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"Ready To Meet Putin": Ukraine President Zelensky On Ceasefire Talks With Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Sunday he would be ready to meet Vladimir Putin for talks in Istanbul on Thursday after US President Donald Trump told him to agree to an offer of talks with Russia immediately.

Published on: 11.05.2025 17:22
Trump "Starting To Doubt" Ukraine Will Reach Ceasefire Deal With Russia

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he was "starting to doubt" that Ukraine will reach a ceasefire deal with Russia, and he urged Ukraine to meet with Russian officials in Turkey on Thursday to negotiate.

Published on: 11.05.2025 17:06
"Productive Talks": Official Says US, China Reach Deal To Cut Trade Deficit

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday reported "substantial progress" in US talks with China's top economic officials to de-escalate a damaging trade war, but offered no details of an agreement reached as two days of negotiations wrapped up.

Published on: 11.05.2025 16:57
US Teacher Gets 30 Years In Jail For Sexual Abuse Of 2 Minor Students

Prosecutors say Ma groomed the 12-year-old boy over 10 months, sending him love letters and suggestive texts, which prompted the boy's mother to alert authorities.

Published on: 11.05.2025 16:31
Taliban Suspends Chess Across Afghanistan Over Gambling Concerns

Taliban authorities have barred chess across Afghanistan until further notice over concerns it is a source of gambling, which is illegal under the government's morality law, a sports official said on Sunday.

Published on: 11.05.2025 14:57
Putin Proposes Direct Peace Talks With Ukraine After Three Years Of War

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday proposed direct talks with Ukraine aimed at ending the war, an initiative welcomed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy who said Kyiv was willing to talk but Moscow must agree to a ceasefire.

Published on: 11.05.2025 14:01
Fraudster Elizabeth Holmes' Partner Launches New Blood-Testing Company Similar To Theranos

The company is planning to start with pet health before expanding to humans, and it seeks to raise more than $50 million.

Published on: 11.05.2025 13:39
Free Flights, Cash Bonus: Inside Trump's New Plan For Migrants Who Self-Deport From US

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a new self-deportation program offering free flights and cash bonuses to undocumented migrants to help them leave America voluntarily.

Published on: 11.05.2025 13:06
Ukraine's Zelenskiy Calls On Russia To Confirm Ceasefire Before Talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on Russia on Sunday to confirm an unconditional ceasefire beginning on May 12, saying Ukraine would then be ready to meet for direct talks with Russia.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:47
Opinion: Opinion | How IAF Taught Pakistan That The Mythical 'Godzilla' Isn't Extinct After All

For military planners, India's performance provides a case study in how middle powers can effectively employ air assets to achieve limited strategic objectives while managing escalation with nuclear-armed adversaries.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:32
Illegal Acupuncture In Cybercafe Leaves Chinese Man In ICU With Punctured Lungs

The procedure was performed at a cybercafe lounge, where Gao's condition rapidly deteriorated after needle insertion, causing breathing difficulties.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:15
Pope Leo's 'No More War' Message Amid India-Pakistan Tensions

Pope Leo XIV appealed to the world's major powers for "no more war" in his first Sunday message to crowds in St. Peter's Square since his election as pontiff.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:05
Kremlin Focuses On 2022 Draft Deal For Proposed Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposed peace talks with Ukraine will take into account an abandoned 2022 draft deal between the two countries and the reality of Russia's control over almost a fifth of Ukraine, the Kremlin said on Sunday.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:02
Pope Leo XIV Reveals How AI Helped Choose His Papal Name

In an address, Pope Leo XIV explained that his name references Pope Leo XIII, who presided over the church between 1878 and 1903.

Published on: 11.05.2025 10:46
How UK Is Planning To Change Visa Rules Amid Immigration Crackdown

The UK government is planning to tighten visa requirements for migrant workers to curb the number of people coming to Britain through legal routes.

Published on: 11.05.2025 10:45
Pak Envoy Was Asked About Trump's Role In Ceasefire With India. His Reply

Pakistan's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Mohammad Faisal, during an interview with the UK's Sky News, was asked whether he could clarify the role of President Trump in the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan.

Published on: 11.05.2025 10:04
"Positive Sign": Ukraine's Zelensky Welcomes Putin's Call For Peace Talks

Calling it a "positive sign," Zelensky said that "the entire world has been waiting for this for a very long time. And the very first step in truly ending any war is a ceasefire."

Published on: 11.05.2025 09:31
Did Pakistan Admit To Pulwama Role? What Its Air Force Official Said

Amid the escalation of tension between New Delhi and Islamabad following the Pahalgam terror attack, a remark by Pakistan Air Force (PAF) spokesperson on the 2019 Pulwama terror attack is raising eyebrows.

Published on: 11.05.2025 08:53
In This US Town, A Permit Is Needed To Wear Heels Over 2 Inches

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, wearing high heels over two inches requires a permit.

