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Israeli guards torturing Palestinian prisoner Abdullah Barghouti, family says

Israeli guards torturing Palestinian prisoner Abdullah Barghouti, family says Submitted by Fayha Shalash on Sat, 04/26/2025 - 15:37 Signs of the regular beatings and mistreatment left the family's lawyer in tears Palestinian Abdullah Barghouti is escorted by Israeli police into the Magistrate Court for a hearing in Jerusalem on 20 June 2012 (AFP/Menahem Kahana) Off Prominent Palestinian prisoner Abdullah Barghouti has...

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump, Zelensky meet at pope’s funeral in church corner, first time since White House clash

An aide to Ukraine’s president described the meeting as ‘constructive’, while Trump soon after, on social media, hinted at further sanctions against Russia.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Gaza death toll reaches 51,495

Gaza death toll reaches 51,495 Israel’s war on Gaza has killed at least 51,495 Palestinians since 7 October 2023, the Palestinian health ministry said in a statement on Saturday. At least 2,062 Palestinians have been killed and 5,375 wounded since Israel broke the ceasefire on 18 March, the ministry said. Relatives mourn over the bodies of al-Khour family members in the yard ofal-Shifa hospital after their house was...

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump and Zelenskyy hold ‘productive’ discussion at Pope’s funeral

World leaders gathered in Rome as US and Ukrainian presidents met for first time since Oval Office row

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Von der Leyen, Trump to meet after brief interaction at pope’s funeral

The two chatted on the margins of the memorial for Pope Francis in Rome on Saturday.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Kremlin claims to have pushed Ukraine out of Kursk as Trump criticises Putin

Russia acknowledges presence of North Korean troops on the ground for the first time

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Pope Francis laid to rest in Rome

Pope Francis was laid to rest in private in St. Mary Major Basilica. Security was tightened in Rome as world leaders attended the funeral ceremonies. DW has the latest.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Sudan: Sudan Situation 'Absolutely Devastating' As UN Ramps Up Food Aid

[UN News] The situation in western Sudan is "shocking" and people in the capital, Khartoum face "absolutely devastating" conditions according to a senior UN official in the African country.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

China expands initiative to stamp out Western bias in ethnic studies

Beijing approves 15 more universities to establish new academic programme as it works to consolidate national identity narrative.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Crisis Forces Refugees to Swim for Their Lives to Burundi

[UN News] The number of desperate refugees fleeing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and seeking safety in Burundi continues to rise, placing immense pressure on aid agencies struggling to cope with an escalating crisis amid dwindling resources.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Pope Francis Challenged Conservatism Amid a Church in Transition: Barranco

His death marks the end of a pontificate that represented a turning point in the modern Catholic Church. In an exclusive interview with teleSUR, religion sociologist Bernardo Barranco emphasized that Pope Francis succeeded in revitalizing the progressive trends that the Second Vatican Council had outlined in Catholic Church doctrine. RELATED: May God Grant That the […]

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

In pictures: Pope Francis buried, mourned by hundreds of thousands

Hundreds of thousands gathered in the Vatican on Saturday to watch the final journey of Pope Francis, attended by leaders and royals from around the world.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Sacraments and side-chats: Pope’s funeral overshadowed by Trump dealmaking 

Emotional tributes to the popular Pope Francis came amid a diplomatic scramble to meet with the U.S. president.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

At least 8 killed, hundreds injured in explosion at Iranian port

A massive explosion and fire rocked a port in southern Iran on Saturday, killing eight people and injuring around 750 others, Iranian officials said.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

At least 14 killed, hundreds injured in Iran port explosion

The cause of the blast is not confirmed, but an official blames the poor storage of chemicals at the major container hub.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Iran-US nuclear talks: What you need to know

As Iran and US negotiators arrive in Muscat for the third round of nuclear talks, here's an overview of how things got here and what's at stake.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Uganda declares end to latest Ebola outbreak

