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Ukraine Seeks Stronger Support After Stalled Ceasefire Talks with Russia
Prisoner exchange agreed but no breakthrough at meeting as Keir Starmer says Moscow’s position ‘clearly unacceptable’ and EU readies new sanctions. What we know on day 1,179
Russia and Ukraine Engage in Talks Amidst Ongoing Conflict
ISTANBUL: Russia and Ukraine agreed a large-scale prisoner exchange, said they would trade ideas on a possible...
Trial of Former NHL Players Transitions to Judge-Only After Jury Dismissal Amidst Controversy
The jury was dismissed Friday in the trial of five former NHLers accused of sexual assault, which will now be a judge-only trial.
Trump Administration Proposes Controversial Plan to Relocate Palestinians to Libya
Details are murky, but the plan is under serious enough consideration that the administration has discussed it with Libyan leadership.
Georgia Woman on Life Support Due to Anti-Abortion Laws
According to Smith's family, her doctors said they can not remove life support because Georgia's abortion laws forbid abortion after cardiac activity is detected in the fetus.
Historic Talks on the Bosphorus: Ukraine and Russia Meet for the First Time Since March 2022
The talks lasted just over 90 minutes and there were few signs of any progress on ending the war.
Israeli Air Force Strikes Houthi-Controlled Ports in Yemen Amid Escalating Tensions
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed further strikes after the series of Houthi missile attacks this week.
Israeli Assault on North Gaza Claims Nearly 100 Lives, Including Children
It marks the largest ground assault on north Gaza since Israel resumed its offensive in March.
Russia and Ukraine Hold Brief Peace Talks in Istanbul with Little Progress
Russian and Ukrainian negotiators met in Istanbul on Friday at their first direct peace talks in more than three years, under pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to end Europe's deadliest conflict since the Second World War.
Murder of Social Media Influencer Valeria Márquez Shocks Mexico Amid Rising Violence
Valeria Márquez, 23, was likely murdered by a hit man during a livestream on TikTok, Mexican prosecutors said.
US Approves $225 Million AMRAAM Missile Sale to Turkey, Raising Alarms in India
The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency has cleared the sale of 53 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAMs to Turkey along with guidance systems, reprogramming gear and logistics support. The AMRAAM, a radar-guided beyond-visual-range missile, is combat-proven and was previously used by Pakistani F-16s in the 2019 India-Pakistan air skirmish
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Istanbul meeting between lower-ranking officials comes after Vladimir Putin snubbed Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Proposed US Tax on Remittances Raises Concerns Among Indian Diaspora
A new Republican bill backed by Donald Trump proposes a five per cent tax on all remittances sent abroad by non-citizens — a move that could heavily impact the Indian diaspora in the US. With over $32 billion sent to India from the US last year, will this tax hit families and students the hardest?
Gaza Faces Humanitarian Catastrophe as Israeli Airstrikes Continue
Middle East News: Over two days, Israeli airstrikes killed 120 people in Gaza, including 54 in Khan Younis. Amid the ongoing conflict, Gaza’s only cancer hospital shut
One in Five in Gaza Face Famine as Israel’s Blockade Continues: Understanding Starvation's Effects
One in five in Gaza face famine as Israel’s blockade continues. What does starvation do to the human body?
Tragic Death of Influencer During TikTok Livestream Sparks Outrage in Mexico
MEXICO CITY: A young Mexican social media influencer, known for her videos about beauty and makeup, was brazenly shot to death during a TikTok livestream, in an incident that sent shockwaves through a country that faces high levels of gender-based violence. The death of Valeria Marquez, 23, is being invest
New Covid Wave In Asia Raises Concerns for Health Authorities
New Covid Wave In Asia: In Hong Kong, the virus' activity has reached a "quite high" level. The surge in cases has signalled a resurgent wave across Asia.
Russian Military Shake-Up: Putin Dismisses Chief of Land Forces General Oleg Salyukov
The Kremlin denies that the firing of General Oleg Salyukov was in any way related to poor performance on the battlefields of Ukraine.
Proposed US Bill Could Impose 5% Remittance Tax on Non-Citizens, Impacting Indian Diaspora
India News: A proposed US bill, dubbed 'The One Big Beautiful Bill,' threatens to impose a 5% remittance tax on non-US citizens, including H-1B and green card hol
Palestinians Mark 'Nakba' Amid Ongoing Violence and Displacement
Israel’s military killed five Palestinians in the occupied West Bank on Thursday, hours after a pregnant Israeli settler was killed in a shooting.
