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US First Lady Melania Trump hosted a meeting with Russian and Ukrainian officials at the White House, urging both parties to build on a recent local ceasefire. The meeting included key representatives from each nation, marking a significant diplomatic initiative amidst ongoing hostilities.
At least 25 planes across Europe have made emergency landings due to bomb threats, later deemed hoaxes, with no genuine threats discovered.
Democrats achieved significant victories in the recent midterm elections, gaining control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. However, they lack the two-thirds majority required to override presidential vetoes, complicating efforts to influence US policy on conflicts in Iran, Gaza, and Ukraine.
Pope Leo XIV criticises leaders for spending billions on ‘killing and devastation’ during his Africa tour. He remains focused on promoting peace, brotherhood, and justice. The Pope will continue his advocacy for dialogue and understanding in the face of global conflict.
A patient in Norway has been virtually cured of HIV following a family stem cell transplant. Known as the ‘Oslo patient’, he received cells from his elder brother, who carried a rare gene blocking HIV. Doctors deem him cured ‘for all practical purposes’. Further details are available.
Pope Leo XIV condemned global leaders for unjust wars during his visit to Cameroon, asserting that the world is ‘being ravaged by a handful of tyrants.’ He critiques politicians who misuse religion to justify violence and urges a commitment to peace.
Antarctica’s A-23A iceberg has disintegrated after nearly 40 years at sea, having calved from the Filchner Ice Shelf in 1986. The immense iceberg journeyed over 2,300km before collapsing in the South Atlantic in April 2026. Scientists continue to study its lifecycle and movement patterns.
Dubai police arrested an airline worker for sharing images of war damage. The arrest followed electronic monitoring of a WhatsApp group, revealing a clip of smoke from an Iranian drone strike. The individual remains in custody while facing serious charges. Further details will unfold as the case progresses.
Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov was arrested for illegally visiting North Sentinel Island, home to the Sentinelese tribe. Detained since March 2025, his bail was denied after he attempted to offer a can of Diet Coke, posing a threat to the tribe. His next court appearance is scheduled for April 29.
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