On April 3, 2025, Russian drone strikes in Kharkiv, Ukraine, caused at least three deaths and thirty-two injuries. On the same day, a Ukrainian drone strike in the Briansk region of Russia resulted in one death. On April 2, 2025, the Russia-Ukraine war saw multiple attacks, including strikes on Zaporizhia and Kryvyi Rih, and drone attacks on Kharkiv, alongside claims of downed drones and power outages.

On April 3, 2025, and continuing into April 4, Israeli airstrikes across Gaza resulted in at least 100 Palestinian deaths. One strike, on April 3, killed 31 and injured over 100, with the Israeli army claiming to have targeted a Hamas command post that hit a school sheltering displaced people; overnight strikes also caused at least 50 deaths.

On April 3, 2025, Israel launched a ground incursion and airstrikes on Syria, resulting in nine deaths in Syria’s southern province of Deraa. The Israeli army stated the operation in the Tasil area targeted gunmen, weapons, and terrorist infrastructure, drawing condemnation from various nations and criticism from the UN envoy for Syria.

On April 3, 2025, the Israeli army ordered the evacuation of parts of southern Gaza city. This followed the interception of a rocket fired from the enclave towards the kibbutz of Nahal Oz.

On April 2, 2025, Israeli airstrikes destroyed a UNRWA health center in Jabaliya, which was sheltering 160 displaced families, killing around 20 people, including 9 children. Israel claims the site was used to plan attacks.

On April 2, 2025, the Israeli army took control of a new strip of land across Gaza, called the "Morag route." Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel is "fragmenting the Gaza Strip" and increasing pressure to recover hostages.

On April 3, 2025, it was reported that the death toll from the Myanmar earthquake has surpassed 3,000, with hundreds still missing. This is an increase from previous reports of 2,056 deaths on March 31.

On April 2, 2025, China conducted large-scale military drills around Taiwan, simulating a blockade and precision strikes. The drills, named "Thunder in the Strait 2025-A," involved aircraft, ships, including the Shandong aircraft carrier, and live long-range fire as a response to President Lai Ching-te's policies.

Denmark plans to increase its defense budget to 3% of GDP by 2026, requiring an additional 120 billion Danish crowns (16 billion euros). This will be partially funded by a 59 billion crown budget surplus, with the government considering borrowing despite business criticism.

On April 3, 2025, India’s lower house of parliament passed a controversial bill to amend laws governing Muslim endowments worth more than $14bn. The waqf bill would add non-Muslims to boards and give the government a more significant role in validating land holdings, sparking opposition claims of unconstitutionality and fears of property confiscations.

On April 3, 2025, it was reported that Malaysia has suspended the latest search for missing flight MH370, which had resumed a couple of weeks prior. Families of passengers from China and Malaysia held a remembrance event commemorating the 10th anniversary of its disappearance in Subang Jaya, Malaysia.

Published on April 3rd, 2025, Spanish police seized 50kg of cocaine from a lorry destined for the UK.

On April 3, 2025, Hungary's government announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC) following Benjamin Netanyahu's arrival in Budapest, despite the ICC's arrest warrant. ICC judges stated there were reasonable grounds to believe Netanyahu and his former defence chief were criminally responsible for acts including murder, persecution and starvation in Gaza, leading to criticism from Germany's Foreign Minister.

On April 3, 2025, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed horror at the killing of 15 health and humanitarian workers. This raised concerns about possible war crimes by the Israeli army.

On April 3, 2025, it was reported that despite concessions to Russia by Donald Trump, peace talks are stalled. The agreement to halt strikes on infrastructure remains largely unimplemented.

On April 3-4, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio participated in a NATO ministerial meeting in Brussels, focusing on rebalancing funding and operational responsibilities. Rubio reassured European allies of U.S. support while urging NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of their GDP.

On April 3, 2025, Kirill Dmitriev, Putin's special economic envoy, reported a 'positive dynamic' in Moscow-Washington relations after meeting with U.S. administration members. He emphasized a positive and creative attitude despite the need for multiple meetings to resolve disputes.

On April 4, 2025, an internal investigation was opened regarding U.S. Defense Minister Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal messaging app before U.S. strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen. The investigation follows a request from the Senate Armed Services Committee members, after the matter was revealed on March 24.

On April 3rd, 2025, reports indicated that a senator criticized Pentagon officials over an alleged US troop drawdown in Europe.

On April 3rd, 2025, it was reported that Taïwan's authorities believe the popular cult surrounding Mazu, the sea goddess, is a tool used by Beijing to spread its ideas about the island's absorption into mainland China. The article highlights a temple in Hsinchu, Taiwan, dedicated to Mazu.

On April 3rd, 2025, a video report highlighted that an all-civilian crew completed an orbit of Earth from pole to pole in a SpaceX mission.

On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs targeting nearly all US trading partners, ranging from 10 percent to 49 percent, causing global alarm and retaliatory threats. Reports indicated that the US hadn’t erected such trade barriers since the imposition of the Hawley-Smoot tariffs in 1930, impacting various remote locations globally.

On April 3, 2025, French Minister Laurent Saint-Martin expressed hope for adjustments to the tariffs announced by Donald Trump within the next two weeks. Marine Le Pen criticized Trump's announcements, advocating for "intelligent protectionism."