An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 has struck Indonesia's Tanimbar region.
According to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the quake struck at a depth of 49 km.
The Indonesia Geophysics Agency said there was no tsunami potential from the quake.
Israeli army announces control of Palestinian side of Rafah crossing
The Israeli military said on Tuesday it had taken operational control of the Palestinian side of Gaza's southern Rafah Crossing, which borders Egypt and has been pivotal for the delivery of aid and exit of injured people in the Gaza war.
Indian court extends pre-trial detention of opposition leader Kejriwal
An Indian city court extended on Tuesday the pre-trial detention of opposition leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal until May 20, legal news website Live Law reported, weeks before the capital votes in national elections.
Russia's Putin sworn in as president for fifth term
President Vladimir Putin was sworn in for a new six-year term on Tuesday at a Kremlin ceremony that was boycotted by the United States and a number of other Western countries due to Russia's war in Ukraine.
Five killed, dozens trapped in South Africa building collapse
Rescuers searched through the debris of a multi-storey building collapse in the South African city of George early on Tuesday that has left at least five people dead and dozens still trapped.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority is asking residents for their help to address traffic congestion across the city.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has awarded medals to senior officers of the Armed Forces in recognition of their contributions to serving their country.
The UAE Council for Climate Action has assessed national efforts to elevate climate ambitions in preparation for the upcoming COP29, taking place in Azerbaijan later this year.
