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Tragedy on Libya’s Coast as Migrant Bodies Wash Ashore

  FILE PHOTO: Migrants aboard an overcrowded boat are approached by the crew of the migrant search and rescue ship Sea-Watch 5, operated by the German NGO Sea-Watch, during a rescue operation in the Search and Rescue (SAR) zone in the central Mediterranean, off Libya. At least five migrants, including two women, were found washed ashore in the coastal town of Qasr al-Akhyar, east of Libya’s capital, Tripoli. Local police reported that the bodies were discovered along the Emhamid Al-Sharif shore, a location where residents first spotted them and alerted authorities.  According to police investigator Hassan Al-Ghawil, a child’s body had also briefly washed ashore but was pulled back into the sea by strong waves, prompting the coast guard to continue searching the area. All of the recovered individuals were described as dark‑skinned, underscoring the ongoing dangers faced by migrants attempting perilous Mediterranean crossings.  The incident highlights the persistent huma...

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Kremlin and Trump: Navigating Ukraine Peace Talks Amid Tensions

The Kremlin has announced ongoing efforts to collaborate with the United States on a potential peace settlement in Ukraine, despite recent tensions sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks about Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump expressed frustration after Putin criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's credibility, suggesting secondary tariffs on Russian oil buyers as a potential consequence.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov emphasized that Moscow remains committed to working with Washington to rebuild bilateral relations and explore ideas for resolving the Ukrainian conflict. While progress is reportedly being made, Peskov acknowledged the complexity of the process and the absence of concrete details at this stage.

Trump, who has positioned himself as a peacemaker, reiterated his desire to end the three-year conflict in Ukraine, warning of the risks of escalation into a global confrontation. Despite his disappointment with Putin, Trump expressed optimism about gradual progress in the negotiations.

The situation underscores the delicate balance of diplomacy required to address the ongoing crisis, with both leaders navigating their respective frustrations and aspirations for peace.

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