Geopolitical and Political News

Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan:

Details of a proposed U.S.-backed plan to end the war in Ukraine have emerged, reportedly involving painful concessions from Ukraine, including ceding some territory to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is reportedly ready to work on the draft plan.

Middle East Conflict:

The situation remains critical. Israel continues military operations in Gaza, with reports of civilian casualties. A freed Israeli hostage spoke publicly about being sexually assaulted by a Hamas captor. Separately, Israel is accused of using widely banned cluster munitions in Lebanon.

Former Bangladesh PM Sentenced:

Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, was sentenced to death in absentia by a domestic tribunal over crimes against humanity committed during the 2024 quota reform protests.

U.S. Politics and Legal Matters:

Fugees rapper Pras was sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to the Obama campaign. A federal judge also ordered an end to President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C.