At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti's historic Citadelle Laferriere
At least 30 people have died in a stampede at the Citadelle Laferriere, a UNESCO World Heritage site in northern Haiti, during an annual Easter gathering on April 11, 2026.The incident occurred near the entrance to the historic fortress in the town of Milot, which was crowded with students and visitors attending the event.The stampede was exacerbated by heavy rain, which contributed to the chaos at the site.Jean Henri Petit, head of civil protection for Haiti's Nord department, confirmed the death toll and warned it could rise.Culture Minister Emmanuel Menard also confirmed the deaths and said rescue teams are searching... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Apr 2026 18:00 LONDON
Putin announces unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine coinciding with Orthodox Easter celebrations
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a unilateral ceasefire scheduled to begin on Saturday at 16:00 and conclude on Sunday at midnight, coinciding with Orthodox Easter celebrations. This announcement marks an escalation in the complex dynamics of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, following a rejected ceasefire proposal from Ukraine ahead of the holiday. Putin's move is interpreted as a strategic decision, intended to assert Russia's control over the timing of peace efforts. The ceasefire is aimed at creating a short pause in fighting, though skepticism remains regarding its potential effectiveness. The new ceasefire declaration comes amidst a backdrop of continuous... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Apr 2026 15:13 LONDON
