Today's Top Reports
Gaza Strip
Hamas says it will release Edan Alexander
Hamas has officially announced its intention to release Edan Alexander, an American-Israeli hostage, following recent talks with US officials. The decision comes as part of efforts to achieve a ceasefire, open border crossings, and allow humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. While no release date has been specified, Hamas is prepared to engage in intensified negotiations to end the war, establish a prisoner exchange, and enable Gaza to be administered by an independent authority. This event took place on 05/11/2025.
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Oman
US-Iran talks resume in Oman
Top Iranian and US negotiators have resumed talks in Muscat, Oman, to address disputes over Tehran's nuclear program. Despite Washington's tough stance, Iranian officials remain optimistic about reaching a new nuclear deal and avoiding future military action. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed hope for a ""decisive stance"" in the talks, which Oman is mediating. This event took place on 05/11/2025.
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Update: US-Iran talks end in Oman
Iran has concluded the fourth round of nuclear talks with the United States, describing the discussions as ""difficult but useful."" A senior US official has also expressed a positive view of the talks, stating that another round will take place soon. The talks, led by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, lasted over 3 hours and resulted in an agreement to continue working through technical elements. The next meeting is expected to happen in the near future. This event took place on 05/11/2025.
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Russia
Putin proposes direct talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct talks with Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul, stating that Russia is open to negotiations without preconditions, despite Ukraine breaking off talks in 2022. This event took place on 05/11/2025.
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Russian ceasefire in Ukraine ends
Russia's 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine, announced by President Vladimir Putin on May 9, has come to an end. Ukraine had dismissed the ceasefire as ""theatrics"" and never confirmed its participation. This event took place on 05/11/2025.
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Turkey
Turkey and Iraq reaffirm commitment to work against Kurdish militants in Iraq
Last Thursday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani held talks in Ankara reaffirming their commitment to strengthening security cooperation, vowing to work against threats, including Kurdish militants based in Iraqi territory. This event took place on 05/11/2025.
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