At least three killed as Syrian forces raid Daesh hideouts in Aleppo

Syrian security forces have killed three Daesh fighters and arrested four others in Aleppo, authorities said, the first time the interim government has announced such an operation against the terror group in Syria’s second city.

Three Iranians in Britain charged after counter-terrorism investigation

Three men have been charged under the UK National Security Act on suspicion of assisting the Iranian foreign intelligence service.

Syria eligible for new loans after debts cleared: World Bank

The World Bank has announced it will restart operations in Syria following a 14-year pause after the country cleared more than $15m of debt with financial backing from Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Putin could meet Zelensky if certain agreements are reached: Kremlin

The Kremlin announced on Saturday that Russian President Vladimir Putin could meet Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, but only if certain deals are reached.

Trump vows sanctions on Russia if peace negotiations fail, claims Putin is ‘tired’ of war

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated he still believes Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to strike a deal to end the war in Ukraine, but warned that if talks fail, his administration will move forward with sanctions against Moscow.

US seeking to relocate up to 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya: Report

The Trump administration is working on a plan to permanently relocate up to 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, five people with knowledge of the effort told NBC News.

‘Time to increase pressure’ on Putin: Zelensky, European leaders speak with Trump following Istanbul peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several top European leaders held a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday following the peace negotiations in Turkey, the Ukrainian leader announced on Telegram.

Iran has received no written US proposal: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has dismissed claims about receiving a written message from the United States for a nuclear deal, saying the Islamic Republic’s right to peaceful enrichment remains in place.

UN refutes US-backed Gaza aid plan

The United Nations has announced it will not take part in a US-backed humanitarian operation in the Gaza Strip because it is not impartial, neutral or independent, as Israel pledged to facilitate the effort without being involved in aid deliveries.

Russia, Ukraine agree to exchange 1,000 POWs from each side

Russia and Ukraine have reached an agreement in Istanbul for the exchange of prisoners of war (POWs) on a 1,000-for-1,000 basis.

US should ‘take’ Gaza and turn it into ‘freedom zone’: Trump

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he wants Washington to "take" Gaza and turn it into a "freedom zone" as Israel tightens its siege and continues its military onslaught on the besieged enclave.

US opposes Ukraine attendance at NATO summit: Report

The Unites States is against inviting Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky to the NATO summit in The Hague next month, Italy’s ANSA news agency has reported, citing anonymous diplomatic sources.

Syrian official appears to hint at normalisation of ties with Israel

A Syrian official has appeared to hint at possible normalisation with Israel after being questioned on the issue by an Israeli outlet.

Palestinians mark Nakba Day

Palestinians held marches in the occupied West Bank city of Ramallah to commemorate the Nakba — the “catastrophe” of their mass dispossession during the creation of Israel 77 years ago.

U.S. close to a nuclear accord with Iran: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that Washington was getting very close to securing a nuclear deal with Tehran, and Iran had "sort of" agreed to the terms.

Aide to Iran Leader: Tehran would forgo highly enriched uranium in nuclear agreement with Washington

Tehran is ready to sign a nuclear deal with certain conditions with President Donald Trump in exchange for lifting economic sanctions, a top adviser to Iran’s leader told NBC News on Wednesday.

Pezeshkian strongly condemns Trump’s anti-Iran rhetoric

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly centured U.S. President Donald Trump for his recent remarks against Tehran, saying that the endeavours to undermine the Islamic Republic over the past decades have failed to diminish the determination and resilience of the Iranian nation.

Putin, Trump to skip Ukraine’s peace negotiations in Istanbul

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have indicated they would not attend what could be the first direct peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv in three years on Thursday, with the Kremlin sending instead a group of experienced technocrats.

Trump says he hopes diplomacy with Iran will bring agreement

US President Donald Trump has voiced optimism that diplomatic efforts on Iran’s nuclear program would bear fruit, reiterating that he wants to "make a deal with Tehran".

Kremlin says Russian delegation will be waiting for Ukrainians in Turkey

Moscow will be sending a delegation for direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on Thursday and expects Kiev to do the same, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Wednesday.

Saudi Arabia says fully supports US-Iran negotiations

Riyadh fully supports Washington-Tehran nuclear talks and hopes for positive results, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud said on Wednesday.

Russia likely preparing major offensive in Ukraine despite peace endeavours: FT

Russia seems to be preparing a significant offensive in Ukraine as it is moving troops toward key positions on the front, the Financial Times has reported, citing undisclosed intelligence officials in Kyiv.

EU agrees on new sanctions package targeting Russian ‘shadow fleet’

EU ambassadors have agreed on the bloc's 17th package of sanctions against Russia, primarily targeting its shadow fleet of oil tankers.

Iraq releases over 19,000 prisoners under new amnesty, including ex-Daesh members

Iraq has freed more than 19,000 prisoners under a sweeping amnesty law designed to relieve pressure on its overcrowded prison system, including inmates convicted of being members of Daesh.

India expels Pakistan diplomat as war of words between nuclear-armed countries simmers in place of fighting

New Delhi has ordered a Pakistani diplomat to leave India within 24 hours as tensions simmer in the wake of heavy military exchanges between the nuclear-armed neighbours before a ceasefire was agreed last week.

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