US, Ukraine report progress in peace talks after Witkoff meets officials in Miami
“Yesterday’s meeting between American and Ukrainian representatives in Miami was productive, and progress was made."- stated a White House official.
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Canada removes Syria from its list of foreign state supporters of terrorism
Pakistan, Afghanistan trade heavy fire as border tensions rise
American architect Frank Gehry dies at age 96, New York Times reports
Mexico to kick off 2026 World Cup against South Africa
South Africa are appearing for the first time since 2010, when they drew with Mexico in the opening match but failed to reach the knockout stage.
Putin arrest warrant will stand even if Ukraine agrees to amnesty, ICC prosecutors say
Russia rejects the ICC's jurisdiction and has repeatedly denied allegations of war crimes.
France investigates reports of drones over nuclear sub base
The Ile Longue base in northwest France houses nuclear-powered submarines, according to the navy's website. Each is equipped with 16 ballistic missiles carrying several nuclear warheads.
Honor killing in US: Afghan man kills wife in Washington state femicide
The couple’s three children, aged 6, 9, and 11, were in the family home at the time of the homicide, but were said not to have witnessed their mother’s death.
US sets 2027 deadline for Europe-led NATO defense, officials say
In the meeting, Pentagon officials indicated that Washington was not yet satisfied with the strides Europe has made to boost its defense capabilities since Russia's expanded invasion of Ukraine.
Boycotts could hurt Eurovision budget but not the 'show,' host ORF says
At a meeting on Thursday, national broadcasters that make up the European Broadcasting Union cleared Israel to take part in the next contest in May
US Congress introduces bill to promote uncensored internet access in Iran
The Feasibility Review of Emerging Equipment for Digital Open Media Act, if passed, would open a probe into the possibility of implementing new technology to improve uncensored internet access.
Assad's exiled spy chief and billionaire cousin plot Syrian uprisings from Russia
A Reuters investigation found that loyalists to Syria's former Assad regime are funneling millions of dollars into stirring uprisings against the new government.
Tucker Carlson to headline Qatar’s Doha Forum, triggering pro-Israel backlash
Right-wing commentator Tucker Carlson is slated to speak at the Doha Forum in Qatar this weekend, sharpening debates over US-Qatari ties.
Taiwan, Japan voice concern over largest Chinese maritime show of force to date
Reuters reported on Thursday that China was deploying a large number of naval and coast guard ships across East Asian waters, its largest maritime show of force to date.
