Putin will not attend peace talks in Turkey on Thursday

The Kremlin has confirmed that President Putin will not be attending the peace talks due to take place in Istanbul on Thursday.

Vladimir Putin proposed May 15 should be the next date for mediation between Ukraine and Russia - and the Ukrainian president then offered to meet for one-on-one talks, which the Russian president has now decided not to attend.

Ross Cullen has more from Istanbul.

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Boeing signs "record" deal with Qatar during Trump Gulf trip

US President Donald Trump has attended a state dinner in Qatar after announcing a series of deals with the Gulf state - including a "record" order of Boeing jets. 

The White House says Boeing and GE Aerospace secured a $96 billion agreement to sell Qatar Airways up to 210 aircraft.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.

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Menendez brothers eligible for parole following judge's ruling

Erik and Lyle Menendez have moved a step closer to a possible release from prison after a Los Angeles judge ruled they were eligible for parole.

The brothers, now in their fifties, have been incarcerated for more than thirty-five years for murdering their parents in 1989.

Ira Spitzer has more.

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Trump says “possibility” he will attend Ukraine-Russia talks

US President Donald Trump says there is a "possibility" he'll attend
face-to-face peace talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

But he admitted he didn't know if Russian president Vladimir Putin
would show up for the talks scheduled for Thursday.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Grand jury indicts Wisconsin judge for allegedly helping immigrant escape ICE

A federal grand jury has indicted a Wisconsin judge on obstruction charges, after she allegedly helped an undocumented immigrant evade immigration officers.  

Judge Hannah Dugan has called her arrest unnecessary and says she is innocent.

Toni Waterman has more.

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ISRAEL SAY UNDERGROUND HAMAS BUNKER TARGET OF HOSPITAL AIRSTRIKES

The Israeli Military has confirmed it launched airstrikes on a hospital in Gaza - saying it was targeting an underground command bunker used by Hamas. 

Palestinian media report dozens of people have died. 

From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more. 

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Commission loses NYT Pfizer legal battle

The European Court of Justice has annulled the European Commission's
decision to withhold exchanges between Pfizer's CEO and President
Ursula von der Leyen.

The case was brought by the New York Times as they sought to obtain
messages relating to the procurement of Covid-19 vaccines.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.


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KEY DETAILS OF POTENTIAL KYIV-MOSCOW TURKEY TALKS REMAIN UNKNOWN

A day before scheduled talks in Turkey, it's still unclear whether the Russian and American presidents will meet Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky for peace talks.

Regardless, Kyiv says Zelenskyy will go - but demands if President Putin fails to appear the 'strongest' package of sanctions yet should follow and so should increase military support.

Stuart Smith has more from Kyiv.

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Hungary-Ukraine Spy Claims Spark Political Clash

Hungary's Prime Minister is accusing Ukraine of launching a secret intelligence operation with help from a local opposition party. The claim comes amid rising tensions between Budapest and Kyiv and a proposed Hungarian referendum on Ukraine's EU membership. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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TRUMP MEETS SYRIAN'S INTERIM PRESIDENT

US President Donald Trump has met Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia.

It comes as the US announced a lifting of sanctions on Syria.

President Trump says it gives Syria a 'chance at greatness' after Bashar al-Assad's government was ousted.

Former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Jim Townsend says it's a step forward.

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China criticises UK trade deal with US, FT reports

China has warned the United Kingdom over the terms of its trade deal with the United States claiming it could be used to squeeze Chinese products out of British supply chains, according to a report by the Financial Times.

The trade deal the US reached with the UK last week includes strict security requirements for Britain’s steel and pharmaceuticals industries, as Laura Westbrook reports.

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The diplomatic fallout between India and Pakistan continues

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India and Pakistan have both expelled a diplomat serving in the Indian and Pakistani High Commissions.

The move follows a dramatic escalation last week involving cross-border gunfire, drone incursions, and missile strikes with New Delhi claiming it targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan—an allegation Islamabad denies.

Hira Mustafa has more. 

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India-Pakistan expel one diplomat each as tensions simmer

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India and Pakistan have expelled one diplomat each as tensions between the Asian neighbors continue simmering. 

Exactly one week ago, India carried out air strikes inside Pakistan - which sparked an armed conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Hostilities ended after a ceasefire was announced on May 10th. 

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Menendez brothers resentencing hearing begins

A resentencing hearing is underway in Los Angeles that could determine whether Erik and Lyle Menendez will remain behind bars for the murder of their parents more than thirty years ago.

Two recent television series have sparked renewed public interest in the Menendez brothers' saga.

Ira Spitzer has more.

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Trump Mideast trip overshadowed by Qatar luxury plane

President Donald Trump's Middle East trip is underway as he looks to
reel in trillions of dollars of investments.

However, his acceptance of the $400m luxury plane from Qatar is
raising ethically and constitutional questions and provoking
criticism, even from some of his most vocal supporters.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Inflation softer than expected amid Trump tariffs

US inflation was softer than expected in April as businesses assess the impact of President Trump's trade tariffs…and as they work through built-up inventory.

Prices rose 2.3% on year last month, slightly slower than the month before.

Toni Waterman has more.

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UKRAINE READY FOR PEACE TALKS, AWAITS ANSWER ON WHO WILL ATTEND

Ukraine's President Zelensky says he still plans to attend direct talks with Russia scheduled for Thursday.

But the Office of the President says any negotiation must be held directly with Russia's President Putin.

Stuart Smith has more from Kyiv.

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RADIO: OVER 100 DIE IN FLOODS

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The death toll from floods caused by torrential rains in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 110. The floods destroyed hundreds of houses in South Kivu province on Saturday. Authorities are still searching for missing people. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa..

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Pakistani legislators have denounced the Indian Prime Minister's speech

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In his first speech after the ceasefire, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that military action against Pakistan is only paused and could resume if another terror attack happens.

The statement drew sharp criticism from Pakistani lawmakers, with Islamabad calling it provocative and irresponsible.

Analysts stress that the nuclear-armed nations in the region must demonstrate maturity and wisdom, as any misstep could jeopardize the stability of South Asia.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.

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Russia responsible for downed passenger plane: UN agency

The United Nations says Russia was responsible for downing a
commercial plane over Ukraine in 2014.

Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 was traveling from Amsterdam to Kuala
Lumpur with 298 people on board.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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