The IDF carried out an airstrike in southern Lebanon targeting a concealed Hezbollah rocket launcher, also killing a Hezbollah operative.

On May 4, 2026, Afghanistan accused Pakistan of launching cross-border attacks into its Kunar province, leading to civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.

The planned visit of President Lai Ching-te to Eswatini was called off after Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar rescinded their flight permits, following reported economic coercion by China.

China's Ministry of Commerce took action by issuing an injunction against U.S. sanctions targeting five Chinese refineries, including Hengli Petrochemical and several 'teapot' refineries, for alleged purchases of Iranian oil.

An explosion at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, Hunan Province caused unspecified casualties, prompting a government-led investigation and rescue efforts.

The People's Liberation Army has increased its naval activities around the Taiwan Strait with seven military vessels accompanied by three public service ships.

Approximately 100 Chinese fishing vessels have been spotted near the Northern Limit Line in the East Sea, prompting South Korea's Coast Guard to deploy a large patrol ship to prevent illegal fishing activities.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for a unified strategy from Western allies addressing the future of Iran after recent military actions led to the death of Iran's supreme leader.

Direct negotiations between the United States and Iran have started in Islamabad, facilitated by Pakistan, with high-level officials from both countries participating.

Large-scale coordinated attacks were carried out in Mali, escalating security concerns in the West African region, where French military forces have an established presence.

The Mexican authorities captured Audias Flores, a prominent cartel leader, after extensive investigation efforts.

An INPEC vehicle transporting inmates was attacked by armed individuals in Cesar, Colombia, leading to injuries and vehicle damage.

Prime Minister Mark Carney's attendance at the European Political Community Summit in Armenia marks a significant diplomatic engagement, especially as he is the first non-European leader to attend the event.

The Brazilian Supreme Court has taken over jurisdiction from the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) regarding certain pre-candidate disputes.

An explosion occurred at a residence in Frenchay, resulting in two fatalities and injuring three individuals, including a child. The incident is under investigation and treated as suspicious by the police.

In the early hours of 2 May 2026, a drive-by shooting occurred in Brixton, south London, where four individuals were injured. The Metropolitan Police are treating it as an act of indiscriminate violence.

Zelenskyy met with UK Prime Minister Starmer to discuss ongoing Western support for Ukraine amidst increasing international focus on the Iran conflict.

Five Ethiopian nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks in Johannesburg on May 3, 2026. Three of the victims were targeted at a McDonald's, and another at a local shopping center.

A yellow level 2 weather warning has been issued by the South African Weather Service for severe thunderstorms in Gauteng, southern Mpumalanga, central and eastern North West, extreme southwestern Limpopo, and western KwaZulu-Natal.

Germany extended its additional border checks until September 2026, after being initially set to end on March 15.

French authorities conducted several operations to rescue 94 migrants attempting to cross the English Channel to the UK between Tuesday night and Wednesday.

Germany initiated a plan to invest over €1.3 billion in upgrading its defense infrastructure, focusing on the North Sea port of Bremerhaven to improve military readiness.

A Saudi citizen was arrested for deliberately crashing into a security patrol vehicle in Asir, and the incident is under investigation.

Ukrainian military executed a drone attack targeting a key Russian oil infrastructure, the Transneft-Privolga Samara station, resulting in substantial damage and a large fire.

Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, stopping the passage of oil tankers.