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Tunisia’s president sacks third prime minister in less than two years
Kamel Maddouri's dismissal comes amid economic and political crises under President Kais Saied, who rules by decree.
Kenya’s handshake politics: Elite self-preservation disguised as compromise
The recent MoU between William Ruto's and Raila Odinga's parties is part of an honoured Kenyan tradition.
Sudanese army retakes presidential palace
Sudan’s army has retaken the presidential palace in the capital Khartoum, nearly two years after it was seized.
Fire causes day-long shutdown of UK’s Heathrow Airport
London’s Heathrow Airport has been closed due to a nearby fire that caused a major power cut.
Beijing slams request by US lawmaker for information on Chinese students
US congressional panel asks six universities to share data on students enrolled in science and technology programmes.
Europe working on plan to replace US in NATO in five to 10 years: Report
NATO members seek to avoid possible chaos should the US declare its withdrawal from the transatlantic military bloc.
Does Trump want Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, what has Kyiv said?
The US president leading ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia has put a new offer on the table.
Israel’s cabinet approves sacking of Shin Bet chief amid protests
Ronen Bar will end his term on April 10 or as soon as his replacement is appointed, Prime Minister's Office says.
South Africa’s Antarctica base hit by assault claims: What happened?
A base staff member allegedly attacked the expedition leader over a schedule change, officials said.
US approves first sale of laser-guided precision rockets to Saudi Arabia
The Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System is a cost-effective choice for shooting down low-cost small armed drones.
North Korea tests anti-aircraft weapons as Russia’s security chief arrives
The latest launch appears to be 'the testing of weapons for export to Russia to be used in Ukraine', expert says.
Despite rising prices, Pakistan’s love for sugar remains unshaken
With overall inflation down and prices of other commodities stable, consumers are willing to pay more for sugar.
Indonesian volcano sends ash cloud 8km high, some flights cancelled
The eruption disrupted several flights and raised emergency warnings to their highest level for locals and tourists.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,121
These are the key developments on day 1,121 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Second night of protests in Turkiye after Istanbul mayor detained
Predawn arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu sets off protests in several cities and likely to continue into the weekend.
UK’s Heathrow airport shuts amid outage, throwing global travel into chaos
London airport says it will close until midnight on Friday for the safety of passengers and workers.
Trump signs order to dismantle US education department
The move, which he promised to do on the campaign trail, is already facing legal challenges.
Trump orders increased minerals production, says Ukraine deal coming soon
US president invokes wartime powers to boost production of rare earths and other critical minerals.
Donald Trump signs executive order to ‘eliminate’ Department of Education
The executive order begins the process of dismantling the department, a process which requires congressional approval.
Georgetown researcher arrest escalates Trump speech crackdown, scholars say
Georgetown fellow Badar Khan Suri, an Indian citizen, was targeted over his personal views on Palestine, supporters say.