Zelensky says lasting peace achievable this year as he and Trump hail 'positive' call

A British mother, Natashia Artug, 35, was arrested in Mauritius for allegedly attempting to smuggle £1.6 million worth of cannabis hidden in her six-year-old son's suitcase, along with seven others. Justice Abroad claims she was coerced into this by threats against her family, and a fundraiser has been initiated to support her legal defense. Want More Context? 🔎

Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin Automakers are urging the Canadian government to reconsider its electric vehicle (EV) mandate, which requires all new vehicle sales to be zero-emission by 2035, but Minister Dabrusin remains committed to it despite industry concerns over falling EV sales and trade tensions with the U.S. Provincial leaders, including Ontario's Doug Ford and Alberta's Danielle Smith, echo calls for the mandate's rollback, citing challenges in meeting targets amid economic uncertainty. Want More Context?...

Israel’s Chief of Staff General Eyal Zamir has called for a long-term truce in Gaza, acknowledging Hamas's resilience despite ongoing military efforts. He stressed the need for an "operational pause" to refocus on rebuilding the IDF's combat capabilities and reassessing strategies, as the prolonged conflict has yielded inconclusive results and disrupted military readiness. Want More Context? 🔎

A man named Terrance Lamar Bowie, 29, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder after a woman was found dead in an apartment in Shelby Township, Michigan, following a 911 call that was abruptly disconnected. Police confirmed that Bowie and the 27-year-old victim were known to each other, and his bond was set at $2 million. Want More Context? 🔎

Individuals and entities sanctioned include a small boat supplier in Asia and gang leaders based in North Africa.The UK has sanctioned 25 targets involved in people smuggling, including a small boat supplier in Asia and gang leaders from the Balkans and North Africa, aiming to combat irregular migration across the English Channel. This new sanctions regime allows asset freezing and travel bans without relying on criminal laws, coinciding with strengthened enforcement measures and international migration...

Child serial killer Lucy Letby has expressed concerns about her weight gain in prison, attributed to her indulgent diet of junk food bought with earnings from her three jobs. Other inmates have complained about her behavior, noting that she has become unrecognizable due to her weight and that prison staff often cater to her despite the risk she poses to others. Want More Context? 🔎