Gaza Ceasefire Talks Extended as Ramadan Deadline Approaches

Gaza Ceasefire Talks Extended as Ramadan Deadline Approaches

Hamas negotiators are staying in Cairo for a third day of ceasefire talks as the deadline to halt the fighting approaches.

Haiti Declares State of Emergency as Thousands of Inmates Escape Prison Amid Surge in Gang Violence

Haiti Declares State of Emergency as Thousands of Inmates Escape Prison Amid Surge in Gang Violence

Haiti's government has declared a state of emergency as thousands of inmates escape from its largest prison during a surge of gang violence.

Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif wins second term as prime minister

Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif wins second term as prime minister

Pakistan's newly formed parliament has elected Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister for a second term.

Zelensky Calls on West for Air Defence Systems After Deadly Russian Drone Attack on Odesa

Zelensky Calls on West for Air Defence Systems After Deadly Russian Drone Attack on Odesa

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed to Western allies for more air defence systems following a Russian drone strike on Odesa in which at least eight people were killed. The victims included a four-month-old baby and a three-year-old child. Zelensky condemned Russia, stating that it continues to wage war on civilians. Ukraine is facing arms shortages, and Russian troops have recently made gains in the country, taking control of the key town of Avdiivka. The Ukrainian commander-in-chief has indicated that he will replace some military leaders on the eastern front.

Iran Election: Record Low Turnout as Polls Close

Iran Election: Record Low Turnout as Polls Close

The parliamentary elections in Iran witnessed a record low turnout, raising concerns about the regime's legitimacy and ability to address the people's needs.

Tragedy in Gaza: Civilians Killed While Accessing Food Aid

Tragedy in Gaza: Civilians Killed While Accessing Food Aid

Calls for investigation after Palestinians trying to access food aid are killed in Gaza City

Putin Says West Risks Nuclear Conflict if It Intervenes More in Ukraine

Putin Says West Risks Nuclear Conflict if It Intervenes More in Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin of Russia delivered a speech warning the West of the possibility of nuclear conflict if intervention in the Ukraine war escalates. He mentioned that Russia possesses weapons that can strike targets on their territory, and questioned whether the West understands this. Putin's comments were in response to President Emmanuel Macron of France suggesting the potential deployment of Western troops to Ukraine, a move that the Kremlin said would result in direct conflict between Russia and the Western alliance. Putin also expressed his readiness to resume arms-control negotiations with the United States, but under the condition that the war in Ukraine is a part of the discussion.

At least 576,000 people in Gaza one step away from famine, UN says

At least 576,000 people in Gaza one step away from famine, UN says

New report from the United Nations warns of alarming levels of food insecurity in Gaza.