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Hezbollah Rejects Israeli Withdrawal Delay, Blames U.S. and UN for Ceasefire Breach and Threatens Repercussions
In a defiant televised address on Monday, Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem unequivocally rejected any delays in the Israeli military's withdrawal from southern Lebanon, asserting that the Iran-backed group would not tolerate an extension of even a single day. The remarks come as tensions escalate over the terms of the ceasefire agreement brokered last year. 
In a defiant televised address on Monday, Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem unequivocally rejected any delays in the Israeli military's withdrawal from southern Lebanon, asserting that the Iran-backed group would not tolerate an extension of even a single day. The remarks come as tensions escalate over the terms of the ceasefire agreement brokered last year. -
Thousands Head Home to Ruins in Gaza as Hostage Dispute Delays Ceasefire Progress
Thousands of displaced Palestinians began their long-awaited return to northern Gaza on Monday after months of relentless bombardment and mass evacuations. Their journey, marked by exhaustion and uncertainty, follows a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas that had been delayed over a heated hostage dispute. 
Thousands of displaced Palestinians began their long-awaited return to northern Gaza on Monday after months of relentless bombardment and mass evacuations. Their journey, marked by exhaustion and uncertainty, follows a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas that had been delayed over a heated hostage dispute. -
Colombia Agrees to US Deportation Flights, Averting Trade War
The United States and Colombia reached a last-minute agreement Sunday, narrowly avoiding a trade war after Colombia agreed to accept deportation flights carrying migrants. The resolution followed days of escalating tensions, with the White House threatening punitive tariffs and sanctions unless Colombia complied with U.S. immigration demands. 
The United States and Colombia reached a last-minute agreement Sunday, narrowly avoiding a trade war after Colombia agreed to accept deportation flights carrying migrants. The resolution followed days of escalating tensions, with the White House threatening punitive tariffs and sanctions unless Colombia complied with U.S. immigration demands. -
Belarus President Lukashenko Set to Secure 7th Term Amid Allegations of Election Fraud and EU Sanctions Threats
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko, often dubbed "Europe's Last Dictator," is set to secure a seventh term following a highly contentious election on Sunday. The vote, widely criticized by opposition leaders and international observers, underscores Lukashenko's unrelenting grip on power after three decades in office. 
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko, often dubbed "Europe's Last Dictator," is set to secure a seventh term following a highly contentious election on Sunday. The vote, widely criticized by opposition leaders and international observers, underscores Lukashenko's unrelenting grip on power after three decades in office. -
Putin Expresses Readiness for Talks with Trump on Ukraine as Criticism of Zelenskyy Grows
Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated his willingness to engage in negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking in a televised interview on Friday, Putin praised Trump as a "clever and pragmatic man" and expressed his openness to dialogue. "We are always ready for these talks on the Ukrainian issue," Putin said, emphasizing his desire for a "calm conversation" with Trump on matters of mutual interest. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated his willingness to engage in negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking in a televised interview on Friday, Putin praised Trump as a "clever and pragmatic man" and expressed his openness to dialogue. "We are always ready for these talks on the Ukrainian issue," Putin said, emphasizing his desire for a "calm conversation" with Trump on matters of mutual interest. -
Hamas Releases Four Israeli Female Soldiers in Latest Ceasefire, Israel Frees 200 Prisoners
Four Israeli female soldiers held hostage by Hamas since October were released Saturday under a prisoner swap agreement, marking a significant but tentative step in the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian militant group. The exchange, facilitated by international mediators, saw Israel free 200 Palestinian prisoners in return. 
Four Israeli female soldiers held hostage by Hamas since October were released Saturday under a prisoner swap agreement, marking a significant but tentative step in the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian militant group. The exchange, facilitated by international mediators, saw Israel free 200 Palestinian prisoners in return. -
Ukraine Strikes Key Russian Refinery in Massive Drone Attack
Ukraine carried out one of its largest drone offensives against Russia on Friday, targeting critical infrastructure, including the Ryazan oil refinery and a major heating power plant. The strike, involving over 100 drones, marks a significant escalation in Ukraine's cross-border capabilities, aimed at undermining Russian military logistics and economic infrastructure. 
Ukraine carried out one of its largest drone offensives against Russia on Friday, targeting critical infrastructure, including the Ryazan oil refinery and a major heating power plant. The strike, involving over 100 drones, marks a significant escalation in Ukraine's cross-border capabilities, aimed at undermining Russian military logistics and economic infrastructure. -
Hamas to Provide Hostage Names Friday as Second Exchange with Israel Nears
Hamas announced Friday that it will provide the names of four Israeli women hostages set to be released on Saturday as part of a second exchange under the Gaza ceasefire deal. The agreement, which has temporarily halted the ongoing war, is being closely monitored by both sides amid concerns over its fragility. 
Hamas announced Friday that it will provide the names of four Israeli women hostages set to be released on Saturday as part of a second exchange under the Gaza ceasefire deal. The agreement, which has temporarily halted the ongoing war, is being closely monitored by both sides amid concerns over its fragility. -
‘No Angel’: Trump Takes Aim at Zelensky, Criticizes Biden’s Ukraine Policies
President Donald Trump sparked controversy with remarks criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and suggesting Ukraine should not have resisted Russia's invasion. Trump, who has pledged to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, claimed that the war would never have started under his administration. 
President Donald Trump sparked controversy with remarks criticizing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and suggesting Ukraine should not have resisted Russia's invasion. Trump, who has pledged to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, claimed that the war would never have started under his administration. -
Houthi Rebels Release Seized Vessel Crew Amid U.S. Policy Shifts on Terror Designation
The Houthi rebels in Yemen have released the crew of the Galaxy Leader, a commercial vessel seized over a year ago in the Red Sea, marking a significant development in their ongoing campaign of maritime attacks. The release coincides with U.S. President Donald Trump's recent executive order reinstating the group's designation as a foreign terrorist organization. The move adds a new layer of complexity to the geopolitical and humanitarian challenges in the region. 
The Houthi rebels in Yemen have released the crew of the Galaxy Leader, a commercial vessel seized over a year ago in the Red Sea, marking a significant development in their ongoing campaign of maritime attacks. The release coincides with U.S. President Donald Trump's recent executive order reinstating the group's designation as a foreign terrorist organization. The move adds a new layer of complexity to the geopolitical and humanitarian challenges in the region.
