US-Russia talks conclude in Saudi Arabia, most high-level meeting since 2023: What to know The US State Department said one purpose of the talks was to “reestablish” bilateral relations with Russia as Saudi Arabia seeks to mediate between the two. United States
Analysis Can Netanyahu rebuff Trump's envoy on Gaza talks as second phase looms? US special envoy to the region Steve Witkoff is pushing the Netanyahu government to enter talks on the second phase of the deal, which should see the release of the rest of the hostages and the withdrawal of the Israeli military from the Gaza Strip. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
UAE, Ukraine finalize trade deal during Zelenskyy's visit The agreement is expected to contribute $369 million to the UAE’s GDP and $874 million to Ukraine’s GDP by 2031. United Arab Emirates
Zelenskyy heads to Turkey to meet with Erdogan amid US-Russia talks The Ukrainian president's visit to Turkey will coincide with US-Russia talks on a potential ceasefire. Turkey
