The Department of Education has informed Harvard University of the termination of billions of dollars in research grants and aid, unless the university complies with a list of demands from the Trump administration. This move, outlined in a letter from Education Secretary Linda McMahon to Harvard’s president, Dr. Alan Garber, aims to assert government control over the prestigious institution. The primary reason cited for this action is Harvard’s refusal to meet demands from the Trump administration’s antisemitism taskforce, following campus protests against Israel’s actions in Gaza.

The potential suspension of funding could have dire consequences, as Harvard argues in its lawsuit against the government, emphasizing the impact on crucial medical and scientific research, affecting patients, students, faculty, and researchers.

Meanwhile, a senior Hamas official has declared that the group is no longer interested in truce talks with Israel, following Israel’s announcement of an escalated offensive in Gaza. The situation in Gaza is dire, with reports of hunger, thirst, and killings prompting calls for international intervention to end the humanitarian crisis.

In a separate development, Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow for the second consecutive night, leading to the temporary closure of airports. The attacks coincide with Moscow’s preparations for the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in World War II, adding tension to the already volatile situation.