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Young Palestinian artists in Gaza exhibited their war impressions as a ceasefire held. Young Palestinian Artists in Gaza Exhibit Their Impressions of War as a Fragile Ceasefire Holds Military. com.
Israel used water access as a weapon in Gaza, with MSF documenting destroyed water trucks. The charity documented several incidents where its clearly identified water trucks and boreholes had been shot at or destroyed.
Russia's Africa Corps, successor to the Wagner mercenary group, claimed it prevented a coup in Mali, inflicting "irreplaceable losses" on rebels who seized towns, while avoiding civilian casualties. The group made the claim in a statement from Russia's defence ministry.
US President Trump referred to King Charles III as his "friend" and a "great guy" during the monarch's visit, amid rising tensions with Iran. Trump spoke in glowing terms about the British king.
The UAE announced it will leave OPEC, citing long-standing complaints about the group's quotas limiting its exports. Its departure is expected to weaken OPEC's influence. The Gulf government has long complained about the group’s quotas, which officials believe unfairly limited its exports.
Iranian conservationists have recorded several new Asiatic cheetahs, a critically endangered subspecies, in the country. The sightings offer a rare glimmer of hope for the species, which is found only in Iran.
Washington's mixed signals have stalled US-Iran talks, which are being facilitated through Islamabad and Moscow. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely shut. As the Strait of Hormuz stays largely shut and Washington sends mixed signals, talks run through Islamabad and Moscow.
The United Arab Emirates has decided to leave the oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership. The move is seen as a potential blow to the cartel's future.
The United Arab Emirates withdrew from OPEC and OPEC+, a blow to the oil cartel. The United Arab Emirates has announced it’s withdrawing from OPEC and OPEC+.
Six people were killed in Kyiv and Moscow amid increased aerial attacks on energy infrastructure. Kyiv and Moscow have stepped up their aerial attacks over recent months, with both sides mainly targeting energy infrastructure.
Bosnia signed a pipeline deal to reduce Russian gas dependence, potentially jeopardizing EU membership. The European Union warns that the deal on the link to Croatia could jeopardise Bosnia’s bid to join the bloc.
Ukrainian drones struck Russia's Tuapse refinery in the Black Sea port city for the third time in two weeks. The refinery was targeted in a series of drone attacks. Ukraine targeted a major Russian oil refinery in the Black Sea port city of Tuapse for the third time within two weeks.
The U. N. court has ordered a medical evaluation for Bosnian Serb commander Ratko Mladic. The evaluation is part of Mladic's ongoing trial for war crimes during the Bosnian conflict. U.
India experienced a heatwave with temperatures over 46°C in some areas, affecting northwestern and central regions. An unusual April heatwave is scorching large parts of India, with temperatures exceeding 46°C in some areas.
Salim Dola, a 59-year-old alleged drug trafficking kingpin, was deported from Türkiye to India and handed over to the Narcotics Control Bureau. He was taken to the bureau's headquarters in Delhi.
Bangladesh began fuelling its first nuclear power station as the country's grid faces strain during summer heat. The power station is expected to help meet electricity demand. The grid in Bangladesh is stretched every year during the summer heat, when people crank up power-hungry air conditioners.
The United Arab Emirates announced its exit from OPEC, a move that has garnered significant international attention. The decision was made public on April 28, 2026, and has sparked widespread interest.
Mexico's military has captured the top leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The cartel was designated a foreign terrorist organization by the U. S. last year. Last year, Mr. Trump designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and five other Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations.
Worldline completed its divestments and reported revenues that exceeded expectations. The company's financial performance was better than anticipated, contributing to a positive outlook.
Oil prices increased amid concerns over the United Arab Emirates' recent exit from OPEC. Meanwhile, worries about artificial intelligence impacted stock markets, adding to the complex market dynamics.
Amazon aims to undertake mass hiring with the help of agentic software. The company's goal is to make AI more human-like, indicating a significant shift in its approach to artificial intelligence development.
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