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February 26, 2024 6:04 PM

Biden says there could be a cease-fire in Gaza by Monday. Talks are still ongoing

Negotiators have been trying to reach a deal on a temporary cease-fire to to move hostages held in Gaza out of the territory. President Biden says he's optimistic the cease-fire could begin in a week.

by NPR Staff

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February 26, 2024 1:38 PM

Hungary has approved Sweden's bid to join NATO, the final hurdle to membership

Hungary’s parliament has approved Sweden’s bid to join NATO, clearing the way for the Nordic nation's accession to the military alliance after two years of intense negotiations.

by Rob Schmitz

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February 26, 2024 1:25 PM

U.S. airman dies after setting himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy

Aaron Bushnell, who was an active duty member of the U.S. Air Force based in San Antonio, Texas, is seen in a video saying “Free Palestine!” after lighting himself on fire.

by Juliana Kim

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February 26, 2024 4:02 AM

Why Egypt won't allow vulnerable Palestinians across its border

Egypt's empty Sinai Peninsula would offer safety for Palestinian civilians. But Egypt fears refugees might never be allowed back, citing the painful history of earlier Israeli-Palestinian wars.

by Greg Myre and Aya Batrawy

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February 25, 2024 3:39 PM

31,000 Ukrainian troops have been killed so far in the war, Zelenskyy says

It's the first time Ukraine has publicly given a figure for military casualties. As Russia's war on Ukraine enters its third year, Zelenskyy says 2024 could be decisive.

by Joanna Kakissis

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February 25, 2024 1:51 PM

Jake Sullivan says U.S., Israel have agreed to 'basic contours' of a cease-fire deal

It's unclear whether Hamas would also sign on. The White House national security adviser also called on Republicans in Congress to approve more military aid to Ukraine.

by Joe Hernandez

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February 25, 2024 4:00 AM

A new home for the African diaspora in Ghana stirs tensions

Ghana tried to create a haven for anyone from across the African diaspora. But for some Ghanaians, the project has become a source of bitterness.

by Emmanuel Akinwotu

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February 25, 2024 4:00 AM

Series of recent DOJ cases show foreign operatives plotting assassinations in U.S.

State-sponsored assassination plots on U.S. soil may sound like the stuff of movies, but the Department of Justice says it has foiled four such cases since 2022.

by Ryan Lucas

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February 24, 2024 5:08 PM

Putin remains defiant as ever 2 years into Russia's war in Ukraine

The Russian leader had a busy week, one that saw him exude confidence about Russia's military and economic resilience as Ukraine has increasingly struggled on the battlefield.

by Charles Maynes

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February 24, 2024 8:42 AM

After 2 years of war in Ukraine, 6 cities hold out hope under fire

In the 80% of Ukraine that remains in Kyiv's hands, two years of full-scale war with Russia have brought grief, destruction and, despite all, optimism.

by Joanna Kakissis, Claire Harbage, Polina Lytvynova and Hanna Palamarenko

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