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For the first time since 2022, Ukraine and Russia are set to engage in direct peace talks, although both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not be in attendance. The summit, scheduled for Thursday in Istanbul, was proposed by Putin without preconditions,......
The United Nations' aviation authority has concluded that Russia is responsible for the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, which resulted in the deaths of all 298 people on board. The aircraft, en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, was struck by a Russian-made BUK missile over the......
In his first Sunday noon blessing from Saint Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV made a heartfelt plea for global peace, calling for an end to the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. From the iconic loggia, the newly elected pope declared, “No more war!” as he urged an immediate ceasefire in Gaza,......
The United States is preparing to finalize a significant arms deal with Saudi Arabia, valued at over $100 billion, according to a Reuters report citing six informed sources. This move comes in anticipation of former President Donald Trump's upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab......
Italy has implemented an extensive security plan ahead of Pope Francis' funeral, scheduled for Saturday at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, where over 200,000 faithful and numerous heads of state and government are expected. To ensure safety, 4,000 police officers will be deployed across Rome,......
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in South Africa on Thursday for high-level discussions with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The talks aim to enhance bilateral cooperation and explore pathways to end Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. Zelenskiy’s visit comes amid intensified diplomatic......
Pope Francis passed away on Monday morning at the age of 88 in the Vatican, marking the end of a papacy defined by compassion, reform, and global outreach. Known for his popularity among believers and his efforts to modernize the Catholic Church, he faced significant resistance from within its ranks. Cardinal......
Following the end of a short-lived Easter ceasefire, Russia launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks against Ukraine, according to Ukrainian sources. Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted 42 drones, while another 47 were redirected using electronic warfare. Despite initial calls......
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that North Korea and other Moscow-aligned nations, including BRICS members, should participate in negotiations for a ceasefire in Ukraine. According to Russian state media, he also proposed placing Ukraine under a "temporary administration" as......
At least three people, including a five-year-old child, lost their lives after Russia launched a series of drone attacks on Kyiv overnight Sunday, according to Ukrainian officials and emergency responders. The assault on Ukraine’s capital occurred just before ceasefire negotiations in Saudi Arabia,......
The United States has agreed to restart military assistance and intelligence sharing with Ukraine following Kyiv’s willingness to accept a 30-day ceasefire in its ongoing conflict with Russia. In a joint statement issued after a meeting in Saudi Arabia, both nations acknowledged Ukraine’s......
A network of Telegram channels with ties to Russia has been actively encouraging UK residents to commit violent acts against mosques and Muslims in exchange for cryptocurrency, according to campaign groups. These channels have already been associated with real-world incidents, including Islamophobic......
North Korea has conducted a strategic cruise missile test in the Yellow Sea, a drill that, according to Pyongyang, showcases its ability to retaliate against threats. The test, carried out on Wednesday, was observed by leader Kim Jong Un, as reported by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The missiles......
