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Zelensky Expresses Gratitude to Trump Amid Crucial Ukraine-Russia Peace Negotiations
Nov 24, 2025 02:39 am CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly thanked Donald Trump after the US President criticized Ukraine's leadership for showing "zero gratitude" toward American peace efforts. This diplomatic exchange occurred while officials from both countries worked in Geneva to modify a 28-point peace plan aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict with Russia. The proposal contains controversial elements requiring Ukraine to cede territory and abandon NATO aspirations, with Trump imposing a Thanksgiving deadline for Ukraine's response.
Israeli Military Eliminates Hezbollah Chief of Staff Haytham Ali Tabatabai in Precision Beirut Strike
Nov 24, 2025 02:33 am CST
The Israeli Defense Forces conducted a targeted strike in Beirut, successfully eliminating Haytham Ali Tabatabai, Hezbollah's de facto chief of staff and commander of the elite Radwan Unit. The operation, which killed five people and injured 28 others, represents a significant blow to Hezbollah's leadership structure amid ongoing tensions between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group following their 2023-2024 conflict.
IMF Report Reveals Systemic Corruption Crippling Pakistan's Economy and Governance
Nov 24, 2025 01:46 am CST
The International Monetary Fund's comprehensive 186-page diagnostic report exposes Pakistan's entrenched corruption as "persistent and corrosive," highlighting how elite capture and weak governance undermine economic growth. The report estimates Pakistan could increase GDP by 5-6.5% within five years through governance reforms but warns that without them, the country will remain trapped in economic stagnation and dependency on external financial support.
India and Canada Relaunch CEPA Negotiations to Reset Diplomatic and Economic Relations
Nov 24, 2025 01:43 am CST
India and Canada have agreed to restart negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant diplomatic reset after years of strained relations. Following a meeting between PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney at the G20 Summit, both nations committed to doubling bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 while enhancing cooperation in civil nuclear energy, critical technologies, and artificial intelligence through the new Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership.
Former CIA Spymaster Reveals How AQ Khan Built Nuclear Network with Pakistani Generals on Payroll
Nov 24, 2025 01:18 am CST
Former CIA counter-proliferation chief James Lawler details his decades-long mission to dismantle AQ Khan's global nuclear smuggling network. In a revealing interview, Lawler explains how Khan had Pakistani military officials on his payroll, orchestrated nuclear technology transfers to countries including Iran and Libya, and earned the nickname "Merchant of Death" for his role in nuclear proliferation that threatened global security.
Israel Targets Hezbollah Chief of Staff in Beirut Strike: 5 Dead, 28 Injured
Nov 24, 2025 12:22 am CST
Israel conducted a precision air strike targeting Hezbollah's chief of staff in Beirut's southern suburbs, killing five people and injuring 28. The attack, ordered directly by Prime Minister Netanyahu, marks Israel's first strike in Beirut in months and what Hezbollah officials called "crossing a new red line." Israeli officials affirmed their determination to prevent Hezbollah's rearmament despite the ongoing ceasefire agreement.
Trump Claims Ukraine Shows "Zero Gratitude" for US Support as Peace Negotiations Progress
Nov 23, 2025 11:41 pm CST
President Trump criticized Ukrainian leadership for lacking gratitude toward American support while peace talks begin in Geneva. Despite promising quick resolution during his campaign, Trump's diplomatic efforts face challenges as the 28-point proposal appears to favor Russian objectives. Meanwhile, the US President continues to avoid direct criticism of Putin while frequently targeting both Ukraine's Zelensky and former President Biden.
Canada's Citizenship Reform: How New Descent Rules Will Benefit Indian-Origin Families
Nov 23, 2025 08:00 pm CST
Canada is modernizing its citizenship laws through Bill C-3, which will restore citizenship rights to thousands previously excluded by the first-generation limit rule. The reform introduces a "substantial connection test" requiring 1,095 days in Canada for parents to pass citizenship to children born abroad, potentially benefiting many Indian-origin families and addressing the "lost Canadians" issue.
Severely Malnourished Teen Found Imprisoned by Family: A Shocking Child Neglect Case in Wisconsin
Nov 23, 2025 07:16 pm CST
A 14-year-old girl in Wisconsin was found weighing only 35 pounds after years of imprisonment, starvation, and abuse by four family members. Discovered in a comatose state with multiple organ failures, the teen is now recovering after her rescue from horrific conditions that included being locked in a bare room while her family members, described as "grossly obese," denied her basic necessities.
Devastating Vietnam Floods Kill 90: Crisis Intensifies as Thousands Remain Stranded and Economic Losses Mount
Nov 23, 2025 06:56 pm CST
Catastrophic flooding across Vietnam has claimed 90 lives in just one week, leaving residents stranded on rooftops and causing an estimated $343 million in damages. Tens of thousands of homes have been inundated in Dak Lak province alone, with over 3.2 million livestock lost and 80,000 hectares of crops destroyed, highlighting the intensifying impact of climate change on the region's extreme weather patterns.