Israel hits Iran’s embassy in Syria, killing military advisers
Major escalation as suspected Israeli airstrike hits Iran’s embassy in Damascus, leaving seven military advisers dead.
Peru minister resigns amid president’s Rolex scandal
The move comes as President Boluarte is probed for corruption involving luxury watches.
Israel pulls out of Gaza hospital, leaving rubble behind
Israeli forces withdraw from Gaza’s largest hospital complex after an intensive two-week military operation, leaving behind widespread destruction and casualties.
US special envoy for Yemen heads to Saudi Arabia
Lenderking will meet with regional counterparts to discuss steps to de-escalate current situation, according to State Department
Iran says 7 of its Guard members killed in Damascus strike
Senior commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds force in Syria and Lebanon, his deputy and 5 others killed in strike.
Israel’s Gaza strikes push Palestinian death toll above 32,800
Health Ministry says 75,392 others also injured in offensive since last October
Easter sunday: Pope calls for the end to conflict
Thousands of people have gathered in Vatican City to celebrate Easter with the pope.
Netanyahu approves Rafah attack plans despite international warnings
We will enter the city despite the opposition of US President (Joe) Biden,’ says Israeli premier
Canada to train Caribbean troops for Haiti mission
The Canadian troops, hailing primarily from the French-speaking province of Quebec, will impart essential training on peacekeeping techniques and combat first aid
Israeli delegation to visit Cairo onga Sunday to resume hostage swap talks
Delegation members include representatives from intelligence agency Mossad, internal security agency Shin Bet.
171 UN refugee agency employees killed in Israeli war on Gaza
Israel targeted multiple UNRWA facilities across Gaza Strip, according to report by UN agency
Macron congratulates Senegal’s new president Faye
President Macron congratulates Faye and seeks to strengthen ties between the countries.
Pentagon mulling plans for Gaza peacekeeping force
he Israeli war has pushed 85% of Gaza’s population into internal displacement amid acute shortages of food, clean water and medicine
UN: No place is safe for civilians in Gaza
More than 32,500 Palestinians have since been killed and 75,000 injured amid mass destruction and shortages of necessities.
Top court orders Israel to ensure urgent Gaza aid
The International Court of Justice orders Israel to ensure urgent humanitarian assistance reaches Gaza amid warnings of imminent famine after months of conflict.
UN: 200,000 children deprived of right to education in Haiti
900 schools temporarily closed from ongoing cycle of violence caused by gangs, according to UNICEF
Israeli army says it killed more than 200 Hamas members at Gaza hospital
Israeli army raided Al-Shifa Hospital, largest medical facility in Gaza City, on March 18
Russian warship arrives at Eritrea’s Massawa Port amid regional tensions
This visit comes against the backdrop of heightened security concerns in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden
Death toll from Moscow ISIS-K attack rises to 143
Russia’s investigative committee says it received 143 applications from victims about disappearance of their relatives or loved ones
Hamas leader says Israel won’t be able to impose its terms
Ismail Haniyeh meets Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi in Tehran
US prepares troop exit plan as Niger cancels deal
Niger’s military junta terminated a 2012 cooperation agreement with the US, prompting discussions on US troop withdrawal and a potential increase in Russian military presence.
US boosts African food imports: $300 million target
Looking to expand African food offerings in the US, USAID launches a project to increase imports by 10%.
Senegal elects youngest president, China cheers
China congratulated Senegal’s newly elected president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, and expressed interest in strengthening bilateral relations.
Iraqi Quran burner leaves Sweden for Norway
In October 2023, the Swedish Migration Agency decided not to extend his permit, since he had provided incorrect information
360 injured in Moscow concert hall attack, Russia says
Health Ministry center tells state media that 92 victims were hospitalized, 63 people already discharged, outpatient care was provided to 205 injured
US warns of famine as Sudan peace talks planned
A US envoy hopes Sudan’s warring generals will resume peace talks after Ramadan to prevent a wider regional war and address the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
China: UN cease-fire resolution ‘binding’ on Israel
Beijing urges Washington to influence Tel Aviv to implement Security Council resolution, without naming US, Israel.