Ukrainian and American officials meet in Florida to discuss proposals to end war with Russia
US and Ukrainian officials met in Florida to discuss changes to a new plan to end Russia's war in Ukraine, at a time when Kiev is facing great political and military pressure.
The talks were considered difficult, as the initial US-Russia plan was criticized for making excessive concessions to Moscow, while Ukraine and its European allies demand that the country's sovereignty and borders not be violated.
Sri Lanka and Indonesia send military to help as Asia flood death toll nears 1,000
Devastating floods in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, southern Thailand and northern Malaysia have claimed nearly 1,000 lives, forcing governments to deploy the military for rescue and relief operations.
Sri Lanka has declared a state of emergency and requested international assistance, while Indonesia is facing pressure to take the same step, with hundreds dead and missing.
The combination of cyclones and the impact of the climate crisis has caused extreme rainfall and unprecedented damage in the region.
Two out of three Germans are stressed by thoughts of war, new report shows
Around two-thirds of Germans feel stressed by thoughts of war and the many global crises, according to the TK Stress Report 2025, while 62% report high levels of stress.
The report shows that the main cause of stress is high expectations of oneself, while work ranks second, and women experience increased stress more than men after the pandemic.
Symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, and irritability have increased significantly, but outdoor activities, hobbies, and time with family remain the most effective ways to reduce them.
Pope Leo XIV in Lebanon: "In Palestine, the only solution is two states"
Pope Leo XIV visited Lebanon on his first trip abroad, calling on Lebanese leaders to put aside divisions and open a new chapter of peace in a country hit by economic crisis and regional tensions.
On the way to Beirut, he reiterated that "the only solution for Palestine is that of two states," emphasizing the Holy See's willingness to mediate between the parties.
