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 death toll rises as Israeli strikes shatter ceasefire with Hamas video

Gaza death toll rises as Israeli strikes shatter ceasefire with Hamas

  • Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip killing at least 413 Palestinians, including women and children
  • The surprise attack shattered a period of relative calm during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan
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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 ·

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
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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 ·