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Territorial Disputes Dominate Geneva Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll sit before closed-door talks with Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak  (not pictured) on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, at the US Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine convened in Geneva for a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, with territorial disputes emerging as the central point of contention. The discussions, held over two days, come amid heightened pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged Kyiv to “come to the table fast” in pursuit of a settlement.  Both sides remain deeply divided over land claims, which have become the primary obstacle to progress. The Kremlin has signaled that territorial issues will dominate the agenda, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced concerns that Kyiv is facing disproportionate p...

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Tragic Toll: 274 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Raid to Rescue Hostages

 

In a devastating operation, at least 274 Palestinians, including dozens of children, lost their lives during an Israeli raid that successfully rescued four hostages held by Hamas. The complex daytime operation unfolded deep in central Gaza, where Israeli forces faced heavy fire. The toll of this rescue mission underscores the immense cost of conflict in the region, adding to the already soaring casualties from the 8-month-old war ignited by Hamas’ earlier attack. The situation remains fraught, with scores of hostages believed to be held in densely populated areas or within Hamas’ intricate tunnel network, making rescues perilous and complex.

The tragic scenes at Gaza hospitals reveal the chaos and carnage. Overwhelmed medical facilities were already grappling with treating the wounded from days of intense Israeli strikes. Children, burnt and in shock, screamed for their parents. Amidst this horror, a special forces officer was killed during the operation, emphasizing the risks faced by those involved.

This grim incident serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of conflict and the urgent need for peace in the region. Our hearts go out to the families affected by this tragedy, and we hope for a future where such devastating operations are no longer necessary.

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