Erdogan rival arrested days before becoming presidential candidate

Aalia Mahomed, a 20-year-old student at King's College London, died in a collision on the Strand that also left three others injured. Described by her family as a "bright, kind and beautiful soul," she was studying for a BSc in physics and philosophy. The driver of the van involved in the incident has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and drug-driving offences. Full Article

The European Union will delay implementing its first set of tariffs on U.S. goods until mid-April to allow for discussions with Washington, aligning the timing of countermeasures against U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs. The delay is aimed at providing extra time for negotiations, with the EU preparing for retaliation of up to EUR 26 billion, including tariffs on a range of products like steel, aluminum, bourbon, and agricultural goods. The EU's measures are in response...

Brazilian federal police raided the homes of suspected smugglers who brought in 2,000 assault rifles from Miami to supply a criminal organization in Rio de Janeiro. Fourteen search and seizure warrants were carried out, resulting in one arrest after a suspect shot at an officer. Courts froze $8.8 million in assets belonging to the group, with suspects facing charges including gun trafficking, belonging to a criminal organization, and money laundering. Full Article

Eight pallbearers, some in FIFA logo tracksuits, carried a coffin at a funeral procession for Jean Claude Sendeoli in the Central African Republic. After his death in 2020, his identity was stolen and used in a pro-Russian propaganda campaign, with fake articles published across African media outlets. The campaign was uncovered by Al Jazeera, revealing the misuse of Sendeoli's image and the fabrication of a non-existent geopolitical expert. Full Article

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education in an effort to shift educational decisions to families instead of bureaucracies. However, abolishing the entire agency would require congressional approval through legislation, with Republicans like Rep. Thomas Massie pushing for its termination by 2026. The administration has already made moves to reduce the department's funding and workforce, with Education Secretary Linda McMahon acknowledging the need for congressional...

Israeli military expanded its ground offensive in Gaza, killing at least 80 Palestinians in airstrikes. Hamas retaliated with rocket attacks after Israel broke a recent ceasefire. The return to war has resulted in over 500 deaths, including more than 200 children. Israel aimed to pressure Hamas to release Israeli hostages and expand a security perimeter in Gaza. Israeli Defense Minister issued a final warning to Gaza residents, threatening harsher action. The conflict has led to...