Mar
07
Sweden officially joins NATO, becoming its 32nd member.
Sweden officially joins NATO, becoming its 32nd member. (Reuters) (NATO)
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Mar
07
Sweden–NATO relations Sweden officially joins NATO, becoming its 32nd member.
Sweden–NATO relations Sweden officially joins NATO, becoming its 32nd member. (Reuters) (NATO)
Mar
07
The Alliance of Sahel States, composed of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, announces the creation of a joint force to combat jihadist groups in the three countrie
The Alliance of Sahel States, composed of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, announces the creation of a joint force to combat jihadist groups in the three countries. (Africanews)
Mar
07
The Kachin Independence Army launches a large offensive against junta outposts near Laiza and on the highway between Bhamo and Myitkyina.
The Kachin Independence Army launches a large offensive against junta outposts near Laiza and on the highway between Bhamo and Myitkyina. Five outposts are seized with fighting ongoing at five other outposts. (ABC News)
Mar
08
Brenda Dacres is elected Mayor of Lewisham, becoming the first black woman directly elected mayor in England.
Brenda Dacres is elected Mayor of Lewisham, becoming the first black woman directly elected mayor in England. (BBC News)
Mar
08
Five people are killed when an aid package airdropped from a C-17 aircraft into the Gaza Strip fails to deploy its parachute and subsequently crushes them.
Five people are killed when an aid package airdropped from a C-17 aircraft into the Gaza Strip fails to deploy its parachute and subsequently crushes them. (BBC News)
Mar
09
Canada and Sweden resume funding for UNRWA, which had been suspended following the UNRWA October 7 controversy.
Canada and Sweden resume funding for UNRWA, which had been suspended following the UNRWA October 7 controversy. (BBC News)
Mar
10
Following a laboratory investigation, eight children and one adult in Zanzibar are found to have died of chelonitoxism after consuming sea turtle meat, a local
Following a laboratory investigation, eight children and one adult in Zanzibar are found to have died of chelonitoxism after consuming sea turtle meat, a local delicacy. Another 78 people were hospitalized. (NOS)
Mar
10
The painting Head of an Old Farmer's Wife in a White Hat by Vincent van Gogh is sold at auction for more than €4.5 million.
The painting Head of an Old Farmer's Wife in a White Hat by Vincent van Gogh is sold at auction for more than €4.5 million. (NOS)
Mar
11
A LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 enroute between Sydney and Auckland loses altitude due to a technical issue, injuring 50 passengers and crew.
A LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 enroute between Sydney and Auckland loses altitude due to a technical issue, injuring 50 passengers and crew. (BBC News)
Mar
11
Five skiers are found dead after they went missing two days ago while travelling from the town of Zermatt to the village of Arolla in Switzerland.
Five skiers are found dead after they went missing two days ago while travelling from the town of Zermatt to the village of Arolla in Switzerland. A sixth skier is still missing. (AP)
Mar
11
LATAM Airlines Flight 800 A LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 enroute between Sydney and Auckland loses altitude due to a technical issue, injuring 50 passengers and
LATAM Airlines Flight 800 A LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 enroute between Sydney and Auckland loses altitude due to a technical issue, injuring 50 passengers and crew. (BBC News)
Mar
11
The European Union evacuates all diplomatic staff from Haiti.
The European Union evacuates all diplomatic staff from Haiti. (Politico)
Mar
11
Two New Zealand skiers are killed and another is injured during an avalanche on Mount Yotei in Hokkaido, Japan.
Two New Zealand skiers are killed and another is injured during an avalanche on Mount Yotei in Hokkaido, Japan. (The Guardian)
Mar
12
Three Coptic Christian monks from Egypt are killed during a mass stabbing at a monastery in Cullinan, South Africa.
Three Coptic Christian monks from Egypt are killed during a mass stabbing at a monastery in Cullinan, South Africa. (Reuters)
Mar
12
Ukraine launches 25 drones at Russian cities, hitting a major oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast.
