Turkish intelligence chief meets Somali president in Mogadishu
Ibrahim Kalin, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud discuss ways to further bilateral strategic cooperation
UN chief urges Israel to halt Rafah invasion amid Gaza crisis
Israel warned by UN Chief Guterres against launching a military assault on Rafah amid escalating Gaza crisis, stressing the dire consequences for civilians in the region.
Gas explosion in Lebanon restaurant leaves at least eight dead
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety in Lebanon’s struggling economy.
Egyptian, US presidents discuss efforts to reach cease-fire in Gaza
Egypt confirms there is a new proposal for a truce in the blockaded Gaza Strip
Houthis fire 3 anti-ship ballistic missiles into Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthi group fired anti-ship ballistic missiles (ASBMs) and launched unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into the Red Sea
Gaza pier for aid delivery operational in May — Pentagon
Pentagon spokesperson confirms the operational readiness of a temporary pier off Gaza’s coast for humanitarian aid delivery by early May.
Al-Qaeda attack kills six UAE-backed troops in southern Yemen
A suspected Al-Qaeda attack in southern Yemen killed six UAE-backed troops, highlighting the dangers posed by the extremist group amid the country’s ongoing civil war.
WHO restarts talks on pandemic treaty, key issues remain
Countries are negotiating a new global agreement to combat future pandemics at the WHO, facing time pressure and needing to bridge differences on access and equity.
NATO chief: ‘Not too late’ for Ukraine to prevail in war
NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg remains optimistic about Ukraine’s ability to win the war against Russia, despite facing significant challenges and delays in receiving military aid from allies.
Russian diplomat visits Sudan as tensions rise
Russia’s visit to Sudan fuels speculation about allegiances in the country’s year-long conflict.
Speeding, poor roads blamed in fatal Peru bus crash
A bus crash in Peru’s northern Andes mountains killed at least 23 people and injured many more, raising concerns about poor road conditions and speeding.
US-Mexico presidents act to reduce illegal border crossings
Biden and Lopez Obrador have ordered concrete measures to reduce illegal border crossings between the US and Mexico, without disclosing specific details.
Israeli airstrikes kill over 20 Palestinians in Rafah
3 air raids target several neighborhoods across southern Gazan city
Haitians demand new leaders find swift solutions to gang violence
More than 2,500 people were killed or injured from January to March alone, and more than 90,000 have fled the capital
Islamic Development Bank celebrates its 50th anniversary
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group celebrated its 50th anniversary with a golden jubilee ceremony on Sunday.
Pro-EU rally floods Tbilisi streets against controversial Russia law
Massive protests erupt in Georgia as citizens demand the government revoke a foreign influence bill seen as jeopardizing the country’s EU aspirations.
Bangladesh T20 squad: Saifuddin back, Mustafizur omitted
Mohammad Saifuddin makes a comeback after 18 months, while Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman miss out.
Israel delays Rafah invasion to consider US input amid Gaza crisis
Israel postpones Rafah invasion amid US consultation on Gaza crisis. Efforts for temporary ceasefire and humanitarian plan continue.
Ukraine admits difficult situation as Russia makes gains in east
Ukraine’s military leadership acknowledges a worsening situation on the eastern front as Russia advances and Kyiv awaits critical weapon deliveries from the US.
Elon Musk arrives in China to bolster Tesla sales
This is Musk’s 2nd visit to China in less than a year
Hamas weighs Israel’s latest offer, seeks permanent truce
Hamas is sending a delegation to Egypt on Monday to deliver its response to Israel’s latest ceasefire proposal for the Gaza conflict.
Saudi Arabia: Houthi attacks won’t hinder tourist destination plans
Saudi Arabia’s tourism minister downplays the threat posed by Houthi attacks in Yemen to the kingdom’s Red Sea resorts, highlighting their location far from the conflict zone.
Netanyahu worried top UN court could issue arrest warrant for him
Israeli premier has made calls to leaders to prevent issuance of arrest warrant
X suspends Mandela’s account after he voices support to Gaza
Nkosi Zwelivelile Mandela is in Istanbul for 5th Conference of Inter-Parliamentary Jerusalem Platform
Israeli chief of staff expected to resign: reports
‘All officers responsible for Oct. 7 disaster will go home, starting with the Chief of Staff,’ says Israeli channel 12
Hamas confirms Israeli response to swap, ceasefire
Hamas delivered proposal to mediators Egypt, Qatar on April 13, says deputy head Khalil al-Hayya
UK summons Russian ambassador for ‘malign activity’ on UK territor...
Move comes after British man charged with ‘conducting hostile activity in the UK in order to benefit’ Russia
