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, but the Kremlin later announced he would......
During a visit to Doha, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Qatar Airways had placed a record-breaking order for 160 Boeing aircraft, marking a major milestone for the American aerospace firm. The White House confirmed that this is the largest order ever for Boeing's wide-body jets. According to an official fact sheet, Qatar Airways......
Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic Church, made a firm commitment on May 14 to dedicate himself to peace efforts globally. He expressed the Vatican’s willingness to serve as a mediator in international conflicts, emphasizing that war is "never inevitable." Having been elected just a week earlier to succeed......
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has voiced his disapproval over the UK's invitation to Donald Trump for a second state visit, arguing that it undermines Canada's efforts to present a unified stance against Trump's rhetoric on annexing Canada. Since taking office, Trump has repeatedly suggested that Canada should become the......
After more than 35 years in prison for the 1989 murders of their parents, Lyle and Erik Menendez may soon be eligible for parole following a California judge's decision to reduce their sentences. On Tuesday, Judge Michael Jesic modified their punishment from life without parole to 50 years to life, making them immediately eligible to apply......
In the days leading up to a surprise ceasefire between the U.S. and the Houthis, U.S. intelligence picked up signs that the Yemeni fighters were seeking an exit after enduring seven weeks of intense U.S. airstrikes, according to four U.S. officials. Houthi leaders began reaching out to U.S. allies in the Middle East in early May, signaling......
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has emphasized that he will only attend peace talks with Russia in Istanbul this week if Russian President Vladimir Putin is also present. Zelenskiy challenged Putin, claiming that the Russian leader is afraid to meet him face-to-face. The Kremlin has not confirmed whether Putin will attend the scheduled......
US President Donald Trump landed in Qatar on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, marking the second stop of his Gulf tour. His arrival at Doha International Airport drew attention amid growing controversy over a Boeing 747-8 reportedly gifted to him by the Qatari royal family. The aircraft is said to serve as a temporary replacement for his presidential......
U.S. President Donald Trump met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia on May 14, urging him to establish ties with Israel, following a U.S. decision to lift all sanctions on Syria's government. The meeting took place before a summit between the United States and Gulf Arab nations. Photos shown on Saudi state television......
The United Nations has announced its agenda for April, highlighting key discussions in the Security Council under France’s presidency. A significant topic will be the Sahara issue, which will be discussed during a closed-door consultation on April 14. The session will include a briefing by the UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy......