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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. -
Russian Special Forces Use Gas Pipeline to Ambush Ukrainian Troops in Kursk
Russian special forces infiltrated a gas pipeline to ambush Ukrainian troops from behind in the Kursk region, according to reports from Ukraine's military and Russian war bloggers. The maneuver comes as Moscow intensifies efforts to retake territory in the border province, which Kyiv seized in a surprise offensive last year. 
Russian special forces infiltrated a gas pipeline to ambush Ukrainian troops from behind in the Kursk region, according to reports from Ukraine's military and Russian war bloggers. The maneuver comes as Moscow intensifies efforts to retake territory in the border province, which Kyiv seized in a surprise offensive last year. -
Former Central Banker Mark Carney to Lead Canada’s Liberals, Prepares for Election Fight
Mark Carney has been elected leader of Canada's Liberal Party, setting the stage for a high-stakes political battle ahead of the next federal election. Carney, a former governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, will replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as party leader and is expected to face Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in what polls suggest could be a competitive race. 
Mark Carney has been elected leader of Canada's Liberal Party, setting the stage for a high-stakes political battle ahead of the next federal election. Carney, a former governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, will replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as party leader and is expected to face Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in what polls suggest could be a competitive race. -
Russian Strikes Kill At Least 25 in Ukraine
At least 25 people were killed and 40 others injured in a series of Russian airstrikes across Ukraine late Friday and early Saturday, Ukrainian officials said. The attacks came just days after the United States halted military intelligence sharing with Kyiv, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy toward the conflict. 
At least 25 people were killed and 40 others injured in a series of Russian airstrikes across Ukraine late Friday and early Saturday, Ukrainian officials said. The attacks came just days after the United States halted military intelligence sharing with Kyiv, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy toward the conflict. -
Ukraine Weighs Kursk Withdrawal as 10,000 Troops Face Encirclement
Ukrainian forces occupying Russian territory in Kursk are facing the prospect of withdrawal as Russian troops advance, threatening to encircle approximately 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers, The Telegraph reported on March 8. The potential retreat, if realized, would mark a significant battlefield reversal and weaken Kyiv's negotiating position in future peace talks. 
Ukrainian forces occupying Russian territory in Kursk are facing the prospect of withdrawal as Russian troops advance, threatening to encircle approximately 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers, The Telegraph reported on March 8. The potential retreat, if realized, would mark a significant battlefield reversal and weaken Kyiv's negotiating position in future peace talks.
