Cuba Denies US Claims of Nationals Fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Cuba has strongly denied allegations from the United States that its citizens are officially involved in fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine.
Trump Declares ‘War Is Over’ as Israel Awaits Hostage Release
A major turning point in the Gaza conflict is expected today as a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas reaches its most crucial stage, with the final release of hostages set to take place by noon local time (10:00 BST).
Vance Accuses Democrats of ‘Hostage-Taking’ Amid Government Shutdown
Vice President JD Vance has accused Democrats of “hostage-taking” as the federal government shutdown stretched into its twelfth day, with no resolution in sight.
Deadly Border Clashes Erupt as Afghanistan, Pakistan Trade Attacks
Afghanistan said on Sunday it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in overnight border operations, marking one of the deadliest escalations between the two neighbors in recent years.
World Bank Warns of Rising Informal Jobs Across East Asia
The World Bank has raised alarms over the growing number of informal jobs across East Asia and the Pacific, warning that the shift toward unstable and low-productivity work could undermine the region’s economic resilience.
Trump Threatens Cuts as Shutdown Standoff Deepens
President Donald Trump has said he will work with his budget director to decide which so-called “Democrat Agencies” to cut as the U.S. government shutdown stretched into its third day, with no sign of compromise between Republicans and Democrats.