Headlines- After an Iranian attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz earlier in the weekend that set it on fire and left a crew member missing, the United States launched several waves of strikes on Iran on Sunday.
- Antonio Guterres, the secretary-general of the United Nations, voiced his "deep concern" over the escalating attacks in Iran and warned "catastrophic consequences" on a global scale if parties resume "full-scale hostilities."
- Iran has denounced the latest wave of American attacks on its territory, claiming that they have "rendered futile" all of the past few months' diplomatic efforts..
- In order "to continue degrading their ability to attack civilian mariners and commercial ships" in the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Sunday that its forces had carried out more strikes against Iran.
- A bar fire in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, claimed at least 27 lives and injured over 60 more.
Month: May 2024
Traditional Nigerian Boxing Reviving
In most of northern Nigeria, Dambe, or Hausa traditional boxing, is a popular sport. In the north-central Plateau State, however, the sport was suspended for more than ten years as a result of religious and ethnic violence.Now, Dambe enthusiasts are excited with the gradual return of the game to the city of Jos.
UN Security Council Meets to Discuss...
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres (centre at table) addresses the Security Council meeting on maintenance of international peace and security with a focus on strengthening the role of the African State in addressing global security and development challenges.
Encounters With Migrants at US-Mexico Border...
According to the most recent data, encounters with migrants at the border between the United States and Mexico have dropped. Officials say that, in April, there were more than 6% fewer illegal crossings than in March, though they typically increase in the spring
Recognition of Palestinian Statehood by Norway,...
Israel, which is at war with Hamas militants in Gaza, responded furiously to the announcement on Wednesday by three European nations that they planned to formally recognize Palestinian statehood
UN Permanent Representative of Maldives Presents...
Permanent Representative of the Republic of Maldives to the United Nations, Ali Naseer Mohamed presents his credentials to Secretary-General António Guterres on May
North Korean Toy Store Blows Up...
A fireworks store in North Korea was featured in the country’s state media for its unique products, including fireworks shaped like intercontinental ballistic missiles, or ICBMs.Ballast
Unprecedented Devastation in Brazil Flood
Earlier this month, historic floods that destroyed everything in their path ravaged southern Brazil. In addition to displacing over 500,000 Brazilians, the floods claimed over 150 lives. The unprecedented devastation is attributed by scientists to a combination of several weather variables that are all impacted by climate change.
More Than 700,000 Tibetans Forced to...
Elaine Pearson, director of HRW’s Asia Division, told RFA that relocations have occurred both across the Tibetan Autonomous Region and in Tibetan-populated areas in Gansu, Sichuan and Yunnan provinces.
Flag-lowering for Iranian President at UN...
The United Nations flag is lowered to half-mast at UN Headquarters to honour Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi,President of the Islamic Republic of Iran,who passed away Sunday in a helicopter crash.
PNG Sheep Farm Takes Aim at...
Lamb flaps – cut from the chest and up to 90% fat – and sheep tongue and neck chops, barbecued and sold at markets and roadside stalls, are affordable for Papua New Guineans and make a tasty meal for the average family