Trump says Putin wants peace in Ukraine, will begin talks on ending war

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

Jason Lemon, the Senior Politics Editor at Newsweek, previously worked as an editor at StepFeed and contributed to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He is a graduate of the American University of Beirut and Andrews University, with bylines in various publications. Jason Lemon can be contacted via email at j.lemon@newsweek.com. In other news, MSNBC plans to change its lineup, with the current co-hosts of The Weekend taking over Joy Reid's 7 p.m. slot on The ReidOut, running...

Pope Francis has asked for prayers as he continues treatment in hospital for double pneumonia, unable to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer in person. The 88-year-old's condition remains critical, with doctors noting a low platelet count and the need for blood transfusions. The Pope also called for prayers for peace in conflict-ridden areas, highlighting the third anniversary of the war in Ukraine. Full Article

Four people, including a 37-year-old Algerian man identified as Brahim A., were in custody after a deadly stabbing in Mulhouse, France, linked to Islamic extremism. The attack left a Portuguese man dead and seven police officers wounded. The suspect, who arrived in France in 2014 and had a history of glorifying terrorism, was armed with a knife and a screwdriver, and repeatedly shouted "Allahu akbar" during the assault. Full Article

Shayla Cramer from Ethan, South Dakota, had to get dentures at 23 due to poor oral hygiene from growing up without access to water, leading to her teeth falling out; a stranger helped fund the dentures. Now 26, she shares her experience on TikTok, gaining support and confidence after struggling with her teeth impacting her life and self-esteem. The dentures have allowed her to smile, eat without pain, and enjoy life with her family, highlighting...

Tens of thousands of mourners gathered in Beirut for the delayed funeral of Hezbollah's former leader Hassan Nasrallah, killed in an Israeli air attack. The funeral also honored Hashem Safieddine, Nasrallah's chosen successor killed in a separate raid. The event was heavily secured, with attendees from around the world paying their respects as Nasrallah and Safieddine were laid to rest in Beirut and southern Lebanon. Full Article