Zelensky Sacks Ukraine Ambassador To US
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday dismissed his ambassador to the United States, Olga Stefanishyna, in a move that had been expected following a government reshuffle last month.
Iran Executes Two Men Convicted Of Spying For Israel
Iran on Monday executed two men convicted of spying for Israel, the judiciary said, the latest in a wave of hangings over alleged espionage.
Firefighting Pilots Die As Helicopters Collide Battling Greek Wildfire
A two-man crew of a firefighting helicopter in Greece have died after a mid-air collision with another helicopter.
Many Feared Trapped In Quake-Hit Japan Mall
Emergency responders searched for people feared trapped in a shopping mall in Japan after a major earthquake toppled buildings, sparked fires and reportedly killed one person and injured more than 100 this Wednesday.
Iran Warns Of Unforeseen Consequences Over Ukraine Attack on Vessel In Caspian Sea
Iran has issued a warning to Ukraine over the attack on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea, saying it will face “unforeseen consequences.”
Trump Imposes Fresh Tariffs On More Than 80 Countries
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has imposed a fresh round of tariffs on more than 80 countries, to replace a 10% global duty imposed in February, which is to expire this Friday; arousing criticism from US allies and major trading partners.
Houthis Claim Attack On Saudi Oil Tankers In Red Sea
A rebel group in Yemen called the Houthis have claimed responsibility for the attack on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea as the US launched its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran.
US Renews Strikes On Iran As Trump Threatens To Attack Underground Nuclear Site
The US launched strikes on Iran for the 11th consecutive night late on Tuesday, even as Tehran warned the US against targeting its nuclear facilities.
China And Philippines Trade Accusations After Sailor Injured At Sea
China and the Philippines are engaged in a dispute over a confrontation between their vessels in the disputed South China Sea left a Philippine sailor injured.
Senegal’s President Faye Elected New ECOWAS Chairman
Senegal’s President, Bassirou Faye, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS.