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LIVE: Barcelona vs Real Madrid El Clasico La Liga

Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of a crucial Clasico as Barcelona need a point to win La Liga. LIVE: Barcelona vs Real Madrid El Clasico La Liga

India Vision 11 May 2026 12:35 am

Food inflation hammers households in war-hit Iran

Iranians faced with skyrocketing food prices as inflation soars, currency plunges amid US-enforced naval blockade. Food inflation hammers households in war-hit Iran

India Vision 11 May 2026 12:34 am

Trump says US will not allow Iran to reach enriched uranium

US president says Washington has the nuclear material in Iran 'surveilled' and will 'blow up' anyone who gets near it. Trump says US will not allow Iran to reach enriched uranium

India Vision 11 May 2026 12:33 am

Iran may give assurances on the use of nuclear facilities

Iran may negotiate on nuclear facilities, but it 'won't destroy uranium or allow it to be moved' Iran may give assurances on the use of nuclear facilities

India Vision 11 May 2026 12:32 am

Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi transferred to a Tehran hospital, her foundation says

Beirut: Nobel Peace laureate and activist Narges Mohammadi has been transferred to a Tehran hospital more than a week after collapsing in prison, her foundation said Sunday. Her transfer comes after days of pleading by her family and others who described her condition as critical. Her foundation said she has been granted a prison sentence Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 11 May 2026 12:13 am

Syria sets first cabinet reshuffle since Assad ouster, state media reports

The reshuffle is the first since the ouster of former President Bashar al-Assad and comes around a year and a half into the five-year transitional period set out in Syrias constitutional declaration

The Hindu 10 May 2026 11:41 pm

PM Modi dials up Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, wishes him smooth and successful tenure

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated C. Joseph Vijay over a phone call after he took oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. According to sources, Modi extended warm wishes to Vijay and wished him a smooth and successful tenure

IBTimes 10 May 2026 11:30 pm

Militia kill at least 69 in DR Congo: local, security sources

Two ethnic groups the Hema and the Lendu have been locked in a long-running violent conflict in Ituri, a gold-rich province that borders Uganda and South Sudan

The Hindu 10 May 2026 11:04 pm

Watch: Viral dance by Hungary's 'cool politician' lights up PM Peter Magyar's inauguration

Zsolt Hegedus, known as Hungary's dancing politician, went viral again after performing on the steps of Parliament following the swearing-in of new Prime Minister Peter Magyar. Magyar's Tisza Party secured a landslide victory in Hungary's parliamentary elections, ending Viktor Orban's 16-year rule.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 10:01 pm

Air India tightens compliance drive amid mounting losses, over 1,000 staff terminated in 3 yrs

The Air India Group is projected to have posted losses exceeding Rs 22,000 crore in FY26, prompting measures such as withholding salary increments, reducing discretionary spending and cutting non-essential costs.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 10:01 pm

Moscow has no intention of going to war with Nato: Russia

Sergey Nechayev said Russia has no intention of going to war with NATO or Germany, but warned that discussions around a joint European uclear shield could alter the strategic balance in Europe. Speaking in Berlin, Nechayev said Russia would respond according to its nuclear doctrine if nuclear threats expanded.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 10:01 pm

Saudi oil giant exports 7 mn barrels of oil a day via pipeline to skirt Hormuz

Saudi Aramco said its East-West Pipeline has reached its full capacity of 7 million barrels per day, helping the company bypass the closed Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions and disruptions caused by the Iran war.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 9:59 pm

'Don't buy gold, prioritise WFH,use oil wisely, : PM Modi's message amid West Asia conflict

Speaking at a rally in Telangana's Hyderabad, PM Modi has urged people to save oil because of ongoing global uncertainty due to the US-Iran war in the Middle East. He, however, maintained that his government's priority remains safeguarding India's interests.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 9:58 pm

PIL in SC seeks minimum wages, labour rights for priests in state-controlled temples

A PIL has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking minimum wages, labour rights and social security protections for priests, sevadars and temple staff working in state-controlled temples across India. The petition argues that since state governments exercise administrative and financial control over temples

IBTimes 10 May 2026 9:58 pm

Iran sends proposal to US through Pakistan to end war

Iran on Sunday, May 10, submitted its response to a United States proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, with Tehran emphasising a permanent halt to hostilities and maritime security in the Gulf, according to Iranian state media reports. The response was delivered through Pakistani mediators, Irans official news agency IRNA reported, describing the proposal Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 May 2026 9:04 pm

India, Trinidad and Tobago sign eight MoUs during Jaishankar visit

Agreements on tourism, healthcare, infrastructure and Ayurveda signed during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankars two-day visit, as both sides review progress on initiatives announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit last year

The Hindu 10 May 2026 7:27 pm

Explosion at coal mine in Colombia, at least four trapped

The explosion happened on Saturday (May 9) afternoon at the Las Quintas mine in Pueblo Viejo, a village in Cucunuba municipality, said Jorge Emilio Rey, governor of the department of Cundinamarca.

The Hindu 10 May 2026 6:20 pm

Is Rashmika Mandanna pregnant? Fans speculate after actor hides midriff during Vijay Deverakonda's birthday

Pregnancy rumours around Rashmika Mandanna surfaced after fans noticed the actor seemingly hid her midriff during Vijay Deverakonda's 37th birthday celebrations. Rashmika shared glimpses from the intimate celebration on Instagram, but fans only noticed that she mostly posted upper-half photos.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 5:37 pm

Bangladeshs HC rejects detained Hindu monks bail petition

Chattogram Divisional Speedy Trial Tribunal on January 19 indicted Das, a former ISKCON leader, and 38 others in connection with the death of the lawyer in Chattogram and opened a trial against him.

The Hindu 10 May 2026 5:23 pm

U.K.'s Starmer says his government is a ten-year project despite calls to quit

We got a real kicking from the voters, theres no escaping that, says Bridget Phillipson, the Education Minister.

The Hindu 10 May 2026 4:44 pm

Indonesian rescuers find hikers' bodies after volcanic eruption

Their bodies were found not far from where the remains of an Indonesian hiker had been found a day earlier, says National Disaster Mitigation Agency spokesman Abdul Muhari in a statement

The Hindu 10 May 2026 4:19 pm

Non-binary Indian migrant elected member of Scottish Parliament

LONDON, May 10: Q Manivannan, an India-born anthropologist who identifies as non-binary, has been elected to the devolved Scottish Parliament on a platform of kinder politics for the region. The newly elected member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) secured a win on the Edinburgh and Lothians East list for the pro-independence Scottish Greens in Thursdays polls. The student from Tamil Nadu was able to contest as a result of a rule change that allowed foreigners on even short-term visas and [] The post Non-binary Indian migrant elected member of Scottish Parliament appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 10 May 2026 4:00 pm

Iran says clock is ticking for US interests amid Hormuz tensions

Iran on Sunday, May 10, escalated its rhetoric against the United States and countries supporting American sanctions, warning that the clock is ticking for US interests as tensions continue to rise around the Strait of Hormuz. Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for the Iranian parliaments Foreign Policy and National Security Committee, said Tehran would respond forcefully to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 May 2026 3:30 pm

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill three, medics say, testing fragile ceasefire

Medics said an air strike killed one person in the Maghazi refugee camp in the Gaza Strip, while another killed the head of the criminal police force in Khan Younis, Wessam Abdel-Hadi, and his aide, according to Gazas Hamas-run Interior Ministry

The Hindu 10 May 2026 3:22 pm

PM Modi hails role of spirituality, social participation at Art of Living event in Bengaluru

PM Modi said society plays a bigger role than politics in national development and lauded The Art of Living's initiatives in environmental protection, women empowerment, tribal welfare and prisoner rehabilitation. He also urged spiritual and social organisations to contribute more actively towards holistic development.

IBTimes 10 May 2026 2:14 pm

Hantavirus-hit cruise MV Hondius arrives in Tenerife as tents errected and police swarm port

MV Hondius, with more than 140 passengers and crew on board, has arrived at Granadilla Port in Tenerife as local police and international press swarm ... Hantavirus-hit cruise MV Hondius arrives in Tenerife as tents errected and police swarm port

India Vision 10 May 2026 1:35 pm

Hantavirus live: Army parachutes in to help Brits after suspected case on island

A specialist British Army team has parachuted onto the south Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha after a Brit from the MV Hondius cruise ship with sus... Hantavirus live: Army parachutes in to help Brits after suspected case on island

India Vision 10 May 2026 1:33 pm

Putin says Ukraine war 'coming to an end' and even mentions Zelensky by name

Vladimir Putin has claimed the Ukraine war 'is coming to an end' and also made a rare mention of President Zelensky by name, suggesting they could mee... Putin says Ukraine war 'coming to an end' and even mentions Zelensky by name

India Vision 10 May 2026 1:32 pm

Israel deports two Gaza flotilla activists after detention

Israel on Sunday, May 10, deported two activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) following their prolonged detention by Israeli authorities. Those deported were Brazilian Thiago de Avila and Saif Abukeshek,Spanish national of Palestinian origin. Also ReadIran warns of heavy assault on US assets over tanker attacks In a statement posted on X, the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 May 2026 12:58 pm

Twelve Pakistani police officers killed in car bombing and shootout

A militant alliance known as the Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen claimed responsibility for the attack

The Hindu 10 May 2026 10:52 am

US Mayor axes entire police dept after officers upset his wife

A mayor in the USs Cohutta town, Georgia, fired the entire police department on May 6, after officers reportedly upset his wife. The Mayor, Ron Shinnick, sacked 10 police officers from service after tensions escalated between him and his wife, as the officers reportedly discussed her on social media. The PD has been dissolved, and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 May 2026 9:26 am

EAM Jaishankar hands over India-assisted agro-processing facility in South Trinidad

S. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8 on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, aimed at deepening Indias engagement with the Caribbean nations

The Hindu 10 May 2026 9:19 am

Pakistan: Three policemen killed in militant attack in KPK

Peshawar: At least three policemen were killed and several others injured on Saturday, May 9, in a suicide bomb attack at a police station, followed by gunfire between security personnel and militants in Pakistans restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police said. The security forces frustrated a major suicide attack on a Police Station in restive Bannu Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 May 2026 8:32 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Rubio meets Qatari PM as U.S. awaits Iran's response

Iran on May 9 said it was still reviewing the United States proposal linked to ongoing negotiations over the West Asia conflict

The Hindu 10 May 2026 8:00 am

Iran warns of heavy assault on US assets over tanker attacks

Iran has warned of a heavy assault against American assets in the Middle East if its oil tankers or commercial vessels are further targeted amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Any further aggression against Iranian oil tankers and commercial ships would result in a heavy assault against one of the American centres in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 10 May 2026 7:25 am

Putin says Ukraine war winding down, blasts West for backing Kyiv

The Russian President said he was ready to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a third country only once all conditions for a potential peace agreement were settled

The Hindu 10 May 2026 1:56 am

Rubio defends new U.S. sanctions on Cuba, targeting military-run conglomerate GAESA

Established in the 1990s under military control, GAESA was the Cuban Armed Forces' strategic response to the economic collapse that followed the Soviet Union's fall and the tightening of U.S. sanctions in place at the time

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:39 pm

Iran warns Bahrain, others over Hormuz access forever

Iran has warned Bahrain and other regional governments against backing a US-supported resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz, threatening severe consequences and warning they could lose access to the strategic waterway forever. On Saturday, May 9, Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the national security and foreign policy committee in the Iranian parliament, issued the warning in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 9 May 2026 10:28 pm

Telugu woman drowns in Florida, Hyderabad family in shock

Hyderabad: A young woman hailing from Hyderabad allegedly drowned in a swimming pool in Florida, United States. Veena, whose parents live in Lingojiguda in LB Nagar, was residing in Virginia. Two days ago, she travelled to Florida to attend a family function. During that time, she reportedly entered the swimming pool and drowned. Her sudden Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 9 May 2026 10:03 pm

Israeli drone strikes near Beirut kill four; southern airstrikes claim at least 13 lives

The Israeli military said Hezbollah fired explosive drones into Israel near the border with Lebanon adding that three soldiers were wounded, one of them seriously, in one of the attacks

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:02 pm

U.K. PM Starmer turns to Labour Party grandees after tough local election verdict

On the appointment of the two Labour Party grandees, Mr. Starmer said that as Britains longest-serving chancellor, former PM Gordon Brown is well placed to work with international allies to boost the countrys security and resilience

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:36 pm

Indonesian rescuers find 1 body after volcano eruption as search continues for 2 more

Rescuers on May 9, recovered the body of an Indonesian woman who was caught in a volcanic eruption at Mount Dukono on Indonesias remote island of Halmahera a day earlier, as search operations continued to find the bodies of two Singaporeans

The Hindu 9 May 2026 7:23 pm

Israel to release two Gaza flotilla activists ahead of deportation: rights group

After over a week of Israeli detention, Saif and Avila are said to be released.

The Hindu 9 May 2026 7:03 pm

Plane hits pedestrian during takeoff at Denver airport

Frontier Flight 4345 reported striking a pedestrian during takeoff at around 11:19 p.m. on May 9, says Denver International Airport in a statement

The Hindu 9 May 2026 5:25 pm

Neetu Kapoor's Daadi Ki Shaadi review: Kapil Sharma can't act, film lacks emotional depth; box office opens to disappointing start

Daadi Ki Shaadi stars Kapil Sharma and Neetu Kapoor in pivotal roles. In the film, Neetu Kapoor plays a grandmother who gives love a second chance and embraces romance in her later years. Let's take a look at what netizens are saying about the film, Daadi Ki Shaadi.

IBTimes 9 May 2026 5:05 pm

Australia's far-right party wins first lower house seat

The result is in line with a surge of electoral support for far-right populist parties globally. Britain's ruling Labour party this week suffered a widespread loss of seats at council elections

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:40 pm

Three Indian-origin men in Canada convicted of couples murder

The couple was found dead in their Abbotsford residence in May 2022

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:14 pm

Tariffs and rare earths: Lula da Silva positions Brazil as a global player in U.S. visit

The buzz intensified when Flvio Bolsonaro, the presumptive far-right candidate, flew to Miami a day before Mr. Lulas meeting with Donald Trump on May 8, 2026

The Hindu 9 May 2026 4:08 pm

Army is fighting 'aggressive' NATO-backed force in Victory Day speech: Russian President Putin

The parade was vastly scaled back compared to previous years, with no military hardware on display for the first time in nearly two decades and only a handful of foreign dignitaries in attendance

The Hindu 9 May 2026 3:34 pm

UAE to decide on remote or in-person classes on May 10 as schools and universities remain on alert

UAE schools and universities await a crucial May 10 announcement to determine the return to in-person learning or continued remote education. This decision follows a nationwide safety assessment prompted by renewed regional tensions and emergency alerts. Authorities are prioritizing student and staff safety while ensuring educational continuity.

The Times of India 9 May 2026 2:16 pm

Labour loses power in Wales for first time since 1999 devolution

Wales waves good-bye to Labour for first time since 1999 as the nationalist Plaid Cymrus leader Rhun ap Iorwerth wins the election echoing its need for a change of leadership

The Hindu 9 May 2026 1:47 pm

Arab Cinema shines at Cannes 2026 as Gulf Filmmakers lead major festival categories

Cannes 2026 highlights Arab and Middle Eastern cinema. Films from Palestine, Morocco, Egypt, and Iran feature prominently. This marks a shift towards culturally rooted storytelling. The festival emphasizes auteur cinema over Hollywood blockbusters. Arab filmmakers are gaining global recognition. This edition signifies a defining moment for regional cinema on the world stage.

The Times of India 9 May 2026 1:31 pm

Magyar to become Hungarys regime change PM

The former government insider-turned-critic scored a landslide victory last month, pledging wide-ranging reforms to fight corruption

The Hindu 9 May 2026 12:42 pm

Two British nationals test positive for hantavirus; experts say pandemic risk remains low, no India cases so far

Experts noted that hantavirus spreads poorly between humans and outbreaks are usually localised. No officially confirmed cases linked to the current outbreak have been reported in India so far.

IBTimes 9 May 2026 12:20 pm

Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as Bengal's first BJP CM; PM Modi present, Mamata skips

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the chief minister of West Bengal on Saturday, heading the first BJP government in the state. Governor RN Ravi administered the oath

IBTimes 9 May 2026 12:18 pm

Handwriting on new Epstein note matches one found after his death, say experts

They are written by the same person, said Bart Baggett, who founded the forensic analysis firm Handwriting Experts Inc. and has testified in court as an expert witness more than 130 times

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:58 am

Things under very good control: US President Trump says administration closely monitoring Hantavirus cases

Not easily transferable, unlike COVID. But well see; were studying it very closely, said Trump

The Hindu Businessline 9 May 2026 11:46 am

Top Sri Lankan Buddhist monk arrested over alleged sex abuse

Pallegama Hemarathana, 71, was arrested at a private hospital in the capital Colombo, where he had sought treatment over the weekend amid an investigation into the alleged abuse of the 11-year-old girl in 2022

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:43 am

India, IOM discuss expanding, diversifying regular migration pathways

Discussions focussed on expanding and diversifying regular migration pathways and on Indias proactive approach to the implementation of GCM and IOM activities in India, Kirti Vardhan Singh said

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:12 am

U.S. authorities cancel cruise ship worker visas as part of child sexual abuse images case

The authorities boarded eight cruise ships in late April and determined that 27 people, mostly from the Philippines, were involved in he receipt, possession, transportation, distribution, or viewing of child sexual abuse images, says U.S. Customs and Border Protection

