Pope Leo XIV leads the Catholic Church with a dedicated team including the Swiss Guard and Vatican Gendarmerie. Learn more about his entourage and security forces on Telegraaf.nl.
Ahmed al-Sharaa, once a bomb maker fighting the US, seeks European support in rebuilding Syria, meeting with French President Macron in Paris.
Mothers of Israeli hostages look to Donald Trump for hope as they await news on their sons' fate in Hamas captivity. Follow the story on Telegraaf.nl.
Mike Huckabee, the US Ambassador to Israel, announces a new humanitarian aid mechanism for Gaza, excluding Israel and Hamas. The initiative aims to address critical shortages of food and medicine.
Pope Robert Francis Prevost from the United States, an Augustinian, is likely to explain soon why he has chosen the papal name Leo XIV, historically associated with diplomatic skills and social doctrine.
Reports suggest Donald Trump is dropping Joe Biden's requirement for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel in a potential nuclear agreement with the US. The move could impact Middle East relations.
April 2024 ranks as the second warmest on record with an average global temperature of 14.96 degrees Celsius, only 0.07 degrees cooler than the warmest April. The European climate service Copernicus highlights the impact of rising temperatures.
Nearly twenty children and adults were wounded in a fire at a circus tent in Aldenhoven, Germany, with some children taken to the hospital.
The food supply in Gaza faces disruption as Israel, backed by the US, introduces a new distribution plan not supported by aid organizations. Read more on telegraaf.nl.
A woman working at a blood bank receives 34,000 euros in damages after being compared to Darth Vader by coworkers during a Star Wars-themed personality test.
South Korean military suspects North Korea's recent ballistic missile launch may have been a test for exporting missiles, firing multiple short-range missiles towards Japan.
Tensions escalate as India launches airstrikes on Pakistan amid Kashmir conflict, revealing underlying competition between China and the West. Read more on Telegraaf.nl.
An 8-year-old boy in the USA ordered 70,000 lollipops online, surprising his mother with a delivery of 22 dozens. The boy wanted to organize a carnival with the lollipops.
Disney announces the opening of their first theme park in the Middle East, Disneyland Abu Dhabi, located on Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates.
Israel expresses shock over US deal with Houthi rebels as drone from the east (likely Yemen) shot down. Tensions rise as the US refrains from attacking Houthis, impacting Israeli security concerns.
President Trump announces the US cessation of airstrikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen after they reportedly surrender, amidst tension with Canada.
Former President Donald Trump declares the capitulation of Houthi rebels in Yemen, leading to the cessation of attacks aimed at preventing disruptions of key maritime routes in the Middle East.
In Shanghai, a new ATM capable of melting gold attracts crowds as people convert their jewelry into cash amid soaring gold prices.
Catholic cardinals meeting in Vatican City before the conclave urge peace in Ukraine and the Middle East, expressing concern over lack of progress in global peace efforts.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich declares intent to completely destroy Gaza Strip, forcing current residents to relocate to other countries.
Israel is set to launch a risky operation in Gaza targeting Hamas, risking the lives of thousands of Palestinians, Israeli soldiers, and hostages.
Israel conducts airstrikes in Yemen in response to a rocket attack by Houthi rebels, causing injuries and halting flights at Ben-Gurion airport.
Israel intends to escalate its attacks on the Gaza Strip after a unanimous decision by the security cabinet led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Houthi rebels continue to target Israeli airports, prompting retaliatory strikes from Israel. Recent attacks on Ben-Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv resulted in injuries, escalating tensions.
Hamas executes alleged food thieves in Gaza, blaming them for collaborating with Israel amid blocked aid access. A curfew from 9:00 PM aims to track down criminals.
Israel to escalate conflict with Hamas, Houthi missile hits Israel, and looming threat on Iran's nuclear sites. International concerns grow over Gaza humanitarian crisis.
Israel warns of retaliation following a rocket attack near Ben-Gurion airport in Tel Aviv, with at least six people injured. The incident is linked to Houthi support for Gaza amidst ongoing Israeli airstrikes.
Israel summons tens of thousands of reservists to prepare for expanding its military offensive in Gaza, amid rising tensions with Hamas.
A 38-year-old woman died in Thessaloniki, Greece, after a bomb she was carrying exploded while attempting to place it at a bank. The incident also damaged nearby shops and vehicles.
The US, Israel, and an international fund are close to a deal to resume humanitarian aid to Gaza, aiming to prevent Hamas from controlling the assistance.
