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Kurdish Militia Lays Down Arms: Ceasefire Unfolds After Leader’s Plea to End 50-Year Turkish Conflict
The Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) militia has declared an immediate ceasefire, following a call from its jailed leader Abdullah Ocalan to lay down arms and dissolve the group. The declaration could bring an end to a decades-long conflict that has killed at least 40,000 people and affected multiple neighboring countries, if accepted by Turkey. Read the full story here
Luxon Weighs In: NZ Leader Backs Ukraine Amid Heated Trump-Zelenskyy Exchange
US President Donald Trump had a robust meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with Trump stating "You're either going to make a deal or we're out". The meeting was meant to ease tensions but instead left them inflamed, with Trump warning that the situation could lead to World War Three if not handled properly, according to Agence France-Presse. Read the full story here
Turkey Sees Glimmer of Hope as Kurdish Rebels Announce Historic Truce
The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has declared a ceasefire in Turkey, potentially marking a significant development in the country's 40-year insurgency. The announcement comes after the PKK's imprisoned leader, Abdullah Ocalan, called for the group to disarm and disband, sparking hopes for a peaceful resolution to the conflict that has claimed tens of thousands of lives since 1984. Read the full story here
Ukraine’s President Stands Firm: No Apology to Trump After Tense White House Encounter
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declined to apologize to President Donald Trump after a heated exchange in the Oval Office, which led to the cancellation of a planned economic partnership deal. Zelenskyy stated that he respects the American people and the president, but does not think he did anything wrong, and therefore will not apologize to Trump. Read the full story here
Zelensky’s Social Media Diplomacy: A Tweet-by-Tweet Thank You to Ukraine’s Global Allies
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has taken to social media to express gratitude towards world leaders who have supported Ukraine. He is thanking pro-Ukraine leaders one tweet at a time. Zelensky's Twitter diplomacy comes after his recent clashes with Donald Trump and Rick Vance. His tweets aim to acknowledge and appreciate the international support Ukraine has received. Read the full story here
Canberra Stands by Kyiv Amid US Diplomatic Fallout
The Australian government has expressed its support for Ukraine after a contentious meeting between Ukraine's President and a senior US official. The meeting at the Oval Office reportedly ended in disagreement over US military aid to Ukraine. The Australian government's statement reaffirmed its commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, amidst ongoing international tensions in the region. Read the full story here
Zelensky Refuses to Back Down Amid White House Tensions, Offers Surprising Nod to Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made his first public comments after his meeting with President Donald Trump, thanking the US for their support and responding to calls to step down. Zelensky stated he would not leave office over the dispute, as this decision can only be made by the people of Ukraine, and emphasized the importance of security guarantees in any agreement with the US. Read the full story here
European Leaders Rally Around Zelenskyy Amid Trump Criticism
Italy's leader, Giorgia Meloni, has called for an EU-U.S. summit to address deep divisions with Washington, citing the need for diplomacy on issues like Ukraine. European leaders, including Keir Starmer and Viktor Orbán, have differing views on the matter, with some supporting Ukraine and others praising Trump for promoting peace. Read the full story here
Western Allies Rally Around Ukraine Amid Heightened US-Ukraine Tensions
European leaders have expressed unity in their support for Ukraine, following a confrontation between US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. The leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The show of unity comes amidst rising tensions between the US and Ukraine, with European leaders seeking to reassure Kyiv of their continued diplomatic support. The situation remains a topic of international concern and continues to evolve. Read the full story here
Melting Point: Colombia’s Glacier Loss Signals a Chilling New Era
Colombia's glaciers are disappearing at an alarming rate due to rising global temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. The Sierra Nevada del Cocuy, one of the country's six remaining glaciers, has lost over 90% of its ice since the 19th century. The loss of these glaciers poses a significant threat to the country's water supply, with many communities relying on them for their main source of water. Experts predict that Colombia could lose all its glaciers…