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:07 am

WHO chief due in Canaries to coordinate hantavirus ship evacuation

The only hantavirus strain that can transmit from person to person Andes virus has been confirmed among those who have tested positive, fuelling international concern

The Hindu 9 May 2026 11:06 am

Cricket gives special dimension to India-Trinidad and Tobago ties: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8, 2026 on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago

The Hindu 9 May 2026 10:24 am

US imposes sanctions on 10 individuals, companies for aiding Iran's weapons sector

In a statement, US Treasury said it remains ready to take economic action against Irans military industrial base so Tehran cannot reconstitute its production capacity and project power outside its borders

The Hindu Businessline 9 May 2026 10:09 am

US expects Iranian response soon amid clashes in Hormuz

Oil edged higher, with investors weighing whether renewed clashes would derail the fragile ceasefire; Brent crude settled around $101 a barrel, but still notched a weekly drop of about 6%

The Hindu Businessline 9 May 2026 9:36 am

Two killed as U.S. military strikes on alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific

Video posted on social media by U.S. Southern Command shows a black, boat-shaped image before what appears to be an explosion, followed by a column of fire rising from the ocean

The Hindu 9 May 2026 9:17 am

Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for 3-day ceasefire and prisoner swap

Washington, May 09: President Donald Trump has said that the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, adding that such a halt to hostilities could be the beginning of the end of the long war between them. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Yuri Ushakov, Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign affairs adviser, both confirmed the agreement. I asked and, President Putin agreed. President Zelenskyy agreed -- both readily, Trump said on Friday as he departed the White House to attend a dinner at his Virginia golf club. And we have a little period of time where they're not going to be killing people. That's very good Trump earlier Friday had announced on social media that the ceasefire would run Saturday through Monday. Saturday is Victory Day in Russia, a holiday that commemorates the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. I am pleased to announce that there will be a THREE DAY CEASEFIRE (May 9th, 10th, and 11th) in the War between Russia and Ukraine, Trump wrote. The Celebration in Russia is for Victory Day but, likewise, in Ukraine, because they were also a big part and factor of World War II. The Republican president said the ceasefire includes a suspension of all kinetic activity and the exchange of 1,000 prisoners by each country. Russia had announced a ceasefire for Friday and Saturday, but it quickly unravelled, with both sides blaming the other for the continued fighting, just as they had when Ukraine's own unilateral ceasefire had swiftly collapsed earlier in the week. Trump said he made his request for the ceasefire directly to the two presidents. Hopefully, it is the beginning of the end of a very long, deadly, and hard fought War, he said. Trump added that talks continue over ending the war that began in February 2022 and we are getting closer and closer every day. Trump has gone back and forth over whether the war will end, at times expressing optimism and at other times saying Russia and Ukraine should be left to fight it out to the bitter end. Zelenskyy said Ukraine's decision on how to engage with those discussions was shaped in part by the prospect of freeing its prisoners. Ukraine has made the return of prisoners of war a central demand throughout the conflict. Red Square matters less to us than the lives of Ukrainian prisoners of war who can be brought home, Zelenskyy wrote on Telegram. Red Square is where Russia holds its traditional military parade to celebrate Victory Day, one of the biggest holidays of the year. After releasing his statement, Zelenskyy issued a formal presidential decree authorising Russia to hold the parade, declaring Red Square off-limits for Ukrainian strikes for the duration of the event. The framing of the decree appeared designed to underscore Kyiv's claim that it holds effective targeting reach over the Russian capital, while publicly tying Ukrainian restraint to the ceasefire terms. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov later shrugged off Zelenskyy's decree as a silly joke. We don't need anyone's permission to be proud of our Victory Day, Peskov told reporters. Zelenskyy said the deal for a ceasefire was reached through a US-mediated process and thanked Trump and the American team for what he called effective diplomatic engagement. He said Ukraine expected Washington to hold Russia to the terms of the agreement. We are counting on the United States to ensure that Russia fulfills its commitments, Zelenskyy said. Zelenskyy said he had instructed his team to prepare everything necessary for the exchange without delay. Trump's announcement came hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio struck a much more somber tone about negotiations to halt Russia's 4-year-old war in Ukraine, saying US mediation efforts have not led to a fruitful outcome so far. While we're prepared to play whatever role we can to bring it to a peaceful diplomatic resolution, unfortunately right now, those efforts have stagnated, Rubio told reporters at the end of a visit to Rome and the Vatican. But we always stand ready if those circumstances change.

Greater Kashmir 9 May 2026 8:48 am