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Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh’s interim government, conducted his first bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting a shift in diplomatic relations following the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Riek Machar, South Sudan’s First Vice President, was arrested by armed forces at his residence, sparking condemnation from his party over the government’s unconstitutional actions.

Unprecedented anti-Hamas protests in northern Gaza saw hundreds of Palestinians demanding an end to the war, chanting slogans like “We don’t want war” and “Out Hamas.”

Kim Jong Un conducted tests of AI-enabled suicide drones and reconnaissance drones, highlighting North Korea’s emphasis on unmanned technology for military modernisation.

Zelensky urges US and allies to stand strong against Russia – defiant that Russia is the evil empire. He acknowledged the bipartisan support within the US for Ukraine but cautioned against the influence of Russian narratives on American officials that could undermine their stance.

The United States, traditionally isolationist and safely sheltered by two vast oceans, has always decided and declared itself as a ruler, but never before has it pressed its claim so dramatically. 

Trumpism is here to stay and will outlive his presidency. The reason for that is that his policies have shifted the dynamics in US politics so severely that now Democrats will have to adapt. 

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has announced plans to accompany his wife, Usha Vance, on a trip to Greenland this Friday. The visit, initially intended for Usha to attend Greenland’s national dogsled race and explore cultural sites, has been refocused to include both the Vice President and Second Lady visiting the U.S. Space Force’s Pituffik Space Base to assess Arctic security concerns. 

Ekrem Imamoglu, a modern and inclusive politician, has gained traction as a popular candidate for the presidency despite facing corruption charges and concerns over terrorism allegations.

Wildfires in South Korea have resulted in at least 18 fatalities and prompted the government to raise the crisis alert to its highest level amid unprecedented damage.

During a significant anti-government rally in Belgrade, Serbia, on March 15, 2025, attendees reported hearing a frightening sound that caused panic and chaos among the crowd. Witnesses described the noise as a “whiz” lasting a few seconds, which prompted many to flee the area.

Turkish protests continue for the sixth consecutive day following the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, leading to a crackdown that has seen over 1,400 arrests, including seven journalists.

A group chat involving high-ranking US officials, unintentionally including journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, revealed plans for airstrikes on Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis and a critical perspective on European allies’ military contributions.

Kunal Kamra defends his satire against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, asserting his right to free expression amid an ongoing defamation investigation.

A group chat on Signal inadvertently included journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, who received advance notice of US military strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen from senior Trump administration officials.

Cliff Notes – EU’s top diplomat makes visit to Israel amid tensions Kaja Kallas delivered an Urgent Message: The EU foreign affairs chief emphasised that resuming negotiations is the only…

A large glowing spiral was observed in the night sky across the UK and Ireland, likely caused by frozen exhaust from SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket.

Activists report that Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal was detained by the Israeli military in the Occupied West Bank after allegedly being assaulted by Israeli settlers in the village of Susya.

A group chat on the Signal app involving Trump officials, discussing sensitive military plans against Houthi rebels in Yemen, was inadvertently exposed to Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic.

Several of the UK newspaper front pages report on the new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney calling for a snap general election – set for 28 April 2025. 

The race for election is fully underway and amongst the key issues Canadians will have in mind as they head to the polls include housing, immigration and of course … Donald Trump. 

Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul since 2019, is recognised for his inclusive political style and has emerged as a potent rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan amidst Turkey’s polarised political landscape.

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has been detained on charges of corruption and alleged links to Kurdish militants, prompting widespread public protests across Turkey.

Windhoek and Leonardville, Namibia – Impo Gift Kapamba Musasa holds a hose pipe in one hand and gestures to a garden of cabbages, onions and turnips with the other. He is a teacher in the crumbling village of Leonardville in rural Namibia, where water is becoming scarce.

President Zelenskyy calls for renewed pressure on Russia after a drone attack resulted in seven deaths, highlighting the urgent need to end the conflict.

The Constitutional Court of South Korea has overturned the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, reinstating him as acting leader. This decision allowed Han to address pressing issues, including the implications of global trade changes.

David Pelicot recounts the devastating moment he learned his father, Dominique, drugged and raped his mother, Gisele, involving numerous other men in the abuse, severely impacting the family.