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Trump’s ‘Final Offer’ Demands Ukraine Recognize Russian Gains or Risk Losing U.S. Support - Report
The Trump administration has presented Ukrainian officials with a one-page framework described as President Donald Trump's "final offer" to end the war, according to individuals briefed on the negotiations. The document, delivered last week in Paris, would require Ukraine to accept Russia's annexation of Crimea and acknowledge Moscow's control over vast areas occupied since 2022 in exchange for limited security guarantees and economic reconstruction support. 
The Trump administration has presented Ukrainian officials with a one-page framework described as President Donald Trump's "final offer" to end the war, according to individuals briefed on the negotiations. The document, delivered last week in Paris, would require Ukraine to accept Russia's annexation of Crimea and acknowledge Moscow's control over vast areas occupied since 2022 in exchange for limited security guarantees and economic reconstruction support. -
Putin Signals Readiness for Peace Talks With Trump Team, Offers to Halt War in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered to halt the war in Ukraine at current front-line positions, including a partial withdrawal from contested areas, as part of ongoing peace discussions with the Trump administration, according to a report by the Financial Times. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered to halt the war in Ukraine at current front-line positions, including a partial withdrawal from contested areas, as part of ongoing peace discussions with the Trump administration, according to a report by the Financial Times. -
At Least 24 Feared Dead in Militant Attack on Tourists in Kashmir During JD Vance’s India Visit
At least two dozen people are feared dead after suspected militants opened fire on tourists in India's Jammu and Kashmir region on Tuesday, in what security sources described as the worst attack on civilians in the contested territory in years. The assault, which occurred near the resort town of Pahalgam, coincided with the visit of U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who is on a four-day personal and diplomatic trip to India. 
At least two dozen people are feared dead after suspected militants opened fire on tourists in India's Jammu and Kashmir region on Tuesday, in what security sources described as the worst attack on civilians in the contested territory in years. The assault, which occurred near the resort town of Pahalgam, coincided with the visit of U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who is on a four-day personal and diplomatic trip to India. -
Vatican Reveals Cause of Death: Pope Francis Died of Stroke and Heart Failure
Pope Francis, the 88-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday, April 21, at 7:35 a.m. local time following a cerebral stroke that led to coma and irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse, according to an official statement from the Vatican. His death came just one day after his voice was heard delivering a surprise Easter message, read on his behalf by Cardinal Angelo Comastri during Mass at Saint Peter's Square. 
Pope Francis, the 88-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church, died on Monday, April 21, at 7:35 a.m. local time following a cerebral stroke that led to coma and irreversible cardiocirculatory collapse, according to an official statement from the Vatican. His death came just one day after his voice was heard delivering a surprise Easter message, read on his behalf by Cardinal Angelo Comastri during Mass at Saint Peter's Square. -
U.S. Airstrikes Kill 12 in Yemen as Houthis Accuse Washington of Targeting Civilians
Twelve people were killed and 30 wounded in U.S. airstrikes on Yemen's capital of Sanaa, Houthi officials said Monday, as Washington's military campaign against the Iranian-backed group escalates. The strikes reportedly targeted the Furwah neighborhood and a market in the Shoub district, an area long held by the Houthis. 
Twelve people were killed and 30 wounded in U.S. airstrikes on Yemen's capital of Sanaa, Houthi officials said Monday, as Washington's military campaign against the Iranian-backed group escalates. The strikes reportedly targeted the Furwah neighborhood and a market in the Shoub district, an area long held by the Houthis. -
Who Will Be the Next Pope? Top Candidates to Succeed Francis Revealed
With the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Roman Catholic Church faces a critical juncture as cardinals prepare to gather in conclave to select his successor. The election, expected to occur within the next three weeks, will determine not only the next Bishop of Rome but the direction of a 1.39 billion-member institution grappling with ideological divisions, declining membership in the West, and explosive growth in the Global South. With the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Roman Catholic Church faces a critical juncture as cardinals prepare to gather in conclave to select his successor. The election, expected to occur within the next three weeks, will determine not only the next Bishop of Rome but the direction of a 1.39 billion-member institution grappling with ideological divisions, declining membership in the West, and explosive growth in the Global South. -
Pope Francis, First Latin American Pontiff, Dies at 88
Pope Francis, the first Latin American and Jesuit pope, died Monday at the age of 88 in Vatican City, a day after making a final surprise appearance on Easter Sunday. His death was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who stated: "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church." 
Pope Francis, the first Latin American and Jesuit pope, died Monday at the age of 88 in Vatican City, a day after making a final surprise appearance on Easter Sunday. His death was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who stated: "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of His Church." -
Israeli Army Admits ‘Professional Failures’ in Gaza Incident That Killed 15 Medics and U.N. Worker
An Israeli military investigation into the killing of 15 Palestinian medics and a United Nations staffer during a March operation in Rafah, Gaza, concluded Sunday with the dismissal of a deputy commander and public acknowledgment of multiple "professional failures." 
An Israeli military investigation into the killing of 15 Palestinian medics and a United Nations staffer during a March operation in Rafah, Gaza, concluded Sunday with the dismissal of a deputy commander and public acknowledgment of multiple "professional failures." -
Kyiv, Moscow Trade Accusations as Putin’s Easter Ceasefire Collapses After 24 Hours
A temporary Easter ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin collapsed within hours over the weekend, as both Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the truce and resumed active hostilities along the front line. The Kremlin confirmed Sunday that there would be no extension of the 30-hour pause in fighting, which had begun Saturday evening. 
A temporary Easter ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin collapsed within hours over the weekend, as both Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the truce and resumed active hostilities along the front line. The Kremlin confirmed Sunday that there would be no extension of the 30-hour pause in fighting, which had begun Saturday evening. -
Ukraine Sanctions Three Chinese Firms After Zelenskyy Alleges Arms Flow to Russia
Ukraine imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies Friday, escalating tensions with Beijing one day after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly accused China of supplying Russia with weapons, including gunpowder and artillery. 
Ukraine imposed sanctions on three Chinese companies Friday, escalating tensions with Beijing one day after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly accused China of supplying Russia with weapons, including gunpowder and artillery.
