Here are some of the top world news stories for today based on available information:
- Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Following a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to immediate ceasefire talks. However, the Kremlin indicated that the process would take time, with no specific timeframe provided. This follows Russia’s largest drone attack on Ukraine, targeting Kyiv, just before the call.
- Israel-Gaza Operations: Israel has launched an extensive ground assault in Gaza, named “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” aimed at pressuring Hamas into releasing hostages and destroying the group. Some aid trucks have entered Gaza after a nearly three-month blockade, following international pressure. Hamas has proposed releasing some hostages in fresh talks in Doha.
- U.S. Political Developments: The U.S. House Budget Committee advanced President Trump’s tax-cut bill in a rare Sunday night session, moving it to the House Rules Committee for further amendments. Meanwhile, former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, prompting well-wishes from the Trump administration.
- Poland Presidential Election: Poles voted for a new president amid security concerns due to the war in Ukraine. The top candidates are Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski (liberal) and Karol Nawrocki (conservative), with a second round expected on June 1 if no candidate secures 50% of the vote.
- Bengaluru Flooding Crisis: Heavy rainfall in Bengaluru, India, has led to severe flooding, with three deaths reported and 500 homes submerged. The city braces for five more days of heavy rain, exacerbating the situation.
- Pope Leo XIV’s Inaugural Mass: Pope Leo XIV held his inaugural mass in St. Peter’s Square, attended by world leaders including Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. Vice President JD Vance. He emphasized unity and warned about the dangers of artificial intelligence.
- Trump’s Tariff Policy: Discussions around Trump’s proposed tariffs continue, with advisor Scott Bessent suggesting a return to “reciprocal” tariff levels if trade deals are not reached, impacting global markets.
These stories reflect significant global developments
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