Al Sharaa becomes first Syria leader to visit White House since 1946
“Part of the president’s efforts in diplomacy to meet with anyone around the world in the pursuit of peace.”
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Israel confirms recovery of soldier’s remains from 2014 Gaza war
Israel has recovered the remains of soldier Hadar Goldin, killed in 2014, after 11 years of negotiations and family appeals.
Tehran to face major water cuts as Iranian officials respond to drought
Iranian officials warned of water cuts in parts of Tehran as drought worsens. Authorities plan rotating rationing, with 62% of the city’s supply from declining underground sources, raising fears of potential evacuation.
Hamas returns remains of soldier to Israel, believed killed in 2014
Israel received the remains of soldier Hadar Goldin, killed in 2014 and held in Gaza for 11 years. Netanyahu called it a relief for his grieving family.
Inside Trump’s reported battles with sleep during Oval Office hours
Video footage showed Trump appearing to nod off during an Oval Office event, prompting Democratic criticism and a White House denial that the president was asleep.
Kenyan President seeks Zelensky’s help to free Kenyans recruited by Russia
Ruto called Moscow’s recruitment of Kenyans “a reckless venture.”
Philippines receives first battery of Indian BrahMos supersonic missiles
The first missile battery was demonstrated during a ceremony marking the 75th anniversary of the Philippine Marine Corps.
Afghanistan-Pakistan peace talks collapse but ceasefire holds
“Negotiations had failed due to Islamabad insisting that Afghanistan assume responsibility for Pakistan’s internal security.”
UK Home Sec. plans major immigration overhaul inspired by Denmark
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is preparing a sweeping reform of the UK’s immigration system modeled after Denmark’s strict asylum policies.
US, UN lift terror sanctions on Syria’s president ahead of White House visit
The United States has lifted global terrorist sanctions on Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa ahead of his upcoming meeting with President Donald Trump, marking a major step toward Syria’s reintegration into the international community.