Israeli aircraft launch missiles at Iranian Air Force targets
Explosions heard in Iranian cities as Israel declined to comment on reports of launching attack inside Iran
IMF draws attention to Yemen, Sudan suffering
Kristalina Georgieva of the IMF spotlights the suffering in Yemen and Sudan amidst overshadowing global wars, stressing IMF support for all members.
US vetoes Palestinian UN membership bid
US vetoed Palestinian UN membership amid Gaza crisis, drawing outrage. Move condemned as hindrance to resolving the conflict.
21 fatalities reported in Oman due to heavy rainfall
Oman ravaged by relentless rainfalls that have brought life to standstill
Rwanda deportation bill to pass amidst the UK debate
UK Parliament debates bill to deport undocumented migrants to Rwanda amidst legal challenges and concerns over human rights implications.
World powers urge restraint amid Iran’s strikes on Israel
UN discusses new sanctions on Iran following missile strikes on Israel; G7 urges restraint amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Netanyahu postpones Rafah invasion following Iran strike
Israeli PM delays Rafah invasion amidst Iran’s retaliatory threats. Gaza conflict persists with over 33,700 Palestinians killed since Oct. 7, 2023.
Iran launches its first direct attack against Israel
Major escalation as Iran strikes Israel with over 200 drones and missiles. Israeli army reports intercepting the majority of incoming missiles amid heightened tensions.
IRGC seizes ship with Israeli ties near Strait of Hormuz
Portuguese-flagged ship owned by Israeli businessman seized by marine unit of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, state-run news agency IRNA reports
Seven fatalities in Sydney shopping center stabbing rampage
Knifeman shot dead by police, injured people, including a baby, taken to hospitals, say officials
Haiti in exodus: Gang violence sparks mass displacement
The UN reports nearly 100,000 people have fled gang violence in Haiti’s capital since March, straining resources in already strained provinces.
Hezbollah group launches rockets at Israeli artillery positions
Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah group launches dozens of rockets at Israeli artillery positions in retaliation for strikes in the south.
Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant attacks mark dangerous new war: IAE...
Recent attacks on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant raise concerns over escalating nuclear safety risks in Ukraine, warns the UN atomic agency.
UNSC disagrees on Palestine’s full membership
Security Council fails to agree on Palestinians’ bid for full UN membership, prompting a formal vote, amidst ongoing divisions and US opposition.
Voters lose faith in democracies, institutions — survey
Survey highlights crisis of faith in global democracies and institutions, emphasizing the need for improved governance and combating disinformation.
EU braces for potential surge in migration after Niger coup
EU rushes to implement a new migration pact, but its ability to address the situation remains uncertain.
UK’s Sunak, Rwanda’s Kagame insist on migrant transfer
Despite controversy, UK’s Sunak and Rwanda’s Kagame remain determined to proceed with the deportation of undocumented migrants to Rwanda.
Muslims worldwide get ready for Eid al-Fitr celebrations
Muslims come together at end of holy month of Ramadan in celebration, gratitude, unity
Norway officers carry guns for Eid in wake of threats
Citing threats against mosques, Norway implements a national policy arming on-duty police officers to ensure security during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr celebrations.
Colombia deforestation up despite 2023 decline
While 2023 saw a decline, early 2024 data reveals a concerning rise. El Niño, conflict, and threats to activists pose challenges.
Nicaragua cuts ties with Ecuador post-Mexican embassy raid
Latin American leaders lambaste police operation into Mexican Embassy in Quito to detain former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas
Ecuadorian police raid Mexican embassy for former vice president
Mexico suspending diplomatic relations with Ecuador, says Mexican president
UN reports 1,052 civilian landmine casualties in Myanmar last year
Civilian casualties nearly triple those reported in 2022, says UNICEF
Arab League to discuss Israel’s ‘crimes of genocide’ in Gaza
The Arab League announces an emergency meeting to address the Gaza humanitarian crisis and alleged “crimes of genocide and starvation” by Israel.
