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
Drone strike kills four at UAE-owned gas complex in Iraq
The attack, the first deadly one on the Emirati-owned facility, targeted a fuel storage tank.
US announces $6B military aid package for Ukraine
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announces $6 billion in new military aid for Ukraine amid escalating tensions with Russia, marking the largest security assistance package to date.
Arab, EU envoys meet in Riyadh for Gaza talks
Arab and European diplomats convene in Riyadh for a two-day economic summit and meetings focusing on the war in Gaza.
Egypt rejects displacement of Palestinians into Sinai
Abdel Fattah el-Sissi said his country continues to “completely reject” the displacement of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip into the Sinai Peninsula.
Hamas demands international investigation into mass graves
Gaza Civil Defense said it uncovered 392 bodies that were killed, buried by Israeli army in 3 mass graves at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis
Yemen’s Houthis claim attacks on ship, Israeli city
Group has been targeting commercial vessels in Red Sea and Gulf of Aden in support of Palestinians since last fall
Morocco condemns Israeli settlers of storming al-Aqsa mosque
Morocco voices strong condemnation over Israeli settlers’ incursion at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, calling it a provocative act.
Fire in India hotel kills multiple people, many missing
A fire at a hotel in Patna, India has killed at least 6 people, with many injured. Rescue teams are searching for survivors.
US law now seizes Russian assets to help Ukraine
The US passed a law allowing the seizure of frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine, but international cooperation and legal hurdles remain.