Lloyd Austin: Russia-Ukraine war: US to provide $2.3 bn in new security aid for Ukraine

Nine Palestinians, including two journalists, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza's Beit Lahiya town, with several critically injured. The strike targeted individuals identified as "terrorists" by the Israeli military, who were allegedly operating a drone posing a threat. The attack occurred as Hamas leaders engaged in ceasefire talks in Cairo. Full Article

Star India batter Virat Kohli jokingly mentioned the possibility of coming out of his T20I retirement if India reaches the final of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics men's cricket event, where cricket will make its return after 128 years. Kohli also discussed his fitness journey and motivation, highlighting his transformation from a chubby teenager to one of the fittest cricketers in the world. Additionally, Kohli recently joined RCB's squad for the IPL 2025 season, following...

China has reportedly conducted amphibious landing drills in the South China Sea using specially designed vessels capable of rapidly deploying military vehicles and troops onto beaches, resembling those required for an island invasion. These exercises, observed by analysts, come amid rising tensions over Taiwan's self-rule. Open-source investigators identified a fleet of large ships in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, confirming the drills took place between March 4 and March 11, potentially indicating preparations for amphibious assault operations...

President Trump urged Russia to spare surrounded Ukrainian soldiers, as US envoy Steve Witkoff discussed a ceasefire with Putin in Moscow. Trump described the talks as "very good and productive," while Putin urged Ukrainian troops in Kursk to surrender for humane treatment. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed "cautious optimism," and Ukraine’s Zelensky criticized Putin's stance as "very manipulative." Full Article

Russia reported shooting down 126 Ukrainian drones over Volgograd and Voronezh regions after rejecting a ceasefire proposed by the US. President Putin expressed support for a truce but raised concerns about implementation. Ukraine has been using drones in retaliation, targeting border regions and launching a significant attack on Moscow. Full Article

US immigration authorities have arrested Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian student from Columbia University, for participating in pro-Palestinian protests and overstaying her terminated student visa. This follows the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, sparking debate over free speech and antisemitism on campus. The Trump administration has demanded reforms at Columbia, threatening to cancel federal grants and contracts over allegations of failing to protect Jewish students during protests. Full Article