Armed Conflicts and Political Tensions

Ukraine War:

The conflict continued with a heated exchange reported between U.S. President Donald Trump, Vice-President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Missile strikes, including one on a hospital, were reported in Ukraine.

Gaza War:

The initial phase of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was scheduled to expire, with talks for a longer-term agreement remaining inconclusive. Reports also emerged of Israel blocking humanitarian aid from entering Gaza as the ceasefire ended.

Syrian Civil War:

Clashes in western Syria reportedly resulted in a high number of civilian deaths, attributed to groups affiliated with the Syrian Ministry of Defense.