As Iranian attacks shatter Dubai's glamorous facade, migrant workers face deadly conditions under the Kafala system while influencers complain about pets and expats risk arrest for sharing war footage.
Ukrainian soldiers from the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade conducted a perilous drone mission to evacuate a cat and dog stranded on the front line, flying them over seven miles to safety.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson, kidnapped in Baghdad, has been freed by the Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah, which cited appreciation for Iraq's outgoing prime minister.
Explore pivotal moments from 6-12 April: Iran's nuclear declaration, Princess Diana's AIDS handshake, Berlusconi's defeat, and the fall of Baghdad. The Independent's front pages capture turning points.
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Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's Kuomintang party, visited Beijing for a 'peace mission' at Xi Jinping's invitation, marking the first such trip in a decade as military tensions escalate.
A Palestinian mother-of-three reveals the devastating moment she found out her Gaza home was bombed through a WhatsApp image, as she plans to rebuild her life in the UK.
Edgar Riches, 78, was struck and killed by a vehicle in President William Ruto's motorcade while on a charity walk in Nairobi. The driver was fined just £575, sparking outrage from his family who say justice was not served.
Aid cuts threaten Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh with a return to cooking over toxic flames, risking health, deforestation, and children's education.
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Ukraine faces a severe conscription crisis with 2 million draft-dodgers and hundreds of thousands AWOL, as President Zelensky warns of waning US support amid Middle East conflicts.
Delcy Rodríguez remains Venezuela's acting president despite exceeding the 90-day limit set by the high court after Nicolás Maduro's capture, with no public vote to extend her term.
A University of Michigan scientist took his own life after alleged hostile interrogation by federal agents, with China demanding a full investigation into the incident.
Haiti's violent gangs are targeting displaced, hungry children with promises of food, exploiting a power vacuum five years after the president's assassination. UNICEF reports child recruitment surged 70% in 2024.
A visual journey across the globe captures Easter Monday's diverse moments, from racing pigeons in Yorkshire and mass weddings in South Africa to Gouda's breakfast tradition and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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Humanitarian groups report over 1,100 killed and one million displaced as Israeli military operations expand in southern Lebanon, drawing comparisons to Gaza tactics.
Archaeologists have discovered a remarkably preserved Roman-era sanctuary beneath Frankfurt, containing ritual pits with animal remains and potential evidence of human sacrifice, dating back to the early 2nd century AD.
Associated Press journalists traverse Iran, documenting airstrike destruction, defiant leadership, and resilient civilian routines amid ongoing regional conflict.
Gareth Gore's appointment to a senior Opus Dei position has sparked debate, as the Catholic group faces increased Vatican oversight and allegations of secrecy.
The release of Ireland's 1926 census challenges perceptions of a monocultural society, revealing a mix of nationalities and global influences in the early years of independence.
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From Jerusalem's solemn mass to New York's festive parade, Easter Sunday was marked by diverse traditions across the globe, including ceremonies in Cameroon, Lebanon, and Spain.
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Israeli military operations in Lebanon are targeting healthcare facilities and workers, mirroring tactics used in Gaza, with medics warning of a collapsing health system.
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Iran has executed a 19-year-old boy and a 30-year-old man arrested during January protests, sparking fears for thousands more detainees as executions surge.
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In his first Easter Sunday address, Pope Leo condemned indifference to the deaths of thousands in conflicts, with apparent references to Donald Trump's policies.
Pope Leo XIV used his first Easter Sunday address to call for global peace, urging those with weapons to lay them down in a message widely seen as targeting President Trump's Iran war policies.
Pope Leo XIV used his Easter Sunday address to call on world leaders to lay down weapons and pursue peace, decrying global violence and indifference to conflict.
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Pope Leo delivered his inaugural Easter Mass as pontiff, emphasising hope against war violence and global strife, while addressing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine.
