Russia unleashed a wide-ranging drone and missile attack across Ukraine, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky, striking regions including Dnipro overnight. A video posted on X shows one missile streaking through the sky before hitting its target, underscoring how the war has intensified despite diplomatic discussions.
Qatar’s insistence on an Israeli apology for a recent strike in Doha has prompted the Gulf nation to suspend mediation efforts in Gaza. As hostages hang in the balance, U.S. officials work to quell tensions and rekindle a fragile peace process.
Russia’s UN envoy insists it was physically impossible for any Russian drone to cross into Polish territory, challenging NATO’s branding of the incident as “absolutely reckless.” Despite the harsh condemnation, only a handful of voices have called for punitive measures.
A man accused of killing two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, D.C., has pleaded not guilty. He disputes all charges and insists on a full jury trial.
Australia has expelled Iran’s ambassador, citing alleged involvement in antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. Officials claim the move underscores the nation’s firm stance against hate crimes and rising regional tensions.
A US government employee visiting China in a personal capacity has been barred from leaving the country, according to the State Department. Chinese authorities issued an exit ban on the individual, preventing their departure.
At least 40 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, including 10 family members sheltering in a tent. The strikes occurred as President Trump’s ceasefire efforts show no signs of progress.
Azerbaijan has canceled all cultural events involving Russian institutions in protest over the deaths of two Azerbaijani citizens during police raids in Yekaterinburg, Russia. Azerbaijani officials have condemned the raids, calling them targeted violence against their nationals.
President Trump announced that Iranian officials are pleading for a peace summit at the White House after “getting the hell beaten out of them.” He expressed skepticism about the timing, stating it’s “very late” for talks and highlighting a significant shift from just a week ago.
President Trump expressed surprise and disappointment as he noted that Iran has become “much more aggressive” in nuclear deal negotiations. His remarks come as the U.S. and Iran prepare for another round of talks aimed at reaching a potential agreement.