Russian forces have claimed the capture of Yablunivka in the Sumy region, marking advances near the regional capital as part of Putin's "buffer zone" strategy. This offensive follows Kyiv's incursion into Russia's Kursk region, prompting a renewed cross-border push by Moscow. Additionally, Russia reported seizing two villages in the Donetsk region, further escalating the conflict.
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The Trump administration plans to broaden its travel restrictions. Thirty-six more countries may face bans. These nations have 60 days to address US security concerns. Issues include weak identity documents and uncooperative governments. Some countries are flagged for terrorism or anti-American actions. This expands an earlier ban on 12 nations. The previous ban faced legal challenges.
Huma Abedin, an Indian-origin author, married Alex Soros. Alex is the son of George Soros. The wedding occurred in New York. Many prominent figures attended the event. Hillary and Bill Clinton were present. Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff also attended. Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi were among the guests. The couple got engaged in May 2024.
A mob in Bangladesh attacked and vandalized the ancestral home of Rabindranath Tagore following a dispute over parking fees. The incident led to the temporary closure of the Kachharibari, also known as Rabindra Memorial Museum. Authorities have launched an investigation into the attack, forming a three-member committee to submit a report within five days.
Russian forces have claimed the capture of Yablunivka in the Sumy region, marking advances near the regional capital as part of Putin's "buffer zone" strategy. This offensive follows Kyiv's incursion into Russia's Kursk region, prompting a renewed cross-border push by Moscow. Additionally, Russia reported seizing two villages in the Donetsk region, further escalating the conflict.
The US Army's 250th-anniversary parade, coinciding with Donald Trump's birthday, faced online ridicule due to videos showing troops marching out of sync, leading to accusations of defiance. A viral photo depicted Trump appearing to doze off during the event. Simultaneously, anti-Trump protests erupted across the US, contrasting with the parade's perceived lack of enthusiasm.
US President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for TikTok to operate in the United States by 90 days. This extension aims to allow more time for negotiating a deal for American ownership. This is the third time Trump has extended the deadline. The administration wants to ensure user data security.
In a surprising turn, President Trump lauded Pakistan's assistance in apprehending the alleged perpetrator of the Kabul airport bombing. This marks a significant shift from his previous stance, highlighted by hosting Pakistan's army chief, Asim Munir, at the White House.
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