakthrough, particularly under the shadow of repeated threats from U.S. President Donald Trump
Ukraine deepens ties with African nations at Turkey summit
Ukraine met African leaders at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum to boost joint efforts on peace, food security, and mutual development.
US revokes 600+ foreign student visas amid activism crackdown
California State University, the University of North Texas, Northeastern University, and the University of Michigan are among those with the highest number of students targeted
Red Cross president calls Gaza crisis ‘hell on Earth’ amid shortag...
Since Israel blocked aid trucks from entering Gaza on March 2, no new humanitarian supplies have reached the area
US can halt Iran oil exports, says energy chief
In Abu Dhabi, Wright said Gulf allies share U.S. concerns over a nuclear-armed Iran and agree it must be prevented
Over 1,000 Israeli reservists call to halt war and free captives
Israeli reservists and doctors say continued war in Gaza endangers hostages and fails to meet security goals, urging a ceasefire.
Turkey detains two prominent journalists in Istanbul raids
Both journalists are prominent investigative reporters with Halk TV, a media outlet critical of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government
Macron hints at recognising Palestinian state in June
Macron confirmed France’s plan to recognise Palestinian statehood by June, a significant shift in policy for the country.
Israel’s envoy to Ethiopia ejected from AU event after tensions
The ambassador’s removal from the AU event was tied to political issues, including Israel’s current conflict in Gaza.
Pentagon says US, Egypt focus on Red Sea threats by Houthis
The US and Egypt held talks to address Red Sea security and counter Houthi attacks that threaten trade and regional stability.
Israeli ambassador expelled from Rwanda genocide conference
The African Union removed the Israeli ambassador to Ethiopia from a Rwanda genocide conference following objections from member states.