MOGADISHU (Xinhua) -- Two fishing vessels and a dhow were hijacked off the coast of Somalia between Feb. 7 and March 16, indicating that piracy in the region remains a threat, according to a new report released Tuesday by a global anti-piracy body.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia launched its first one-person, one-vote voter registration in more than five decades on Tuesday, beginning in Mogadishu’s Shangani district, which government officials are calling a historic step toward democratic reform.

Somalia on Tuesday launched voter registration in the capital Mogadishu for the first time in over 50 years, a step towards universal suffrage ahead of presidential elections scheduled for 2026 in the volatile nation.

S. Jaishankar criticized Pakistan's role in promoting terrorism, highlighting their double-dealing in Afghanistan and persistent «bad habits.» He emphasized that the 2008 Mumbai attacks marked a turning point in India-Pakistan relations, signaling a shift in India's tolerance. Jaishankar also linked national progress to the strength and quality of a nation's universities.

US-China relations face a potential breakdown. Attention shifts to India as a possible replacement. China directs airlines to halt Boeing orders. This move aims to boost domestic aircraft manufacturing. The US President's tariff policies face criticism. Experts question if the US has overplayed its hand. India is seen as a potential beneficiary of the trade war.

India's government has firmly dismissed Pakistan's criticism of the Waqf Amendment Act as unfounded and biased, asserting that Pakistan lacks the authority to comment on India's internal affairs. The external affairs ministry highlighted Pakistan's poor treatment of minorities and advised them to address their own issues instead of lecturing others.

According to Zhang Hanhui, as for the price of gas, the parties already have the first pipe, so it is easier for them to agree

The Israeli prime minister’s office did not disclose any other details about the visit

The index gained 0.49% to 1,078.47 points

According to Professor of the Konya University Haluk Gedikoglu, the frost led to the loss of about 80% of the grapes harvest and 50% of the apricots, apples and sweet cherry harvest

The Belarusian special service noted that «the collective West, including some of the most hostile NATO and EU countries, continues to exert a negative influence on Belarus and Russia, using the Ukrainian crisis as a means to destabilize the situation in the Union State»

Brussels is pushing military aid for Kiev as Moscow and Washington try to achieve peace in the Ukraine conflict, Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Vladimir Artyukh has been dismissed following accusations he organized a military awards ceremony targeted in a missile attack Read Full Article at RT.com

Steve Witkoff met with Russian President Vladimir Putin last week as part of ongoing talks between Moscow and Washington Read Full Article at RT.com

Former President Professor Peter Mutharika has launched a scathing attack on religious leaders and quasi-faith organizations for what he called their “deafening silence” in the face of the country’s worsening socio-economic crisis and moral decay under the current administration. Speaking during a powerful prayer session organized by 56 pastors from the Nkhoma Synod of the […] The post “Where Is the Church?” — Mutharika Slams Religious Silence Amid Malawi Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The strike was delivered near the municipality of Aitaroun in southern Lebanon

Russia and China are mainly using national currencies when paying for energy resources and 90% of payments are made in rubles and the yuan, the diplomat said

Pittsburgh Penguin Sidney Crosby ranks second in NHL history with $155.89 million earned in his career

The encircled gunmen are unwilling to surrender because they came to Kursk «to hunt humans»

Earlier, the Prosecutor General's Office recognized the activities of these organizations as undesirable in Russia

La République est une construction pyramidale, au sommet de laquelle se trouve le Président de la République, au centre, d'autres composantes de la société, et à la base, les peuples autochtones, gardiens du temple. La mission première dévolue à ces peuples autochtones est le maintien du flambeau de la spiritualité nationale, socle de tout développement. En effet, le développement est un fait social résultant davantage des considérations spirituelles que du génie des hommes. (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Pardonnez mon intrusion, mon immixtion mais je ne peux pas me taire...je dispose de «l'ancien reçu» d'adhésion au RdB. C'est pourquoi avec respect, je voudrais humblement m'adresser au Coordinateur Général du RdB, Me Anges Kevin Nzigou . Le temps politique impose parfois le silence. Celui de la réflexion, de la lucidité et du respect envers le peuple. Depuis le 13 avril, avec les résultats provisoires, le Gabon connaît le nom de son nouveau Président, et avec cette annonce s'ouvre une (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Nous venons de vivre un bond historique avec la victoire à la soviétique du candidat Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema qui ne souffre d'aucune contestation. Les Gabonais se sont levés comme un seul homme pour soutenir une nouvelle vision politique dans l'espoir de voir leurs conditions de vie s'améliorer et de vivre un véritable changement social. Chers natifs et populations du 3ème arrondissement, nous venons d'amorcer une nouvelle ère dans laquelle, nous devons nous inscrire en vue (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

A cryotherapy session in Paris has turned deadly with one woman dying and another hospitalised in critical condition due to a nitrogen leak from a cold chamber, according to French investigators.

US President Donald Trump regards Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a friend, according to US State Department spokesperson Margaret MacLeod. She highlighted the «joint interests» between India and the US, emphasizing collaboration on counter-terrorism, advanced technologies, and increased business opportunities.

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, prompting a sharp reaction from the party, which called it a «state-sponsored crime.» In other news, Assam has made Assamese the compulsory official language for government work, while India leads global market recovery after rebounding from Trump's tariff shock.

Robert Vadra faces renewed scrutiny from the Enforcement Directorate. He has been summoned for questioning in connection to a money laundering probe related to a land deal. Vadra's company is under investigation for a land purchase and subsequent agreement with DLF. Vadra alleges political vendetta and asserts his cooperation with the investigation.

The NHRC has taken cognizance of the communal violence in Murshidabad during anti-Waqf protests, which resulted in three deaths. An on-spot inquiry will be conducted, and a report is expected within three weeks. West Bengal Police have arrested two brothers for their alleged involvement in the killing of a father and son, bringing the total arrests to 221.

Hemant Soren has been elected as the new president of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), succeeding his father Shibu Soren, who now holds the title of 'Founder Patron'. This decision was made during the party's 13th 'Mahaadhiveshan'. The JMM, a key member of the Congress-led INDIA bloc, leads the ruling coalition in Jharkhand.

Vladimir Zelensky has introduced a bill to extend martial law, which would block new presidential elections Read Full Article at RT.com

The European financial system faces significant risks from excessive bank lending to the real estate sector. Historical trends show a strong link between real estate credit booms and banking crises. Current data indicate that real estate loans constitute a substantial share of banks' corporate loan portfolios, with varying risk levels across countries. Key drivers include expansionary ECB policies and regulatory incentives favouring mortgage lending. Strengthening oversight, improving data collection, and adjusting regulations are essential for financial stability. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Agricultural products and foods and products of chemical, ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy may be main drivers of Russian exports to Indonesia, further to energy resources, Manturov noted

It is pointed out that the Iranian delegation's messages said that in order to continue the talks, it was necessary to come to a general framework agreement, and if Washington was not satisfied with Tehran's proposal, Iran would expect an alternative vision from the US during another meeting

Grigory Lukyantsev added that only if the UN develops a common approach can it «restore confidence, overcome differences and stabilize the international situation»

Some 40% of US residents see the political violence problem as palpable