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Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia

Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia

JAKARTA, April 6 - A criminal case against Myanmar's newly-elected President Min Aung Hlaing was filed in Indonesia on Monday by a group of civil society organisations, accusing the leader of acts of genocide against the Rohingya ethnic group.

Afghanistan Faces Severe Flooding and Landslides, Resulting in 77 Deaths

Afghanistan Faces Severe Flooding and Landslides, Resulting in 77 Deaths

Afghanistan is experiencing severe flooding and landslides due to heavy rain, resulting in the deaths of 77 people and injuries to 137 others over the past ten days. The country's Disaster Management Authority has reported significant damage, including the destruction of 793 homes and damage to 2,673 others. Additionally, over 200 miles of roads have been destroyed, affecting businesses, agricultural land, and infrastructure such as water wells and irrigation canals. The Salang Pass, a crucial mountain pass connecting Kabul to northern cities, has been closed due to the flooding. The Kabul-to-Jalalabad highway, a major route linking the capital to eastern provinces and the Pakistani border, has also been affected. The public has been warned to avoid river banks and flood-prone areas as more rain is forecasted.

Seeking signals from the noise

Seeking signals from the noise

By Jamie McGeever ORLANDO, Florida, April 6 (Reuters) - Wall Street and the Asian stock markets that were open ticked higher on Easter Monday, as investors shrugged off another rise in oil prices and more belligerent rhetoric from U.S.

3 killed as high winds topple a tree on an Easter egg hunt in Germany

3 killed as high winds topple a tree on an Easter egg hunt in Germany

German police say three people, including a 10-month-old girl, were killed Sunday when high winds toppled a tree during an Easter egg hunt

Severe Weather in Afghanistan Results in 77 Deaths Over 10 Days

Severe Weather in Afghanistan Results in 77 Deaths Over 10 Days

Afghanistan has experienced severe weather conditions, including widespread flooding, landslides, and lightning strikes, resulting in 77 deaths and 137 injuries over the past 10 days. The country's Disaster Management Authority reported significant damage, with 793 homes destroyed and 2,673 damaged. Additionally, more than 200 miles of roads have been affected, impacting transportation and access to essential services. The extreme weather has also damaged businesses, agricultural land, water wells, and irrigation canals, affecting over 5,800 families. The Public Works Ministry has warned travelers to exercise caution on affected roads.

Severe Floods and Landslides in Afghanistan Result in 77 Fatalities

Severe Floods and Landslides in Afghanistan Result in 77 Fatalities

Afghanistan has been hit by severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, storms, and lightning strikes, leading to widespread flooding and landslides. According to the country's Disaster Management Authority, these events have resulted in 77 deaths and 137 injuries over the past 10 days. The extreme weather has caused significant damage to infrastructure, with 793 homes completely destroyed and 2,673 damaged. Additionally, 337 kilometers (about 210 miles) of roads have been destroyed, affecting transportation and connectivity across the country. The Kabul to Jalalabad highway, a crucial route linking the capital to the Pakistani border, has been closed due to landslides and flooding.

4.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Israel, No Injuries Reported

4.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Northern Israel, No Injuries Reported

A 4.5-magnitude earthquake was reported in northern Israel, affecting areas from Haifa to Nahariya. The tremor, which occurred in the Mediterranean Sea at a depth of 14 kilometers, was felt along the western coastal plain. Residents described the shaking as noticeable, with some initially mistaking it for construction activity. Despite the intensity of the quake, there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre confirmed the earthquake's location off the coast of Tyre and Sidon in southern Lebanon.

The Latest: US and Iran race to find missing crew member from downed military plane

The Latest: US and Iran race to find missing crew member from downed military plane

The search is on for one missing U.S. service member while another was rescued after two U.S. warplanes went down in separate incidents including the first shoot-down since the Iran war began nearly five weeks ago

Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say

Floods, landslides triggered by heavy rain in Afghanistan leave 77 dead in 10 days, authorities say

The Afghanistan Disaster Management Authority says widespread flooding, landslides and lightning strikes triggered by heavy rain and storms across the country have left 77 people dead and 137 injured over the past 10 days

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran

Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran

A 5.8 magnitude earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan, killing at least eight members of a refugee family near Kabul

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media

The Latest: US A-10 attack aircraft was hit by Iranian air defense forces, says Iran’s state media

One crew member has been recued after an American aircraft was shot down in Iran

Afghanistan Faces Devastating Floods and Landslides, 77 Dead in 10 Days

Afghanistan Faces Devastating Floods and Landslides, 77 Dead in 10 Days

Afghanistan is experiencing severe weather conditions, including widespread flooding, landslides, and lightning strikes, which have resulted in the deaths of 77 people and injuries to 137 others over the past ten days. The country's Disaster Management Authority has reported significant damage, with 793 homes destroyed and 2,673 damaged. Additionally, more than 200 miles of roads have been affected, disrupting transportation and forcing travelers to take longer routes. The Kabul-to-Jalalabad highway, a crucial route linking the capital to eastern provinces and the Pakistani border, has been shut due to landslides and flooding. The Salang Pass, connecting Kabul to northern cities, is also closed. The authority has warned of more rain in the coming days and advised the public to avoid flood-prone areas.