Ukraine and Russia Gear Up for Major POW Exchange Amid Accusations
Ukraine and Russia prepare for a large-scale POW exchange after days of mutual accusations, aiming for the conflict’s biggest swap and the return of fallen soldiers’ remains.
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Netanyahu Confirms Arming Gaza Clans to Challenge Hamas
Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed that Israel has provided weapons to local Gaza clans opposing Hamas, a move drawing criticism as Gaza faces a severe humanitarian crisis.
UN Slams US-Led Gaza Aid Plan as ‘Recipe for Disaster’
UN condemns a US-led food aid scheme in Gaza as unsafe and demands an independent probe after deadly distribution chaos across militarized sites.
Istanbul Talks Yield Humanitarian Progress in Ukraine-Russia Dialogue
Istanbul talks between Ukraine and Russia conclude with humanitarian progress: prisoner swaps, body returns and ceasefire proposals ahead of the next June round.
Hamas Ready for Gaza Ceasefire Talks Amid Expanding Ground Offensive
Hamas says it’s ready for indirect Gaza ceasefire talks as Israel widens its ground offensive and mediators Qatar and Egypt intensify peace efforts.
China Calls for Urgent, Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza
China’s UN envoy Fu Cong urges an immediate, lasting ceasefire in Gaza after over 1,000 civilian deaths, calling for urgent humanitarian relief.
Gaza’s Arable Land Plummets Below 5%, UN Sounds Alarm on Food Security
UN report: Gaza’s cropland is down to 4.6% usable, endangering food supply and livelihoods.
Tragic Toll: Gaza Strike Kills Nine Children of Pediatrician Alaa al-Najjar
An Israeli air strike on Dr. Alaa al-Najjar’s Gaza home killed nine of her ten children while she was treating patients at al-Tahrir hospital.
Russia and Ukraine Complete Largest Prisoner Exchange with 303 Freed Each
Russia and Ukraine completed the largest prisoner swap yet, trading 303 people each under an Istanbul agreement, marking the 65th exchange since 2022.
China Calls for Urgent Global Action to Protect Civilians in War Zones
China has urged urgent global action at a UN Security Council debate to protect civilians in armed conflicts, highlighting the human stories behind wartime statistics.