One of the five Nobel Prizes, awarded for efforts to end conflict and promote human rights.
Two powerful earthquakes have struck near Caracas, killing thousands and injuring many more while triggering a major disaster response. The government reports rising tolls and widespread missing-persons amid damaged infrastructure and international aid efforts.
Myanmar's military government has reduced Aung San Suu Kyi's prison term to 18 years and will move her to a designated residence, not a release, as it seeks international legitimacy amid ongoing civil conflict and renewed amnesties for thousands of prisoners.
Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has been transferred from Zanjan prison to a Zanjan hospital after two loss-of-consciousness episodes and a severe cardiac crisis. Her family and lawyers have been warning that prison medical neglect is endangering her life and are appealing for transfer to Tehran specialists. Reports date from May 1–5, 2026.
Narges Mohammadi has been moved to Tehran for medical care after hospitalisation in Zanjan and is released on heavy bail, with supporters warning this is not a lasting solution while she faces a long prison term.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been released on heavy bail after health concerns intensified in prison. She has been transferred to Tehran for medical care, with doctors warning of further deterioration. Supporters say she must not return to prison conditions.
Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has been released from Pars Hospital after hospitalisation in May. She is under medical supervision and will receive daily outpatient therapy rather to guard her health while avoiding a return to prison.
The Prosperity Party has secured a decisive majority in the House of Peoples' Representatives, with 438 of 501 seats reported by the electoral board. Voting did not occur in Tigray, Amhara, and Oromia due to security concerns, while turnout was high in areas where voting occurred. The government frames the result as a mandate for stability and continued reforms, but opposition voices warn of fear and intimidation amid ongoing tensions and regional disputes.
A Tibetan activist identified as Lobga Rangzen has self-immolated outside the U.N. headquarters in New York, prompting investigations. Activists and exiled Tibetan media say he called for Tibetan independence. Authorities are investigating the incident and have not released a motive.
The Moscow Times reports that in 2021 Russia began enforcing its “foreign agent” law, designating Ponomaryov and later two exile groups as foreign agents; he has been fined repeatedly and was sentenced to 5.5 years after extradition or reentry. Monetochka, designated a foreign agent in 2023, faces similar charges and has been placed on a wanted list after 2024 fines. Across Russia, many activists, journalists and cultural figures have been labeled foreign agents since 2012.