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8 killed in central Afghanistan as strong earthquake shakes region, including Pakistan

8 killed in central Afghanistan as strong earthquake shakes region, including Pakistan

Tremors felt in parts of Pakistan, Afghanistan, Indian-administered Kashmir

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AU backs China-Pakistan peace push on Middle East, urges urgent de-escalation
03.04.2026

AU backs China-Pakistan peace push on Middle East, urges urgent de-escalation

African bloc says 5-point plan offers ‘timely’ path to diplomacy amid escalating conflict

China reiterates opposition to attacks on civilian facilities after US strike on Iran bridge
03.04.2026

China reiterates opposition to attacks on civilian facilities after US strike on Iran bridge

Foreign Ministry spokesperson calls on relevant parties to implement immediate ceasefire

China rejects US accusations on Panama Canal, says will 'firmly defend' its rights
03.04.2026

China rejects US accusations on Panama Canal, says will 'firmly defend' its rights

Beijing's reaction comes after US secretary of state accused China of targeting vessels flying Panama flag

China speaks out against ‘discrimination,’ controversial Israeli law on Palestinian prisoners
03.04.2026

China speaks out against ‘discrimination,’ controversial Israeli law on Palestinian prisoners

Beijing’s statement comes after Israeli parliament passed law imposing death penalty on Palestinian prisoners

Myanmar’s former junta chief elected president by parliament
03.04.2026

Myanmar’s former junta chief elected president by parliament

Min Aung Hlaing, internationally condemned for Rohingya persecution, secures majority vote