Ukrainian officials say attacks across multiple regions left civilians dead and wounded, even as Moscow announced a short unilateral ceasefire tied to World War II commemorations.
Nigeria says it is preparing the voluntary return of citizens living in South Africa as fears rise that anti-immigration violence could spread further.
Indonesia and Japan have signed a defense cooperation agreement in Jakarta, expanding ties in industry and training as Tokyo loosens its long-standing limits on lethal arms exports.
European leaders are gathering in Yerevan for the eighth European Political Community summit, where the war in Ukraine, ties with Armenia and the widening role of Canada are expected to shape the agenda.
Fifteen Iranian sailors have returned home through Pakistan after their release by the United States, in what officials describe as a confidence-building step amid regional tensions.
Abu Dhabi said the air defences stopped three incoming missiles and that debris or a fourth projectile ended up in the sea, marking a fresh regional escalation.
Iran's ambassador in Islamabad says the Pakistan-mediated diplomatic channel remains active, while accusing Washington of unpredictable and aggressive behavior.
CENTCOM says the new operation will support merchant vessels through the Strait of Hormuz with warships, aircraft, unmanned systems and thousands of personnel.
Family members said masked men abducted lawyer and politician Mountaga Tall overnight in the capital as Mali’s junta faced mounting political and military strain.
EgyptAir has canceled Hajj flights to and from Mali, affecting more than 4,000 pilgrims as security deteriorates around Bamako and officials search for a rapid fix.
Lebanon’s health ministry said fresh Israeli strikes killed at least 41 people over 24 hours on May 2, 2026, as fighting widened despite a declared ceasefire.
A rights group said a drone operated by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces hit a vehicle in greater Khartoum, killing five civilians in the second such attack reported in the capital that week.
The president said he was looking over Iran’s latest offer while signaling skepticism, as the Strait of Hormuz dispute and pressure on shipping continue.
A US official said the carrier has moved to the European Command area, leaving two other carriers in the Middle East as the Iran conflict remains unresolved.
Local reporting says a military aircraft bombed Khawpuichhip in Falam Township on May 1, killing six civilians including children and injuring about nine others.