EXPLAINER Why is Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa facing pressure to resign? An internal split in the ruling ZANU-PF party is driving fears of a possible coup attempt against Mnangagwa, who is trying to stay in power beyond 2028 despite a constitutional bar. Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa addresses a news conference at the State House in Harare,…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,134 These are the key events on day 1,134 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Young recruits of the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces attend a basic combat training course in Kharkiv region, Ukraine, on April 2, 2025 [Anatolii Stepanov/Reuters] Published On 3 Apr 20253…
US judge throws out corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams Judge ruled that the case could not be revived, condemning what he described as an apparent quid pro quo arrangement. New York City Mayor Eric Adams arrives in court [File: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP Photo] Published On 2 Apr 20252 Apr 2025 A United States…
‘A historic moment’: Donald Trump unveils sweeping ‘reciprocal’ tariffs Experts say the tariffs are likely to transform the global economy, marking a ‘tectonic shift’ in trade relations. President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs at the White House on April 2 [Mark Schiefelbein/AP Photo] By Al Jazeera StaffPublished On 2 Apr 20252…
Military clash ‘almost inevitable’ if Iran nuclear talks fail, France says Diplomatic failure on Iran deal could lead to military confrontation, French foreign minister warns. France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot [Javier Soriano/AFP] Published On 2 Apr 20252 Apr 2025 France’s foreign minister has warned of a potential military confrontation if a new agreement on Iran’s…
Video Duration 28 minutes 40 seconds play-arrow 28:40Inside Story Why is Pakistan deporting Afghans? Pakistan’s mass deportation of Afghans is part of a nationwide crackdown to expel foreigners – whether they are living there legally or illegally. The government says it all boils down to its national security. Tensions have surged between the neighbours since…
News Israel launches air attacks on Syria’s Damascus and Hama In latest wave of attacks, Israel strikes Damascus’s Barzeh neighbourhood and ‘military capabilities’ in Hama and Homs. Civil defence members stand at a damaged site after Israel carried out an air strike on the Syrian capital Damascus on March 13, 2025 [Firas Makdesi/Reuters] Published On…
Liverpool beat Everton in feisty derby to keep title charge on track Diogo Jota scored the only goal of the game in a heated Merseyside derby to restore Liverpool’s 12-point lead at the top of the table. Jota scores for Liverpool while under pressure from James Tarkowski [Carl Recine/Getty Images] Published On 2 Apr 20252…
Barcelona beat Atletico to set up Real Madrid final in Copa del Rey Barcelona will face Real Madrid in an El Clasico final in Spain’s Copa del Rey after 5-4 aggregate defeat of Atletico. Barcelona’s Spanish defender Inigo Martinez Berridi and teammates celebrate at the end of the Spanish Copa del Rey semifinal second leg…
Tariff uncertainties have companies in Mexico on their toes US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats are forcing companies in Mexico to rethink their business plans. Around 40 percent of car parts used in vehicles sold in the United States were manufactured across the border in Mexican cities [File: Eduardo Verdugo/AP] By Lillian PerlmutterPublished On 2 Apr…