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May 29 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Under Fire: A Surge in Drone and Missile Attacks

The skies over Ukraine have seen an unprecedented surge in drone and missile strikes, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This intense bombardment has raised questions about the future of peace talks and the determination of Russian President Vladimir Putin to expand his country's control over Ukrainian territory. The recent attacks, which incl...

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May 24 2025POLITICS

Hope Amidst Conflict: A Glimmer of Humanity in Ukraine

In the midst of an ongoing conflict, a rare moment of cooperation emerged between Russia and Ukraine. This occurred when both nations agreed to swap hundreds of prisoners. This exchange was a significant step, as it marked the first phase of a larger prisoner swap. It was a brief moment of unity in an otherwise tense situation. The exchange took place at the border w...

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Putin's Peace Talks: A No-Show and a Mess

The stage was set for a major peace talk between Russia and Ukraine. The idea came from Russian President Vladimir Putin. He called for talks without any conditions. This was after Ukraine's friends, like Germany, France, and the UK, gave Moscow an ultimatum. They said Moscow had to accept a ceasefire or face more sanctions. The plan was to meet in Turkey. But t...

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May 10 2025POLITICS

Europe's Strong Stand: A Push for Peace in Ukraine

In a bold move, four key European nations have joined forces to urge Russian President Vladimir Putin to accept a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. This call for peace, backed by the United States, aims to halt the ongoing conflict that has ravaged Ukraine for years. The leaders of France, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Poland made this proposal public on a Saturday, em...

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May 08 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise: India and Pakistan in a New Drone Showdown

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...

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Easter Truce in Ukraine: A Brief Pause in Conflict

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...

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Apr 19 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as Israeli Strikes Continue

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...

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Apr 10 2025POLITICS

A Dancer's Freedom: The Complex Path to Release

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...

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Future Hangs in the Balance

The Israeli Defense Minister has made a bold statement. If Hamas does not release the remaining hostages, Israel will take more of the Gaza Strip. This threat comes after Israel resumed its attacks on Gaza. The defense minister, Israel Katz, has ordered the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to seize more territory. The more Hamas holds onto the hostages, the more land Isr...

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Trump and Putin: A Dance of Words and Weapons

The world watched as Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin engaged in a verbal sparring match over the Ukraine conflict. Trump took to social media to share his thoughts, calling the talks between the US and Russia "good and productive. " He expressed hope that this dialogue could finally bring an end to the bloody war. The meeting between Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff ...

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