Russia ignores Ukraine ceasefire and attacks kindergarten Ukrainian President Zelensky said Russia has “spurned the ceasefire” and launched attacks including one on a kindergarten. Kyiv is deciding on further action to take. Zelensky previously announced that Ukrainian forces captured territory using only robots and drones, demonstrating the future potential of unmanned warfare. Source: BBC World
[Brief] Commerce chief Lutnick to face Epstein grilling in closed-door interview – US politics live - The Guardian US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is set to face questioning about the Epstein case in a closed-door interview. Source: Google News
[Brief] Sudan accuses Ethiopia and UAE of orchestrating drone attacks on airport - BBC Sudan accused Ethiopia and the UAE of orchestrating drone attacks on the capital airport, raising regional tensions. Source: Google News
[Brief] The future Pope Leo XIV grew up amid a changing Chicago - National Catholic Reporter A look at how Pope Leo XIV grew up in a changing Chicago and how it shaped his worldview, one year into his papacy. Source: Google News
[Brief] Trump administration axes fast-track training for new ICE recruits - Politico The Trump administration has axed fast-track training for new ICE recruits, sparking debate over law enforcement efficiency. Source: Google News
[Brief] Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio governor Vivek Ramaswamy, a staunch Trump ally, won the Republican nomination for Ohio governor in closely watched primary contests. Source: BBC World
Global shares advance and oil prices slip as hopes grow for ending war with Iran - AP News Global stock markets rallied and oil prices fell on Tuesday on growing hopes of a US-Iran peace deal. According to AP News, after the Washington Post and Wall Street Journal reported progress in peace talks, Wall Street reacted positively. Dow futures surged 500 points and Nasdaq futures rose over 1 percent. International oil prices dropped approximately 6 percent, with both Brent and WTI crude futures falling sharply. Oil prices that had spiked on Iran tensions quickly reversed on peace expectations. ...
Trump orders military to pause Strait of Hormuz mission to allow time for peace talks - The Washington Post President Trump has ordered the military to pause its mission in the Strait of Hormuz to allow time for ongoing peace negotiations with Iran. According to the Washington Post, this decision marks a significant shift in tensions. The US and Iran had been in an escalating military standoff in the region for weeks, raising concerns about energy supply security. ...
[Flash] Russia Continues Drone Strikes Despite Ukraine Ceasefire Russia has launched dozens of drones at Ukrainian targets despite Kyiv’s announcement of a unilateral ceasefire, the Associated Press reported. Ukraine had declared a ceasefire ahead of Victory Day commemorations, but Moscow has not reciprocated. The strikes killed dozens of people before the ceasefire could take full effect, highlighting the stark divergence between the two sides’ positions. Analysts note that Russia’s refusal to halt attacks suggests it maintains battlefield momentum, while Ukraine’s unilateral ceasefire is driven more by diplomatic and humanitarian considerations. The ceasefire standoff appears unlikely to resolve in the near term. ...
[Flash] Lutnick to Be Questioned on Epstein Ties US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will face closed-door questioning from congressional lawmakers regarding his connections to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, The Guardian reported. The hearing, led by the House Oversight Committee, is expected to focus on Lutnick’s role and business dealings related to the Epstein case. This marks the first time a senior Trump cabinet official will be formally questioned on Epstein-related documents. ...