Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events, day 38
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 38th day, we take a look at the main developments.
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Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in occupied West Bank
Palestinians say Israeli forces denied access to paramedics after three men were killed to the south of Jenin.
‘Heartbroken’ Will Smith resigns from film academy after slap
US actor, only the 5th Black man to win Best Actor Oscar, faces disciplinary action after hitting comedian Chris Rock.
China resists tougher Russia response at ‘frank’ summit with EU
Chinese leaders tell EU counterparts they will push for peace in Ukraine in their 'own way'.
Hong Kong faces brain drain as talent flees ‘zero COVID’ controls
International financial centre has seen a net outflow of almost 157,000 residents since the beginning of 2022.
Weathering the storm: Indonesia’s rain shamans
The ritual conducted by Mbak Rara at the MotoGP in Lombok has drawn international attention to an age-old practice.
Group identifies 600 alleged North Korean rights abusers
Korea Future says evidence of widespread abuses in country's prison camps, should be impetus to action.
US judge upholds Ghislaine Maxwell’s conviction in sex abuse case
Maxwell's lawyers sought new trial after a juror did not disclose he was a victim of childhood abuse before trial began.
Honduras seizes assets of ex-president awaiting US extradition
Former President Juan Orlando Hernandez is wanted in the US on drug trafficking and weapons charges, which he denies.
Ukraine says Russian forces pushed back around Kyiv
Officials say more territory around Kyiv retaken by Ukrainian forces, but fierce fighting continues in other areas.
Russia-Ukraine live news: ICRC to attempt new Mariupol evacuation
The aid group tries to reach Mariupol again as Ukraine says it planned seven humanitarian corridors for evacuations.
Sberbank’s UK arm faces collapse amid Russia sanctions
Sberbank's UK unit is London’s highest-profile financial casualty in the aftermath of the invasion of Ukraine.
Germany charges army reserve officer with spying for Russia
Ralph G was allegedly passing information to Russian spy agencies between 2014 and 2020.
Aid enters Ethiopian territory controlled by Tigray forces – WFP
Aid convoy enters Ethiopian territory controlled by Tigray forces for the first time in 3 months - WFP
Riots sought to cripple South African economy: Ramaphosa
S. Africa erupted after Zuma was jailed last year. The unrest left more than 350 dead and cost the economy about $3bn.
US hiring stays strong as jobless rate falls, wages accelerate
Nonfarm payrolls increased 431,000 last month after an upwardly revised 750,000 gain in February, US data showed.
Russia not turning off gas taps, buyers have weeks for rouble pay
Kremlin says no immediate end to deliveries, decision about payments in roubles to come into effect from later in April.
Pope Francis apologises for ‘deplorable’ residential school abuse
Indigenous leaders welcome papal apology as 'long overdue', but say it is only a first step in the path to justice.
Mariupol evacuation up in the air amid questions over destination
Red Cross says teams heading to besieged city but needs concrete agreements on where civilians would be escorted to.
EU pressures China over its stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine
EU and Chinese leaders hold a virtual summit, with Brussels seeking assurances that Beijing will not support Russia.