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US President Donald Trump mistakenly referred to India as Iran while claiming that his tariffs helped stop a potential nuclear war between India and Pakistan. Trump recounted threats of a nuclear conflict and said Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised his “peace efforts.” His comments drew attention for confusing two South Asian countries amid ongoing tensions, with India and Pakistan maintaining their own verified ceasefire agreements.

Hamas militants publicly executed eight Palestinians on video, accusing them of spying for Israel, escalating tensions in Gaza amid US President Donald Trump's calls for militant disarmament. The executions have drawn international condemnation and heightened fears of further violence, with global leaders urging restraint and peace initiatives to address ongoing conflict and human rights concerns.

A viral video shows Taliban fighters controlling a Pakistani tank following fresh clashes along the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border. The conflict escalated after Pakistan's airstrikes deep into Afghanistan targeting Tehreek-i-Taliban militants. Both sides exchanged artillery and drone fire in a militarized border zone. Claims about the video’s authenticity remain unverified amid mounting casualties and mutual accusations of sovereignty violations.

In a stunning claim, former CIA officer Glen Carle accused Indian-origin scholar Ashley J. Tellis of working with China’s interests. Tellis dismissed the allegations as baseless and defamatory. The statement, made during an NDTV interview, adds to current US-China strategy tensions. Intelligence circles have so far distanced themselves from Carle’s remarks.

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a temporary 48-hour ceasefire following violent cross-border clashes that killed dozens and wounded many. This fragile truce, enforced through diplomatic talks, aims to de-escalate rising tensions triggered by military confrontations near Kandahar and Nangarhar. Humanitarian agencies welcomed the pause as a vital relief window.

Subramanyam "Subu" Vedam, wrongly imprisoned in the US for 43 years, was recently cleared of murder charges. Just as he gained freedom, he was detained by US immigration authorities (ICE). His prolonged incarceration and detention raise questions about justice system flaws and immigrant rights in America.

The youth-led protests in Madagascar have caused widespread unrest with many demanding government action on corruption and economic hardship. The escalation was so severe that the president was forced to flee the country temporarily. The movement reflects the growing influence of Generation Z in shaping political change and advocating for transparency. The unrest signals a significant shift in Madagascar’s political landscape.

According to AP coverage reported here, Hamas handed over the first group of seven Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross as part of an agreed ceasefire framework. The transfer is described as an initial step in a broader plan tied to temporary ceasefire arrangements and humanitarian access; details on further exchanges and timelines remain tied to ongoing negotiations and implementation by mediators and agencies.

In Madagascar, massive protests by youth have erupted against government corruption, forcing the president to flee. The protests, driven by Generation Z's anger over economic issues, led to widespread unrest as citizens demand transparency. The political turmoil highlights youth activism's rising influence in Madagascar's governance and the urgent need for anti-corruption measures.

Coverage reports that during a visit to Israel, former US President Donald Trump reacted to the removal of a protester from Israel's parliament by commenting "That was very efficient." The piece documents the incident in the parliamentary setting, describes the protester being dragged out, and records the public reaction to Trump’s remark while providing scene context from inside the legislature.