By The Smartencyclopedia Staff & Agencies
Top Stories:
- Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces that 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in the ongoing war with Russia. This is the first time Kyiv has confirmed the number of casualties.
- Gaza: An active-duty US Air Force member sets himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in Washington D.C. in protest against the war in Gaza. He is in critical condition.
- Israel-Gaza: Israel reportedly sends a delegation to Qatar for potential hostage exchange talks with Hamas, aiming for a temporary ceasefire.
- Gaza: The Palestinian Health Ministry warns of “extremely catastrophic” health conditions in northern Gaza due to lack of fuel and essential supplies.
News in Brief:
- Israeli PM Netanyahu hints at delaying ground attack in Gaza if Hamas shows “reasonableness.”
- UN warns of potential famine in Gaza if aid access isn’t facilitated.
- Israel vows continued strikes against Hezbollah even if a ceasefire with Hamas is reached.
- Houthi rebels in Yemen accuse US and UK of airstrikes causing civilian casualties.
- UAE provides medical aid to Palestinians injured in Gaza conflict.
- Senegalese opposition holds symbolic vote protesting election postponement.
- NATO launches maritime exercise off southern Italy.
- Qatar secures release of Austrian national detained in Afghanistan.
- Israel to submit report to International Court of Justice (ICJ).
- Burkina Faso mourns at least 15 killed in suspected church attack.
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Business & Economy:
- ECOWAS lifts sanctions on Guinea following progress on democratic transition.
- Libyan oil guards shut down production facilities in pay dispute.
Note: This article summarizes news from various sources. It does not endorse or verify any specific claims.