African country announced its outbreak on January 30 after death of a male nurse who tested positive for virus.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Watch: How the Vatican said goodbye to Pope Francis

Hundreds of thousands of mourners gather in Rome to pay tribute to the late pontiff.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

Buy now, stock up or delay: Here's what consumers are snapping up or putting off in the face of tariffs

Fears of tariff-related higher prices have motivated consumers to buy cars early, but it's also contributing to a hesitance to buy and a hunger for deals.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

52-year-old quit his job, bought a failing snack company for $250,000—he just sold it for $750 million

In 2011, a burnt-out Charles Coristine left his Wall Street job and bought a "flatlining" snack company. Here's how he turned LesserEvil around.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Pope Francis Rests in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Thousands of faithful bid their final farewell to Pope Francis, expressing a mixture of emotion, sadness, and respect. On Saturday, the Santa Maria Maggiore basilica in the center of Rome became Pope Francis’ final resting place after funerals that drew thousands of believers from around the world. RELATED: May God Grant That the Next Pope […]

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Five historic moments from Pope Francis' funeral

From the suggestive Trump-Zelenskyy summit to the second-ever encounter between the US president and Ursula von der Leyen: The funeral ceremony for Pope Francis offered several significant developments.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

China’s critical minerals dominance threatens US military supply chain, report says

Chinese players account for the bulk of world output of five essential elements used in 80,000 American weapons parts, researchers find.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

As Pakistan bets on a mining boom, can it equal Indonesia’s nickel success?

A landmark deal unlocking vast copper and gold reserves has Pakistan eyeing a transformative economic shift.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Thirteen killed, dozens under rubble as Israel bombs Gaza amid food crisis

Entire Strip, with a population of two million people, may be on the brink of famine as WFP runs out of supplies.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Woman who used lipstick to write on statue during Brazil unrest jailed for 14 years

The Bolsonaro supporter, who drew in lipstick on a statue during riots, has been jailed for taking part in an alleged coup

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: BBC South America favicon BBC South America

From the mightiest to the humble: Thousands gather for Pope Francis funeral

Pope Francis was remembered for his dedication to the poor and advocacy for migrants at grand Vatican farewell.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

May God Grant That the Next Pope Be Like Francis: Lula da Silva

The Brazilian president praised Francis’ commitment to the disadvantaged. On Saturday, Brazilian President Lula da Silva attended the funeral of Pope Francis, which was held at the Vatican in the presence of thousands of faithful. RELATED: The Pope’s Funeral Procession Travels Through Rome to His Burial Place “May God grant that the next pope be […]

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Pope Francis laid to rest after tens of thousands attend Vatican funeral

In break with recent tradition, 88-year-old leader of Catholic world was buried in Rome's Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

US stocks underperform rest of world by widest margin since 1993

Investors fear Trump’s tariff blitz will lead to US stagflation while weak dollar adds to woes

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Canada election 2025: who is ahead in the polls?

Trump’s tariffs and aggressive rhetoric have shaken up a race led by the country’s Liberal and Conservative parties

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

DeepMind UK staff seek to unionise and challenge defence deals and Israel links

Move by employees at Google’s AI arm follows discontent after weapons and surveillance pledge is dropped

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

A lawyer in Trump’s inner circle is now in the president’s crosshairs

Bill Burck avoided the administration’s wrath until he agreed to represent Harvard University in a funding battle

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

China to harness nation’s resources to AI self-reliance ambitions

President Xi Jinping tells Politburo the country must redouble efforts to overcome bottlenecks in core technology.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Gaza: UN official warns of 'assault on dignity' as blockade cripples humanitarian response

The coming days in Gaza are set to be critical, the UN warned on Saturday, as humanitarian operations are severely curtailed amid an intensifying blockade, escalating violence, and soaring humanitarian needs.

Published on: April 26, 2025 | Source: UN News favicon UN News