Ukraine launches 25 drones at Russian cities, hitting a major oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast. (The Guardian)
Mar
13
Seven people are killed and 27 others are injured in an explosion caused by a suspected gas leak at a restaurant in Langfang, Hebei Province, China.
Seven people are killed and 27 others are injured in an explosion caused by a suspected gas leak at a restaurant in Langfang, Hebei Province, China. (China Daily) (China Daily)
Mar
14
At least 20 people are killed and 155 are injured at a food distribution point in the Kuwait Roundabout.
At least 20 people are killed and 155 are injured at a food distribution point in the Kuwait Roundabout. (CNN)
Mar
14
Battle of Khartoum The Sudanese Army captures the Wad al-Bashir bridge in Omdurman.
Battle of Khartoum The Sudanese Army captures the Wad al-Bashir bridge in Omdurman. (Sudan Tribune) Sudanese forces capture several South Sudanese mercenaries fighting for the RSF in Omdurman. (Sudan Tribune)
Mar
14
Sudanese forces capture several South Sudanese mercenaries fighting for the RSF in Omdurman.
Sudanese forces capture several South Sudanese mercenaries fighting for the RSF in Omdurman. (Sudan Tribune)
Mar
14
The Sudanese Army captures the Wad al-Bashir bridge in Omdurman.
The Sudanese Army captures the Wad al-Bashir bridge in Omdurman. (Sudan Tribune)
Mar
15
Capital punishment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo lifts the 2003 moratorium on the death penalty in an attempt to
Capital punishment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo lifts the 2003 moratorium on the death penalty in an attempt to reduce the level of violence in the country. (ABC News)
Mar
15
The Democratic Republic of the Congo lifts the 2003 moratorium on the death penalty in an attempt to reduce the level of violence in the country.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo lifts the 2003 moratorium on the death penalty in an attempt to reduce the level of violence in the country. (ABC News)
Mar
16
Russia says that two civilians have been killed by Ukrainian shelling in the city of Belgorod.
Russia says that two civilians have been killed by Ukrainian shelling in the city of Belgorod. (AP)
Mar
16
The Hokuriku Shinkansen extension from Kanazawa, Ishikawa, to Tsuruga, Fukui, Japan, is completed.
The Hokuriku Shinkansen extension from Kanazawa, Ishikawa, to Tsuruga, Fukui, Japan, is completed. (NHK)
Mar
17
At least 21 people are killed and 38 others are injured in a traffic accident in Grishk District, Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
At least 21 people are killed and 38 others are injured in a traffic accident in Grishk District, Helmand Province, Afghanistan. (AP)
Mar
17
Northern Ukraine skirmishes Ukraine says that three Russian sabotage groups have been intercepted in Sumy Oblast.
Northern Ukraine skirmishes Ukraine says that three Russian sabotage groups have been intercepted in Sumy Oblast. (The Kyiv Independent)
Mar
17
Ukraine says that three Russian sabotage groups have been intercepted in Sumy Oblast.
Ukraine says that three Russian sabotage groups have been intercepted in Sumy Oblast. (The Kyiv Independent)
Mar
18
Al Jazeera Arabic reporter Ismail al-Ghoul is arrested by Israeli forces at Al-Shifa hospital, with the network joined by journalist advocacy groups in denounci
Al Jazeera Arabic reporter Ismail al-Ghoul is arrested by Israeli forces at Al-Shifa hospital, with the network joined by journalist advocacy groups in denouncing his arrest. (Al Jazeera)
Mar
18
Around 80 people are kidnapped by unknown bandits near Kajuru Station, Kaduna State, Nigeria.
Around 80 people are kidnapped by unknown bandits near Kajuru Station, Kaduna State, Nigeria. (BBC News)
Mar
18
The bodies of at least twelve people are discovered in the neighborhood of Pétion-Ville, in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince.
The bodies of at least twelve people are discovered in the neighborhood of Pétion-Ville, in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince. The perpetrators of the killings are unknown. (Al Jazeera)
Mar
19
Russia claims to have captured the village of Orlivka in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine.
