Russian Airstrikes Kill at Least 20 as Kyiv and Moscow Announce Rival Ceasefires
Russia launched new airstrikes on Ukraine killing at least 20, while both sides announced competing ceasefire proposals with no coordination between them.
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Russia and Ukraine Announce Contradictory Ceasefire Plans as Fighting Continues
Russia and Ukraine each announced separate ceasefire proposals on the same day, but the plans diverge on key terms. Fighting continues on the ground as international observers call for genuine peace efforts.
US Sinks Seven Iranian Boats as Truce Prospects Dim, Markets Slide
US military sinks seven Iranian small boats while Iran launches new attacks on the UAE and ships in the Strait of Hormuz, sending global stocks lower and oil prices higher as ceasefire hopes fade.
Putin and Zelenskiy Declare Rival Ceasefires Around Victory Day
Russia and Ukraine announced competing ceasefire plans on May 4, with Russia proposing a May 8-10 truce for Victory Day commemorations, while Ukraine declared an earlier ceasefire starting May 6, creating a diplomatic contest over timing.
Russia Declares Victory Day Truce in Ukraine, but Threatens to Strike Back at Any Disruption
Russia announces a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany in WWII, but threatens to strike back at Kyiv if it attempts to disrupt the festivities.
Israeli Airstrikes Kill 13 in Southern Lebanon, Ceasefire Undermined
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill at least 13 people including women and a child, as the fragile ceasefire extension continues to be violated.
Trump Tells Congress Iran Ceasefire Means He No Longer Needs War Authorization
President Trump writes to Congress claiming hostilities with Iran ‘have terminated’ due to a ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorization for military action.
Trump Tells Congress Ceasefire Means He Does Not Need Authorization for Iran War
Trump writes to Congress that hostilities with Iran ‘have terminated’ due to the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorization under the War Powers Resolution.
White House: Iran Ceasefire Halts 60-Day War Authorization Clock
The White House announced that the Iran ceasefire has paused the countdown on the 60-day war authorization deadline, with Defense Secretary Hegseth saying the ‘clock is paused’ amid bipartisan congressional debate.
Trump Administration Says Iran War Has Been 'Terminated' Before 60-Day Deadline
The Trump administration officially declares its military operations against Iran have been ’terminated,’ ending months of conflict before the 60-day war authorization expires.