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UN warns of ‘greater tragedy’ as nearly 20 million face hunger...
Sudan's war, which has pitted the army against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) since April 2023, has created what the UN describes as the world's largest hunger crisis.
UAE ‘denies reports’ of secret Netanyahu visit
Netanyahu's office said Wednesday he had "paid a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates" during the war, "where he met with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan".
Iran says US must accept its peace plan or face ‘failure’
The war, which erupted more than two months ago with US-Israeli strikes on Iran, has spread throughout the Middle East and roiled the global economy despite the ceasefire, impacting hundreds of millions worldwide.
Trump to undergo dental and medical exams on May 26
"This will include the President's routine annual dental and medical assessments as part of his regular preventive health care," the White House statement said.
Hantavirus ship heads to Netherlands after passengers flown home
Three people died after the rare virus that usually spreads among rodents was detected on board the MV Hondius, sparking a global health scare.
Myanmar complains over pariah treatment in ASEAN bloc
The 11-country Association of Southeast Asian Nations has shunned Myanmar from summits since the military in 2021 deposed the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi and detained the democratic figurehead, triggering a civil war.
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
US President Donald Trump branded Iran's terms for ending the Middle East war "totally unacceptable", raising the possibility of fresh conflict and sending oil prices sharply higher in early Asia trade on Monday.
Sri Lanka to hike electricity tariff amid energy crisis
Consumers using more than 180 units (kilowatt hours) of electricity a month will have to pay an additional 18 percent from Monday, while those using less than that will not see their bills affected.
Last hantavirus ship evacuation flight to leave Monday
The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius arrived at the small industrial port of Granadilla on Tenerife early on Sunday before the scheduled evacuation of passengers and some crew.
Indonesia volcanic eruption kills three hikers
The eruption on Halmahera island sent an ash cloud about 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) into the air, with no towns or villages near enough to face any immediate threat.
