Ukraine and Russia poised for biggest prisoner swap but details scarce

A FATF report highlights Pakistan's involvement in developing ballistic missiles, citing a 2020 seizure of dual-use equipment mis-declared in export documents linked to the National Development Complex. This revelation may aid India in advocating for Pakistan's return to the FATF grey list amid growing scrutiny of state-sponsored terrorism following a recent attack in Kashmir. Need More Context? 🔎

Prosecutors in Manhattan are accused of violating Luigi Mangione's right to a fair trial by publicly releasing his journal entries to sway public opinion ahead of his murder trial for killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione, who faces both state and federal charges, has pleaded not guilty and is seeking to delay the state proceedings due to the potential death penalty in federal court. Need More Context? 🔎

Panama has declared a five-day emergency in the Bocas del Toro province due to violent protests over pension reforms, leading to looting and vandalism. The government has suspended constitutional rights to restore order, as unrest escalated after the local banana workers union, particularly from Chiquita Brands, joined nationwide strikes against proposed pension cuts. Need More Context? 🔎

The BBC has decided not to air the documentary "Gaza: Doctors Under Attack" due to concerns about impartiality, despite it being commissioned by the network and produced by an independent company. The BBC aims to maintain fair reporting on the conflict in the Middle East and has transferred ownership of the film to Basement Films, which expressed disappointment over the decision. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The BBC won't show a movie about...

A man named Feras Hamdan, 36, has turned himself in after allegedly threatening US Congressman Max Miller in Ohio, claiming he wanted to kill Miller and his family while displaying a Palestinian flag. Hamdan faces charges of aggravated menacing and ethnic intimidation, with a bond set at $500,000, as authorities investigate the incident amid rising concerns about political violence in the US. Need More Context? 🔎

Flight tracking data indicates a significant increase in US military aircraft movement towards the Middle East, with 52 planes observed over the eastern Mediterranean, particularly through Crete, amid considerations of US support for Israel against Iran. The deployment includes troop transport, mid-air refuelling, and reconnaissance planes, suggesting a build-up of military capabilities necessary for potential operations involving Israel's airstrikes on Iranian targets. Need More Context? 🔎