The high-stakes Russia-US talks in Istanbul wrapped up after six and a half hours, with the Russian delegation leaving without providing any comments. The outcome remains unclear, leaving observers eager for updates on the discussions.
Türkiye is considering deploying troops to Ukraine as part of a future peacekeeping mission, according to reports. However, Ankara insists on being involved in the planning before committing to any such initiative.
USAID workers, impacted by job cuts under the Trump administration, make emotional final visits to their offices. The agency faces significant reductions as part of broader federal government restructuring efforts led by Elon Musk.
President Trump announces plans to impose new tariffs on Canada and Mexico, alongside doubling tariffs on Chinese imports, starting next Tuesday. The move is part of his strategy to address trade imbalances and protect American industries.
Israel addresses recent developments in southern Syria, highlighting its commitment to the Druze community. Authorities consider new measures to assist neighbouring residents and confirm their continued presence in Lebanon’s buffer zone with US approval.
Israel has decided not to pull its troops from the Philadelphi Corridor, the border zone between Gaza and Egypt. This follows expectations of a withdrawal contingent on a ceasefire extension. The Philadelphi Route aims to control illegal movements and materials.
French defence minister Sébastien Lecornu indicated that France could use nuclear deterrence to safeguard EU nations, with any decision resting with the head of state to protect vital interests.
Deadly explosions struck an M23/AFC rebel rally in eastern Congo, killing and injuring several people. The conflict has claimed over 7,000 lives this year, with DR Congo accusing Rwanda of supporting the rebels.
Abdullah Öcalan, leader of the PKK, is set to declare the organisation’s dissolution. The statement, issued in writing, urges the PKK’s Syrian wing to integrate into Syria’s political system.
A study reveals that only 11.6% of German lawmakers have migrant backgrounds, despite nearly a third of the population having immigrant roots. Representation varies widely across political parties.
Apple will invest $500 billion in the U.S. over four years, including an AI server factory in Texas and 20,000 new R&D jobs.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol will give a closing statement on Tuesday in a Constitutional Court trial reviewing his impeachment for declaring martial law. If upheld, he could be removed from office less than three years into his term, with a new election required within 60 days.
Twelve leaders from Europe and Canada arrived in Ukraine's capital on Monday morning to commemorate the third anniversary of Russia-Ukraine war.
Swiss police have arrested a 28-year-old Australian man after he allegedly stabbed and seriously injured a 41-year-old man in a shop in central Zurich. The motive behind the attack is still under investigation, with authorities withholding further details.
The CDU won Germany’s national election, with Friedrich Merz set to become chancellor. The far-right AfD made significant gains, while Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s SPD suffered a major setback.
The 2025 SAG Awards honoured top performances in film and television, with Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, and Kieran Culkin among the key winners, celebrating outstanding talent across drama and comedy.
US Vice President JD Vance criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s remarks about President Donald Trump, stating that Ukraine “wouldn’t exist without the generosity” of Washington.
Armenia remains hopeful that talks with Türkiye on reopening the border will yield positive results, with National Assembly Speaker Alen Simonyan reaffirming the country’s commitment to regional peace and stability, as reported by Armenian media.
French President Emmanuel Macron said France may deploy forces to secure peace in Ukraine after a ceasefire, urging Europe to strengthen its defence amid shifting US-Russia relations.
Polish Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz warns that foreign troop deployment in Ukraine may not ensure peace, citing Poland’s UN peacekeeping experience in Lebanon.
An attacker killed two people with a knife in a shopping centre in the Czech city of Hradec Králové on Thursday, police said, adding that they had detained the suspected attacker soon after the incident.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian praised the flight crew’s quick response following the regional jet crash in Toronto, which injured 21 people. He confirmed the pilots were experienced and trained for challenging weather conditions.
Hamas handed over the bodies of Israeli infant Kfir Bibas and his four-year-old brother Ariel, along with their mother Shiri Bibas and hostage Oded Lifschitz, on Thursday under the Gaza ceasefire agreement. Red Cross vehicles carried the four black coffins, each bearing a photo of the hostages.
Severe flooding and a harsh Arctic blast have claimed at least 14 lives across multiple US states, with emergency crews working tirelessly to rescue stranded residents amid rising waters and plunging temperatures.
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