US embassy reopens in Venezuela months after Maduro abduction
The US has reopened its embassy in Venezuela, nearly three months after it abducted the former leader Nicolas Maduro.
Germany’s Merz says 80 percent of Syrian immigrants should return home – France 24
- Germany's Merz says 80 percent of Syrian immigrants should return home France 24
- Germany news: Merz and Syrian president talk refugee returns dw.com
- Most Syrian refugees in Germany expected to return home in three years, Merz says BBC
- Germany's Merz says Berlin will work with Syria to return refugees Reuters
- Merz wants majority of Syrians out of Germany politico.eu
Most Syrian refugees in Germany expected to return home in three years, Merz says
Merz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.
Cardinal Parolin meets Israel’s ambassador, expresses regret over Holy Sepulchre incident – Vatican News
- Cardinal Parolin meets Israel’s ambassador, expresses regret over Holy Sepulchre incident Vatican News
- Catholic Leaders Barred From Jerusalem Holy Site on Palm Sunday The New York Times
- Palm Sunday: Cardinal Pizzaballa blocked by Israeli police from Holy Sepulchre as Pope Leo denounces war in Rome America Magazine
- Israel revealed its true colors after ugly Palm Sunday screw-up nypost.com
- Joint Press Release: Holy Monday, 30 March 2026 Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem
Rubio denies US actions punitive, blames Cuba for economic failures
In exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, the US secretary of state downplays US role in the island nation's fuel crisis.
Israel passes law to give death penalty to Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks
Knesset approves measure that has been criticised by European countries and rights groups
Israel’s parliament has passed a law imposing the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of fatal attacks, a measure sharply criticised as discriminatory by European countries and rights groups.
The legislation makes the death penalty the default punishment for Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank found guilty of intentionally carrying out deadly attacks deemed acts of terrorism by a military court.
Continue reading...What we know about attack on key Israeli oil refinery
Israeli authorities said they were containing a large fire at an oil refinery in Haifa after it was hit by debris.
French police make two more arrests over foiled attack on Bank of America
Prosecutors investigating suspected link to Iran war due to similarities with other recent attempted attacks in Europe.
Céline Dion announces comeback shows in Paris after incurable diagnosis
The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk.
Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon
It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy says Middle East visit a success, announces accords – Reuters
- Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Middle East visit a success, announces accords Reuters
- Zelensky Tours Bombarded Mideast in Search of New Rich Allies WSJ
- Ukraine Finalizes Air Defense Deals With Gulf Nations Amid War in Mideast The New York Times
- Zelensky hails 'historic' defence agreements with Gulf states France 24
- Zelenskyy arrives in Jordan to bolster security ties Al Jazeera
Cuba waits for Russian oil tanker to arrive amid US blockade
After a US blockade, Cuba is waiting on the arrival of a sanctioned Russian tanker carrying thousands of barrels of oil.
US airport lines shorten as TSA workers get paid
Airports like JFK and Houston report shorter wait times, though LaGuardia still faces delays of up to two hours.
Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to issue refunds after fan complaints
Fans, who paid up to $450 (£340), complained of a grey convention centre backdrop and a "swag bag" that included only a plastic pouch with a Barbie hand sanitiser.
Two more UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in southern Lebanon: UNIFIL
At least three UN peacekeepers killed this week as violence surges amid Israel's expanding invasion of southern Lebanon.
What is the ‘Greater Israel’ project?
What was once a fringe idea is now voiced more openly and seen on the ground. What does a Greater Israel really mean?
Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
Avi Lewis, elected to lead Canada’s New Democratic party, promises ‘NDP comeback’
Ex-TV host pledged to centre party around equity, with higher wealth taxes, green energy and tuition-free education
Canada’s embattled New Democratic party (NDP) has elected the former broadcaster and self-proclaimed socialist Avi Lewis as its new leader, as it looks to rebuild following a devastating federal election last year that saw it lose official party status.
A record number of members voted in the three-day NDP leadership convention, giving Lewis a first-ballot win that underscored widespread support. Lewis pledged to convert the “tremendous momentum” of the convention into an “NDP comeback”.
Continue reading...Iran War Live Updates: Trump Issues Fresh Threat to Iranian Energy Sites – WSJ
- Iran War Live Updates: Trump Issues Fresh Threat to Iranian Energy Sites WSJ
- Live - Trump says US in serious talks with new Iran leadership to end war ایران اینترنشنال
- Air Force struck Iranian arms production sites, security HQs over past day The Times of Israel
- Explosions reported near military-linked sites in Tehran and surrounding areas ایران اینترنشنال
- IDF strikes targets over 1,600 km away, drops over 80 explosives on Tehran weapon production sites The Jerusalem Post
ICE announces death of another Mexican detainee in US immigration custody
Mexico says it will protest the death of another Mexican citizen, one of about 14 detainees to die in custody this year.