The Latest Breaking News on War in Ukraine

Israel rejects Trump's Board of Peace plan for Gaza

Netanyahu’s rejection is regarded as a blow to Trump’s Gaza peace plan - which was announced in September last year

Evening Standard · Aug 10

Kurdish PKK criticises Turkey bill on fate of its fighters

ISTANBUL - Outlawed Kurdish group the PKK on Sunday criticised a proposed Turkish law setting out the fate of its fighters after disarmament, a day before parliament prepares to consider it.

Bangkok Post · Aug 9

Belgorod Drone Attack: Russian Officials Confirm Five Dead as Four-Year-Old Boy Suffers Shrapnel Wounds

A drone attack in Belgorod killed five and injured 25, including a child, amid escalating cross-border tensions. The assault caused widespread destruction, highlighting the conflict's severe impact on civilians.

International Business Times UK · Aug 9

No Direct US-Iran Talks Now. Middle East Peace Missives Take Back Channel Route

Tehran's top diplomat also said even if Iran strikes a deal with Oman to secure a trade route through the contentious Strait of Hormuz, that wouldn't ensure peace. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reiterated that IRGC's demands should be met by the Washington to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times · Aug 9

Netanyahu Defies Trump Over Gaza Peace Plan: Israeli PM Rejects 15-Point Deal and Demands Hamas Disarm First

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza peace plan, demanding Hamas's complete disarmament before Israeli troop withdrawal, highlighting a significant policy clash between the allies.

International Business Times UK · Aug 9

7 civilians killed in Russia-Ukraine overnight strikes; Moldova reports drone explosion

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalated overnight, with strikes claiming the lives of seven civilians and injuring many others. Russian drones and missiles targeted Kharkiv and Odesa, causing severe damage. In retaliation, Ukraine's drone strikes in Russia's Belgorod region killed five individuals. Furthermore, a powerful explosion near Moldova's…

The Times of India · Aug 9

Syria, Russia agree to end military use of key Mediterranean bases

Syria and Russia have agreed to end Moscow’s use of two strategic Mediterranean bases as military outposts, Syria's foreign ministry said Sunday. Under the deal, Damascus will take control of the Hmeimem air base and part of Tartous port, while the remaining military facilities will be converted into joint training…

France 24 · Aug 9

Iran-aligned Houthis claim they attacked oil refinery in Saudi Arabia

Drone strike comes after Riyadh signs defence pact and Iran issues tough demands to reopen strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9

Supreme Leader Khamenei footage to be released 'in future', Iran says as reports claim he is close to 'dead'

Footage showing Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in public and meeting armed forces commanders will be released, a senior Basij official said on Sunday, as Iran seeks to push back against growing speculation over the health of their supreme leader.

The Times of India · Aug 9

Netanyahu rejects Gaza plan in new break from Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday rejected a US-led Gaza plan endorsed by Hamas, putting distance between himself and President Donald Trump as he tries to shore up his base ahead of close elections.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 9