Update Trump, Putin agree halt to Ukraine energy attacks but no ceasefire

Trump, Putin agree halt to Ukraine energy attacks but no ceasefire

  • The Kremlin said the two leaders had a “detailed and frank exchange of views” on Ukraine
  • They discussed a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire
By AP ·

Gaza civil defense says 13 killed in Israeli strikes overnight

Gaza civil defense says 13 killed in Israeli strikes overnight

  • Israel on Tuesday launched its most intense strikes on the Gaza Strip since a January 19 ceasefire
  • The bombardments, which came after the collapse of talks on extending the truce, killed more than 400 people
By AFP ·

Palestinians react at the site of an Israeli strike on a residential building in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip March 18, 25

Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli strikes on Gaza, Syrian territory

  • Kingdom stressed the importance of an immediate halt to Israeli killing, violence, and destruction, and the protection of Palestinian civilians
By Arab News ·

Manga Productions looks to attract Japanese investment for Riyadh Season

Manga Productions looks to attract Japanese investment for Riyadh Season

  • New pact inked with entertainment firm Sela
  • Promotions to take place at Anime Japan 2025
By Arab News Japan ·

Trump meets UAE national security adviser, discusses strategic partnership prospects

Trump meets UAE national security adviser, discusses strategic partnership prospects

  • Sheikh Tahnoon is on an official visit to the US where he will meet with senior US administration officials and business leaders
By Arab News ·

Update Zelensky accuses Russia of rejecting ceasefire as new strikes hit Ukraine

Zelensky accuses Russia of rejecting ceasefire as new strikes hit Ukraine

  • Washington has been pushing for an immediate 30-day ceasefire as a first step to ending the grinding three-year-old war
  • Vladimir Putin said a comprehensive deal would be contingent on the West halting all military aid and intelligence to Ukraine
By AFP ·

Pope pens letter to the editor while in hospital as Buckingham Palace announces King Charles’ visit

Pope pens letter to the editor while in hospital as Buckingham Palace announces King Charles’ visit

  • Italian daily Corriere della Sera published a letter to the editor from Francis, signed and dated March 14 from Rome’s Gemelli hospital
By AP ·

Pope pens letter to the editor while in hospital as Buckingham Palace announces King Charles’ visit

Pope pens letter to the editor while in hospital as Buckingham Palace announces King Charles’ visit

  • Italian daily Corriere della Sera published a letter to the editor from Francis, signed and dated March 14 from Rome’s Gemelli hospital
By AP ·