Garbage piles up in Birmingham amid sanitation strike
A labor strike by Birmingham’s trash workers has left the city buried in garbage and facing rising public health concerns.
French foreign minister pushes for a fresh start with Algeria
France and Algeria agree to reset relations after tensions over Western Sahara and the arrest of writer Boualem Sansal.
Macron plans Gaza talks with leaders of Egypt and Jordan
Macron will meet with Egypt’s president and Jordan’s king in Cairo to discuss the Gaza situation and push for a ceasefire.
Palestinian paramedic says Israeli troops fired on ambulances
Munther Abed, a volunteer with the Palestinian Red Crescent, said he was detained by Israeli troops near Rafah on March 23 while responding to an emergency call after an air strike
India, Africa launch inaugural naval drill for security
India and 10 African nations to launch first joint naval drill off Tanzania’s coast to enhance maritime security and counter China’s influence in the region.
Philippines raises alarm over China’s arrest of alleged Filipino spies
According to China’s state-run China Daily, the three Filipinos were accused of working for Philippine intelligence and gathering classified information on China’s military
Egypt proposes new ceasefire, swap deal to mediate Gaza talks
Israeli media reported that Egypt submitted a fresh proposal to mediate a Gaza truce and exchange prisoners between Israel and Palestinian groups.
Russia calls for diplomacy over Iran nuclear standoff, offers mediation
The Kremlin’s statement comes after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran unless it agrees to new terms with Washington
Turkish police detain 11 over opposition-backed economic boycott
While the Turkish government has condemned the boycott, labeling it an effort to destabilize the economy, it is noteworthy that the Erdogan regime itself has repeatedly called for boycotts in the past
Hungary to exit ICC as Netanyahu visits Budapest
Netanyahu, facing an ICC arrest warrant over alleged war crimes in Gaza, was invited to Budapest by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a close ally of Israel
Israel strikes Syrian military sites, destroys Hama Airbase
The strikes severely damaged Hama’s military airport, injuring both civilians and soldiers, according to Syria’s foreign ministry
Hamas rejects Israel’s ceasefire counter-proposal
Israel submitted its counter-proposal on March 29 in coordination with the United States after Hamas had agreed to a plan put forward by Egypt and Qatar
Hamas warns against ‘chaos’ after officer’s killing as Protests Grow
The Hamas-run interior ministry warned against actions undermining public order, but the killing and recent protests reflect growing civilian frustration with Hamas rule
Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs set to spark trade war
Despite weeks of anticipation, the White House has admitted that Trump is still fine-tuning the specifics of the tariffs just hours before the announcement
Russia slams US ‘ultimatums’ after Trump threatens to bomb Iran
The Kremlin has largely avoided direct criticism of Trump, as President Vladimir Putin seeks to strengthen ties with Washington
Israel proposes extended truce in Gaza amid ongoing fighting
The proposal, which does not finalize an end to the Israel-Hamas war, envisions a ceasefire lasting between 40 and 50 days
Hamas accepts latest Gaza ceasefire deal proposed by mediators
Hamas has approved a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar, urging Israel to accept it while insisting its weapons remain a “red line.”
7.7 quake hits Myanmar & Thailand, rescue underway
A powerful earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 150 and injuring hundreds. Rescue teams struggle to reach remote areas as aftershocks persist.
Mass protests erupt across Morocco Mauritania and Yemen for Gaza
Solidarity rallies in multiple countries brought thousands to the streets to protest Israeli military actions in Gaza and support Palestinian rights.
S Africa rescues 23 citizens from online scam centres in Myanmar
23 South Africans have been returned home after being held in Myanmar scam centres and forced into illegal activities.
Russian tourist submarine sinks off Egypt’s Red Sea, leaving six dead
The Russian consulate in Hurghada reported that the submarine, named “Sindbad,” had 45 Russian tourists aboard, along with crew members
Hegseth texted strike timing for Houthi target – report
Hegseth has denied sharing sensitive military plans as President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to manage the fallout
Kenyan MSS soldier missing after gang attack in Haiti
The incident occurred as MSS forces assisted a Haitian police vehicle that had become stuck in a ditch, which authorities suspect was intentionally dug by gangs
Maradona’s ex-bodyguard detained for false testimony in trial
Maradona’s former bodyguard was arrested for perjury in a trial against seven medical staff accused of negligence in the football legend’s care.