Modi’s BJP conquers Bengal, one of India’s toughest political frontiers
West Bengal’s verdict could reshape not just the state’s politics, but the future trajectory of Modi’s BJP.
Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacks
There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.
New alliances shakes up Nigerian political landscape
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties.
Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrations
The attack comes as the Kremlin prepares to hold a scaled-back military parade on Saturday.
Taiwan president visits Eswatini days after blaming China for cancelled trip
It is unclear how he reached Eswatini. China described his visit as a “stowaway-style escape farce”.
Iran says US has responded to its latest peace proposal
The US is yet to formally confirm it has responded. However, Trump reportedly told Israel’s Kan News it was unacceptable.
Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.
Who shot a Secret Service officer at the Trump press dinner?
Court papers do not explicitly accuse the suspect of shooting the officer, even as officials say it was not “friendly fire”.
Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say
A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, who are believed to have been involved in an accident, according to authorities.
Police officer lowered into crocodile-infested river to recover human remains
Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.


