A tense situation unfolded between India and Pakistan. The Indian government reported that it had successfully thwarted drone and missile strikes by Pakistan on its military bases in the north and west. This incident happened on a Thursday and marked a significant escalation in the long-standing conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The Indian defense mi...
In a surprising move, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a short-lived ceasefire in Ukraine. This temporary halt in fighting was timed to coincide with Easter celebrations. The ceasefire was set to begin at 6 p. m. Moscow time on a Saturday and end at midnight on Sunday. Putin's decision was framed as a humanitarian gesture, but it came with a warning. He urge...
Steve Witkoff, a New York real estate developer, has become an unexpected key player in global diplomacy. His frequent trips around the world show just how much influence he has gained. In just a few months, he has taken on major foreign policy challenges, including talks with Russia, Iran, and efforts to end the Ukraine war. This has raised eyebrows in Washington an...
The situation in Gaza has taken a grim turn, with over 90 people losing their lives in just two days. This escalation comes as Israeli forces ramp up their attacks, aiming to pressure Hamas into releasing remaining hostages and disarming. The conflict has reached a point where even designated safe zones are no longer secure. The latest strikes have been particularly...
The world watched as Prince Harry visited Ukraine, shining a spotlight on the country's struggle while U. S. envoy Steve Witkoff prepared to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. This visit came just as Ukraine's NATO allies promised an extra $23 billion in aid, pushing Europe's total support to a whopping $114 billion. This financial boost is crucial, given the imm...
Ukraine and Russia are pointing fingers at each other. They are accusing each other of breaking a deal to stop hitting energy targets. This happened at a big meeting in Turkey. Both sides want to end the war, which has been going on for three years. They had a chance to talk about it with a U. S. official in Moscow. Ukraine's friends in Europe also promised lots...
Iran and the US are back at the negotiating table in Oman. This time, the focus is on Iran's nuclear activities. Iran's top diplomat, Abbas Araghchi, has made it clear that his country is after a "fair agreement. " This is a big deal because the US, under President Trump, pulled out of a previous nuclear agreement back in 2018. Trump has been pushing for a "better" d...
Ukraine's allies in Europe have stepped up their game, promising billions in military support. This move comes as peace talks with Russia hit a snag. The UK's defense chief, John Healey, announced that over 21 billion euros ($24 billion) in new military aid has been pledged. This is a big deal, but there's a catch. Ukraine has had issues with some countries repeating...
A ballet dancer found herself in the middle of a political storm. Ksenia Karelina, who holds both U. S. and Russian citizenship, was accused of treason. Her crime? Donating money to a charity that supported Ukraine. This led to her imprisonment in Russia. The news of her release came as a surprise to many. It happened in an overnight prisoner exchange in Abu Dhabi, U...
The Ukraine-Russia conflict has taken an unexpected turn. Ukraine recently captured two Chinese individuals fighting alongside Russian forces. This revelation has sparked a heated debate. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims there are more Chinese fighters. However, China swiftly dismissed these claims. A Beijing official labeled them as "totally unfounded....