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For Mr. Putin, it was a rare interaction with Western leaders since the start of the war last year. It was also the first time he had to listen to direct public criticism at an international event.

Israel’s judicial review has been completed, but the timing of a cease-fire remains unclear. Talks are underway on how to exchange at least 150 Palestinian women and children jailed by Israel for at least 50 Israeli women and children held in Gaza.

Hours after the cease-fire deal was announced, some relatives of hostages held in Gaza said they had received no official information from the Israeli authorities.

Facilities remain hobbled by Russian attacks, repair work is unfinished and there is little spare equipment, although air defenses have been strengthened.

With the matter of the proper spelling of an Egyptian general’s surname settled, cease-fire talks proceeded.

This year, I cannot count my blessings without also counting the sorrows and fears that lurk in their shadows.

President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the so-called Maidan revolution, which toppled a pro-Russia leader 10 years ago, as the “first victory” in a long struggle against Moscow.

In a conflict marked by complete incomprehension on both sides, the ability to see each other as human has been lost.

Residents of the enclave expressed hope about a pause in Israel’s bombardment but felt that the agreement would not bring an end to the war.

The agreement calls for a pause in fighting for at least four days and for Hamas to release at least 50 hostages. Qatar’s government, a mediator, confirmed the framework.