Russia has returned the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers in an official exchange. Ukraine, in turn, handed over 19 Russian troops’ remains. The announcement was made by Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky.
Amid escalating military tensions with Iran, Israel’s Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, confirmed that Israel is in constant communication with India’s Ministry of External Affairs regarding the evacuation of Indian nationals. He emphasized that Israel takes messages from the Indian government very seriously to ensure the safety of all Indian citizens.
In a historic move to strengthen bilateral ties, Russia and Jordan have signed a landmark visa-free travel agreement. Citizens of both countries can now visit each other without visas for stays of up to 30 days, ushering in a new era of tourism and cross-cultural exchange.
Thailand’s military has declared its readiness to launch a “high-level operation” should tensions with Cambodia escalate, signaling a potential increase in regional concerns. The announcement underscores the seriousness of the ongoing border dispute between the two nations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has acknowledged that pressure from allies led to his decision to resume aid to Gaza. The resumption marks a significant shift in Israel’s approach to the humanitarian situation in the region.
Talks between Ukraine and Russia held in Turkey have concluded, wrapping up more quickly than anticipated. The swift ending has raised doubts about the effectiveness of the negotiations, with many awaiting further details on any substantive outcomes.
Pakistan announced on Wednesday that it has ‘credible intelligence’ indicating India plans to launch a military attack within the next 24-36 hours. The anticipated action is reportedly in response to a deadly attack on tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir.
The U.S. Senate has confirmed former Senator David Perdue as ambassador to China, marking a significant appointment amid growing tariff tensions between the two nations. This move comes as the U.S. and China engage in a tariff showdown that threatens to redefine diplomatic relations between the world’s two largest economies.
