**Marcos Jr treads a fine line over military ties as he heads to US**
Philippines president has tilted towards US since taking office a year ago, but is keeping Beijing close.
**What are the implications of Sudan’s fighting for Egypt?**
Egypt is on edge as Sudan is embroiled in conflict.
**Fighting continues in Sudan despite new ceasefire extension**
Despite warnings of slide towards civil war, rival military forces accuse each other of new violations of the ceasefire.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/30/sudan-sides-trade-blame-fight-on-despite-ceasefire
**Pope says Vatican involved in Ukraine, Russia peace mission**
The pope's comment comes hours after Moscow said its forces have advanced in the front-line city of Bakhmut.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/30/pope-says-vatican-involve-in-ukraine-russia-peace-mission
**Armed attack kills 10 in Ecuador port of Guayaquil**
Three people have also been wounded in the shooting including a five-year-old girl, police say.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/30/armed-attack-kills-10-in-ecuador-port-guayaquil
**Haaland scores landmark 50th goal of season as Man City go top**
City striker becomes first player in English top-flight football to score 50 goals in all competitions since 1931.
**Polls open in Paraguay elections, with Taiwan ties in the balance**
Ruling Colorado Party's Santiago Pena takes on political veteran Efrain Alegre in presidential race.
**Amid the Sudan crisis, an information battle**
Alongside the fighting in Sudan, there’s a battle of narratives. Plus, racist rhetoric in Tunisia.
**Sudan fighting in its 15th day: A list of key events**
Explosions and gunfire continue despite a 72-hour ceasefire; the UN says violence could escalate in West Darfur.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/29/sudan-fighting-in-its-15th-day-a-list-of-key-events
**A scramble for Africa’s gas and critical minerals. Who wins?**
Europe is turning to Africa's gas, while the US, China and Russia are racing for economic influence on the continent.
**Sperm donor who fathered at least 550 kids banned by Dutch court**
Court says under Dutch guidelines, sperm donors are allowed to produce a maximum of 25 children with 12 mothers.
**For Syrians in Sudan, returning home is not an option**
Syrians fled to Sudan to avoid the war in their country. The prospect of going back is not one they want to consider.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/29/for-syrians-sudan-returning-home-not-option
**Crimea fuel tank blaze likely drone attack, Moscow official says**
Russian-installed Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev says on Telegram that a huge blaze broke out in Sevastopol.
**Reported Ukraine drone strike ignites major fuel blaze on Crimea**
Huge fire broke out at a fuel depot in Sevastopol city on the peninsula where Russia's Black Sea Fleet is based.
**Saudi Arabia, Iran to reopen embassies ‘within days’: Minister**
Announcement comes after the two countries agreed to restore diplomatic relations during talks in China last month.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/29/saudi-iran-to-reopen-embassies-within-days-minister
**US Army temporarily grounds pilots after spate of fatal crashes**
The suspension of non-critical air operations is effective immediately as pilots must undergo training, Army says.
**Canadian prime minister slams ‘authoritarianism’ in Russia, China**
In a speech, Justin Trudeau called on 'like-minded democracies' to use economic incentives to combat authoritarianism.
**Florida clears way for DeSantis to seek presidency while governor**
US state passes bill that allows Governor Ron DeSantis to run for president without resigning from his current position.
**Peru sends forces to Chile border where hundreds stranded**
People seeking to leave Chile amid increase in restrictions have been stuck in extreme climate with few supplies.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/4/28/peru-sends-forces-to-chile-border-where-hundreds-stranded
**How are Sudan’s resources linked to the conflict?**
Sudanese people are suffering the consequences of all-out conflict between the army and a rival paramilitary force.