Iran Executes Two Linked to Banned Opposition Group
Iran has executed two men linked to a banned opposition group, according to reports from international media outlets.
Diplomacy & Trade
Trump Unveils 100 Percent Tariff on Drugs to Push for Pharmaceutical Deals
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that could impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on some patented drugs if pharmaceutical companies fail to reach deals with his administration, according to Al Jazeera.
Macron Slams Trump’s ‘Speak Every Day’ Approach to Iran War
French President Emmanuel Macron has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's inconsistent statements on the Iran war, saying a 'serious' approach requires consistency, according to the BBC.
Refugees Assaulted, Robbed on Bosnia-Croatia Border
More than a dozen refugees have accused Croatian border officials and police of violence as they attempt to reach the EU from Bosnia, according to Al Jazeera.
Iran Rejects US Messages as Non-Negotiations, Says Araghchi
Iran’s foreign minister said messages from the United States, including those through intermediaries like Steve Witkoff, are not negotiations, according to a statement made during an interview with Al Jazeera on April 1, 2026.
Trump Considering Pulling U.S. Out Of NATO, Calls It A ‘Paper Tiger’
According to Forbes and CNBC, former U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly considered pulling the United States out of NATO, calling the alliance a 'paper tiger' during a recent interview.
US says Trump ‘interested’ in asking Arab countries to pay for war on Iran
Multiple reports indicate that the U.S. government has suggested that former President Donald Trump is interested in asking Arab countries to fund a potential war against Iran, according to statements from U.S. officials.
Most Syrian Refugees in Germany Expected to Return Home in Three Years, Merz Says
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that he and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa hope that 80% of Syrians in Germany will return home in the next three years, according to BBC News.
U.S. Reopens Embassy in Venezuela in Major Diplomatic Shift
The United States has reopened its embassy in Venezuela after a prolonged closure, marking a significant thaw in relations between the two nations. The move comes amid renewed diplomatic efforts and shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Palestinian Recalls Brother’s Arrest at Rafah Crossing Amid Rising Tensions
A Palestinian man has recalled the arrest of his brother at the Rafah crossing, an incident that has drawn international attention amid ongoing conflicts in the region, according to Al Jazeera and Modern Ghana reports.
A Mother’s Vigil in Mexico’s Cancer System
Luisa Corral, a 24-year-old mother from San Juan de las Huertas, spends hours watching her 8-month-old son Juanito for signs of progress in his battle with bilateral retinoblastoma, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump ‘Pretty Sure’ of Iran Deal, but Can Pakistan-Led Efforts End the War?
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in the possibility of a new Iran deal, while Pakistan is leading diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions, according to reports from RFE/RL and Al Jazeera.
Spain Closes Airspace to US Aircraft in Iran War Amid Diplomatic Tensions
Spain has closed its airspace to U.S. military aircraft involved in the Iran war, according to multiple reports, marking a significant diplomatic move as the country seeks to balance its NATO commitments with its stance on international conflicts.
Smoke rise from Beirut suburbs following Israeli attack
Smoke billowed from the suburbs of Beirut after an Israeli strike, according to multiple reports, as tensions continue to escalate in the region.
Settlers burn vehicles in town near Hebron
Israeli settlers burned vehicles in a town near Hebron, an incident that has drawn attention from multiple international news outlets and raised concerns about escalating tensions in the West Bank.