Armed conflicts and attacks
Yemeni Civil War (2014–present)
Yemen officials say that at least 20 members of the Arab coalition have landed in Aden on a 'reconnaissance' mission. (AP via UT San Diego)
Moro insurgency in the Philippines
Fugitive Abdul Basit Usman dies in a clash in Mindanao. (Rappler)
Disasters and accidents
At least eighteen people are killed in a traffic accident in Afghanistan's Badghis Province. (TOLO News)
Italy reports nearly 4,100 migrants were rescued off the Libyan coast with more rescues expected as people smugglers take advantage of the safe conditions. (Reuters via Daily Mail) (Reuters)
April 2015 Nepal earthquake
Kathmandu International Airport closes to large aircraft flying in relief because its runway can no longer stand the strain.(AP)
The death toll from the earthquake passes 7000 and is expected to rise much higher. (Reuters via ABC News Australia)