Al Shabaab militants attacked a hotel in Beledweyne, Somalia, killing at least 10 people, mostly civilians. The assault began with a car bomb followed by a gunfight as militants clashed with government forces. Clan leaders meeting to discuss countering the group were among the victims.
A deadly al Shabaab attack on a hotel in Beledweyne, central Somalia, has claimed the lives of at least 10 people, with most victims being civilians. The assault began with a car bomb before gunmen stormed the hotel, where clan leaders had gathered to discuss countermeasures against the militant group. The siege, which lasted for hours, ended when four attackers detonated suicide bombs and two others were killed by security forces. While al Shabaab claimed 20 deaths, including soldiers and elders, the official toll stands at 10, with the majority being civilians. The attack highlights the ongoing threat posed by the group in Somalia's volatile political landscape.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. for the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including a traditional luncheon, shamrock ceremony, and a performance by Riverdance, reaffirming the strong ties between the U.S. and Ireland.
The World Bank has unveiled a $1 billion program for Lebanon's reconstruction, including a $250 million loan, to help rebuild the country's economy and infrastructure after years of instability and the 2020 Beirut port explosion.
President Erdogan praised Ukraine's 30-day ceasefire with Russia, hoping for Russia's response. He also reiterated Turkey's offer to host future peace talks with Moscow.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that Poland and Turkey will work together to promote stability in Syria, emphasizing a united effort to address the ongoing conflict and its regional impacts.
A Russian court fined journalist Nadezhda Kevorkova 600,000 roubles for "justifying terrorism" over a Telegram post about the Taliban. Arrested in May 2024, she maintains her innocence.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. for the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including a traditional luncheon, shamrock ceremony, and a performance by Riverdance, reaffirming the strong ties between the U.S. and Ireland.
The World Bank has unveiled a $1 billion program for Lebanon's reconstruction, including a $250 million loan, to help rebuild the country's economy and infrastructure after years of instability and the 2020 Beirut port explosion.
President Erdogan praised Ukraine's 30-day ceasefire with Russia, hoping for Russia's response. He also reiterated Turkey's offer to host future peace talks with Moscow.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that Poland and Turkey will work together to promote stability in Syria, emphasizing a united effort to address the ongoing conflict and its regional impacts.
A Russian court fined journalist Nadezhda Kevorkova 600,000 roubles for "justifying terrorism" over a Telegram post about the Taliban. Arrested in May 2024, she maintains her innocence.
President Donald Trump is preparing a new travel ban that could block entry for people from Afghanistan and Pakistan as early as next week. The move is part of an intensified immigration crackdown.
Italy’s League party urges the government to favour Starlink over French-led Eutelsat for satellite communication systems, citing Starlink's technological edge. The push comes amid delays in the EU’s IRIS² program, as Italy seeks secure communication solutions for officials.
XPeng Motors plans to mass-produce flying cars by 2026, becoming the first company globally to do so. CEO He Xiaopeng also highlighted advancements in autonomous driving and humanoid robotics as part of the company’s future tech initiatives.
World leaders welcomed the 30-day ceasefire proposal that Ukraine has agreed to, calling it a step toward ending the conflict with Russia.
President Donald Trump has vowed to respond to the European Union's counter-tariffs, escalating tensions over the U.S. steel and aluminum duties that have sparked a trade dispute between the two economic powers.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. for the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including a traditional luncheon, shamrock ceremony, and a performance by Riverdance, reaffirming the strong ties between the U.S. and Ireland.
The World Bank has unveiled a $1 billion program for Lebanon's reconstruction, including a $250 million loan, to help rebuild the country's economy and infrastructure after years of instability and the 2020 Beirut port explosion.
President Erdogan praised Ukraine's 30-day ceasefire with Russia, hoping for Russia's response. He also reiterated Turkey's offer to host future peace talks with Moscow.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. for the annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including a traditional luncheon, shamrock ceremony, and a performance by Riverdance, reaffirming the strong ties between the U.S. and Ireland.
The World Bank has unveiled a $1 billion program for Lebanon's reconstruction, including a $250 million loan, to help rebuild the country's economy and infrastructure after years of instability and the 2020 Beirut port explosion.
President Erdogan praised Ukraine's 30-day ceasefire with Russia, hoping for Russia's response. He also reiterated Turkey's offer to host future peace talks with Moscow.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that Poland and Turkey will work together to promote stability in Syria, emphasizing a united effort to address the ongoing conflict and its regional impacts.
A Russian court fined journalist Nadezhda Kevorkova 600,000 roubles for "justifying terrorism" over a Telegram post about the Taliban. Arrested in May 2024, she maintains her innocence.
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