United States President Donald Trump said on Friday that the prime ministers of Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to halt fighting following days of deadly clashes along their disputed border, raising hopes for a return to stability in the volatile region. The announcement came after Trump held separate phone conversations with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, as tensions threatened to escalate into a broader military confrontation. In

Russia has rejected United States President Donald Trump’s recent demand for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing war with Ukraine, reaffirming its long-held conditions for peace. The Kremlin’s latest response makes clear that Moscow’s stance on the conflict remains unchanged, despite renewed diplomatic overtures from the U.S. and European allies seeking to end the devastating two-year war. Speaking at a press briefing in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismiss

Hamas has announced that it will hand over the bodies of two more Israeli hostages as part of the ongoing ceasefire deal with Israel. The group’s military wing stated that the bodies will be transferred at 10:00 PM local time after being recovered in the Gaza Strip earlier in the day. This development comes amid rising tensions following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to close the Rafah Crossing indefinitely, citing Hamas’s failure to fulfill its obligations under the

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump issued a stark public warning aimed at Hamas on Thursday, saying that if the group continues to carry out killings in parts of the Gaza Strip “we will have no choice but to go in and kill them.” The statement, delivered on social media and reiterated in later remarks, marked a notable hardening of tone after earlier comments by the president that suggested he had permitted a period of internal violence targeting criminal elements within Gaza.

The conflict in Gaza has reached another turning point after Hamas announced its agreement to release all Israeli hostages, alive or deceased, while expressing willingness to negotiate a broader peace plan proposed by President Donald Trump. The statement, delivered on Friday, signaled a potentially pivotal moment in ongoing regional negotiations, though the group’s future actions remain uncertain as deadlines approach. Hamas leaders said they are prepared to work through medi

A critical moment has arrived in the ongoing conflict as a final deadline has been issued for Hamas to agree to a peace deal and release all hostages. The ultimatum signals the most forceful warning yet that refusal to comply could bring severe consequences. The current terms are being presented as a last opportunity to secure both the release of captives and the prospect of a ceasefire that could allow humanitarian relief into affected areas. The language of the ultimatum was stark and uncompro

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that his presidency will end once the war with Russia concludes, making clear that his primary mission is to bring peace, not to extend his political career. In an interview with Axios, he emphasized, “My goal is to finish the war,” and said he would be “ready” to step down after the conflict. Elections in Ukraine have been indefinitely postp

Israel has expanded its war beyond Gaza, striking the Qatari capital Doha on Tuesday in a military operation dubbed “Summit of Fire.” The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that the airstrikes were carried out to eliminate senior Hamas leaders, who it claims have long directed operations abroad and were central to orchestrating the October 7, 2023 massacre. The military said the strike was executed in

Summary The Trump-Putin summit in Alaska ended without solving the Ukraine war. Two possible outcomes have emerged: Ukraine could become a smaller but sovereign nation with Western protection, or it could lose both land and indepen

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington to meet with US vice-president JD Vance and House speaker Mike Johnson, following his announcement that he will nominate US president Donald Trump for the Nobel peace prize. The meetings come at a crucial time as the Gaza conflict continues, and tensions with Iran remain high. Netanyahu’s day began with a morning meeting at Blair House with JD Vance. This was followed by a discussion with Mike Johnson at the Capitol.

  In a significant development after days of escalating conflict, Israel has officially agreed to a bilateral ceasefire proposed by former US President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office issued a statement early this morning confirming that the Israeli government would comply with the ceasefire agreement in light of what it described as the successful achievement of its objectives related to the recent military strikes on Iran’s nuclear

  A fragile and tense ceasefire may be emerging in the Middle East after days of intense military escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States. Hours after Iran launched missiles targeting the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, President Donald Trump announced on social media that both Iran and Israel had agreed to a total ceasefire. However, neither Iran nor Israel officially confirmed the agreement through diplomatic channels. Iranian state media claimed that the Islami

President Donald Trump’s authorization of military strikes on three key Iranian nuclear sites has triggered strong reactions across the world. In a national address on Saturday night, Trump declared that the targeted nuclear enrichment facilities were “completely and totally obliterated,” warning that Iran must choose peace or face “far greater and a lot easier” future strikes. He called Iran “the bully of the Middle East” and framed the military acti

In a dramatic turn of events that brought relief to millions and caught the attention of the world, India and Pakistan agreed to a full ceasefire after four days of intense hostilities across the border. The ceasefire, effective from 5 PM on May 10, 2025, includes a complete stop to military action across land, air, and sea. The announcement came just hours after United States President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to declare the success of a US-mediated peace effort.

In a significant development in South Asia’s tense geopolitical climate, India and Pakistan have agreed to a conditional ceasefire. According to sources within the Indian government, the proposal for a ceasefire was initiated by Pakistan. The Indian side has agreed to the temporary halt in military action, but only under specific conditions. This move does not signal a shift in India’s broader diplomatic strategy toward Pakistan, particularly in matters concerning national securit

The tense standoff between India and Pakistan continues to escalate as cross-border firing along the Line of Control (LoC) entered its 12th straight night. In response to the deteriorating situation, the United Nations Security Council began closed-door consultations after Pakistan formally raised the issue, prompting UN Secretary-General António Guterres to express concern. This prolonged stretch of unprovoked firing from Pakistani posts has targeted Indian Army positions in

Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point following the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025. In what is now being described as one of the worst attacks on tourists in recent memory, 26 people, including a Nepali national, were gunned down in the Baisaran Valley, a scenic hilltop location often called “Mini Switzerland” for its lush landscapes and popularity among travelers. Since the day after the attack, the

India and Pakistan find themselves in a renewed phase of tension following a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and a subsequent series of ceasefire violations across the International Border and the Line of Control (LoC). This recent spike in hostilities has cast a shadow over diplomatic relations, with a series of political, military, and humanitarian developments rapidly unfolding. On the intervening night of April 29 and 30, the Pakistan Army initiated unpr

US Vice President JD Vance began his four-day visit to India on Monday, launching a strategic mission to deepen trade, defense, and energy partnerships with the South Asian nation. Arriving in New Delhi with his wife Usha and their children, Vance is engaging in high-level meetings and cultural visits, underscoring the personal and diplomatic importance of the trip. At the center of this visit is a scheduled meeting between Vance and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders are expected to

A significant diplomatic breakthrough emerged as US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in a pivotal one-hour phone call, resulting in a limited ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine. The ceasefire, while partial, marks a crucial step toward a more comprehensive peace settlement in the ongoing conflict. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the development on Thursday, expressing optimism that a "lasting ceasefire" was