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A drone strike targeting a funeral procession in El Obeid, Sudan, has resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals and injuries to several others, according to rights groups Sudan Doctors Network and Emergency Lawyers, who attribute the attack to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This assault is part of a series of drone strikes that have claimed at least 23 lives since yesterday, amid ongoing violence in Sudan’s three-year civil war. The conflict, which erupted after a power struggle between the army and RSF, has led to a humanitarian crisis affecting over 11 million people and causing

Tensions in the Middle East escalated as U.S. President Donald Trump announced renewed attacks on Iran following a series of strikes and missile exchanges between the two nations. Trump accused Iranian negotiators of stalling peace talks, stating that Iran “will have to pay the price” for their delays. This warning came after the U.S. launched airstrikes in response to Iranian missile attacks targeting Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, with claims of significant damage to military facilities. Meanwhile, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it had targeted multiple sites in retaliation, intensifying hostilities. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed the use

Iran’s military has announced a “suspension” of its missile attacks on Israel following a series of strikes that left the situation increasingly volatile in the region. The move comes after Israeli airstrikes targeted military sites in Iran in response to missile fire from Tehran. Tensions escalated after Israel’s offensive in southern Lebanon and missile attacks attributed to Hezbollah. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards have warned that any further Israeli aggression will lead to significant retaliatory action. Amidst these developments, U.S. President Donald Trump advised against further retaliation from Israel, reflecting ongoing diplomatic efforts to stabilize the situation. The conflict underscores the

Israel conducted airstrikes in Iran early on Monday, targeting military sites in response to missile fire from Tehran, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict that had seen a ceasefire since April. The strikes followed earlier Israeli attacks on southern Beirut, prompting Iran’s Revolutionary Guards to label Israel’s actions as crossing “all red lines.” During the missile exchange, Israel reported intercepting 11 incoming missiles without casualties. Tensions continue to rise as the situation in Lebanon remains fraught with conflict, particularly with Israeli forces targeting Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group. US President Donald Trump reportedly advised Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu against

Hezbollah has rejected a renewed ceasefire agreement with Israel, declaring the terms as unacceptable and humiliating for Lebanon. The announcement follows Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon and a complex backdrop of ongoing military exchanges between Hezbollah and Israeli forces. The recent ceasefire, brokered by the U.S., aimed to create “pilot” security zones in Lebanon from which Hezbollah would withdraw forces, but leaders in Hezbollah view this as a form of surrender rather than genuine peace. The conflict has led to significant loss of life, with over 3,500 casualties reported in Lebanon since the hostilities escalated earlier this year. Iranian officials

A recent Iranian missile strike on Kuwait’s international airport has resulted in at least one death and numerous injuries, escalating tensions amid a complex web of conflicts involving Israel, Hezbollah, and the U.S. The attack follows a partial ceasefire agreement initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump, which aimed to stabilize the situation amid rising hostilities. In response, Israeli forces have conducted strikes across southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah positions. The situation remains volatile, with Iranian officials blaming U.S. and Israeli actions for violations of the ceasefire and threatening the stability of ongoing negotiations. Amidst these developments, U.S. officials are seeking to

A recent Russian missile and drone attack in Ukraine has resulted in the deaths of at least 22 people, including an eight-year-old boy, with many others injured across multiple cities. The assault, described as one of Moscow’s largest in recent months, primarily targeted civilian infrastructure in Dnipro and Kyiv. Witnesses reported scenes of chaos, with significant destruction and terrifying conditions prompting mass evacuations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated that the bombardments are part of a continued campaign against the country, demanding enhanced support from the United States for missile defenses. Israel has escalated its military operations in southern Lebanon, targeting

Iran has suspended indirect negotiations with the United States regarding a ceasefire and broader agreements, following escalating tensions related to Israeli actions in Lebanon. The decision, announced by the IRGC-affiliated news agency Tasnim, comes amid accusations of continued Israeli “crimes” in Lebanon, leading Iran to assert that any breach of ceasefire on one front invalidates the truce overall. As part of this escalation, Iran has proposed a complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz, along with demands for a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon. The situation has deteriorated further amid rapidly changing political dynamics, including stricter terms introduced

Violence followed PSG’s Champions League win, Israeli forces advanced deeper into Lebanon, and the United States launched strikes on Iranian military sites amid fragile peace efforts.

