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Eight nations met in Bogota for four days to set regional priorities on protecting the Amazon and tackling climate change at the Fifth Presidential Summit.
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Russia and Ukraine Swap 146 Prisoners in Latest Exchange
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners each in a UAE-mediated swap, following their third round of peace talks in Istanbul as they aim for 1,200 exchanges.
Egypt Sends Fresh Aid to Gaza Amid Devastating Famine
Egypt resumes aid deliveries to Gaza with a convoy of flour, fuel and meds as the UN-backed IPC warns of famine and critical shortages across the territory.
Ukraine’s Independence Day Overshadowed by Nuclear Plant Drone Strike
On Ukraine’s Independence Day, President Zelenskyy vows to fight for peace amid a drone strike on Russia’s Kursk nuclear plant, raising safety concerns.
Russian Duma Chairman Visits Chinese Mainland for Key Talks
Russian State Duma Chairman Volodin visits the Chinese mainland on Aug 25–26 for the 10th China-Russia parliamentary cooperation meeting.
Israel presses Gaza City offensive as famine deaths rise
Israel continues its Gaza City offensive amid heavy air and ground attacks. Gaza health authorities report 281 deaths from famine since March, raising global concern.
Canada Pledges CAD 2B Boost for Ukraine’s Defense
Canadian PM Mark Carney pledges CAD 2 billion in military aid to Ukraine, covering armored vehicles, air defense, drones, and electronic warfare kits.
Iran’s Khamenei Slams US ‘Obedience’ Demand, Rejects Direct Talks
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei slammed the US for demanding “obedience,” rejected direct talks, called for unity, and spoke out on Gaza and regional tensions.
Ramaphosa Talks with Europe on Russia-Ukraine Peace
South African President Ramaphosa held calls with European leaders to drive peace talks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, urging bilateral and trilateral meetings to end the war.
Russian Forces Advance in Donetsk, South Africa Urges Peace Summit
Russian forces capture key Donetsk settlements as Ukraine fights back. South Africa’s president urges a peace summit between Ukraine and Russia.