Russia's massive overnight assault on Ukraine leaves destruction and casualties, as Kyiv urges faster air defense deliveries.
White House warns federal layoffs possible if shutdown funding talks fail, with agencies considering reduction-in-force notices.
Hostage release talks advance as Israel halts Gaza bombing, but diplomatic fragility remains with a Nepali student's abduction and a flotilla seizure heightening regional tensions.
Russia's massive overnight assault on Ukraine leaves destruction and casualties, as Kyiv urges faster air defense deliveries.
White House warns federal layoffs possible if shutdown funding talks fail, with agencies considering reduction-in-force notices.
Hostage release talks advance as Israel halts Gaza bombing, but diplomatic fragility remains with a Nepali student's abduction and a flotilla seizure heightening regional tensions.