Ukraine Demands Return of Children Allegedly Kidnapped in Russia-Ukraine War
Kyiv claims Russia forcibly displaced over 20,000 children from occupied regions, with only 1,345 returned as of early June.
War & Conflict
Kyiv Condemns Russian "Horror" Strikes as Deliberate G7 Summit Insult
Ukraine blasts Russia's devastating aerial assault on Kyiv during the G7 summit, calling the attack timed to insult Western allies after a US citizen was killed amid widespread destruction.
Fifth Day of Deadly Strikes: Israel-Iran Conflict Intensifies Amid Gaza Tragedy
Missile attacks struck Tehran and Tel Aviv overnight as hostilities between Israel and Iran enter a fifth consecutive day. Dozens of Palestinians were reportedly killed while awaiting aid in Gaza amidst the escalating regional violence.
G7 Calls for Mideast Calm but Avoids Direct Israel-Iran Ceasefire Plea
World leaders at the G7 summit urged de-escalation in the Middle East and a Gaza ceasefire but refrained from explicitly demanding an end to hostilities between Israel and Iran, as President Trump departed early.
Trump's Iranian Gambit: Escalate, Hold, or Withdraw Amid Crisis
Facing escalating Middle East tensions after leaving the G7 summit, President Trump weighs three conflicting paths on Iran: military escalation with Israel, maintaining current posture, or yielding to domestic pressure for withdrawal.
Russian Overnight Strikes Kill 14 in Kyiv, Wound Dozens Across Ukraine
Ukrainian officials confirm 14 fatalities in Kyiv and over 50 injuries nationwide following Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure overnight.
Kharkiv Residential Areas Struck: Three Dead, 60 Injured Including Children in Drone Barrage
Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv kill three civilians, wound 60—including nine children. The assault marks another escalation in cross-border strikes amid failed ceasefire talks.
