Türkiye detains 83 over posts after deadly school shootings
Turkish police have detained 83 people for “glorifying crime and criminals” following two school shootings this week, including an atta...
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1. Global leaders condemn deadly Russian missile strike on Sumy.
Global leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer, and Donald Trump, have condemned Russia’s missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, which killed at least 34 people during Palm Sunday celebrations, calling for stronger international actions and a ceasefire.
2. Kremlin says US-Russia talks on bilateral ties progressing well.
The Kremlin stated that ongoing talks with Washington to revive US-Russia relations are progressing well, but warned that the process requires intense diplomacy and time to rebuild mutual trust.
3. Earthquake strikes Myanmar again with magnitude 5.6 tremor.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar on Sunday, following a series of aftershocks since the deadly March 28 quake. While no immediate reports of casualties or damage have emerged, the tremor added to the ongoing devastation in the region.
4. Asian stock markets rise on tariff exemptions; Trump to announce semiconductor tariff rates.
Stock markets in Asia saw gains on Monday, driven by optimism over U.S. tariff exemptions for electronics, while U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to announce semiconductor tariff rates. Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba also warned about the global risks posed by U.S. tariffs.
5. Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa visits UAE as part of regional diplomatic efforts.
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa arrived in the UAE on Sunday for his first official visit since assuming office in January, marking a key step in his regional diplomatic outreach following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
6. Oscar Piastri claims flawless Bahrain Grand Prix victory as McLaren takes control.
Oscar Piastri delivered a faultless drive to claim victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, leading from pole to flag. McLaren’s dominant pace leaves Piastri just three points behind Lando Norris in the title fight, with Verstappen now third in the standings.
7. Türkiye begins major restoration work on Hagia Sophia's domes to ensure earthquake safety.
Türkiye has launched a new phase in the restoration of Hagia Sophia, focusing on reinforcing the monument’s domes against earthquakes. The project aims to upgrade the dome’s framework while preserving the mosque’s historic value.
Greenland’s prime minister has appointed his predecessor to oversee foreign affairs, as pressure from Washington intensifies over the Arctic island’s future.
Spain’s plan to grant legal status to hundreds of thousands of undocumented migrants is facing early resistance, with immigration officers warning they may strike over a lack of preparation and resources.
Dubai’s most iconic hotel, the Burj Al Arab, is set to close for the first time since opening in 1999 as it begins an extensive 18-month refurbishment aimed at preserving its status as a global symbol of luxury.
The U.S. and Iran could resume peace talks over the next couple of days, U.S. President Donald Trump has said. Talks between Israel and Lebanon were held in Washington yesterday. Fuel prices have dropped below $100 a barrel. U.S. blockade on Iranian ports completes first day.
Azerbaijan and Russia have announced a formal settlement over the 2024 crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) Embraer 190 near Aktau, confirming that all outstanding issues, including compensation, have been resolved.
The U.S. Senate on Wednesday rejected two legislative resolutions aimed at stopping the sale of heavy bombs and military bulldozers to Israel.
A federal judge has dismissed a high-profile lawsuit brought by the Trump administration that sought to pre-emptively stop the state of Hawaii from suing major fossil fuel companies over the local impacts of climate change.
A major fire at the Geelong oil refinery near Melbourne in Australia on Wednesday 15 April was extinguished on Thursday lunchtime officials said. It's one of Australia's largest and critical plant's. Authorities said it is still producing jet fuel and diesel but at reduced levels.
The U.S. military said it carried out a lethal strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific on Wednesday, killing three people.
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