Putin hints at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine, but why now?
Amid a US-backed ceasefire, Putin signals peace talks could progress, but broader negotiations remain stalled.
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Iran sends response to US ceasefire proposal via Pakistan
Tehran has been saying negotiations should focus on ending hostilities, securing guarantees against future attacks.
Atef Najib faces at least 10 charges in landmark Syria trial
Cousin of former President Bashar al-Assad faces charges that include murder, torture and responsibility for massacres.
Iran sends response to US proposal to end war via mediator Pakistan
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US-Iran ceasefire under strain as Gulf states report drone attacks
Drone hits cargo ship off Qatar’s coast, while Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates repel attacks.
Why is being a mother so expensive in the United States?
On Mother’s Day, Al Jazeera details the high cost of motherhood in the US compared with the rest of the world.
Why is Iran taking time to respond to the US proposal to end the war?
Iran continues to review the proposal as Tehran’s nuclear programme and Strait of Hormuz remain main sticking points.
Libya’s Zawiya refinery resumes full operations
Refinery closed for about two days after fighting near the facility 40km west of Tripoli.
Syria sees first government reshuffle since al-Assad’s ouster: State media
Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s reshuffle comes amid protests over poor government performance.
Rebel fighters kill at least 69 people in northeastern DR Congo
Security officials say CODECO militia groups carried out the attack in Ituri province.