US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted at resuming aid and intelligence support to Ukraine if its leadership shows a 'commitment to peace negotiations' with Russia. This follows a contentious exchange between US and Ukrainian leaders. Upcoming talks in Jeddah with Ukrainian officials are deemed crucial for future decisions on US-Ukraine military cooperation.
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Four US Army soldiers were found dead in Lithuania after missing during a training exercise near the Belarus border. The soldiers, from Fort Stewart, Georgia, were last seen operating an armored vehicle. The cause of their deaths remains unclear despite extensive search-and-rescue efforts supported by Lithuanian forces.
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Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s first president who led the country to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990, has died at 95. Nujoma, a key figure in Namibia’s liberation and long-time leader of SWAPO, passed away after a three-week illness, leaving a significant legacy in African history.
Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's return from the ISS is delayed until March 19 due to weather conditions and a critical hydraulic system issue. Initially launched on Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on June 5, 2024, their mission encountered multiple challenges, extending their stay. The delayed SpaceX Crew-10 mission to the ISS is now set for March 14.
A family dispute at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Christmas night escalated into a shooting, critically injuring a woman and wounding three others. The incident occurred near a Terminal 4 restaurant, forcing a temporary closure of the security checkpoint. Police detained a man and a juvenile girl, recovered weapons, and confirmed no suspects remain at large. Investigation continues.
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