Larry Lee
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Israeli Hostages and Palestinian Prisoners Exchanged as Ceasefire Continues
Three Israeli hostages were released Saturday in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners as the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas continued to hold. The latest exchange marked the fifth round of swaps under the first phase of the deal, which began on January 19. 
Three Israeli hostages were released Saturday in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners as the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas continued to hold. The latest exchange marked the fifth round of swaps under the first phase of the deal, which began on January 19. -
Baltic States Cut Final Ties to Russia’s Power Grid, Brace for Possible Retaliation
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are set to sever their last remaining energy ties with Russia this weekend, completing a decades-long effort to break free from Soviet-era infrastructure. The three Baltic nations will disconnect from the Moscow-controlled BRELL power grid on Saturday before fully synchronizing with the European electricity network on Sunday, a move seen as both a geopolitical and energy security milestone. 
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are set to sever their last remaining energy ties with Russia this weekend, completing a decades-long effort to break free from Soviet-era infrastructure. The three Baltic nations will disconnect from the Moscow-controlled BRELL power grid on Saturday before fully synchronizing with the European electricity network on Sunday, a move seen as both a geopolitical and energy security milestone. -
Japan’s Ishiba Meets Trump in Washington Amid Uncertainty Over U.S.-Asia Alliances
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba arrived in Washington on Thursday for a closely watched meeting with President Donald Trump, as Japan seeks to reaffirm its alliance with the U.S. amid shifting geopolitical and economic dynamics in Asia. The visit marks the second foreign leader meeting of Trump's new term, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit earlier this week. 
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba arrived in Washington on Thursday for a closely watched meeting with President Donald Trump, as Japan seeks to reaffirm its alliance with the U.S. amid shifting geopolitical and economic dynamics in Asia. The visit marks the second foreign leader meeting of Trump's new term, following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit earlier this week. -
Greece Declares State of Emergency as Earthquake Swarm Rattles Santorini, Experts Warn of Potential Larger Quake
The Greek government has declared a state of emergency in Santorini as a series of earthquakes continue to rattle the island, raising fears of a potential larger quake. The decision, announced Thursday by the Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Ministry, allows authorities to mobilize emergency resources until at least March 3 as they respond to the crisis. 
The Greek government has declared a state of emergency in Santorini as a series of earthquakes continue to rattle the island, raising fears of a potential larger quake. The decision, announced Thursday by the Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Ministry, allows authorities to mobilize emergency resources until at least March 3 as they respond to the crisis. -
Ukraine Reports Rising Accuracy in North Korean Missiles
North Korean ballistic missiles fired by Russian forces at Ukraine have shown a significant increase in precision over the past several weeks, according to senior Ukrainian officials. The improved accuracy-now landing within 50 to 100 meters of their intended targets-marks a stark contrast to earlier missile salvos, which were often off by one to three kilometers. 
North Korean ballistic missiles fired by Russian forces at Ukraine have shown a significant increase in precision over the past several weeks, according to senior Ukrainian officials. The improved accuracy-now landing within 50 to 100 meters of their intended targets-marks a stark contrast to earlier missile salvos, which were often off by one to three kilometers. -
Israel Orders Military to Prepare Palestinian Relocation
Israel's defense minister has ordered the military to prepare a plan to allow Palestinians to voluntarily leave Gaza, aligning with President Donald Trump's controversial proposal for a U.S. takeover of the enclave. The move, announced Thursday by Defense Minister Israel Katz, follows Trump's remarks earlier this week that Israel should transfer Gaza to U.S. control after the war ends and relocate its 2.3 million residents elsewhere. 
Israel's defense minister has ordered the military to prepare a plan to allow Palestinians to voluntarily leave Gaza, aligning with President Donald Trump's controversial proposal for a U.S. takeover of the enclave. The move, announced Thursday by Defense Minister Israel Katz, follows Trump's remarks earlier this week that Israel should transfer Gaza to U.S. control after the war ends and relocate its 2.3 million residents elsewhere. -
Over 1,000 Earthquakes Strike Santorini as Thousands Flee Famed Greek Island
A relentless series of earthquakes has rocked the Greek island of Santorini, forcing thousands of residents and tourists to flee as authorities brace for potential escalation. Since last week, over 1,000 tremors-some measuring up to 5.2 magnitude-have been recorded, sparking widespread fear and emergency measures on one of Europe's most famous vacation destinations. A relentless series of earthquakes has rocked the Greek island of Santorini, forcing thousands of residents and tourists to flee as authorities brace for potential escalation. Since last week, over 1,000 tremors-some measuring up to 5.2 magnitude-have been recorded, sparking widespread fear and emergency measures on one of Europe's most famous vacation destinations. -
Sweden’s Deadliest School Shooting Leaves 11 Dead as Gunman’s Motive Remains Unclear
Sweden is reeling from its worst mass shooting after an armed attacker opened fire at Campus Risbergska, an adult education center in Örebro, on Tuesday, killing at least 11 people, including himself. Authorities have yet to determine a motive, and officials warned the death toll could rise as several victims remain in critical condition. 
Sweden is reeling from its worst mass shooting after an armed attacker opened fire at Campus Risbergska, an adult education center in Örebro, on Tuesday, killing at least 11 people, including himself. Authorities have yet to determine a motive, and officials warned the death toll could rise as several victims remain in critical condition. -
Trump’s Gaza Takeover Plan Sparks Outrage as Palestinians, Arab States Reject Forced Relocation
President Donald Trump's proposal to have the United States take control of the Gaza Strip, relocate most of its 2.1 million residents, and redevelop the war-ravaged enclave into what he described as "the Riviera of the Middle East" has been met with swift condemnation from Palestinian leaders and key Arab states. 
President Donald Trump's proposal to have the United States take control of the Gaza Strip, relocate most of its 2.1 million residents, and redevelop the war-ravaged enclave into what he described as "the Riviera of the Middle East" has been met with swift condemnation from Palestinian leaders and key Arab states. -
European Leaders Brace for Trade War as Trump Signals Tariffs on EU Imports
European leaders warned Monday they would take a firm stance if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on European goods, as officials gathered in Brussels to discuss defense and economic policy. While the meeting was set to focus on military funding and security cooperation, the looming threat of U.S. trade restrictions dominated discussions. 
European leaders warned Monday they would take a firm stance if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on European goods, as officials gathered in Brussels to discuss defense and economic policy. While the meeting was set to focus on military funding and security cooperation, the looming threat of U.S. trade restrictions dominated discussions.
