UN official demands ‘arms embargo’ against Israel
UN rapporteur blames arms suppliers for fueling Gaza conflict as she demands cease-fire
Egypt denies building refugee housing for Palestinians
Contrary to rumors, Egypt denies shelter plans for Palestinians, maintaining a firm stance against forced displacement.
Kenya’s Ruto to visit US in May — White House
Ruto makes history as the first African leader for Biden’s state visit, focusing on peace, security, and democracy.
Israeli airstrike on Rafah results in 7 fatalities
Israeli army continues attacks on various parts of Gaza Strip
Turkey rescues 125 irregular migrants in Aegean Sea
Migrants pushed back by Greek authorities into Turkish territorial
UN warns against spillover of Palestinians from Rafah into Egypt
Such a development would be ‘nightmare,’ says Martin Griffiths
Israeli army starts reducing reserve forces in Gaza Strip
646th Paratroopers Brigade recently left city of Khan Younis, says army
South Africa accuses Israel of disobeying ICJ ruling
South Africa horrified with what’s happening in Palestine, Foreign Minister Pandor says as international warnings rise over Israeli bombing of Rafah city.
US to build five military bases in Somalia to help combat terrorism
Somalia and US solidify partnership with an MoU building five bases for the Danab Brigade, boosting counterterrorism efforts.
Israeli ministers firmly oppose post-war Palestinian statehood proposal
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the plan, which includes a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital, is unacceptable, emphasizing that such a state poses an existential threat to Israel
Israeli attacks in Gaza result in 28,663 Palestinian fatalities
Country deployed 2,900 soldiers to strife-torn eastern DRC
France to host aid summit for Sudan as crisis deepens
France rallies the world to address the dire situation in Sudan, where war has caused widespread suffering and displacement.
1.4B of world’s children missing out on basic social protection
Fewer than 1 in 10 children in low-income countries have access to child benefits, leaving them vulnerable to disease, education gaps and poverty
US, UK have conducted 403 airstrikes on Yemen since January
86 airstrikes carried out in past week, says Houthi spokesperson Dhaifallah al-Shami
African Union leader calls for Palestinian statehood
African Union demands swift global response to Israeli assaults on Gaza, advocating for Palestinian statehood.
UN chief warns climate chaos, food crises threaten global peace
From war-torn Syria to Gaza, millions face hunger due to climate change and conflict. UN calls for urgent action.
Deaths including children in Israeli, Lebanese border over Gaza
Civilian casualties and the death of a Hezbollah fighter mark the aftermath of Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
International pressure grows against Israeli Assault on Rafah
Truce talks in Cairo concluded without a clear resolution on Tuesday, raising concerns among the densely populated Rafah residents that an Israeli attack could be imminent
Sudan army no shows, leads to collapse of Manama talks
Sudan army’s second in command Kabashi did not attend the last planned meeting leading to the collapse of Manama talks.
UNRWA faces impending halt to operations in Gaza
Suspension of funding from certain countries leaves UN agency on brink of closure in enclave, says its European representative
Gaza ceasefire talks in Cairo “positive”
‘Consultations will continue over next 3 days,’ Al Qahera News channel says, citing well-placed source
UN backs Senegalese right to peaceful protest amid election unrest
UN and US voice concern over Senegal’s crisis, calling for peaceful resolution and swift elections.
South Africa urges ICJ to stop Israel’s Rafah offensive
South Africa urges the UN court to act against Israel’s Rafah offensive in Gaza, fearing large-scale harm and destruction.
UN hopeful about preventing Israeli ‘all-out offensive’ in Rafah
Possible Israeli assault ‘would have devastating consequences,’ Antonio Guterres warns
Biden and Jordanian king warn Israeli about invasion of Rafah
The president appeared alongside an Arab leader at the White House for the first time since the Israel invasion began.
ICC to probe Israel’s strike in Rafah with ‘utmost urgency’
Chief prosecutor emphasizes accountability for Israeli actions in Gaza, warning against violations of international law.
Spain captures record cocaine stash from Suriname
Spain intercepts a record cocaine shipment of 8 tonnes found hidden in container, three suspects arrested.
