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Nickolay Mladenov, a seasoned Bulgarian diplomat, is appointed as the director-general of President Trumps new Board of Peace for Gaza, aiming to oversee Gazas post-war reconstruction and stability. With his extensive experience in Middle East peace efforts, Mladenov is praised for his ability to build trust and find common ground between Israel and Palestine.

Syrias Defense Ministry announces a ceasefire in northern Aleppo, following three days of clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters. The truce allows armed groups to leave with personal light weapons, but the Syrian Democratic Forces agreement remains unclear. U.S. envoy Tom Barrack praises the move, aiming to extend the ceasefire. The violence resulted in civilian casualties and injuries, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilian areas. The ceasefire comes amidst a deadlock in talks between Damascus and the Kurds, who have been Americas main ally against ISIS. Pressure mounts to revive the merger deal as tensions persist between Turkey and the Kurds.

Protests erupt in Minneapolis following fatal ICE shooting, as community outrage grows over federal immigration enforcement tactics and a new shooting in Oregon fuels national scrutiny.

Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, heads to federal court in Manhattan for a crucial hearing. His lawyers aim to block the death penalty, arguing against a spectacle surrounding his arrest and premature talk of execution. Mangione, who pleaded not guilty to federal and state murder charges, also seeks to dismiss the main federal charge due to legal flaws. The defense will argue against excluding certain evidence, while the judge sets a trial date. Mangione has gained support from those frustrated with the health insurance industry, with some attending his court dates in solidarity. Thompson was shot from behind in December 2024, with bullets marked with anti-insurance phrases. The backpack found at Mangiones arrest, containing a matching gun and a notebook with alleged murder plans, is at the heart of the case. Mangiones team claims the search was illegal without a warrant, while prosecutors argue it was necessary for safety and the items would have been found anyway. The U.S. Attorney General pushed for the death penalty, but Mangiones lawyers argue her public comments and past ties tainted the case. As the hearing concludes key motions, the focus shifts towards building towards trial in this high-stakes saga.

K-pop makes history at the 2026 Grammy Awards with nominations in major categories, including Rosé from Blackpinks APT for Record and Song of the Year, and Katseyes nomination for Best New Artist. The nominations blend K-pop roots with Western appeal, sparking debate on whether this is a true breakthrough or evolution of the genre. The timing coincides with K-pops global shift, and the results will determine if a K-pop act wins its first Grammy, marking a new chapter or continuing the debate.

Iranian state media blames US, Israel for massive protests, internet shut down amidst widespread destruction and casualties.

Millions of Filipino Catholics gather for the annual Black Nazarene procession, one of Asias biggest religious events, amid public outrage over a corruption scandal. Devotees believe contact with the statue brings cures and blessings, while protesters demand justice for the accused officials.

Russias overnight assault on Ukraine resulted in three fatalities and sixteen injuries in Kyiv. Lviv faced critical infrastructure damage from an unidentified missile. Kyivs Desnyanskyi and Dnipro districts sustained drone strikes, causing building damage and fire disruptions. The Lviv missile traveled at thirteen thousand kilometers per hour, with its type still under investigation.

Renee Good, a devoted mother and Christian, was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis. Despite no criminal record, she was labeled a domestic terrorist. Witnesses and family describe her as gentle and kind, contradicting official accounts. Good, a former college student and podcast host, was remembered as compassionate and caring. Her death sparked community mourning and questions about the official narrative.