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Massive Pro-Palestine Nakba Day March Held Amid Tight Security as Thousands Protest Israeli Actions
London (HRNW)- Two major demonstrations took place in the British capital London, prompting an extraordinary security response across the city. According to the World News Agency, the largest protest was the “Nakba Day March,” where thousands of demonstrators gathered to express solidarity with Palestine and condemn Israeli military actions in Gaza. Protesters carried Palestinian flags…
Trump Warns Iran Over Ceasefire Deal as Tehran Expresses Deep Distrust in US Intentions
Washington (HRNW)- US President Donald Trump has warned Iran to move quickly toward a ceasefire agreement, saying it would be in Iran’s own interest to sign a peace deal without delay. According to the World News Agency, the statement came after Trump’s return from his China visit, during which no breakthrough was achieved on a…
Hamas Gaza Chief Izzedin al-Hadad Martyred in Israeli Airstrike Along With Family
Gaza (HRNW)- Hamas has confirmed that the head of the organization in Gaza and commander of the Al-Qassam Brigades, Izzedin al-Hadad, has been martyred in an Israeli airstrike along with his wife and daughter in Gaza. According to Arab media reports from Gaza, mosques announced his martyrdom, after which large numbers of Palestinians came out…
US Prepares Criminal Indictment Against Former Cuban President Raul Castro Over 1996 Shootdown Case
Washington (HRNW)- The United States is preparing a possible criminal indictment against former Cuban President Raul Castro, 94, in connection with the 1996 shooting down of two civilian airliners. According to media reports, the US Department of Justice is moving toward filing charges linked to the incident in which Cuban military jets shot down two…
Air India’s Annual Loss Crosses $2 Billion Amid Middle East Crisis and Airspace Restrictions
New Delhi (HRNW)- Air India’s annual loss has exceeded $2 billion due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and the closure of Pakistan’s airspace. According to an Express News report, concerns over the weakening Indian economy and declining investor confidence have further increased due to the policies of the Modi government. A report…
8 Killed, 25 Injured as Train Collides with Bus in Thailand Capital
Bangkok (HRNW)- At least eight people have been killed and 25 injured after a train collided with a public bus in the Thai capital, Bangkok, according to media reports. The accident occurred near the Huai Railway Link station in central Bangkok on Saturday afternoon, with flames engulfing the bus and nearby vehicles, Thai media reported….
Ali al-Zaidi Sworn in as Iraq’s New Prime Minister Amid Formation of New Government
Baghdad (HRNW)- Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi officially took office on Saturday. According to the Iraqi news agency INA, a ceremony was held in the capital Baghdad where the new prime minister formally assumed charge of his office. On May 14, the Iraqi parliament expressed confidence in al-Zaidi and 14 ministers of his cabinet,…
UNEP Raises Alarm Over Accelerating Global Deforestation
Nairobi, Kenya (HRNW)- On 16 May 2026, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) expressed concern over the rapid destruction of forests and environmental degradation worldwide. UNEP warned that deforestation is intensifying climate change, biodiversity loss, and the risk of natural disasters. The agency urged governments to implement stronger environmental reforms and adopt urgent conservation measures…
UN Warns of Expanding Global Drug Trafficking Networks
Vienna, Austria (HRNW)- On 16 May 2026, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) warned that drug trafficking networks are rapidly evolving through the use of advanced digital technologies. According to the agency, online platforms and encrypted communication systems are making it easier for organized criminal groups to expand international narcotics operations. UNODC…
ILO Warns of Rising Forced Labor and Worker Exploitation
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW)- On 16 May 2026, the International Labour Organization (ILO) warned that forced labor and worker exploitation are increasing globally. The report stated that economic hardships and illegal recruitment systems are pushing millions into inhumane working conditions. The ILO called for stronger labor protections, transparent employment systems, and strict enforcement of workers’ rights…