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Peace Talks Falter as New Strikes Shake Ukraine

President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan receives the heads of delegations participating in the UAE hosted trilateral talks between the United States, Russia and Ukraine, Director of the Office of the President of Ukraine Kirill Budanov, United States Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov, Chief of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Igor Kostyukov, and Jared Kushner at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi. US‑mediated negotiations aimed at easing the war in Ukraine ended abruptly without an agreement after Russia launched a series of overnight airstrikes that hit multiple Ukrainian cities and energy facilities. The renewed bombardment intensified pressure on the talks, which had been viewed as a tentative step toward de‑escalation. Diplomats from both sides described the discussions as “constructive but inconclusive,” noting that major sticking points — in...

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Israel Orders Evacuation of Gaza Humanitarian Zone Amid Ongoing Conflict

 

The Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of part of the Gaza Strip’s humanitarian zone, citing the presence of Hamas militants who have embedded themselves in the area. This zone, located in the southern Gaza Strip, has been a refuge for many Palestinians displaced by the ongoing conflict.

The evacuation order affects the eastern part of the al-Muwasi humanitarian zone. The Israeli military stated that Hamas militants have been using this area to launch rockets towards Israel, necessitating the evacuation to ensure civilian safety and to target the militants more effectively.

The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, with many residents living in makeshift camps lacking basic sanitation and medical facilities. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement, with over 38,900 people reported dead since the war began.

Negotiations for a cease-fire continue, with efforts from Egypt, Qatar, and the United States to mediate a phased agreement between Israel and Hamas. Despite these efforts, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza persists, exacerbated by the ongoing military operations and the deteriorating living conditions for its residents.

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