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US-Iran Peace Talks Uncertain as Iranian FM Departs Pakistan
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Islamabad for potential indirect talks with US envoys but left without meeting them, leaving the status of ceasefire negotiations unclear. US officials Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are still heading to Pakistan amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and efforts to end the conflict. Pakistani mediators expressed some hope for progress.
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Coordinated Attacks Rock Mali, Including Capital Bamako
Multiple armed groups launched simultaneous complex attacks on military bases and other sites across Mali, with gunfire reported near Bamako’s airport. The army stated the situation is under control, but the scale appears unprecedented, shutting down the airport and raising security concerns in the region.
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Tensions Persist in Strait of Hormuz with Mine Threats
President Trump vowed to “shoot and kill” vessels laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint disrupted by the Iran conflict. The US is hunting for explosives while Iran has seized ships, impacting global shipping and energy markets.
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Russia-Ukraine Conflict Sees Fresh Attacks and Calls for Talks
Russia and Ukraine exchanged drone and missile strikes, killing and wounding dozens in areas like Dnipro and Odesa. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy renewed calls for more negotiations as the war continues with significant civilian and military impacts.
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Israeli Strikes Kill Four in Southern Lebanon
Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, including in Yohmor, Nabatieh District, resulted in at least four deaths. This comes amid a fragile ceasefire extension and ongoing regional tensions linked to broader Middle East conflicts.
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Netanyahu Reveals Prostate Cancer Treatment
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed he underwent successful treatment for early-stage prostate cancer 18 months ago and is in excellent condition. The announcement comes during heightened regional security challenges.
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Everyday Iranians Cope with War’s Impact
Portraits and reports highlight how ordinary citizens in Iran are managing daily life amid the ongoing conflict with the US and Israel, describing a sense that “nothing feels normal anymore” due to economic and security strains.
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King Charles III to Visit US Amid Iran Tensions
Britain’s King Charles III will proceed with a state visit to the US to celebrate bonds, following his mother’s example, despite ongoing Iran-related tensions affecting international relations.
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Palestinians Vote in Gaza’s First Municipal Elections in Over 20 Years
Voters in Gaza participated in local elections, the first in more than two decades, amid skepticism about their impact under occupation and Palestinian Authority challenges.
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EU and US Sign Critical Minerals Agreement to Counter China
The European Union and United States agreed to coordinate on critical minerals supply for defense and key industries, aiming to reduce dependence on China amid global geopolitical shifts.