Russia claims to have captured the village of Orlivka in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. (Anadolu Agency)
Mar
20
Eight people are killed, one is injured, and two are missing after the South Korean-flagged tanker Keoyoung Sun loaded with 980 tons of acrylic acid capsizes ne
Eight people are killed, one is injured, and two are missing after the South Korean-flagged tanker Keoyoung Sun loaded with 980 tons of acrylic acid capsizes near Mutsure Island, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. (Al Jazeera)
Mar
20
Twelve bodies are found in Mexico, five inside a truck in the municipality of Villa Corona, Jalisco and seven in Sonora.
Twelve bodies are found in Mexico, five inside a truck in the municipality of Villa Corona, Jalisco and seven in Sonora. (El Universal)
Mar
21
Accession of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the European Union The European Council agrees to open talks on Bosnia and Herzegovina's membership of the European Union
Accession of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the European Union The European Council agrees to open talks on Bosnia and Herzegovina's membership of the European Union days after the recommendation by the European Commission. (AP)
Mar
21
Pope Francis laicizes Belgian bishop Roger Vangheluwe due to allegations of abuse.
Pope Francis laicizes Belgian bishop Roger Vangheluwe due to allegations of abuse. (NOS)
Mar
21
The death toll of the capsized South Korean-flagged tanker Keoyoung Sun increases to nine with one person still missing.
The death toll of the capsized South Korean-flagged tanker Keoyoung Sun increases to nine with one person still missing. (Reuters)
Mar
21
The Dutch Royal Marechaussee arrests three British soldiers of the HMS Prince of Wales after multiple incidents in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
The Dutch Royal Marechaussee arrests three British soldiers of the HMS Prince of Wales after multiple incidents in Rotterdam, Netherlands. (NOS)
Mar
21
The European Council agrees to open talks on Bosnia and Herzegovina's membership of the European Union days after the recommendation by the European Commission.
The European Council agrees to open talks on Bosnia and Herzegovina's membership of the European Union days after the recommendation by the European Commission. (AP)
Mar
21
The Russian Ministry of Defence announces that its forces have captured the Ukrainian village of Tonenke in Donetsk Oblast.
The Russian Ministry of Defence announces that its forces have captured the Ukrainian village of Tonenke in Donetsk Oblast. (Al Arabiya)
Mar
22
At least 23 Nigerien soldiers are killed, 17 are injured, and 34 others are missing after an ambush in Teguey [de], Tillabéri Region, Niger, by unknown jihadist
At least 23 Nigerien soldiers are killed, 17 are injured, and 34 others are missing after an ambush in Teguey [de], Tillabéri Region, Niger, by unknown jihadists. The Nigerien junta states that 30 jihadists were also killed. (Sahara Reporters)
Mar
22
Cannabis in Germany The Bundesrat approves a partial legalization of cannabis in Germany, which is expected to come into effect on April 1.
Cannabis in Germany The Bundesrat approves a partial legalization of cannabis in Germany, which is expected to come into effect on April 1. (DW)
Mar
22
Catherine, Princess of Wales announces that she was diagnosed with cancer following recent abdominal surgery and is currently undergoing chemotherapy.
Catherine, Princess of Wales announces that she was diagnosed with cancer following recent abdominal surgery and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. (BBC News)
Mar
22
Fourteen people are rescued from kidnappers by Nigerian forces and local vigilante groups in Katsina State, Nigeria.
Fourteen people are rescued from kidnappers by Nigerian forces and local vigilante groups in Katsina State, Nigeria. (Channels TV)
Mar
22
Jihadist insurgency in Niger At least 23 Nigerien soldiers are killed, 17 are injured, and 34 others are missing after an ambush in Teguey [de], Tillabéri Regio
Jihadist insurgency in Niger At least 23 Nigerien soldiers are killed, 17 are injured, and 34 others are missing after an ambush in Teguey [de], Tillabéri Region, Niger, by unknown jihadists. The Nigerien junta states that 30 jihadists were also killed. (Sahara Reporters)
Mar
22
The Bundesrat approves a partial legalization of cannabis in Germany, which is expected to come into effect on April 1.
