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A group of 49 white South Africans has begun their relocation to the United States, having been granted refugee status under a programme announced by the Trump administration in February.

The first white South Africans, mainly Afrikaners, have been granted refugee status and departed for the US, following a program initiated by President Trump aimed at alleged persecution in South Africa.

President Trump commences a significant Middle East tour, with talks initiated between the U.S. and Hamas for a potential ceasefire in Gaza, following hopes for a hostage release.

Pope Leo, elected less than 24 hours prior, led his first holy mass in the Sistine Chapel, emphasising the Church’s role in guiding “the dark nights of this world.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel will “defend ourselves alone” against the Houthis after Donald Trump struck a surprise deal with the Iran-backed group.

The prime minister is facing a rebellion from his MPs over planned cuts to welfare that some have warned are “impossible to support” without a “change of direction.” 

US-born Robert Prevost, who holds citizenship in both the US and Peru, has been chosen to be the next Pope – following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. 

Leaders from both countries praised the move as a positive step, but many analysts say it doesn’t significantly change the overall trade relationship.

Robert Prevost, elected as Pope Leo XIV, is the first US candidate to lead the Catholic Church, holding dual citizenship in the US and Peru.

Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the US, holds dual citizenship with Peru, where he served as a missionary for decades.