Global Affairs — Articles, April 2026

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1. 2026-04-30
   US charges Sinaloa governor and officials over alleged cartel linksGlobal Affairs
2. 2026-04-29
   White House confirms limited-edition US passports with Trump image for July eventsGlobal Affairs
3. 2026-04-29
   Europe warms at record pace as climate impacts spread across continentGlobal Affairs
4. 2026-04-28
   UN warns attacks on National Human Rights Institutions weaken rights protectionGlobal Affairs
5. 2026-04-27
   Russian fighters confirm withdrawal from northern Mali city after separatist attacksGlobal Affairs
6. 2026-04-27
   Iran blames US demands for failed Islamabad peace talksGlobal Affairs
7. 2026-04-26
   Israel Cabinet endorses Michael Lotem as ambassador to SomalilandGlobal Affairs
8. 2026-04-26
   Nigerian troops kill 31 suspected terrorists in Borno, Yobe statesGlobal Affairs
9. 2026-04-26
   Trump rushed off stage after shots fired at White House correspondents’ dinnerGlobal Affairs
10. 2026-04-26
    US President Trump cancels envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran warGlobal Affairs
11. 2026-04-25
    Seven killed in Ukraine after large overnight Russian drone and missile attackGlobal Affairs
12. 2026-04-25
    Breakthrough as infants under 5kg get dedicated malaria treatmentGlobal Affairs
13. 2026-04-25
    Ghana summons South African envoy over harassment of its citizensGlobal Affairs
14. 2026-04-24
    Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancerGlobal Affairs
15. 2026-04-24
    WMO warns strong El Niño could develop from mid-2026Global Affairs
16. 2026-04-23
    Zambia takes custody of former President Edgar Lungu’s body amid burial disputeGlobal Affairs
17. 2026-04-23
    Veteran radio host James Valentine dies at 64 after cancer battleGlobal Affairs
18. 2026-04-22
    World’s biggest condom maker warns of price hike over Iran war supply shockGlobal Affairs
19. 2026-04-21
    Tim Cook to step down as Apple names John Ternus as next chief executiveGlobal Affairs
20. 2026-04-20
    Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia advance Daua River Basin talks in Addis AbabaGlobal Affairs
21. 2026-04-20
    Global oil prices jump after Trump confirms interception of Iran-flagged shipGlobal Affairs
22. 2026-04-20
    IMF projects global growth of 3.1% in 2026, cites Middle East war and rising debtGlobal Affairs
23. 2026-04-20
    Trump says US delegation going to Pakistan Monday for Iran negotiationsGlobal Affairs
24. 2026-04-20
    Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting - Local authoritiesGlobal Affairs
25. 2026-04-19
    African Union warns Israel envoy to Somaliland could undermine Somalia’s sovereigntyGlobal Affairs
26. 2026-04-19
    Bodies of 50 infants dumped at Trinidad graveyardGlobal Affairs
27. 2026-04-19
    Six killed in Kyiv as gunman opens fire and takes hostagesGlobal Affairs
28. 2026-04-19
    Iran, US cite progress in nuclear talks as Hormuz standoff and ceasefire deadline nearGlobal Affairs
29. 2026-04-18
    Tanker, container ship hit as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz againGlobal Affairs
30. 2026-04-18
    Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz again as US port blockade tensions deepenGlobal Affairs
31. 2026-04-18
    Ukraine to take Russian civilian attacks to UN Security Council following wave of strikesGlobal Affairs
32. 2026-04-17
    Mugabe’s son pleads guilty to firearm charge in South Africa caseGlobal Affairs
33. 2026-04-17
    What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefireGlobal Affairs
34. 2026-04-17
    Sama to lay off over 1,100 Nairobi workers after Meta ends contractGlobal Affairs
35. 2026-04-17
    House rejects war powers resolution targeting Trump’s Iran military actionGlobal Affairs
36. 2026-04-16
    South Africa's EFF leader, Julius Malema jailed for 5 years over 2018 gun incident at EFF rallyGlobal Affairs
37. 2026-04-16
    Nigeria drops terrorism charges against former justice minister MalamiGlobal Affairs
38. 2026-04-15
    Israel and Lebanon hold rare direct talks in Washington since 1993Global Affairs
39. 2026-04-14
    Former Arsenal midfielder denies new rape charges as court sets joint trialGlobal Affairs
40. 2026-04-14
    Nigeria Air Force launches probe after deadly airstrike on market in north-eastGlobal Affairs
41. 2026-04-13
    Pope Leo XIV vows to keep opposing war despite Trump’s attacksGlobal Affairs
42. 2026-04-13
    New Bill proposes tough penalties for illegal trade in sensitive technologiesGlobal Affairs
43. 2026-04-13
    Hungary’s Viktor Orbán ousted by voters after 16 years in powerGlobal Affairs
44. 2026-04-13
    Finance minister favourite as Benin votes for presidentGlobal Affairs
45. 2026-04-12
    Nationwide blackout hits Uganda as authorities work to ensure restorationGlobal Affairs
46. 2026-04-12
    JD Vance leaves Pakistan after failing to reach deal with IranGlobal Affairs
47. 2026-04-11
    Guelleh wins sixth term as Djibouti election delivers landslide resultGlobal Affairs
48. 2026-04-11
