China calls for Russo-Ukrainian peace talks as war’s 1-year mark arrives

Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, and Friday will mark the war’s one-year anniversary. China called for a ceasefire in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict this week and for the start of peace negotiations as the war’s one-year anniversary approaches Friday. Beijing unveiled its proposals as part of a 12-point plan to end the conflict that would also see the end of Western sanctions on Russia and a … Continue reading China calls for Russo-Ukrainian peace talks as war’s 1-year mark arrives

Syrian army intercepts Israeli missiles near Damascus: State media

The latest Israeli strikes come a day after Syrian government pulled out of UN-led talks in Geneva to end the civil war Syrian air defences intercepted at least two Israeli missiles which targeted government positions near Damascus early Saturday morning, state media reported. “At half past midnight (2230 GMT Friday), the Israeli enemy fired several surface-to-surface missiles at a military position in Damascus province,” the … Continue reading Syrian army intercepts Israeli missiles near Damascus: State media

BREAKING: Abbas Says Hamas Ministers Must Recognize Israel

Following on the heels of a final Fatah-Hamas unification agreement that will see the Fatah-controlled Palestinian government gain control of Gaza by December 1st, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has stated that Hamas ministers entering the unity government must recognize Israel’s right to exist.  This is a significant development in that Hamas has never recognized Israel.  This will put significant pressure on Israel to agree to a peace deal. … Continue reading BREAKING: Abbas Says Hamas Ministers Must Recognize Israel