Major Conflicts & Geopolitics

Israel-Hamas Conflict:

A Hamas ceasefire proposal has been received by Israel and an Israeli official has called it "workable." However, more than 100 aid groups are warning of "mass starvation" in Gaza, and Israeli strikes have killed 29 more people. There was also a crowd surge at an aid site in Gaza that killed 20 Palestinians.

Russia-Ukraine War:

A prisoner exchange has been agreed upon between Russia and Ukraine amidst peace talks in Turkey. However, Ukrainians are protesting a new anti-corruption law signed by President Zelenskyy, which critics say could weaken anti-corruption agencies. The US State Department has also approved $322 million in proposed weapons sales to Ukraine.

Thailand-Cambodia Clashes:

Thailand and Cambodia have exchanged fire in border clashes that have killed at least 9 civilians.

Syrian Tensions:

The Syrian government and Druze minority leaders have announced a new ceasefire. Meanwhile, an Iranian navy helicopter reportedly confronted a US destroyer in the Gulf of Oman, and Syria has asked Turkey for defense support after sectarian clashes.