Zelenskyy Presses Allies for More Missiles Amid Escalating Strikes
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has pressed US and French leaders for additional missiles and air defense as Russia ramps up strikes and global focus shifts.
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Two-Year Wait Ends: Gaza Hostages to Be Freed in Landmark Swap
Hostages held by Hamas since 2023 are set to be released in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees as Trump declares the ‘war is over’ and global leaders meet in Egypt.
UN Condemns Second Israeli Drone Strike Near Peacekeepers in Lebanon
UNIFIL denounces a second Israeli drone attack near its peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, calling it a breach of resolution 1701 and a threat to regional stability.
French PM Lecornu Scrambles to Build Government Ahead of Budget Deadline
French PM Sebastien Lecornu races against time to form a government after a key ally pulled out, aiming to pass the 2026 budget amid political deadlock and debt pressure.
Israel Poised to Receive All Hostages, Netanyahu Says
PM Netanyahu says Israel is ready to welcome all captured hostages, marking a possible humanitarian breakthrough amid ongoing tensions.
Israel Aims to Dismantle Gaza Tunnel Network After Hostage Release
Israel plans to destroy Hamas’s remaining Gaza tunnels under a U.S.-led mechanism once hostages are freed, marking the next phase of the U.S.-backed ceasefire plan.
Pakistan Shuts Key Border Crossings After Fire Exchange with Afghanistan
Pakistan closed major border crossings with Afghanistan after exchanges of fire and artillery hit frontier posts, raising trade and security concerns.
Ishiba’s 6,000-Word Call to Face History on WWII 80th Anniversary
Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba’s 6,000-word personal message on the 80th WWII anniversary calls for facing the past with courage, warns against nationalism, and ignites debate within the LDP.
Iran’s FM Signals Readiness for Fair Talks with Washington
Iran FM signals readiness for fair talks with Washington on nuclear deal and sanctions, marking a potential shift in global energy and diplomacy.
U.S. Shutdown Shakes CDC, Flights and Military Pay
U.S. shutdown forces CDC to cut 130 disease experts, air traffic staff shortages spark flight delays, and Trump orders military pay amid the stalemate.