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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. -
Israel Expands West Bank Raids Amid Gaza Ceasefire, Displacing Thousands
Israel has redirected its military focus to the West Bank following a delicate ceasefire agreement in Gaza, launching a sweeping campaign targeting Palestinian militant factions. The operations, which have left at least 12 Palestinians dead and displaced tens of thousands, mark a significant escalation in Israeli efforts to dismantle what officials describe as growing militant networks in the region. 
Israel has redirected its military focus to the West Bank following a delicate ceasefire agreement in Gaza, launching a sweeping campaign targeting Palestinian militant factions. The operations, which have left at least 12 Palestinians dead and displaced tens of thousands, mark a significant escalation in Israeli efforts to dismantle what officials describe as growing militant networks in the region. -
Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage in Historic First for Southeast Asia
Thailand made history Thursday as hundreds of same-sex couples exchanged vows, marking the nation as the first in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. The landmark law, which grants full legal rights to LGBTQ+ couples, reflects years of activism and represents a significant milestone in the fight for equality in the region. 
Thailand made history Thursday as hundreds of same-sex couples exchanged vows, marking the nation as the first in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. The landmark law, which grants full legal rights to LGBTQ+ couples, reflects years of activism and represents a significant milestone in the fight for equality in the region. -
Palestinian Civilians Trapped as Israeli Operation ‘Iron Wall’ Intensifies in Jenin
Israeli forces have launched a significant military operation in the Jenin refugee camp and surrounding areas in the West Bank, marking what Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz described as "a shift in security strategy." The operation, dubbed "Iron Wall," began shortly after a ceasefire in Gaza and has led to mounting casualties and heightened tensions across the region. 
Israeli forces have launched a significant military operation in the Jenin refugee camp and surrounding areas in the West Bank, marking what Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz described as "a shift in security strategy." The operation, dubbed "Iron Wall," began shortly after a ceasefire in Gaza and has led to mounting casualties and heightened tensions across the region. -
Fire at Turkish Ski Resort Hotel Claims 66 Lives, Injures 51
A devastating fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort, located in northwestern Turkey, has claimed at least 66 lives and left 51 injured. The tragedy, which unfolded in the early hours of Tuesday, has shocked the nation and raised questions about safety measures at the popular tourist destination. 
A devastating fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort, located in northwestern Turkey, has claimed at least 66 lives and left 51 injured. The tragedy, which unfolded in the early hours of Tuesday, has shocked the nation and raised questions about safety measures at the popular tourist destination.