The Bundesrat approves a partial legalization of cannabis in Germany, which is expected to come into effect on April 1. (DW)
Mar
23
The Liberal Party win a plurality of seats in the state.
The Liberal Party win a plurality of seats in the state. (ABC News Australia)
Mar
24
Brigitte García, the youngest mayor in Ecuador, and one of her advisors are found shot dead in Manabí Province, western Ecuador.
Brigitte García, the youngest mayor in Ecuador, and one of her advisors are found shot dead in Manabí Province, western Ecuador. (Reuters)
Mar
25
An investigation by Humo magazine and the website Apache reveals that Belgian Vlaams Belang politician Filip Dewinter worked as a "senior political advisor" for
An investigation by Humo magazine and the website Apache reveals that Belgian Vlaams Belang politician Filip Dewinter worked as a "senior political advisor" for China for several years. (NOS)
Mar
25
Puerto Rico declares an epidemic of dengue fever following an increase in cases.
Puerto Rico declares an epidemic of dengue fever following an increase in cases. (AP)
Mar
25
Seventeen people are killed and another is injured when a passenger van collides with a dump truck and catches fire in Antipas, Cotabato, Philippines.
Seventeen people are killed and another is injured when a passenger van collides with a dump truck and catches fire in Antipas, Cotabato, Philippines. (AFP via Barron's)
Mar
26
Former Kyrgyzstan deputy Raimbek Matraimov is detained in Baku, Azerbaijan, and is extradited to Kyrgyzstan.
Former Kyrgyzstan deputy Raimbek Matraimov is detained in Baku, Azerbaijan, and is extradited to Kyrgyzstan. (AKIPress)
Mar
26
The Israeli Air Force bombs Deir ez-Zor Governorate, Syria, killing an Iranian Quds Force officer and 15 other militants.
The Israeli Air Force bombs Deir ez-Zor Governorate, Syria, killing an Iranian Quds Force officer and 15 other militants. (AP)
Mar
27
Argentina orders the deployment of at least two gendarmerie to the Argentine embassy in Venezuela, where allies of opposition leader María Corina Machado have t
Argentina orders the deployment of at least two gendarmerie to the Argentine embassy in Venezuela, where allies of opposition leader María Corina Machado have taken refuge amid increased tensions between the two countries. (Infobae)
Mar
27
Argentina–Venezuela relations Argentina orders the deployment of at least two gendarmerie to the Argentine embassy in Venezuela, where allies of opposition lead
Argentina–Venezuela relations Argentina orders the deployment of at least two gendarmerie to the Argentine embassy in Venezuela, where allies of opposition leader María Corina Machado have taken refuge amid increased tensions between the two countries. (Infobae)
Mar
27
The French judiciary sentences the former leader of the United Liberation Movement of Liberia for Democracy Kunti Kamara to 30 years in prison on charges of com
The French judiciary sentences the former leader of the United Liberation Movement of Liberia for Democracy Kunti Kamara to 30 years in prison on charges of committing "crimes against humanity". (Barron's)
Mar
28
Coal phase-out Slovakia's Slovenské elektrárne shuts down operations at its Vojany Power Station, the last coal-fired power plant in the country.
Coal phase-out Slovakia's Slovenské elektrárne shuts down operations at its Vojany Power Station, the last coal-fired power plant in the country. (Euronews)
Mar
28
Slovakia's Slovenské elektrárne shuts down operations at its Vojany Power Station, the last coal-fired power plant in the country.
Slovakia's Slovenské elektrárne shuts down operations at its Vojany Power Station, the last coal-fired power plant in the country. (Euronews)
Mar
29
North Korea–Russia relations, North Korea and weapons of mass destruction Russia vetoes the continued monitoring of United Nations sanctions on the North Korean
North Korea–Russia relations, North Korea and weapons of mass destruction Russia vetoes the continued monitoring of United Nations sanctions on the North Korean nuclear weapons program. (AP)
Mar
29
Pouria Zeraati, an Iranian dissident journalist working for IITV, is injured in a stabbing in London.
