In a swift departure from the G7 summit in Canada, Donald Trump sparked speculation about a potential ceasefire between Israel and Iran, as reported by French President Emmanuel Macron. While Trump initially cited “obvious reasons” for leaving early, he later clarified on his Truth Social platform that his departure was unrelated to the ceasefire discussions. This development comes amidst ongoing attacks in the Israel-Iran conflict, with Israel claiming to have targeted Iran’s wartime chief of staff, and Trump issuing warnings to Iranians and Israelis.
In Gaza, a tragic event unfolded as at least 51 Palestinians were killed while awaiting food aid, with witnesses attributing the deaths to an airstrike and subsequent gunfire by Israeli forces. This incident, separate from the new aid delivery network, adds to the escalating tensions in the region marked by violence and controversy.
Simultaneously, Russia launched a deadly assault on Kyiv, resulting in at least 14 casualties and 55 injuries, marking one of the deadliest nights in the Ukrainian capital since the onset of the full-scale war. Peace negotiations have faced significant challenges, with Russia dismissing calls for a ceasefire before talks and a scheduled meeting between Trump and Ukraine’s president failing to materialize at the G7 summit.
Elsewhere, a $9 congestion toll in New York City has shown promising results in reducing traffic and noise complaints, although facing potential opposition from Trump. Additionally, internal conflicts in Washington highlight a divide between conservative hawks advocating for military action and Maga isolationists urging restraint in responding to the Israel-Iran conflict. Lastly, concerns over declining insect populations prompt 25 science-backed actions to protect these crucial species.