A federal judge rules in favor of the Associated Press, ordering the White House to restore revoked access credentials, emphasizing press freedom amid security protocol debates. The decision marks a pivotal moment in balancing security with media rights, reflecting ongoing tensions between government measures and journalistic access.
China’s judicial bodies will handle the case of three Filipinos arrested for espionage, as confirmed by spokesperson Lin Jian. The Philippine consulate has engaged with the detainees multiple times, while the local government raises concerns over the validity of confessions. Diplomatic discussions continue between the two nations as tensions persist.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticizes the U.S. embassy for a “weak” response to a Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that killed 18 people, including nine children.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with British and French military leaders in Kyiv to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s military and post-war support strategies, reporting “tangible progress” after the talks.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un test-fired a newly developed sniper rifle while visiting special forces, highlighting enhanced combat readiness and weapon capabilities. Kim’s visit follows reports of North Korean troop deployment to Russia.
A major earthquake on March 28 in Myanmar has resulted in over 3,300 deaths, destroying infrastructure and injuring over 4,500 individuals. State media confirmed the figures and the United Nations aid chief urged for international support to aid the disaster-struck country. Rescue and relief operations are ongoing, with local and international efforts focused on providing medical care and rebuilding efforts.
Three Filipino nationals were arrested in Beijing for alleged espionage, causing concern among Philippine officials as those detained were described as ordinary citizens with no military background. Tensions rise amid ongoing maritime disputes between China and the Philippines.
A Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, resulted in 18 deaths, including nine children, and injured over 40 people. The attack destroyed residential buildings near a children’s playground, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the city since the 2022 invasion.
South Korea’s Constitutional Court removed President Yoon Suk-yeol from office on April 3, 2025, upholding his impeachment over the imposition of martial law. The unanimous decision marked a historic moment in South Korean politics, ending months of turmoil triggered by Yoon’s declaration of martial law in December 2024, which led to one of the country’s worst political crises.
China has arrested three Filipino nationals on suspicion of espionage, claiming to have dismantled an intelligence network linked to the Philippines. The arrests come amid escalating tensions between the two countries over maritime disputes in the South China Sea. The identities of the suspects remain undisclosed as China investigates further.