Hundreds attend Malian man’s funeral in French mosque
The tragic murder of Aboubakar Cisse in a French mosque has led to calls for justice and an investigation into religious hatred in France.
US sanctions Haitian gangs over Caribbean violence
The US has declared two Haitian gang groups as terrorist organizations for driving violence in the region and threatening national security interests.
Europe plans stricter Russia sanctions with US help
The EU is planning new sanctions on Russia as France blames Putin for blocking peace and seeks coordination with upcoming us measures.
Syrian state secures deal with Jaramana leaders on disarmament
Druze leaders back a united Syria as Damascus expands state control and calls for restoring security and stability in the southern governorates.
Iran slams US “provocative statements” ahead of nuclear talks
The U.S. and Iran have been in discussions for the past month on a potential agreement to limit Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of financial sanctions
Jordan sentences four to 20 years over Muslim Brotherhood plot
The Muslim Brotherhood had been operating in Jordan despite its dissolution by the country’s top court in 2020, with authorities largely overlooking its activities until now
Israeli strike in Gaza kills 4-year-old girl and several children
A 4-year-old girl and several other children were killed in a roadside Israeli strike in Gaza, leaving families mourning amid ongoing conflict and unclear military targets.
Armed men kidnap five Indians in Niger attack
Five Indian workers were kidnapped and twelve soldiers killed in a violent attack near Sakoira, Niger, prompting diplomatic efforts for their release.
Pakistan says intelligence shows India may launch military action soon
The April 22 attack in Pahalgam killed 26 people, with Islamist assailants specifically targeting Hindus
Iran executes Mossad spy over 2022 assassination
Langarneshin was implicated in the killing of Colonel Sayyad Khodaei, who was shot dead by two motorcyclists in Tehran in May 2022
Italians play ‘Fantapapa’ as others bet on next pope’s ident...
The game, which launched after Pope Francis’ death on April 21, has attracted nearly 60,000 users
Egypt intel chief hosts Israel for Gaza truce talks
Cairo hosted Israeli negotiators led by Ron Dermer as Egypt intensifies its diplomatic push for a ceasefire in Gaza amid continued violence.
Abu Dhabi unveils $500mn maternal health fund for Africa
The UAE-backed Beginnings Fund will improve care for 34 million mothers and babies in Africa by 2030 despite global funding cuts.
Leader of Jaish al-Islam terror group arrested in UAE on Turkish passport
According to sources close to Buwaydani, he was arrested on Thursday while trying to leave the UAE. Buwaydani, traveling on a Turkish passport, entered the country for a private visit, but the reasons for his arrest remain unclear
Sectarian clashes near Syrian capital leave over a dozen dead
The clashes, which erupted overnight, involved gunmen from the nearby Sunni-majority town of Maliha and other Sunni areas
US aid cuts force UN agencies to scale back operations
UN food and refugee agencies are warning of severe cuts to their services due to significant funding losses, particularly from the United States.
Spain, Portugal hit by massive blackout
Authorities have charged Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, with eight counts of second-degree murder following the incident Saturday night
Suspected US airstrike hits Yemen migrant center, killing 68: Houthi TV
The U.S. military has not yet commented on the strike, and typically refrains from providing details about airstrike targets for operational security reasons
Syria’s Sharaa rejects Kurdish calls for decentralization
Kurdish factions, including the dominant party in Syria’s northeast, met in Qamishli on Saturday, where they agreed on a political vision for Syria’s Kurdish minority
Qatar, Saudi Arabia clear Syria’s World Bank dues
Saudi Arabia and Qatar will jointly pay Syria’s $15M World Bank debt to support recovery, unlock financial aid, and promote regional cooperation.
Death toll from Iran port explosion reaches 25, 1,139 injured
Fire broke out Saturday at Shahid Rajaee Port, triggering explosion, say witnesses
Hamas pushes for five-year truce and comprehensive peace deal
Hamas has proposed a five-year truce with a full exchange of hostages to end the ongoing war in Gaza after talks with Egyptian mediators.
Chemical blast at Iran’s Bandar Abbas Port kills 4, injures hundreds
Hossein Zafari, a spokesperson for Iran’s crisis management organization, said the explosion was likely due to poor chemical storage at the port
Iran cites missile program as main obstacle in US nuclear talks
The two sides recently agreed in Rome to begin crafting a framework to resolve the long-standing dispute over Iran’s nuclear activities
