Russia and Ukraine Swap 146 Prisoners in Latest Exchange
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners each in a UAE-mediated swap, including Kursk region residents. Istanbul talks set sights on 1,200 prisoner exchanges.
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Egypt Sends Fresh Aid to Gaza After UN-Backed Body Declares Famine
Egypt has sent a fresh convoy of flour, fuel and medicine into Gaza after a UN-backed body confirmed famine, amid stalled deliveries and mounting humanitarian needs.
Ukraine Marks Independence Day Amid Drone Strike and Rising Tensions
As Ukraine marks its Independence Day, President Zelenskyy vows to fight for a just peace amid a drone strike on Russia’s Kursk nuclear plant and rising diplomatic tensions.
Duma Chair Volodin to Visit the Chinese Mainland for Key Parliamentary Talks
Russian State Duma chairman Vyacheslav Volodin will lead a delegation to the Chinese mainland Aug 25-26 for the 10th China-Russia parliamentary cooperation meeting.
Israel Advances Gaza City Offensive Amid Rising Famine Toll
Israeli forces intensify their offensive on Gaza City as famine-related deaths in the enclave surge, deepening the humanitarian crisis and sparking global concern.
Canadian PM Mark Carney Pledges CAD 2B in Military Aid for Ukraine
In Kyiv, Canadian PM Mark Carney unveiled a CAD 2B military aid package for Ukraine, funding armored vehicles, air defense gear, drones, and electronic warfare capabilities.
Khamenei Denounces US “Obedience” Demands, Rejects Direct Talks
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei rejects US “obedience” demands and direct talks, urging national unity and denouncing Israel’s Gaza campaign amid regional tensions.
Ramaphosa, Europe step up talks on Russia-Ukraine peace
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa engaged European leaders in talks to boost peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, calling for urgent summit meetings.
Russian Forces Push Further in Donetsk as South Africa Urges Peace Talks
Russian forces advanced in Donetsk region, capturing settlements including Kleban-Byk, while South Africa’s President Ramaphosa calls for Ukraine-Russia peace summit.
Shots at NYC Back-to-School Game Leave One Dead, Four Injured
A back-to-school basketball game at Haffen Park in New York City ended in tragedy as gunfire left one person dead and four wounded. Four suspects are in custody.