A video of Russian President Vladimir Putin during his Alaska meeting with US President Donald Trump has gone viral. In the clip, Putin’s legs appear shaky as he dips one knee and raises his toe repeatedly while speaking to Trump. The unusual movement sparked a flood of online rumours. Some social media users suggested Putin might be hiding health problems. Others speculated he was wearing hidden shoe lifts or even using an exoskeleton. A few claimed it was not Putin at all, but a body double. The Kremlin has not responded to the viral video or the growing conspiracy theories.

US President Donald Trump declared via social media, “BIG PROGRESS ON RUSSIA. STAY TUNED!” following his Alaska summit with President Putin, signaling diplomatic momentum though no formal deal was struck . His special envoy, Steve Witkoff, revealed that both leaders agreed on “robust security guarantees” for Ukraine, calling them “game-changing” . However, the proposal reportedly includes Ukraine ceding the Donbas region—an idea met with strong opposition from Ukraine and Western leaders . Meanwhile, European and NATO figures—including von der Leyen, Macron, Meloni, Merz, and Rutte—will join Zelenskyy in his upcoming Washington meeting with Trump to ensure Kyiv is not sidelined. (PC: The Times of India)

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will accompany Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the White House on Monday for high-stakes talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Starmer joins a delegation including French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, and Finnish President Alexander Stubb. The summit aims to counter Trump’s proposal to bypass a ceasefire and endorse territorial concessions in Ukraine—specifically ceding Donbas—to Russia. European leaders stress the necessity of security guarantees for Ukraine and insist that any peace deal must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and be made with its full involvement. (PC: BBC)

Protesters in Israel staged a nationwide strike on Sunday, blocking roads and shutting businesses. Families of Gaza hostages led the campaign, demanding a ceasefire and a deal to free the captives. Police said 32 people were arrested during clashes. Demonstrators lit bonfires, chanted slogans, and gathered outside officials’ homes. Former hostages and families said military pressure puts lives at risk. About 50 hostages remain in Gaza, though many are feared dead. The strike follows videos released by militants showing hostages. Prime Minister Netanyahu faces pressure as far-right allies reject any deal that could allow Hamas to keep power. (PC: SKY News)

The US State Department has suspended all visitor visas for individuals from Gaza to conduct a "full and thorough" review. The move follows social media claims by far-right activist Laura Loomer, who alleged Palestinian "refugees" had entered the United States. While no specific figures were given for the recent temporary medical-humanitarian visas, analysis of department data shows over 3,800 B1/B2 visas have been issued to Palestinian Authority travel document holders in 2025. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemned the decision as "intentional cruelty," while the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) warned it would prevent critically ill and wounded children from receiving life-saving medical care. (PC: Al Jazeera)  

3 men were killed and 8 others injured in a shooting at a Brooklyn lounge early Sunday, New York police said. The attack happened around 3:30am at Taste Of The City Lounge in Crown Heights. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed multiple shooters were involved after a dispute. At least 36 shell casings were found at the scene. The victims were aged between 27 and 61. Eight survivors, including three women, were taken to hospital. A firearm was recovered nearby, but no arrests have been made. Detectives are reviewing CCTV as the investigation continues. Police said the shooters remain at large. (PC: Sky News)

Thousands of Palestinians fled Gaza City’s Zeitoun area after six days of heavy Israeli air strikes and shelling. Gaza’s civil defence said at least 40 people were killed on Saturday. Israel plans to force over 1 million residents into camps in southern Gaza. The UN warned famine is unfolding, with 251 people, including 108 children, already dead from malnutrition. In Israel, a one-day nationwide strike saw roads blocked and trains disrupted. Protesters, led by hostage families, demanded the war end and hostages be freed. The war has killed more than 61,000 Palestinians since Hamas’s 7 October 2023 attack. (PC: BBC)

Pakistan's Army Chief, Asim Munir, has revealed a plan to revive the country's economy by highlighting its "rare earth treasure." His remarks were made after the U.S. expressed interest in Pakistan's mineral reserves, which are crucial for the electronics and defense industries. The U.S. is seeking to reduce its dependence on China for these resources. Munir stated that with this treasure, "Pakistan's debt will also be reduced, and Pakistan will soon be counted among the most prosperous societies." This interest from the U.S. comes at a time of strained relations between the U.S. and India. The Washington Post reported that the US President’s new-found interest in Pakistan is "less about oil than about access to minerals and rare earths," even as Islamabad received its first-ever crude oil shipment from the US under the trade deal. (PC: News18)

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Alaska to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, but the summit concluded without a concrete deal. Both leaders called the talks "productive" and "constructive," but neither mentioned a ceasefire. The meeting, which included a red carpet welcome for Putin, drew criticism from some European allies and Ukrainians. Following the summit, Trump announced he would meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington to discuss a potential peace agreement. The lack of a definitive outcome on the war leaves the situation unresolved, but signals a path for continued diplomacy. (PC: CNN & X)

Following the recent summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, U.S. President Donald Trump has shifted his stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, now advocating for a full peace accord instead of a mere ceasefire. This move comes after Trump supported a proposal where Russia would control Donetsk and Lugansk in exchange for halting its offensive in southern Ukraine, though Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has refused to cede the Donbas region. Trump stated that peace agreements are the most effective way to end the "horrific war." While both leaders described the talks as "productive," European leaders have shown mixed reactions, with some acknowledging progress and others expressing skepticism about Russia's intentions. (PC: CNBC TV18 & CNN)