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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel was prepared to resume fighting against Hamas following accusations that it endangered a Gaza truce by suspending a prisoner release. The truce, which has halted over 15 months of conflict in Gaza, is set to expire in early March, with details for a subsequent phase still unresolved. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's readiness to escalate military operations against Palestinian militants in the West Bank if necessary. Full Article

On February 24, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed willingness to step down if it meant Ukraine could join the NATO military alliance on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion. He stated during a press conference at the "Ukraine. The Year 2025" forum that he would leave his post immediately if it led to peace for Ukraine. Zelensky's offer to resign in exchange for NATO membership was made to prioritize Ukraine's security and stability. Full...

Israeli tanks have entered the occupied West Bank for the first time since 2002, as part of a crackdown on militancy amid a rise in attacks. The offensive, led by Defense Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, targets refugee camps like Tulkarem, causing destruction in urban areas and increasing tensions in the region. Palestinians view these actions as attempts to solidify Israeli control over the territory, where 3 million people live under military...

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta accused the previous AAP government of leaving an empty public exchequer before the BJP took over, but assured the implementation of the Rs 2,500 monthly financial assistance scheme for women with thorough planning. The BJP-led government plans to table pending CAG reports during the upcoming Assembly session to hold AAP accountable for its governance, while also focusing on fulfilling poll promises and developing the Capital. Meetings with officials have been...

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Russia's "aerial terror" as he reported that Russia launched over 200 drones in an overnight attack, the largest of the war. He called for unity among Ukraine's allies and stated that a total of nearly 1,150 attack drones, more than 1,400 guided aerial bombs, and 35 missiles were launched by Russia, causing damage in five regions of Ukraine. Full Article

France's ambassador to the Philippines emphasized the importance of freedom of navigation exercises in the South China Sea amid rising tensions, as the nuclear-powered Charles De Gaulle made its first port visit to the country. The aircraft carrier strike group conducted drills with the Philippine Navy to enhance interoperability and defense capabilities in the disputed waterway, signaling support for countries upholding international law and freedom of navigation. The visit comes as the Philippines seeks to...