Pouria Zeraati, an Iranian dissident journalist working for IITV, is injured in a stabbing in London. He is hospitalized in stable condition. (BBC News)
Mar
29
Russia vetoes the continued monitoring of United Nations sanctions on the North Korean nuclear weapons program.
Russia vetoes the continued monitoring of United Nations sanctions on the North Korean nuclear weapons program. (AP)
Mar
30
Japanese officials search a Kobayashi Pharmaceutical factory in Osaka after five deaths possibly linked to its dietary supplements.
Japanese officials search a Kobayashi Pharmaceutical factory in Osaka after five deaths possibly linked to its dietary supplements. (Reuters)
Mar
30
Three UN observers and a translator are injured by a shell in southern Lebanon.
Three UN observers and a translator are injured by a shell in southern Lebanon. (Reuters)
Mar
31
An ongoing severe drought in southern Africa causes around 20 million people to experience hunger.
An ongoing severe drought in southern Africa causes around 20 million people to experience hunger. (AP) (The Independent)
Mar
31
Canada deploys 70 members of its armed forces to Jamaica to train peacekeepers for a future intervention in Haiti.
Canada deploys 70 members of its armed forces to Jamaica to train peacekeepers for a future intervention in Haiti. (CBC News)
Mar
31
Eight people are killed and at least ten others are injured by armed gangs in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Eight people are killed and at least ten others are injured by armed gangs in Guayaquil, Ecuador. (NOS)
Mar
31
Haitian crisis Canada deploys 70 members of its armed forces to Jamaica to train peacekeepers for a future intervention in Haiti.
Haitian crisis Canada deploys 70 members of its armed forces to Jamaica to train peacekeepers for a future intervention in Haiti. (CBC News)
Mar
31
In the largest heist in city history, $30 million is stolen from a GardaWorld money storage facility in Sylmar, Los Angeles, California, United States.
In the largest heist in city history, $30 million is stolen from a GardaWorld money storage facility in Sylmar, Los Angeles, California, United States. (Los Angeles Times) (KABC-TV) (CNN)
Apr
01
Authorities in Amur Oblast, Russia, end the rescue operations for 13 workers who were trapped in a deep gold mine since March 18, and declare the workers dead.
Authorities in Amur Oblast, Russia, end the rescue operations for 13 workers who were trapped in a deep gold mine since March 18, and declare the workers dead. (ABC News)
Apr
01
Milena Gasperoni and Alessandro Rossi are sworn in as the new Captains Regent of San Marino.
Milena Gasperoni and Alessandro Rossi are sworn in as the new Captains Regent of San Marino. (San Marino RTV)
Apr
01
Politics of San Marino Milena Gasperoni and Alessandro Rossi are sworn in as the new Captains Regent of San Marino.
Politics of San Marino Milena Gasperoni and Alessandro Rossi are sworn in as the new Captains Regent of San Marino. (San Marino RTV)
Apr
01
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq launches three drones at Eilat, Southern Israel, damaging a building.
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq launches three drones at Eilat, Southern Israel, damaging a building. No injuries are reported. (The Times of Israel)
Apr
02
Gayrettepe nightclub fire Twenty-nine people are killed and eight others are injured in a fire at a nightclub under renovation in Istanbul, Turkey.
Gayrettepe nightclub fire Twenty-nine people are killed and eight others are injured in a fire at a nightclub under renovation in Istanbul, Turkey. (Reuters)
Apr
02
Twenty-nine people are killed and eight others are injured in a fire at a nightclub under renovation in Istanbul, Turkey.
Twenty-nine people are killed and eight others are injured in a fire at a nightclub under renovation in Istanbul, Turkey. (Reuters)
Apr
03
China–Philippines relations, Territorial disputes in the South China Sea The Philippines says that it will respond to any Chinese attempts to interfere with its
China–Philippines relations, Territorial disputes in the South China Sea The Philippines says that it will respond to any Chinese attempts to interfere with its resupply of troops in the South China Sea. (Reuters)