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The U.S. State Department approved a potential $2.7 billion military sale to Ukraine for air-defence develo...
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1. Global leaders condemn deadly Russian missile strike on Sumy.
Global leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer, and Donald Trump, have condemned Russia’s missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, which killed at least 34 people during Palm Sunday celebrations, calling for stronger international actions and a ceasefire.
2. Kremlin says US-Russia talks on bilateral ties progressing well.
The Kremlin stated that ongoing talks with Washington to revive US-Russia relations are progressing well, but warned that the process requires intense diplomacy and time to rebuild mutual trust.
3. Earthquake strikes Myanmar again with magnitude 5.6 tremor.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar on Sunday, following a series of aftershocks since the deadly March 28 quake. While no immediate reports of casualties or damage have emerged, the tremor added to the ongoing devastation in the region.
4. Asian stock markets rise on tariff exemptions; Trump to announce semiconductor tariff rates.
Stock markets in Asia saw gains on Monday, driven by optimism over U.S. tariff exemptions for electronics, while U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to announce semiconductor tariff rates. Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba also warned about the global risks posed by U.S. tariffs.
5. Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa visits UAE as part of regional diplomatic efforts.
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa arrived in the UAE on Sunday for his first official visit since assuming office in January, marking a key step in his regional diplomatic outreach following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
6. Oscar Piastri claims flawless Bahrain Grand Prix victory as McLaren takes control.
Oscar Piastri delivered a faultless drive to claim victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, leading from pole to flag. McLaren’s dominant pace leaves Piastri just three points behind Lando Norris in the title fight, with Verstappen now third in the standings.
7. Türkiye begins major restoration work on Hagia Sophia's domes to ensure earthquake safety.
Türkiye has launched a new phase in the restoration of Hagia Sophia, focusing on reinforcing the monument’s domes against earthquakes. The project aims to upgrade the dome’s framework while preserving the mosque’s historic value.
Russian air strikes injured 13 and damaged buildings in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv and in the Black Sea port city of Odesa in the early hours of Thursday, officials said on the Telegram messaging app.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy said a Togo-flagged oil tanker was struck while attempting to make an “illegal passage” through the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media said early on Friday.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he hoped the war against Iran was nearing its end and that Tehran wanted to reach a deal, but Iran dismissed his comments as “mixed signals” as the conflict approaches its seventh month.
The European Union will disburse €3.3 billion ($3.8 billion) to Ukraine for missiles and drones, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said after a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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The U.S. State Department approved a potential $2.7 billion military sale to Ukraine for air-defence development upgrades, along with related equipment and services, the department said in a congressional notification late on Friday.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that additional news organisations could be barred from the White House, hours after announcing bans on CNN, MS NOW and Politico over coverage he described as “fake news”.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Denmark and Greenland on Friday that would significantly expand Washington’s military presence on the Arctic island and give the United States what he described as permanent authority over its security.
The European Union will disburse €3.3 billion ($3.8 billion) to Ukraine for missiles and drones, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said after a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Russia’s first State Duma election since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine is testing the country’s political system as voters choose a new parliament amid wartime and economic pressures.
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