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May 26, 2025 5:54 PM

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Israel rejects new Gaza ceasefire proposal of US mediators

Israel has rejected a new proposal aimed at halting its offensive in Gaza and securing the release of 10 more hostages. A senior Israeli official from the country's negotiation team told Israel's state-owned TV today that US mediators presented the proposal overnight. According to the official, it i...

May 26, 2025 8:25 AM

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Russia, Ukraine wraps up largest prisoner swap

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 303 prisoners each yesterday, completing the biggest prisoner swap since the war began in 2022. The exchange was part of a deal reached during recent talks in Istanbul on May 16, where both sides agreed to release 1,000 prisoners each.   The Russian Defence Ministry...

May 25, 2025 9:15 PM

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Iran Slams Trump’s Plan to Rename Persian Gulf as Cultural Attack

US President Donald Trump’s now-aborted move to rename the Persian Gulf as the 'Arabian Gulf' or 'Gulf of Arabia' stirred sharp condemnation from Iranian officials. Iran saw it as a politically charged attack on it’s national identity and historical legacy. The suggestion reportedly emerged ahead of...

May 25, 2025 6:34 PM

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Iranian Director Jafar Panahi Takes Top Honour at Cannes Film Festival

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has won the top honour at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. His film, It Was Just an Accident, took home the prestigious Palme d’Or. The festival featured 22 films in its main competition. Panahi, known for his bold criticism of the Iranian government, has faced multiple ...