US Detains and Deports Pro-Palestine Academic, as Israel's War Devastates Gaza

Rumeysa Ozturk Detained and Deported for Pro-Palestine Stance

Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish academic and research assistant at Tufts University, was detained by US authorities for participating in pro-Palestine demonstrations. Ozturk co-authored an article in the Tufts Daily that condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocide" under international law and criticized universities for restricting protests. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials stated that she would be deported.

Marjorie Taylor Greene's Dismissive Response to Journalist's Question

Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene clashed with British journalist Martha Kelner during a press conference. When Kelner questioned Greene about a recent Signal leak regarding US strikes on Yemen, Greene dismissed the inquiry, stating that she didn't "give a crap" about her reporting and that the journalist should "go back" to the UK.

Tourist Bus Plunges into Po River in Italy

Footage captured the moment a tourist bus plunged into the Po River in the Italian city of Turin on March 26. The driver was found alive by firefighters but later died in hospital.

Israel's Devastating Impact on Gaza

Since the start of its "genocidal war" on October 7, 2023, Israel has obliterated 70% of all buildings and 88% of Gaza's infrastructure. This level of devastation surpasses the ruin of Germany after World War II.

US Tariffs on Auto Imports

US President Trump imposed 25% tariffs on auto imports, impacting some of America's favorite cars. While half of US car sales are domestic, auto giants from Japan, South Korea, and Germany are already feeling the market impact.

Turkish PhD Student Deported for Gaza Advocacy

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that Turkish PhD student Rumeysa Ozturk is among over 300 international students who have had their visas revoked due to their advocacy for Gaza.

Strong Earthquake Rocks Myanmar and Thailand

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, with tremors felt in Thailand's capital Bangkok. The earthquake caused damage to high-rise buildings and led to the collapse of an under-construction apartment block.

UN Reports Israel Blocking Essential Supplies to Gaza

The United Nations reported that Israel has stopped the entry of food, medicine, fuel, and other basic essentials into Gaza. This comes as local authorities declared the first stage of famine in the besieged enclave.

Israel Conducts Airstrike on Beirut

Israel carried out an airstrike on a residential building in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, after sharing an evacuation order on March 28. This was the first time Israel has attacked Beirut since the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire came into effect in late November.