Millions of Cubans plunged into darkness as fuel crisis deepens
Fuel shortages have been exacerbated by a US oil blockade since the seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Read More
Spain’s Pedro Sánchez hits back at Trump threat to sever trade saying ‘no to war’
Spain’s prime minister delivers a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump’s threat to end trade with his country. Read More
Russia blames Ukrainian naval drones as tanker sinks in Mediterranean
The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say. Read More
Iran postpones Khamenei funeral as US-Israeli bombardment continues
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state. Read More
US Senate to vote on Trump’s war powers as Iran conflict continues
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress. Read More
US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, Hegseth says
Sri Lanka’s navy says around 140 people are feared missing after a military vessel went down off its southern coast. Read More
US and Ecuador forces launch operation to fight drug trafficking
Washington says the two countries are combatting ‘designated terrorist organisations’ in Ecuador. Read More
Nigeria halts Christian pilgrimages to Holy Land over Middle East conflict
NCPC say the measure is necessary to prioritise the “safety and comfort” of Nigerian pilgrims. Read More
Israel tells people in large parts of southern Lebanon to leave ahead of attacks
Civilians are being displaced, taking shelter in tents, parks and cars, as Israel retaliates to Hezbollah rocket attack. Read More
Nigerian doctors suspended over death of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s son
The author’s 21-month-old son died in January after complications during medical procedures at a private hospital in Lagos. Read More