Church leaders in Jerusalem prepare for Easter amid war
Church leaders in Jerusalem hold emergency session to address Holy Fire ceremony restrictions amid ongoing Middle East conflict, seeking clarity from Israeli PM.
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Greek frigate “Hydra” supports merchant vessels in Operation Aspides
Greek frigate Hydra successfully supports merchant vessels in European naval operation Aspides, ensuring maritime security in critical shipping lanes.
Provocative Turkish newspaper claims “Greeks selling islands to Israel”
Turkish media claims Greece plans to lease Aegean islands to Israel, sparking tensions and military threats from Ankara over alleged encirclement strategy.
Putin warns Middle East conflict could rival COVID-19 pandemic impact
Putin warns Middle East conflict consequences could rival COVID-19 pandemic impact on global economy, affecting supply chains and energy markets worldwide.
Israel kills Iran Revolutionary Guard Navy intelligence chief in strike
Israel confirms killing of top Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy commanders including intelligence chief in targeted strike on Bandar Abbas port.
Middle East: Iran responds to Trump’s 15-point peace plan
Iran officially responds to Trump’s 15-point peace plan as Middle East tensions escalate, while Israel prepares major strikes against Iranian military targets.
Trump’s 4 military options for Iran strike revealed by Axios
Pentagon examines military options for Iran strike as Trump weighs diplomatic vs. military approaches amid escalating Middle East tensions.
Zelensky reveals Trump demands Ukraine surrender Donbas to end war
Zelensky reveals Trump’s demand for Ukraine to surrender Donbas region to Russia in exchange for US security guarantees, but Ukrainian leader refuses the proposal.
Middle East war: Trump threatens Iran but considers diplomacy
Trump threatens Iran with “hell” while considering diplomacy as tensions escalate in the Middle East. Gulf states under missile attack as negotiations stall.
Israel removes Iranian officials from target list after Pakistan request
Israel removes Iranian officials from its elimination list after Pakistan’s diplomatic intervention, highlighting complex Middle East negotiations.
Holy Light ceremony in Jerusalem uncertain amid restrictions
Jerusalem’s Holy Fire ceremony faces uncertainty as Israeli restrictions may limit attendance to just 50 people, prompting urgent appeals from Christian leaders.
Trump launches new attacks on NATO countries over Iran inaction
Trump criticizes NATO allies for failing to support US actions against Iran, calling them “cowards” and claiming they’ve done “absolutely nothing to help.”