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New Diplomacy on the Horizon: U.S. and Russia Push Ahead Without Ukraine

  In a bold shift from previous diplomatic efforts, top U.S. and Russian officials have agreed to advance negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine—even as Ukrainian representatives remain notably absent. High-level talks held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, saw U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussing the framework for future peace negotiations and steps toward restoring bilateral relations. The Trump administration’s approach, which prioritizes direct engagement with Moscow, marks a departure from longstanding principles that insisted on “nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine.” Critics in Kyiv have voiced strong opposition. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that any agreement reached without Ukraine’s participation would be unacceptable and would undermine the nation’s sovereignty. European leaders echoed these concerns, with several officials labeling the move as a dangerous precedent that could lead to a “dirty deal...

Hamas Reviews Israeli Cease-Fire Proposal Amid Escalating Conflict in Gaza


In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, there are renewed efforts to reach a cease-fire agreement. Here’s what we know:

  • Israeli Proposal: Hamas has announced that it is reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza. The details of Israel’s offer have not been disclosed, but it comes in response to a proposal from Hamas two weeks ago. Negotiations earlier this month centered on a six-week cease-fire and the release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails.

  • Egyptian Mediation: A high-level Egyptian delegation recently visited Israel, discussing a “new vision” for a prolonged cease-fire in Gaza. The discussions focused on a multi-phase plan that includes the release of hostages and the return of displaced Palestinians to their homes in northern Gaza with minimal restrictions. Egypt has warned that an Israeli offensive into Rafah could have “catastrophic consequences” for the humanitarian situation and regional peace.

  • Growing International Pressure: As casualties mount, there is increasing international pressure for both Hamas and Israel to reach an agreement. More than half of Gaza’s 2.3 million people have sought refuge in Rafah after fleeing fighting elsewhere in the territory. Israel has been considering a ground offensive into Rafah, despite calls for restraint from the international community, including the United States.

Efforts to find common ground continue, but the situation remains tense. The hope is that negotiations will lead to a larger deal to end the war and prevent further escalation in the region. Stay tuned for updates as developments unfold.


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