What’s Trump’s plan for the Middle East?
All US presidents say they want to avoid Middle East conflicts. But is Trump setting himself up for more war and turmoil?
US and Russia begin talks in Saudi Arabia on Ukraine ceasefire
Uncertainty remains over how and when 30-day halt on energy strikes would take effect amid a gulf on expectations
US and Russian officials have begun talks in Saudi Arabia as Donald Trump pushes to broker a limited ceasefire that Washington hopes will mark the first step toward lasting peace in Ukraine.
Ukraine and Russia have agreed in principle to a one-month halt on strikes on energy infrastructure after Trump spoke with the countries’ leaders last week. But uncertainty remains over how and when the partial ceasefire would take effect – and whether its scope would extend beyond energy infrastructure to include other critical sites, such as hospitals, bridges, and vital utilities.
Continue reading...Scientists peeked underneath an iceberg and found a startling kaleidoscope of marine life – National Geographic
- Scientists peeked underneath an iceberg and found a startling kaleidoscope of marine life National Geographic
- Another giant iceberg breaks free leading to 'amazing' seabed find Oceanographic Magazine
- Iceberg break from Antarctica reveals seafloor full of rare and vibrant ocean creatures Earth.com
- An Iceberg Detached From Antarctica, Revealing A Never-Before-Seen Ecosystem Of Deep Sea Life IFLScience
- A huge iceberg broke off Antarctica. What scientists found under it startled them. The Washington Post
As Netanyahu fires Shin Bet chief, right-wing Israelis join mass protests against PM – The Times of Israel
- As Netanyahu fires Shin Bet chief, right-wing Israelis join mass protests against PM The Times of Israel
- Inciting against Shin Bet chief, Netanyahu and ministers aim to intimidate defense chiefs Haaretz
- Israel anti-government protests flare after dismissal of top security agency chief Reuters
- Ben Gvir denies physical confrontation with Shin Bet chief during security meeting The Times of Israel
- Netanyahu dismisses Israeli domestic intelligence chief CBS News
Ekrem İmamoğlu: jailed rival to Turkish president who could emerge stronger
Istanbul mayor has become the only politician capable of challenging Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the ballot box
When crowds of police arrived at the residence of the Istanbul mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, to arrest him in a dawn raid last week, his response was calm and deliberate. The mayor of Turkey’s largest city – a longtime rival of the president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan – issued a video message to his supporters, filming himself as he put on a crisp white shirt and tie to be dressed for his detention.
“A small group is trying to usurp the will of the people,” he said. “I will stand strong.”
Continue reading...Mark Carney laments Canada’s lost friendship with US in visit to 9/11 town
Canadian PM makes remarks on visit to Newfoundland town that sheltered US airline passengers after attacks
Mark Carney has lamented Canada’s lost friendship with the United States as he visited the town that sheltered thousands of stranded American airline passengers after the 9/11 attacks.
The Canadian prime minister’s visit to Gander, Newfoundland, on the second day of a national election campaign comes against the backdrop of a trade war and sovereignty threats from Donald Trump.
Continue reading...Turkiye detains over 1,100 as Erdogan blames ‘evil’ opposition for protests
Despite the crackdown, opposition activists promise to ‘not back down’, urging more people to take to streets.
Could Istanbul’s arrested mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu become Turkey’s next president? – Euronews
- Could Istanbul's arrested mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu become Turkey's next president? Euronews
- Protests in Turkey Over Istanbul Mayor’s Detention: What to Know About the Turmoil The New York Times
- Turkey's opposition leader visits jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu ABC News
- In photos and videos: Turkey cracks down on protests after Erdogan rival is jailed The Washington Post
- Turkey detains journalists as protests grow over the jailing of key Erdogan rival The Associated Press
HIV and AIDS deaths could increase globally amid US aid freeze, UN says
US President Donald Trump put almost all US foreign aid on hold upon taking office.
US cuts to HIV aid will cost millions of lives – UNAids chief
Funding cuts could lead to an added 2,000 new HIV infections each day, Winnie Byanyima warns.
Friend recalls final moments of South African pilot before air show crash
Decorated test pilot James O'Connell was in a "good frame of mind" prior to the crash, the BBC is told.
Spring Statement: No tax rises and no return to austerity, but will it last? – BBC.com
- Spring Statement: No tax rises and no return to austerity, but will it last? BBC.com
- Britons cutting back on spending as confidence in economy falls, survey shows The Guardian
- Reeves’ gloomy Spring Statement to set stage for autumn austerity Financial Times
- UK chancellor will double down despite growing opposition POLITICO Europe
- Loyalty Test Awaits UK’s Labour in Crucial Week for Chancellor Bloomberg
The Indian scholar arrested in US over father-in-law’s Hamas link
Friends and family of Badar Khan Suri in India say they are shocked by the terror charges against him.
Carney says he is available for call with Trump, but on Canada’s terms – Reuters Canada
- Carney says he is available for call with Trump, but on Canada's terms Reuters Canada
- Canadian PM slams Trump's "unjustified" tariffs Axios
- Mark Carney Issues Canada Ultimatum to Donald Trump Newsweek
- Carney Warns Trump ‘Wants to Break Us’ as High-Stakes Canadian Election Begins Bloomberg
- Canada PM says he's available to talk to Trump but he thinks Trump is waiting for election The Times of India
Russia and US conclude marathon Ukraine war talks in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh
US officials now expected to meet Ukrainian counterparts again as Trump signals rare earth minerals deal in view.
Cyberattack disrupts train ticket sales in Ukraine – TechCrunch
- Cyberattack disrupts train ticket sales in Ukraine TechCrunch
- Ukraine sees Russian effort to sow chaos as cyberattack hits rail service Reuters
- Cyberattack takes down Ukrainian state railway’s online services BleepingComputer
- Ukrainian Railways hit by 'large-scale, targeted cyberattack' Kyiv Independent
- "Ukrzaliznytsia" announced when online services will be restored after a large-scale cyberattack Українські Національні Новини
Israeli strike kills Al Jazeera journalist Hossam Shabat in Gaza
Video from Gaza’s Beit Lahiya shows the aftermath of an Israeli strike that killed Al Jazeera journalist Hossam Shabat.
Turkey protests are about far more than fate of Istanbul’s mayor
Freedom and democracy have been steadily eroded in the Erdogan era, writes Orla Guerin.
Pentagon orders second Navy carrier group to the Middle East – Task & Purpose
- Pentagon orders second Navy carrier group to the Middle East Task & Purpose
- U.S. Directs a Second Aircraft Carrier to the Middle East The Wall Street Journal
- Hegseth beefs up warship presence in the Middle East and will have 2 aircraft carriers in the region The Associated Press
- San Diego aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson diverted to Middle East for possible airstrikes against Houthi rebels The San Diego Union-Tribune
- US aircraft carriers may change Middle East balance of power - analysis The Jerusalem Post
Chad condemns Sudan’s airport threat as ‘declaration of war’
A Sudanese general said Chad's airports were legitimate targets because they were used to supply weapons.