Senior Islamic State Leader Killed in Iraq During Joint Operation
A senior Islamic State leader, Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifa, has been killed in a joint Iraqi and US-led coalition operation.
US Expels South African Ambassador Following Rising Diplomatic Tensions
The US has expelled South Africa’s ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, as diplomatic tensions between Washington and Pretoria continue to escalate.
Second Pro-Palestinian Activist Arrested by US Immigration Authorities
US immigration authorities have arrested Palestinian activist Kordia in New Jersey, citing an expired student visa from 2022, DHS announced.
Zelensky Accuses Russia of Stalling Ceasefire Talks as Tensions Escalate
Zelensky has claimed Russia is delaying ceasefire talks in order to extend the war.
Over 50 US Universities Under Investigation for Alleged Racial Discrimination
The US Education Department is investigating over 50 universities for alleged racial discrimination, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
Myanmar Faces Deepening Food Crisis As WFP Halts Aid For Over A Million
Over a million people in Myanmar will lose WFP food aid next month due to funding shortfalls
Trump, Putin Discuss Ceasefire as Russia Expresses ‘Cautious Optimism’ Over Ukraine Deal
Trump says US had “good and productive” discussions with Putin, urging him to spare thousands of “surrounded” Ukrainian troops.
Columbia University Punishes Pro-Palestinian Protesters for Occupying Campus Building
Columbia University has taken disciplinary action against pro-Palestinian protesters who occupied a campus building during demonstrations.
Japanese PM Ishiba Apologises For Gifting Lawmakers Gift Certificates As Political Pressure Mounts
Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba has apologised for gifting lawmakers, sparking criticism that could threaten budget approval and his political standing.
Measles Cases In Europe Reach 25-Year High As Vaccination Rates Decline
Measles cases in Europe hit a 25-year high in 2024 as declining vaccination rates fuel a resurgence.
Taiwan’s Leader Lai Ching-te Labels China a ‘Foreign Hostile Force’ As Tensions Escalate
Taiwan’s President has called China a “foreign hostile force,” announcing national security measures amid rising tensions.
Portugal To Hold Snap Election On May 18 After Government Collapse
Portugal will hold a snap parliamentary election on May 18 after the centre-right government collapsed
Federal Judges Block Trump’s Mass Firings, Order Reinstatement of Thousands of Workers
US Courts have ordered the reinstatement of thousands of workers terminated by the Trump and Musk- led layoffs
American Airlines Plane Catches Fire on Tarmac in Denver, 12 Hospitalised
Passengers were evacuated as an American Airlines plane caught fire on the tarmac at Denver International Airport.
Global Displacement To Increase By 6.7 Million By Next Year, Aid Group Warns
Global displacement could rise by 6.7 million next year, an aid group warns, amid worsening humanitarian funding cuts.
Putin Expresses Conditional Support for US Ceasefire Proposal in Ukraine
Putin has agreed with the US ceasefire proposal in Ukraine, but insists any truce must address root causes of the conflict.
US Imposes Sanctions On Iran’s Oil Minister And Shadow Fleet Vessels
The US has sanctioned Iran’s oil minister and shadow fleet vessels used to disguise Iranian oil shipments to China.
Russia Claims Final Push to Expel Ukrainian Forces from Kursk as Ceasefire Talks Loom
Kremlin has reported that Russian forces are in the final stage of expelling Ukrainian troops from Kursk.
US Judge Extends Order Blocking Deportation of Columbia University Student
A US Judge has extended an order blocking the deportation of Columbia University student following concerns over free speech violations.
Trump Threatens More Tariffs as EU, Canada Strike Back Against Existing Ones
Trump has warned of additional tariffs while the EU and Canada retaliate against trade measures already imposed.
