US owns 5,044 nuclear warheads, out of 12,121 worldwide, according to 2024 data

South Africa’s central bank governor warned that Trump’s tariff-driven trade talks are fueling prolonged uncertainty in global financial markets.

Palestinian factions in Gaza have strongly condemned remarks made by Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, who referred to Hamas as “sons of dogs” and called for the release of remaining Israeli captives in Gaza. Bassem Naim, a senior Hamas official, labeled Abbas’ comments as “insulting.” Abbas had stated that Hamas’ refusal to release the captives

Macron’s visit to Madagascar includes discussions on economic cooperation and ongoing colonial-era issues like territorial claims and repatriation.

Mahmoud Abbas blamed Hamas for the Gaza bloodshed, urging the group to release hostages and stop fueling Israeli military action.

The earthquake’s depth was reported at 6.92 km, according to Turkey’s AFAD disaster agency

Over 117,000 Palestinians injured in Israeli assault since October 2023, Health Ministry says

Tehran confirmed a postponement of the nuclear meeting with the US to Saturday, aligning with the third round of indirect talks in Muscat.

A Hamas team arrived in Cairo for talks on a Gaza ceasefire while Israeli strikes killed 26 people across the territory.

The strike targeted Hussein Atawi, a prominent commander in the Fajr Forces, the militant faction’s armed wing

After Pope Francis’ passing Catholics in DR Congo pay tribute to his outspoken defense of the poor.

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

Israel’s military stated that Nasr had been involved in smuggling weapons and funds into Lebanon to bolster Hezbollah’s military capabilities

Israel cancels visas for left-wing French MPs and officials amid diplomatic tensions with France

The Pentagon and White House have yet to comment on the matter

While some have dismissed the prophecy as apocryphal, its resurgence has sparked intrigue

A statement from the Vatican described his death as a “peaceful passing,” though details regarding the exact cause of death have not been disclosed

‘We agreed to meet again next week,’ official says after discussions in Rome

Trump expressed hope that Russia and Ukraine will make peace this week and begin business relations with the thriving United States.

Additionally, some protesters displayed support for Ukraine, urging the U.S. to take a stronger stance against Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion

An AI-generated video showing Al-Aqsa’s destruction has sparked Arab outrage, with calls for international action against Israeli provocations.

Zelensky said Ukraine would observe Russia’s Easter truce despite continued attacks, air-raid sirens, and claims of ongoing Russian artillery fire.

Eleven people were killed and several injured after a residential building collapsed in northeastern Delhi according to local reports.

Equatorial Guinea’s vice president denied reports that the country is sending troops or hiring mercenaries to support Russia in Ukraine.