Today's Top Reports
Colombia
Four bombings in northeast Colombia
Four bomb attacks in northeast Colombia injured six people overnight, with authorities blaming the ELN guerrilla group. The attacks targeted a toll booth and police stations near the Venezuelan border. These incidents occurred after the government suspended peace talks with ELN last month following an offensive that killed 50 people and displaced 50,000. This event took place on 02/20/2025.
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Gaza Strip
Hamas releases four bodies after 503 days
Four black coffins believed to contain the remains of four Israeli hostages from Gaza entered Israel after Hamas released them. The deceased include Shiri Bibas, her sons Ariel and Kfir, and Oded Lifshitz, who were initially kidnapped by Hamas terrorists 503 days ago. The bodies were transferred from Gaza to Israel and were transported by IDF vehicles, with a police escort, to the Abu Kabir Forensic Institute for formal identification. This event took place on 02/20/2025.
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Russia
Russia to resume comprehensive dialogue with the US
Russia announced it is resuming full dialogue with the US on Ukraine following talks in Saudi Arabia that excluded Ukraine and European allies. The Kremlin welcomed President Trump's stance, urging a quick end to the conflict. Since taking office in January 2025, Trump has shifted US policy by reaching out to Putin while criticizing Zelensky, whom he called a "dictator." Trump's administration is linking Ukraine's support to access to rare minerals and has abandoned Biden's policy of isolating Russia. Kremlin spokesman Peskov confirmed both nations will discuss various issues, including prisoner exchanges, noting Trump's position is "more favorable" to Russia. This event took place on 02/20/2025.
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South Korea
Yoon becomes first South Korean president to stand trial
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces criminal and impeachment trials after declaring martial law in December 2024. His lawyers claim the decree was meant to prevent a "legislative dictatorship" by the opposition Democratic Party. The martial law lasted only six hours before parliament voted it down but led to Yoon's arrest and impeachment. He is the first South Korean president to face criminal charges, specifically for "fomenting insurrection." If the constitutional court upholds the impeachment, Yoon will be permanently removed from office, triggering new elections within 60 days. The situation has sparked protests and political turmoil in South Korea. This event took place on 02/20/2025.
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United States
US won't co-sponsor UN resolution backing Ukraine and objects to language in G7 statement
The US is refusing to co-sponsor a UN resolution marking three years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine and objects to using "Russian aggression" in an upcoming G7 statement. This marks a significant shift in US policy, coinciding with President Trump's efforts to quickly end the war, including holding talks with Russia without Ukraine's involvement. The UN resolution, backed by over 50 countries and scheduled for a vote on Monday, calls for Russia's complete withdrawal from Ukraine. This diplomatic change represents a crisis for Ukraine, which has heavily depended on US military and diplomatic support. This event took place on 02/20/2025.
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