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Hamas agrees to 60-day Gaza ceasefire proposal, hostage deal with Israel amid ongoing conflict

The Egyptian Foreign Minister said mediators are making vigorous efforts to revive a US-backed proposal for a 60-day ceasefire, under which some hostages would be freed initially while both sides negotiate a permanent truce and the release of the remaining captives. Gaza City: In a potential breakthrough in the Gaza conflict, Hamas has agreed to a proposal put forward by Arab mediators for a 60-day ceasefire and a hostage-release deal with Israel. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said mediators are "exerting extensive efforts" to revive a US proposal for a 60-day ceasefire, during which some hostages would be released and the…

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‘I have ended six wars, including India-Pak, and this is the toughest’: Trump on Russia-Ukraine war

The latest meeting between the two leaders follows Trump's Friday talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, after which he stated that it is now up to Zelenskyy to agree to concessions that he believes could bring the war to an end. Washington: US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy voiced optimism on Monday that high-level discussions held at the White House with Ukrainian and European leaders may pave the way for trilateral negotiations involving Russian President Vladimir Putin. The latest meeting between the two leaders follows Trump's Friday talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, after which he…

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Zelenskyy open to Ukraine elections after peace deal, stresses security and nationwide ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed readiness to hold national elections, but only after a peace deal and full security are ensured. During his meeting with US President Donald Trump, he emphasised the need for a nationwide truce to enable safe and democratic voting. New Delhi: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that he is open to holding national elections in Ukraine, but only once a peace agreement is in place and the necessary security conditions are met. Emphasising the importance of safety for democratic processes, Zelenskyy said elections must be conducted under stable circumstances, free from the threat of…

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Zelenskyy says he’s open for trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin to end Russia-Ukraine war

Trump meets Zelenskyy: During the meeting with Trump, Zelenskyy signaled that he's open to having a trilateral meeting with Trump and Putin to negotiate end to Russia-Ukraine war. Washington: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met US President Donald Trump in Washington as the US administration attempted to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine in their war’s fourth year. Zelenskyy arrived at the White House to meet US President Donald Trump. A short while ago, European leaders too arrived. This comes after the US President's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska last week.  During the meeting with Trump, Zelenskyy signaled that…

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Zelenskyy ahead of meeting Trump: ‘The US President has strength to force Russia into peace’

Earlier in the day, Zelenskyy met the US Presidential Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, in Washington ahead of the meeting with Trump. Washington: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday said that the US President has the strength to force Russia to stop the ongoing war and bring peace in the region. The statement from Zelenskyy comes ahead of his meeting with President Trump at the White House on Monday. Zelenskyy says Trump has strength to force Russia into peace "Russia can only be forced into peace through strength, and President Trump has that strength," he wrote…

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Three Killed in Florida Turnpike crash after semi-truck illegal u-turn; Indian-origin driver faces backlash

According to preliminary reports, the deadly crash was caused by a semi-truck driver, a Sikh man, whose identity has not yet been revealed. New Delhi: A tragic collision on Florida’s Turnpike left three people dead Saturday afternoon after a semi-truck made an illegal U-turn, officials confirmed. The accident involved a semi-truck jackknifing and landing on top of a black 2015 Chrysler Town & Country minivan, causing fatal injuries to the occupants of the passenger vehicle. The crash occurred near the 170-mile marker on the northbound lanes of the Turnpike in St. Lucie County at around 3 p.m., according to the…

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Two Utah police officers killed, third wounded in Tremonton shooting; suspect in custody

Two police officers were killed and a third wounded in a shooting while responding to a domestic disturbance in Tremonton, Utah, adding to recent police-involved shootings in the state. New Delhi: Two police officers were shot and killed, and a third officer was wounded, Sunday night in Tremonton, Utah, while responding to a domestic disturbance call, authorities confirmed Monday. A suspect has been taken into custody following the incident, according to official reports. The officers arrived at a neighbourhood near North Park Elementary School at approximately 9:30 p.m. and were immediately met with gunfire, Brigham City Police Detective Crystal Beck…

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Trump vows to eliminate mail-in ballots, voting machines ahead of 2026 midterms

President Trump announced plans to sign an executive order banning mail-in ballots and voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterms, calling for a return to paper ballots to ensure election integrity. New Delhi: President Donald J. Trump announced on Monday his intent to sign an executive order aimed at eliminating mail-in ballots and electronic voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. In a detailed statement released on social media, Trump stated, “I am going to lead a movement to get rid of MAIL-IN BALLOTS, and also, while we’re at it, Highly ‘Inaccurate,’ Very Expensive, and Seriously Controversial VOTING MACHINES……

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Russia-Ukraine war: Trump pushes for peace as EU’s support for Zelenskyy raises eyebrows

Trump informed Zelenskyy about the progress of a potential peace agreement to end the conflict. During their phone conversation, Trump invited Zelenskyy to the US for further discussions. Zelenskyy, in turn, requested the participation of European Union leaders at the negotiating table. New Delhi: Global powers, including the United States and the European Union, are gathering at the White House to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, following a key meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. After the deliberations, Trump informed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the progress of a potential peace agreement to end the…

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Trump-Zelenskyy talks to include European leaders; Putin agrees on NATO-like security for Ukraine

France President Emmanuel Macron said the European leaders will press Trump to reinforce Ukraine by providing better training and equipment to its armed forces. He said Trump will also be asked to back a plan drafted by the Ukraine leaders in favour of Ukraine. New Delhi: Key leaders of Europe and NATO nations could be on the negotiation table with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his upcoming meeting with US President Donald Trump in Washington. Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and Finland are showing strong support for the Ukrainian president after he was left out of Trump’s meeting with Russian President…

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