International
Iran claims downing of another US F-35 fighter jet
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed to have shot down a second US F-35 stealth fighter over central Iran.
At least 43 killed in deadly attack in Congo
At least 43 people have been killed in an attack by an ISIS-linked rebel group in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), reports Al Jazeera.
UN to vote on resolution to secure the Strait of Hormuz
The United Nations (UN) Security Council is set to vote on a resolution that would allow member states to use “all defensive measures” to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
US Army Chief Gen Randy George removed from post
US Army Chief of Staff General Randy George has been removed from his post as part of a major leadership reshuffle at the Pentagon, reports Reuters.
Hormuz Strait almost at a standstill, increasing pressure on the global economy: UN
The strategically important Strait of Hormuz in the Middle East is currently practically blocked, which is putting major pressure on the global economy, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development has said.
Nepal police uncover $20mn Everest ‘poisoning’ insurance scam
Nepalese police have exposed a shocking scam in which Everest guides allegedly poisoned foreign climbers to fake medical emergencies and claim millions in insurance payouts.
Putin, Saudi Prince hold talks over phone to end Middle East conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call on April 1 to discuss measures to end the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Missing Arizona teen found alive after 32 years
A teenage girl who went missing in 1994 in the US state of Arizona has been found alive more than three decades later, marking a major breakthrough in a long-unsolved cold case.
UK to host talks with 35 countries on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Britain will host talks on Thursday aimed at forming a coalition of countries to explore ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after U.S. President Donald Trump said securing the vital waterway was a problem for other nations to resolve.
Malaysia introduces work-from-home policy amid fuel crisis
Malaysia has announced a work-from-home policy for government offices to face the growing fuel crisis triggered by disruptions in oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.