Russia and Ukraine Swap Prisoners in UAE-Mediated Exchange
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners each in a UAE-mediated swap, with Kursk residents returned and peace talks in Istanbul setting sights on further releases.
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Egypt’s Aid Convoy Rushes Into Gaza as Famine Declared
Egypt sends a new humanitarian convoy to Gaza amid a UN declaration of famine, delivering vital supplies to ease a deepening crisis.
Drone Strike on Russian Nuclear Plant Shadows Ukraine’s Independence Day
Ukraine marked its Independence Day in Kyiv amid a drone strike on Russia’s Kursk nuclear plant. Zelenskyy vowed to keep fighting for a just peace.
Russian Duma Chief Heads to the Chinese Mainland for Key Talks
Russian State Duma chairman Vyacheslav Volodin will visit the Chinese mainland from August 25 to 26 for the 10th China-Russia parliamentary cooperation meeting.
Israel Pushes Gaza City Offensive as Famine Toll Climbs
As Israel intensifies its offensive on Gaza City, famine-related deaths soar, with local authorities reporting 281 starvation fatalities, including 114 children.
Canada Unveils $2B Military Boost for Ukraine
Canadian PM Carney announces CAD 2B in military assistance for Ukraine, funding vehicles, air defense, drones, and more.
Khamenei Rejects US Talks, Urges Unity Against ‘Offensive’ Demands
Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei rejects US demands for ‘obedience’, calls for unity and rejects direct talks.
Ramaphosa, Europe Dial In for Ukraine Peace Push 🌍
President Ramaphosa teamed up with European leaders via phone to push peace in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, urging urgent trilateral talks and sustained momentum.
Russian Forces Advance in Donetsk as South Africa Urges Peace Summit
Russian troops seize Kleban-Byk and Srednee, advancing in Donetsk, as South Africa’s Ramaphosa calls for a Ukraine-Russia peace summit.
Tragedy at NYC Park: 1 Killed, 4 Injured During Community Game
A shooting during a back-to-school basketball game in Haffen Park left one dead and four injured. Four suspects are in custody as the NYPD investigates.