Trump and Zelenskyy to Meet Amid Heated Exchanges 
Former US President Trump and Ukraine’s Zelenskyy are set to meet amid recent heated exchanges over the Ukraine conflict and rare minerals agreements. 
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Trump and Zelenskyy to Meet Amid Heated Exchanges
Over 3,000 Elephants and 1,200 People Killed in Sri Lanka’s Human-Elephant Conflict
Between 2015 and 2024, Sri Lanka’s human-elephant conflict resulted in the deaths of over 3,000 elephants and 1,200 people, highlighting the urgent need for solutions.
Palestinian Presidency Charges Israel with Ethnic Cleansing in West Bank
The Palestinian presidency has accused Israel of ethnic cleansing in the West Bank, citing deaths, displacement, and infrastructure destruction, while calling on the U.S. to intervene.
18 Pakistan Paramilitary Soldiers Killed in Militant Clash
Eighteen paramilitary soldiers and 12 militants were killed in violent clashes in southwestern Pakistan, the military’s media wing reported on Saturday.
Russia Launches Massive Strike on Ukraine After ATACMS Missiles Used 
Russia launches a massive missile strike on Ukraine’s fuel and energy infrastructure in response to Ukraine’s use of ATACMS missiles, marking one of the largest attacks on Ukraine’s energy system in over two years.
Lebanon Reports Four Dead in New Israeli Strikes on South
Lebanon’s health ministry reports four fatalities from recent Israeli strikes in the southern region, following an earlier drone strike casualty.
Syrian Army Pulls Back from Aleppo to Gear Up for Counteroffensive
The Syrian military announces a temporary withdrawal from Aleppo to prepare for a counteroffensive, following fierce battles in Aleppo and Idlib that have resulted in casualties. 
Hezbollah Rockets Land Near Tel Aviv Following Intense Israeli Airstrikes on Beirut
Lebanon’s Hezbollah launches rockets near Tel Aviv after Israeli airstrikes in Beirut kill 29. Tensions escalate as ceasefire talks progress amidst ongoing conflict.
Israeli Warplanes Launch Airstrikes on Lebanon Targets 
Israeli warplanes launched two airstrikes targeting Barashi and Bint Jbeil in Lebanon, intensifying regional tensions.
Gaza Conflict: Over 43,000 Palestinians Killed Since October 2023
Over 43,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since October 2023 due to Israeli strikes, according to local authorities, highlighting the severe impact of ongoing conflicts.