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President Trump criticizes Putin and Zelenskyy in efforts to broker a ceasefire in Ukraine-Russia conflict, facing challenges and tensions.

The Taliban’s leader said there was no need for Western laws in Afghanistan and that democracy was dead as long as sharia laws are in effect.

Women student leaders, who were “key drivers” in the protest against the Sheikh Hasina government in Bangladesh last year, are among the women from around the world who will be awarded by the Donald Trump administration for their “exceptional courage, strength, and leadership”.

President Trump plans to announce reciprocal tariffs on all nations, expanding beyond a smaller group of countries.

CNOOC discovers major oilfield in South China Sea with proven reserves exceeding 100 million tonnes, amid territorial disputes.

At least 14 bodies have been recovered in southern Gaza, including the bodies of eight medics, a week after Israeli soldiers fired at ambulances.

Palestinians in Gaza mourn children killed in Israeli airstrikes during Eid al-Fitr celebrations with dwindling food supplies.

'Let me be clear: The United States will not get it. We do not belong to anyone else,' Jens-Frederik Nielsen, the prime minister of Greenland, wrote.

Greenland PM rejects Trump's claim of U.S. annexation, asserting sovereignty and self-determination of the island territory.

Russian drones targeted a military hospital, a shopping center and apartment blocks in Ukraine's second-largest city, killing two people and wounding dozens. Elsewhere, President Trump offered his most critical comments at Russian President Vladimir Putin for comments he made about the leader of Ukraine.

Pope Francis delivered his Sunday Angelus prayer via written text, and is still recovering from a respiratory infection. He was released from the hospital last week.

Syria's new transitional government, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, includes key allies and the first female minister.

U.S. military airstrike targets ISIS in Somalia, killing operatives in Puntland region, AFRICOM confirms no civilian casualties.

Sophie Chandauka, the chair the Sentebale, says Prince Harry unleashed 'the Sussex (PR) machine' on her earlier this week when he resigned from the HIV/AIDS charity he co-founded.

Israeli airstrikes on a tent and home housing displaced people in southern Gaza has killed 10 people, including children, as Palestinians observed the first day of Eid-al-Fitr, rescuers said.

President Donald Trump says he is frustrated with Vladimir Putin for criticizing Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid a peace push.

The 7.7 magnitude quake hit midday Friday with an epicenter near Mandalay, bringing down scores of buildings and damaging other infrastructure like the city’s airport.

Turkish opposition pushes for early elections and mayor's release amid anti-government protests, with crackdown on journalists drawing international concern.

Ukraine’s air force reported that Russia fired 111 exploding drones and decoys in the latest wave of attacks overnight into Sunday.

Emergency aid has streamed into Southeast Asia in the two days since a massive earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand. Relief efforts are focused on Myanmar, where the estimated death toll rose to 1,644 by Sunday.

Free emergency contraception available in pharmacies in England to reduce inequalities and improve access for women's healthcare.

Drone attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa kill 12 terrorists and 9 civilians, sparking condemnation and calls for investigation.

President Trump threatens Iran with bombing if nuclear weapons development continues, risking wider conflict and military escalation.

Trump threatens secondary tariffs on Russian oil if efforts to end Ukraine war are blocked, starting within a month.

New tremors rattled survivors of Friday’s earthquake, which killed more than 1,600 people, while the government continued its bombing campaign elsewhere in the country.

7.1 magnitude earthquake near Tonga prompts tsunami warning for Pacific island country, no immediate reports of damage.

Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone attack on Kharkiv shows a fresh offensive from Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of peace talks.

Iran rejects direct negotiations with the U.S. over nuclear program, leaving open the possibility of indirect talks.

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian said Sunday that the Islamic Republic rejected direct negotiations with the United States in response to a letter President Trump sent earlier this month over the country's rapidly advancing nuclear program. It was Tehran's first official response to Mr. Trump's letter.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasizes Hamas must disarm amid ongoing negotiations and military pressure in Gaza.

Sudan's RSF leader vows to return to Khartoum despite army pushback, escalating devastating two-year-old war.

Myanmar struggles with earthquake aftermath amid civil war devastation, facing dire humanitarian crisis and aid challenges.

UN warns Gaza faces severe food shortage, malnutrition crisis due to Israeli blockade and bombardment, aid dwindling.

Myanmar's NUG calls for ceasefire after earthquake, urges international aid for relief efforts in conflict-affected areas.

Myanmar, Thailand earthquake LIVE: Follow The Hindu for latest news updates on the aftermath of the severe earthquake that rocked the countries of Myanmar and Thailand.

Aid workers delivered the first shipments of help to Myanmar, but will have to cross a country buckled by the disaster and divided by civil war, arms dealers and drug syndicates.

Syria's new transitional government sworn in to bring stability after Assad's removal, includes diverse Cabinet members.

South Korea, China, and Japan discuss free trade agreement amid U.S. tariffs, aiming to boost regional trade cooperation.

Massive earthquake devastates Mandalay, Myanmar, killing over 1,600; residents search for survivors amid aftershocks in the city.

University of Minnesota student detained by ICE prompts concern, legal aid provided, Gov. Walz seeks answers.

Id-ul-Fitr in Gulf countries on Sunday, March 30, 2025, following crescent moon sightings and official announcements.

Protesters target Tesla dealerships in opposition to Elon Musk's role in government, sparking global demonstrations.

President Trump vows not to fire officials over leaked airstrike plans, showing confidence in national security team.

Measles outbreak in the U.S. with 378 cases, 2 deaths, and concerns over vaccine effectiveness and spread.

The Tesla Takedown movement hoped to rally protestors at 277 of the automaker’s showrooms in the U.S., as well as over 230 Tesla locations in other parts of the world.

In his first statement since he was briefly hospitalized on March 27, Charles said that he was 'shocked and saddened to learn of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar.'

A remote Australian town that will soon lose its only doctor is offering a salary of up to 680,000 Australian dollars, or $428,000, to attract a new candidate. 

Myanmar's National Unity Government declares ceasefire to aid earthquake relief, collaborating with U.N. and NGOs for security and assistance.

'Many accusations and many allegations have been made. And of course we are open to criticism,' Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said.

Hamas has agreed to a new Egyptian proposal to release 5 hostages, including the American-Israeli Edan Alexander, in exchange for a renewed ceasefire, a Hamas source tells CNN.