Africa
African migrants killed in American strike on Yemen
Officials from the Houthi-run media in Yemen said at least 68 African migrants were killed by a US air strike on a detention center. Reports suggest that another 47 migrants were injured, most of them critically. The United States has yet to comment on the incident. The detention center was holding around 115 people at the time of the attack.
Namibian minister accused of rape
Mac-Albert Hengari, Namibia’s agriculture minister, has been fired after being accused of raping a 16-year-old girl five years ago. He was arrested Saturday after allegedly attempting to bribe the victim to withdraw the case against him. Hengari has denied any wrongdoing and was denied bail.
Asia
North Korea confirms it sent troops to fight for Russia
During a report on North Korean controlled media, officials from North Korea’s army claimed its soldiers helped Russia “liberate” the Kursk border region. It is the first time the country has confirmed it sent troops to fight for Russia in Ukraine. Officials believe at least 1,000 of the 11,000 North Korean troops fighting for Russia have been killed over the past three months.
Six officers killed in Thailand plane crash
At least six police officers were killed in Thailand when their plane crashed into the sea. Police were participating in a parachute training at the time of the incident. Initial investigations showed that the plane was heading towards houses and its pilots maneuvered it to the sea to avoid further fatalities.
Europe
Teenager killed in school stabbing
Officials in France have arrested an attacker who stabbed and killed a teenage girl at a private school. Three other students were also injured in the incident. French leaders are urging intense checks for knives in schools. The country is planning to release more details about the attack in the coming days.
Vatican looks ahead toward new pope
Cardinals are set to meet on May 7 to begin the process of electing a new pope. Around 135 cardinals from across the world will be involved in the process. Recent conclaves lasted only two days, but it is unknown how long it will take to elect the next pope. Meanwhile, over the weekend a funeral was held for Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88.
Latin America
Ex-Brazil president health worsens
Doctors of former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro said his health has worsened after intestinal surgery that took place earlier in April. He is in intensive care and is set to undergo new tests. Bolsonaro is facing charges that he directed an alleged right-wing coup attempt after he lost the 2022 presidential election.
Ecuador earthquake leaves 20 injured
At least 20 people were injured when a 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit Ecuador. Multiple buildings were also seriously damaged, and several homes and public buildings were left without power. Ecuador’s national oil company also said it briefly suspended operations at its refinery in Esmeraldas because of the quake.
North America
Car drives through Canada street fest, leaves 11 dead
Officials in Vancouver have arrested a 30-year-old man who is accused of driving a car into a crowd at a street festival. At least 11 people were killed, including a five-year-old girl. Vancouver Acting Police Chief Steve Rai called the attack “the darkest day in the city’s history.” The suspect, Kai-Ji Adam Lo, appeared in court last Sunday.
Two-year-old US citizen deported
Judge Terry Doughtry said a two-year-old American may have been deported to Honduras with her mother and sister without due process. The child and her family were arrested during an appointment at a New Orleans immigration office. The judge asked to arrange a call with the girl’s mother, but was told it may not be possible because she was just released in Honduras.
