Hamas negotiators arrive in Cairo amid ongoing Israeli attacks
A Hamas team arrived in Cairo for talks on a Gaza ceasefire while Israeli strikes killed 26 people across the territory.
Israeli drone strike kills commander from Jama’a Islamiya near Beirut
The strike targeted Hussein Atawi, a prominent commander in the Fajr Forces, the militant faction’s armed wing
DR Congo mourns Pope Francis, voice of the voiceless gone
After Pope Francis’ passing Catholics in DR Congo pay tribute to his outspoken defense of the poor.
France pledges over $3.5B to rebuild Mayotte
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a €3.2 billion ($3.6 billion) funding package on Monday for the reconstruction of Mayotte, the French overseas department devastated by Cyclone Chido in mid-December. Visiting the archipelago four months after the storm, which killed 40 people and caused nearly $4 billion in damage, Macron stated the funds would be disbursed
Kanal Istanbul resumes as property prices soar amid Imamoğlu’s arrest
Construction on the controversial Kanal Istanbul project has reportedly resumed following the arrest of Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem Imamoğlu
Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah commanders in southern Lebanon
Israel’s military stated that Nasr had been involved in smuggling weapons and funds into Lebanon to bolster Hezbollah’s military capabilities
Israel revokes visas for 27 French lawmakers ahead of planned visit
Israel cancels visas for left-wing French MPs and officials amid diplomatic tensions with France
Hegseth shared sensitive war plans in second Signal chat, NYT reports
The Pentagon and White House have yet to comment on the matter
Pope Francis’ death revives 900-year-old apocalypse prophecy
While some have dismissed the prophecy as apocryphal, its resurgence has sparked intrigue
Pope Francis, 88, dies after prolonged illness, Vatican announces
A statement from the Vatican described his death as a “peaceful passing,” though details regarding the exact cause of death have not been disclosed
US official: ‘Significant progress’ made in talks with Iran
‘We agreed to meet again next week,’ official says after discussions in Rome
Trump expects Russia and Ukraine to reach peace this week
Trump expressed hope that Russia and Ukraine will make peace this week and begin business relations with the thriving United States.
Thousands protest across the US against Trump’s policies
Additionally, some protesters displayed support for Ukraine, urging the U.S. to take a stronger stance against Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion
Israeli Al-Aqsa blast video sparks Arab outrage
An AI-generated video showing Al-Aqsa’s destruction has sparked Arab outrage, with calls for international action against Israeli provocations.
Ukraine agrees to truce; Zelensky blames Russia for violations
Zelensky said Ukraine would observe Russia’s Easter truce despite continued attacks, air-raid sirens, and claims of ongoing Russian artillery fire.
At least 11 die after residential building collapses in Delhi
Eleven people were killed and several injured after a residential building collapsed in northeastern Delhi according to local reports.
Equatorial Guinea denies sending troops to Ukraine
Equatorial Guinea’s vice president denied reports that the country is sending troops or hiring mercenaries to support Russia in Ukraine.
Iran and US set for fresh nuclear talks in Rome
Trump, who abandoned the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and six world powers during his first term and reimposed severe sanctions on Tehran, has ramped up his “maximum pressure” policy since returning to office in January
US attack on Yemen kills 80, marking deadliest strike yet
The US military’s airstrikes on Yemen’s Ras Issa fuel terminal killed 80, intensifying the ongoing conflict with the Huthi rebels.
Pentagon to reduce US forces in Syria to under 1,000
The US military plans to reduce its forces in Syria to fewer than 1,000 troops under a new Pentagon plan.
170+ arrested in Pakistan after attacks on KFC restaurants
Police confirmed at least 11 attacks on KFC outlets in major cities, including Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad
Pakistan expels over 80,000 Afghans ahead of April 30 deadline
Afghan nationals without legal documents or those holding Afghan Citizen Cards were warned by Islamabad to leave by March 31, with the deadline later extended to April 30
Violent brawl erupts in London over exploited paid demonstration
The altercation, which occurred after accusations of exploitation and deception, stemmed from the participants’ involvement in a paid demonstration
Trump confirms US has held tariff discussions with China
Trump confirmed that China has reached out multiple times as the US seeks to settle a major trade conflict through continued discussions.