Larry Lee
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Putin Visits Kursk, Orders Swift Defeat of Ukrainian Forces Ahead of Ceasefire Talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to the Kursk region on Tuesday for the first time since Ukrainian forces seized territory there last August, calling for the immediate defeat of remaining Ukrainian troops as peace negotiations between Russia and the United States approach. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to the Kursk region on Tuesday for the first time since Ukrainian forces seized territory there last August, calling for the immediate defeat of remaining Ukrainian troops as peace negotiations between Russia and the United States approach. -
Ukraine’s Foothold in Russia Collapses as Moscow Recaptures Kursk Region
Ukrainian forces appeared to be withdrawing from their last foothold in Russia's Kursk region on Wednesday, as Russian troops advanced and reclaimed the town of Sudzha, marking the collapse of Kyiv's cross-border incursion into Russian territory. Videos shared by Kremlin-affiliated military bloggers showed Russian soldiers raising the national flag in Sudzha's central square, while Moscow's defense ministry declared continued victories over Ukrainian forces in the region. 
Ukrainian forces appeared to be withdrawing from their last foothold in Russia's Kursk region on Wednesday, as Russian troops advanced and reclaimed the town of Sudzha, marking the collapse of Kyiv's cross-border incursion into Russian territory. Videos shared by Kremlin-affiliated military bloggers showed Russian soldiers raising the national flag in Sudzha's central square, while Moscow's defense ministry declared continued victories over Ukrainian forces in the region. -
Pakistan Military Battles Baloch Militants in Train Hijacking Standoff
Pakistani security forces continued a high-stakes operation Wednesday to rescue more than 300 hostages held by separatist militants after a passenger train was hijacked in Balochistan province. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), the insurgent group behind the attack, claimed responsibility and demanded a prisoner swap, while authorities reported dozens of militant casualties in the ongoing battle. 
Pakistani security forces continued a high-stakes operation Wednesday to rescue more than 300 hostages held by separatist militants after a passenger train was hijacked in Balochistan province. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), the insurgent group behind the attack, claimed responsibility and demanded a prisoner swap, while authorities reported dozens of militant casualties in the ongoing battle. -
Russian Captain Arrested After Collision Between Cargo Ship and U.S. Military Tanker in North Sea
A Russian national was the captain of the cargo ship Solong that collided with the U.S.-registered tanker Stena Immaculate off the coast of England, igniting a fire and spilling jet fuel into the North Sea. British authorities arrested the 59-year-old captain on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter. The incident, which took place near the port of Hull on Monday, has triggered an environmental and maritime safety investigation, though officials have stated there is no immediate sign of foul play. 
A Russian national was the captain of the cargo ship Solong that collided with the U.S.-registered tanker Stena Immaculate off the coast of England, igniting a fire and spilling jet fuel into the North Sea. British authorities arrested the 59-year-old captain on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter. The incident, which took place near the port of Hull on Monday, has triggered an environmental and maritime safety investigation, though officials have stated there is no immediate sign of foul play. -
Kyiv Backs U.S.-Proposed 30-Day Ceasefire; Ball Now in Russia’s Court
Ukraine agreed Tuesday to a U.S.-brokered proposal for an immediate 30-day ceasefire with Russia, a potentially significant diplomatic breakthrough after nearly three years of war, contingent upon Moscow's acceptance. The agreement was reached during eight hours of high-level talks in the Saudi city of Jeddah, where U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio led the American delegation. 
Ukraine agreed Tuesday to a U.S.-brokered proposal for an immediate 30-day ceasefire with Russia, a potentially significant diplomatic breakthrough after nearly three years of war, contingent upon Moscow's acceptance. The agreement was reached during eight hours of high-level talks in the Saudi city of Jeddah, where U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio led the American delegation. -
Russian Forces Recapture 100 Square Kilometers in Kursk as Ukrainian Positions Crumble
Russian forces made significant territorial gains on Tuesday, recapturing more than 100 square kilometers and 12 villages in the Kursk region, according to Russia's Defense Ministry, intensifying pressure on Ukrainian troops who have maintained a foothold on Russian soil since last summer. 
Russian forces made significant territorial gains on Tuesday, recapturing more than 100 square kilometers and 12 villages in the Kursk region, according to Russia's Defense Ministry, intensifying pressure on Ukrainian troops who have maintained a foothold on Russian soil since last summer. -
Moscow Hit by Deadliest Drone Strike
Russia's defense forces shot down a record 343 Ukrainian drones early Tuesday in what officials described as the largest drone assault since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago. The unprecedented aerial barrage left three dead and 18 injured, including three children, across multiple Russian regions. 
Russia's defense forces shot down a record 343 Ukrainian drones early Tuesday in what officials described as the largest drone assault since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago. The unprecedented aerial barrage left three dead and 18 injured, including three children, across multiple Russian regions. -
U.S. and Ukraine Meet for First Time Since Oval Office Clash, Hours After Kyiv Hits Russia with Massive Drone Barrage
Senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday in the first high-level discussions between the two nations since a contentious Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in February. Senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday in the first high-level discussions between the two nations since a contentious Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in February. -
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Arrested in Manila on ICC Warrant for Crimes Against Humanity
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was taken into custody in Manila on Tuesday following an international arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over allegations of crimes against humanity related to his violent anti-drug campaign. 
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was taken into custody in Manila on Tuesday following an international arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over allegations of crimes against humanity related to his violent anti-drug campaign. -
Massive Strike Shuts Down 13 German Airports, Freezing Air Travel Nationwide
A 24-hour strike by workers at 13 German airports, including Frankfurt, Munich, and Berlin, led to the cancellation of most flights on Monday, affecting more than 560,000 passengers. The walkout, organized by the ver.di service workers union, involved public-sector employees, ground staff, and airport security personnel as part of a dispute over wage increases and working conditions. 
A 24-hour strike by workers at 13 German airports, including Frankfurt, Munich, and Berlin, led to the cancellation of most flights on Monday, affecting more than 560,000 passengers. The walkout, organized by the ver.di service workers union, involved public-sector employees, ground staff, and airport security personnel as part of a dispute over wage increases and working conditions.
