Asia Lebanon Bridges in the south of the country were targeted by Israeli strikes as - they say - Hezbollah is using bridges to move fighters and weapons into the south; Lebanese authorities said Israel’s strikes killed over 1.000 people and displaced one million
Africa Madagascar The president of the Refoundation party dissolved the government amid growing criticism and strong expectations for change; until a new prime minister will be appointed, the interim will be handled by the secretaries-general of each ministry
Oceania Tonga A one-off public holiday will be observed today 12 March 2026 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Queen Salote College, a leading all-girls Christian secondary school; date recalls birthday of Queen Sālote Tupou III, on 13 March
America Chile A major expedition to the Atacama Trench has documented deep-sea biodiversity, including possible new species, and geological fault evidence linked to historic earthquakes - Scientists Chile revealed
Europe Vatican City The Pontifical Academy for Life launched “Scientists for peace”, an international appeal to all scientists, researchers, and academics to focus on peace and enact activities across the world, as current violence also limits scientific research
Europe Slovakia Housing completions dropped in 2025 and new construction remained well below long-term levels according to latest official figures
Asia Oman Fuel supplies remain stable across the Sultanate, Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals confirmed, adding that petroleum products are available in all governorates, notwithstanding the drone attack on Salalah Port earlier in the day
Africa Republic of the Congo Preparing for elections on 15 March, Congolese law enforcement will maintain a heightened presence, strict posture, blockades and road closures expecting significant public movement during voting hours; President Nguesso, 82, is seeking a 5th term
Africa Sudan Sudan’s army in White Nile State warned of the risks posed by unexploded ordnance in residential areas following a series of drone attacks by the Rapid Support Forces in the city of Kosti, calling for terror listing for the organization
America Bolivia Political relations have shifted in Bolivia as President Rodrigo Paz has moved closer to the US by restoring diplomatic ties, inviting the DEA back, and seeking technology and mining investments after two decades of tension under former leader Evo Morales
Oceania Micronesia The First Lady of FSM, Madam Ancelly Simina, joined women leaders and community members in Chuuk State to commemorate International Women’s Day; This year’s celebration also marked the 16th anniversary of the establishment of the Chuuk Women’s Council
Europe Belarus Raman Svirydzenka has claimed gold in the cross-country skiing men’s sprint classic - LW2-LW9 categories (standing with limb impairments) - at the 2026 Paralympics in Italy, competing under Belarus flag
Africa Gambia A special court dedicated to handling sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) cases will be established in the Gambia, marking a landmark development in the country’s justice system
Africa Algeria On the occasion of International Women's Day, General Saïd Chanegriha presided over an Iftar ceremony in honour of female personnel, military and civilian, of the Ministry of National Defence, and female executives from the constituted bodies