Published on: 11.05.2025 08:30
"Will Work With You Both...": Donald Trump's Kashmir Offer To India, Pak

Donald Trump's Mediation Offer To India, Pak Hours After Ceasefire Agreement

Published on: 11.05.2025 06:52

News from Arabic Countries

Fact-checking Trump’s claim of securing $10 trillion in investments for US

The White House reports $5.1T in promised investments, with $4.3T newly pledged. Experts say $2.1T may not fully happen.

Published on: 11.05.2025 18:22
More than 100 dead after flooding in eastern DR Congo, officials say

The victims were mostly children and elderly people, with an additional 28 injured.

Published on: 11.05.2025 18:20
Barcelona beat Real Madrid despite Mbappe hat-trick as LaLiga title nears

Kylian Mbappe scores all Real Madrid's goals in a 4-3 defeat as Barcelona place one hand on the LaLiga title.

Published on: 11.05.2025 18:12
Merino scores then sees red as Arsenal come back to draw 2-2 at Liverpool

Arsenal earn a draw at Liverpool, recovering from being 2-0 down, but are yet to secure Champions League qualification.

Published on: 11.05.2025 18:10
Fragile truce holds between India, Pakistan after days of fierce exchanges

Ceasefire halts conflict that was spiralling towards a full-scale war.

Published on: 11.05.2025 17:56
Sudan’s army and RSF paramilitary launch attacks across war-ravaged nation

Port Sudan, el-Fasher, West Kordofan and West Darfur have all seen heavy fighting.

Published on: 11.05.2025 17:51
Is due process different for undocumented immigrants as Trump claims?

The US Constitution ensures all immigrants have due process, but rights depend on legal status and time spent in the US.

Published on: 11.05.2025 16:21
Israel kills 13, including children, amid dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza

The Israeli government and military are preparing to launch a plan to expand the ground occupation of Gaza.

Published on: 11.05.2025 16:18
James Cowan on clearing landmines and the legacy of war

Landmine-clearing NGO chief explains how explosives still kill in peacetime, why world is failing to clean up its wars.

Published on: 11.05.2025 15:28
The first American Pope

What are the implications of the first American pope?

Published on: 11.05.2025 15:21
Is Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pontiff, a registered Republican?

Leo XIV, the first American pope, voted in past Republican primaries but is not formally registered with any party.

Published on: 11.05.2025 15:10
What percentage of US toys and Christmas goods are imported from China?

Data shows that some 80 percent of all toys and 90 percent of Christmas goods sold in the US are manufactured in China.

Published on: 11.05.2025 14:46
India tried to project strength but ended up showing weakness

In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India’s image as a regional hegemon has frayed.

Published on: 11.05.2025 14:05
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,172

These are the key events on day 1,172 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 11.05.2025 14:03
Thousands of Kashmiris remain displaced despite India-Pakistan ceasefire

India-Pakistan ceasefire brings relief, but many who fled Kashmir fighting remain fearful of returning home.

Published on: 11.05.2025 13:59
Putin proposes Ukraine peace talks after Western leaders threaten sanctions

European leaders have given Russia’s president an ultimatum on agreeing to a 30-day Ukraine ceasefire.

Published on: 11.05.2025 13:36
Pope Leo XIV calls for Gaza ceasefire in first Sunday message

The new pope used phrases favoured by his predecessor, Francis, to call for an end to wars around the world.

Published on: 11.05.2025 13:27
What the Christians of the Holy Land expect from Pope Leo XIV

We hope to see in the new pope a father who will stand by our side and protect us from oppression.

Published on: 11.05.2025 13:02
Pope Leo XIV ‘deeply saddened’ by Gaza, calls for aid and a ceasefire

In his first Sunday address, Pope Leo XIV has appealed to world powers for ‘no more war.'

Published on: 11.05.2025 12:03
Iran says fourth round of ‘difficult’ nuclear talks with US ends in Oman

Foreign minister says civilian enrichment cannot be subjected to any deal as Tehran and Washington set for more talks.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:30
Trump offers to work with India, Pakistan on Kashmir ‘solution’

US president offers to mediate between nuclear-armed neighbours days after his administration helps broker a ceasefire.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:29
Heavy rains cause flooding in Somalia’s Mogadishu, killing seven

Heavy rains trigger flooding that damages roads, homes and key infrastructure in Mogadishu.

Published on: 11.05.2025 11:01
Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk says she will continue to pursue her case

Student freed from US detention after writing Gaza opinion piece says she has 'faith in American system of justice'.

Published on: 11.05.2025 09:43
Bangladesh bans activities of Awami League, the party of ousted PM Hasina

The move comes after a call for a commission to investigate the killing of protesters and establish national unity.

Published on: 11.05.2025 09:17
Week in Pictures: From India-Pakistan fighting to V-E Day anniversary

A roundup of some of last week’s events.

Published on: 11.05.2025 08:58