    Artemis II crew returns safely after record-breaking deep space missionGlobal Affairs
49. 2026-04-10
    Baltic States reject Russian disinformation claims, reaffirm support for UkraineGlobal Affairs
50. 2026-04-10
    Easter truce offers brief hope in Russia-Ukraine warGlobal Affairs
51. 2026-04-10
    Melania Trump denies Epstein links, calls for victims to be heardGlobal Affairs
52. 2026-04-10
    Vatican places Africa in focus as Pope Leo begins 10-day tourGlobal Affairs
53. 2026-04-09
    Middle East war driving global food prices higher, institutions warnGlobal Affairs
54. 2026-04-09
    Greece to bar under-15s from social media accessGlobal Affairs
55. 2026-04-09
    Haiti delays voter registration as election plans face fresh uncertaintyGlobal Affairs
56. 2026-04-09
    Drug supplier ‘Ketamine Queen’ in Matthew Perry case jailed for 15 yearsGlobal Affairs
57. 2026-04-09
    Nigeria opens fresh hearings for over 500 accused in terrorism crackdownGlobal Affairs
58. 2026-04-09
    Gambia appoints special prosecutor to pursue Jammeh-era casesGlobal Affairs
59. 2026-04-08
    Somalia assumes seat on African Union Peace and Security CouncilGlobal Affairs
60. 2026-04-08
    Mogadishu launches AI lab to tackle fake news in Somali languageGlobal Affairs
61. 2026-04-08
    AU Commission welcomes US-Iran ceasefire and urges sustained diplomacyGlobal Affairs
62. 2026-04-08
    Global oil prices slides over 15% following breakthrough in US–Iran tensionsGlobal Affairs
63. 2026-04-08
    Why the Strait of Hormuz sits at the heart of global energy securityGlobal Affairs
64. 2026-04-08
    UN backs US–Iran two-week ceasefire, urges respect for international lawGlobal Affairs
65. 2026-04-08
    Zimbabwe debate deepens over plan to end direct presidential voteGlobal Affairs
66. 2026-04-08
    Last-minute deal seals two-week pause in US-Iran strikes, opens Hormuz RouteGlobal Affairs
67. 2026-04-07
    Kagame calls for unity and regional cooperation during 32nd commemoration of KwibukaGlobal Affairs
68. 2026-04-07
    Kanye offers to meet Jewish community in UK after Wireless controversyGlobal Affairs
69. 2026-04-07
    UN chief urges action as Rwanda marks 32 years since genocideGlobal Affairs
70. 2026-04-07
    Uganda commits Sh134bn, waives visa fees in AFCON 2027 preparationsGlobal Affairs
71. 2026-04-07
    IGAD deploys 17-member team to observe Djibouti presidential electionGlobal Affairs
72. 2026-04-07
    Somalia moves closer to first offshore oil drilling as Turkish vessel prepares to arriveGlobal Affairs
73. 2026-04-07
    DR Congo agrees to receive deportees from United States under new dealGlobal Affairs
74. 2026-04-07
    Trump warns Iran of consequences if Strait of Hormuz deal failsGlobal Affairs
75. 2026-04-06
    Nigeria troops rescue Easter worshippers after deadly church attackGlobal Affairs
76. 2026-04-06
    Artemis II astronauts near Moon, offering rare view of cratered surfaceGlobal Affairs
77. 2026-04-06
    Hungary alleges plot to blow up gas pipeline ahead of electionGlobal Affairs
78. 2026-04-06
    US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White HouseGlobal Affairs
79. 2026-04-06
    Trump issues new threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockageGlobal Affairs
80. 2026-04-05
    China executes French national convicted in 2010 for drug traffickingGlobal Affairs
81. 2026-04-05
    Trump says two US airmen rescued in Iran after giving deadline for dealGlobal Affairs
82. 2026-04-05
    World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year ruleGlobal Affairs
83. 2026-04-04
    Senegal bans ministers’ foreign travel as oil prices surgeGlobal Affairs
84. 2026-04-04
    Ethiopia takes over AU Peace and Security Council leadership for AprilGlobal Affairs
85. 2026-04-04
    Burkina Faso military chief urges rejection of democracy as he defends extended ruleGlobal Affairs
86. 2026-04-03
    Uganda accepts African asylum seekers transferred from US under 2025 dealGlobal Affairs
87. 2026-04-03
    US Army Chief Randy George steps down after Hegseth requestGlobal Affairs
88. 2026-04-03
    AU backs China–Pakistan peace initiative on Middle East crisisGlobal Affairs
89. 2026-04-03
    Cuba to release more than 2,000 prisoners, as pressure from US mountsGlobal Affairs
90. 2026-04-03
    Artemis II astronauts begin historic journey around the MoonGlobal Affairs
91. 2026-04-03
    Baby shot dead in pram in New York City, police sayGlobal Affairs
92. 2026-04-03
    Over 1,800 killed since Traore seized power in Burkina Faso, rights group saysGlobal Affairs
93. 2026-04-03
    Trump removes US Attorney General Pam BondiGlobal Affairs
94. 2026-04-02
    US lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy RodríguezGlobal Affairs
95. 2026-04-02
    UN appoints former Haiti PM Conille to Kenya roleGlobal Affairs
96. 2026-04-02
    Two migrants die in Channel crossing attemptGlobal Affairs
97. 2026-04-01
    Trump says he expects US to leave Iran in ‘2 or 3 weeks’Global Affairs
98. 2026-04-01
    Senegal enacts law doubling jail time for same-sex relationsGlobal Affairs