The US and Iran may extend their ceasefire, several EU countries oppose carbon market reforms, and France will reimburse weight-loss drugs.

World Health Organization (WHO) Director‑General has warned the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is outpacing responders as deaths have reached at least 220 and suspected cases top 900, and he has said health teams are “playing catch‑up.” Aid groups reported shortages of protective equipment and testing supplies, while attacks on treatment centres and local distrust have hampered efforts. Uganda has confirmed local infections linked to the outbreak, the Bundibugyo strain lacks an approved vaccine, and the WHO will travel to the DRC to scale up the response. Spain has unveiled a Social Climate Plan allocating nearly €9

European officials have condemned Israel’s treatment of Gaza flotilla activists after Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted video of detainees kneeling bound, prompting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to demand releases and an apology and French Foreign Minister Jean‑Noël Barrot to summon Israel’s ambassador. Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albaredes called the actions monstrous, Irish Foreign Minister Helen McEntee said she was appalled, and Portugal also protested. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised Ben Gvir and ordered deportations while authorities hold dozens from the Global Sumud Flotilla. https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/20/italys-pm-meloni-call-israels-treatment-of-gaza-flotilla-activists-unacceptable Israeli air strikes have killed at least 21 people in southern Lebanon,

Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters west of Cyprus. Activists said commandos boarded several boats carrying aid for Gaza and pro-Palestinian campaigners. Israel said the operation aimed to stop attempts to breach the Gaza blockade. Nearly 93 million people in the European Union were at risk of poverty or social exclusion last year, according to the European Statistics Agency Eurostat. Bulgaria, Greece and Romania recorded the highest national rates, while Czechia, Poland and Slovenia had the lowest. Recent Eurostat data placed Luxembourg close to the European Union average, with 1 in 5 residents at risk of

The WHO declared an Ebola emergency, a drone strike hit a UAE nuclear plant and Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russia.

Sanctiona against Israeli settlers, rent in EU capitals higher than minimum wage, US-China talks and Mohammadi on hospital bail

Fresh ultimatum aiming to end US-Iran war, hantavirus outbreak on cruis ship and EU vow to strongly lower poverty by 2030

EU urges rollout of age-verification app, UN warns of mass arrests in Iran, Ukraine plans to open arms exports

sanctions over stolen Ukrainian grain, UNICEF warns loss of female workers Afghanistan, UAE leaves OPEC, EU definition of rape

Mali armed group fighting intensifies, France’s prison guards go on strike, China blocked Manus takeover by Meta

Shots at White House dinner, Russia accused of “nuclear terrorism”, deadly bombing in Colombia, historical London Marathon record

EU approves loan for Ukraine, Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalists, work related deaths up to 840,000

Israel moves Gaza control zone, EU launches Ukraine loan procedure, UK imposes lifetime smoking ban, EU to cut electricity taxes

Hungary breached law with anti-LGBTQ measures, EU debates suspension Israel cooperation, high bills for Crans-Montana fire victims

Activists divert cargo ship as Gaza talks expand and flights to Qatar resume after weeks of disruption.

Ukraine criticises US waiver, Italy’s migrant plan draws backlash, and Cuba aid increases.

Global tensions rise as strikes hit Ukraine, water shortages grow, and West Bank pupils face blocked access to school routes

NATO seeks €50bn for Ukraine as EU plans energy shift and airports warn of delays and fuel risks.

Talks on Lebanon stall, Ukraine pushes security plan, and Sudan’s war deepens humanitarian suffering.

Hungary shifts leadership; US-Iran talks fail; Russia-Ukraine truce violated; Artemis II returns from Moon mission

EU states announce over nine billion euros to offset fuel price rises after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Violations follow Iran–US ceasefire as fighting continues in Lebanon and Gulf states. Greece moves to ban social media for under-15s.

Astronauts complete a historic lunar flyby as tensions rise between Israel, Iran and the United States, and Germany tightens rules for men abroad.

Deadly migrant shipwrecks, mass protests in the West Bank, and sweeping layoffs at Oracle underscore rising global tensions across humanitarian, political, and economic fronts.

Mass demonstrations target President Donald Trump’s policies, a study highlights higher poverty in the United States than in Europe, and regional tensions rise after journalists are killed in Lebanon.

Police in the United Kingdom detained Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor over alleged misconduct, while Germany’s Alternative for Germany leads new polls. Talks on Gaza and an amnesty in Venezuela mark further international developments.