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Zelenskyy Announces US June Deadline for Ukraine Peace Deal Amid Russian Energy Attacks
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy states the US has set a June deadline for a peace deal as Russia launches new attacks on energy sites, prompting emergency power outages across Ukraine. Kyiv residents remain wary of peace prospects due to continued strikes on the energy grid.
This exacerbates Ukraine's energy crisis from Russian infrastructure assaults.
Russian Drone Strike Kills 15 in Dnipro, Ukraine
A Russian drone hit a minibus carrying mineworkers in Dnipro, killing at least 15 and injuring seven. This is part of intensified Russo-Ukrainian war strikes including on Kharkiv.
Ukraine schedules nationwide emergency blackouts due to damaged thermal power stations.
Japan's Sanae Takaichi Wins Snap Election as First Female Prime Minister
Sanae Takaichi secures a majority in Japan's snap election, becoming the country's first elected female PM. The victory marks a historic shift in Japanese politics.
Coverage highlights her rapid rise to leadership.
Protests Erupt Against Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics in Milan
Protesters in Milan rally against the 'unsustainable' 2026 Winter Olympics, firing flares and smoke bombs at police. Demonstrations cite environmental and cost concerns during the ongoing Games.
The Olympics kicked off recently in Italy.
Canada Wins First Medal at 2026 Winter Olympics
Canada captures bronze in women’s 3000m speed skating at the Milano-Cortina Olympics. The mixed doubles curling team ends with an 8-4 win over Switzerland despite overall disappointment.
Short-track skater William Dandjinou eyes breakout stardom.
Storm Marta Batters Spain and Portugal After Deadly Floods
Storm Marta causes widespread flooding in Spain’s Andalusia and kills an emergency worker in Portugal. It follows Storm Leonardo's battering of streets and homes.
Aerial footage shows extensive damage in the Iberian peninsula.
Rapid Support Forces Bombings Kill Dozens in Sudan Civil War
At least 22 killed in a bombing at a South Kordofan military hospital; 24 including children die in a drone strike near Er Rahad. These escalate the Kordofan Campaign in Sudan's civil war.
Attacks target displaced families and medical sites.
Iran Seizes Foreign Oil Tankers in Persian Gulf Amid Middle East Crisis
IRGC Navy captures two tankers for alleged fuel smuggling, detaining 15 crew members. This occurs during US military buildup and Gaza conflict.
Israeli airstrikes continue hitting Gaza City buildings.
Pakistan Suicide Bombing Kills 31 at Islamabad Shi’ite Mosque
A suicide bomber attacks a Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad, killing at least 31 and injuring dozens. The incident heightens sectarian tensions in Pakistan.
Authorities investigate ISIS links amid regional insurgencies.
Deputy Chief of Russia’s Military Intelligence Shot in Moscow
The deputy chief of Russia’s military intelligence service is shot and wounded in Moscow. This follows the arrest of a suspect in a Russian general's shooting in Dubai.
It signals rising internal threats.
New Embassies Open in Greenland Amid US Tensions and Trump Threats
Canada and France open embassies in Greenland despite Trump's threats. Massachusetts signs economic deal with Denmark amid US-Greenland crisis.
Tensions strain Denmark-US relations.
Nigeria Kills Senior Boko Haram Commander in Borno Raid
Nigerian forces eliminate Boko Haram deputy leader Abu Khalid and 10 fighters in Sambisa Forest. The raid targets the group's stronghold in Borno State.
It marks a blow to the ongoing insurgency.