Overnight Russian drone and ballistic missile attack on Dnipro, Ukraine, kills ten people and injures 49 others
An overnight Russian attack on Dnipro, Ukraine, resulted in ten fatalities and 49 injuries, according to regional authorities.
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Israeli forces kill at least 12 Palestinians in Gaza attacks
Israeli forces killed at least 12 Palestinians in attacks across the Gaza Strip, including police officers and civilians, amid ongoing violations of a ceasefire agreement.
Trump says ceasefire renewal highly unlikely
U.S. president Donald Trump stated he is highly unlikely to renew the ceasefire as it nears expiration. Iran has not resumed negotiations and continues to restrict strait traffic.
U.S. to hold Iran talks in Islamabad on April 20
U.S. president Donald Trump announced that negotiations with Iran will take place in Islamabad on 20 April, with a delegation led by Vice President JD Vance and envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Iran has rejected the proposal, and a U.S. naval blockade remains in effect in the Strait of Hormuz.
Javokhir Sindarov and Vaishali Rameshbabu win Candidates in Cyprus
Javokhir Sindarov secured the FIDE Candidates Tournament in Cyprus, while Vaishali Rameshbabu won the Women’s Candidates, earning a world title match against Ju Wenjun.
Trump announces 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire after talks
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following direct conversations with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Joseph Aoun.
Israel appoints first ambassador to Somaliland
Israel has appointed Michael Lotem as its first ambassador to Somaliland, a self-declared region of Somalia that has not gained international recognition. The appointment follows Israel's December 2025 mutual recognition agreement with Somaliland.
Israeli army claims to have killed over 100 Hezbollah fighters in Bint Jbeil
The Israeli army says it has killed more than 100 Hezbollah fighters in Bint Jbeil during recent operations, as part of its ongoing campaign in southern Lebanon.
Israel attacks southern Lebanon, killing 21 including 13 security personnel
Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley killed at least 21 people, including 13 Lebanese State Security personnel in Nabatieh, with attacks reported in Aita al-Shaab, al-Majadel, and Hanine.
Protesters demand arms embargo over Middle East conflicts
Demonstrators gathered outside the U.S. embassy in Ottawa to oppose ongoing wars in Lebanon, Iran, and Gaza, despite a reported ceasefire. They called for a two-way arms embargo between Canada and Israel and urged the government not to intervene in the conflict.
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on nations supplying Iran with weapons
President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 50% tariffs on all goods from countries supplying Iran with military weapons, effective immediately with no exemptions.
Trump says U.S. envoys discuss peace talks with Pakistan intermediaries
The U.S. president stated that envoys are engaging with intermediaries in Pakistan to advance peace efforts. He described an Iranian proposal as a significant step toward ending the conflict.
Iranian missile strike kills two in Haifa residential building
An Iranian missile struck a residential building in Haifa, killing two people, injuring nine others including one seriously, and leaving two missing. Rescue operations continued overnight with advanced tracking and manual efforts.
Israeli strike kills Iranian oil official in Tehran
The Israeli military reported the killing of Mohammad Reza Ashrafi Kahi, head of trade at the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' oil headquarters, in an airstrike in Tehran.
Buffalo Sabres end 14-year Stanley Cup playoff drought
The Buffalo Sabres secure their first playoff berth since 2011, ending a 14-season absence from the Stanley Cup playoffs after the Detroit Red Wings' loss to the New York Rangers.
5.8-magnitude quake kills 12 in Afghanistan, injures four
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck parts of Afghanistan on 3 April 2026, killing 12 people and injuring four in Kabul and eastern provinces. The tremor caused damage to 38 homes and affected 40 families.
Israel completes air strikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites
The Israeli Air Force has carried out strikes on vital targets in Iran, including military and nuclear infrastructure, according to an IDF official. The operation targeted strategic sites across Iran, with the aim of degrading Tehran’s ballistic and nuclear capabilities.
US gas price hits $4.02 a gallon, highest since 2022
The American Automobile Association reports the national average for regular gasoline reached $4.02 per gallon on 31 March 2026, the highest level since 2022, driven by global supply disruptions following the Iran conflict.
FIFA confirms Iran to play in World Cup despite regional conflict
FIFA president Gianni Infantino asserts Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup, rejecting alternative plans and affirming the tournament schedule remains unchanged.
Israel Police Block Latin Patriarch from Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday
Israel Police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Palm Sunday, citing security risks amid the Iran conflict. The move marked the first time in centuries that the Latin Patriarch was barred from the site.
Trump says U.S. could seize Iran's Kharg Island for oil
U.S. President Donald Trump stated in an interview that the United States could seize Kharg Island, a key Iranian oil export hub, to gain control of Iranian oil, though he noted a deal could be reached quickly. The remarks were made amid a military buildup in the Middle East and ongoing indirect talks with Iran.
Magnitude wins 30th Dubai World Cup amid Iran conflict
American racehorse Magnitude claimed victory in the 30th Dubai World Cup, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, during the Iran war, defeating Japan's Forever Young in a competitive field.
Russia designates filmmaker and teacher Pavel Talankin a foreign agent
Pavel Talankin, co-director and subject of the 2025 documentary Mr Nobody Against Putin, was designated a foreign agent by Russia for opposing the war in Ukraine and spreading disinformation, according to the justice ministry.
Iranian cluster bomb wounds nine in Bnei Brak
A cluster bomb launched by Iran struck Bnei Brak, Israel, injuring nine people including six children and an elderly woman. The attack occurred during a broader series of Iranian missile and drone strikes across the region.