Controversy Surrounds Trump and Qatar's $400 Million Jet Gift
US News: Amid a major row over President Donald Trump possibly getting a $400 million Boeing Jet from Qatar as a gift, it has now been revealed that the Qatari.
Tragic Death of Mexican Influencer Valeria Marquez During Live Stream Raises Concerns Over Femicide
Mexican beauty influencer Valeria Marquez was shot and killed on camera during a TikTok live stream.
Tragic Shooting of Pregnant Woman in West Bank Sparks Outrage and Violence
After the shooting in the West Bank, doctors were able to save the baby, a boy, who was taken to a neonatal intensive care unit.
Indian Academic Badar Khan Suri Released from Detention After Court Order
Badar Khan Suri, an Indian academic and Georgetown visiting scholar, shared his horror about US immigration detention, saying his entire body was "chained" and he "even missed his shadow". Suri, a former Jamia Milia Islamia student, was released from ICE detention following a federal judge's order.
Iran Open to Nuclear Deal with U.S. Under Strict Conditions
In return, Iran demands the immediate lifting of all economic sanctions. When asked if Iran would sign an agreement today if these conditions were met, Shamkhani replied, "Yes."
Escalating Violence in Gaza: Airstrikes Claim More Lives Amid Ongoing Conflict
A hospital in southern Gaza says 54 people have been killed in overnight airstrikes on the city of Khan Younis.
Outrage in Balochistan Following Discovery of Student's Body Amidst Systematic Violence
The killing of Fahad Lehri, a young Baloch student, has sparked grief and outrage across Balochistan, highlighting Pakistan's continued use of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in the region.
Escalation in Gaza: Death Toll Rises Amid Ongoing Bombardments
At least 82 people have been killed in Israeli strikes and shelling on Gaza since dawn, according to the rescuers.
Zelenskyy Critiques Russian Delegation as 'Theatre Prop' Ahead of Istanbul Talks
Volodymyr Zelenskyy challenged Putin to meet him in person in Istanbul, but the Russian president will skip the talks
Trump's Acceptance of Qatari Jet Raises Ethical Concerns Amidst Allegations of Corruption
The US President argues that the plane would be for the country, not him personally. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Why India Could Not Stop IMF Bailout to Pakistan
As one of 25 member groups on the IMF board, India's influence at the fund is limited, say experts.
Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Hospital Raise Controversy Over Medical Facilities in Conflict
Aid groups and U.N. investigations have accused Israel of aiming to destroy Gaza’s health infrastructure. Israel says it is forced to strike hospitals it says are used by Hamas for military purposes.
World Health Organization Announces Significant Cuts Amid U.S. Funding Reductions
Washington never paid its 2024 dues and is not expected to pay in 2025.
Israeli Airstrikes Claim Lives of Dozens in Northern Gaza Amid Escalating Conflict
Israel on Wednesday ordered residents to flee parts of Gaza City ahead of more attacks.
Tragic Death of Young Influencer Valeria Márquez Highlights Mexico's Ongoing Gender Violence Crisis
Death of Valeria Márquez, 23, being investigated as femicide, says Jalisco state prosecutor
Trump and Putin Remain Non-Committal Ahead of Ukrainian Peace Talks
The Russian president, who first suggested talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, has not yet responded to Volodymyr Zelenskyy's offer to meet face-to-face to discuss peace.
UN Aid Chief Urges Action to Prevent Genocide in Gaza Amid Escalating Violence
Tom Fletcher, a top UN aid chief, accused Israel of "deliberately" and "unashamedly" imposing inhumane conditions on civilians in Gaza — something which Israel denies.
Kemi Badenoch's Team Admits Flaws in Post-Brexit Migration Plan
In response tonight, the Tories insisted that Chris Philp was not saying the Tories did not have a plan for how to handle asylum seekers post Brexit.
Intensifying Israeli Airstrikes Result in High Casualty Rates in Gaza Amid Trump's Middle East Visit
Israeli military strikes killed at least 70 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, local health authorities said, in an intensification of the bombardment as U.S. President Donald Trump visits the Middle East.