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Uganda Reports First Ebola Death Since 2023 as Authorities Rush to Contain Outbreak
Ugandan health officials have confirmed the country's first Ebola fatality since 2023, raising concerns about a potential outbreak in the capital, Kampala. A 32-year-old male nurse working at Mulago Hospital, the city's main referral facility, succumbed to the virus on Wednesday, authorities said. 
Ugandan health officials have confirmed the country's first Ebola fatality since 2023, raising concerns about a potential outbreak in the capital, Kampala. A 32-year-old male nurse working at Mulago Hospital, the city's main referral facility, succumbed to the virus on Wednesday, authorities said. -
Israel and Hamas Exchange Hostages: 3 Israelis, 5 Thai Nationals Freed as 110 Palestinian Prisoners Released
Three Israeli hostages and five Thai nationals were freed Thursday in a negotiated exchange between Israel and Hamas, marking another phase in the ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar. The release, which included the return of an Israeli soldier who had been paraded in a Hamas-controlled area, came in exchange for the release of 110 Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails, many of whom were serving life sentences for attacks against Israelis. 
Three Israeli hostages and five Thai nationals were freed Thursday in a negotiated exchange between Israel and Hamas, marking another phase in the ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar. The release, which included the return of an Israeli soldier who had been paraded in a Hamas-controlled area, came in exchange for the release of 110 Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails, many of whom were serving life sentences for attacks against Israelis. -
Massive Sinkhole in Japan Traps Truck Driver, Sparks Infrastructure Concerns
A dramatic rescue operation unfolded in the Japanese city of Yashio, Saitama, on Tuesday after a massive sinkhole swallowed a truck, trapping its driver inside. The incident, which occurred around 9:50 a.m. local time, prompted a swift response from emergency services, who have been working for hours to free the driver. 
A dramatic rescue operation unfolded in the Japanese city of Yashio, Saitama, on Tuesday after a massive sinkhole swallowed a truck, trapping its driver inside. The incident, which occurred around 9:50 a.m. local time, prompted a swift response from emergency services, who have been working for hours to free the driver. -
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.
