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Territorial Disputes Dominate Geneva Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll sit before closed-door talks with Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak  (not pictured) on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, at the US Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine convened in Geneva for a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, with territorial disputes emerging as the central point of contention. The discussions, held over two days, come amid heightened pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged Kyiv to “come to the table fast” in pursuit of a settlement.  Both sides remain deeply divided over land claims, which have become the primary obstacle to progress. The Kremlin has signaled that territorial issues will dominate the agenda, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced concerns that Kyiv is facing disproportionate p...

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Chaos in Karachi: Over 200 Prisoners Escape Amid Earthquake Panic


In a dramatic turn of events, more than 200 inmates escaped from the District Malir prison in Karachi, Pakistan, after a series of earthquake tremors caused panic among prisoners and guards alike. The jailbreak unfolded late Monday night and continued into the early hours of Tuesday, as prisoners were temporarily allowed out of their cells for safety reasons.

Seizing the opportunity, the inmates overpowered prison staff, snatched weapons, and forced open the main gate after a shootout, evading paramilitary forces. The escape resulted in at least one prisoner being killed and three guards wounded. 

Authorities have since launched a massive manhunt, with local police managing to recapture around 80 of the escapees. However, many remain at large, prompting officials to urge them to surrender or face severe legal consequences. 

The jailbreak, described as one of the largest in Pakistan’s history, has raised concerns over prison security and emergency protocols. Officials are now investigating the incident, with provincial leaders criticizing the decision to allow prisoners out of their cells during the tremors. 

As Karachi reels from the chaos, law enforcement agencies continue their efforts to restore order and track down the remaining fugitives.

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