In a recent statement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his desire to end the ongoing conflict, but emphasized that Ukraine’s defeat is not an option. Zelensky stated that the country is only 10% away from achieving peace, with 90% of the agreement already in place. He added that the agreement will determine the future of Ukraine and Europe.
However, reports from foreign media indicate that the parties involved in the negotiations are still at odds over key issues, including the dispute over the Donbas region in eastern Ukraine. Russian forces currently control approximately 20% of Ukraine’s territory, and are pushing for complete control over the region as part of the agreement.
In a separate development, Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Iravani, has called for a condemnation of US President Donald Trump’s statements, labeling them “illegal and inflammatory.” Iravani made the request to the UN Secretary-General and the Security Council.
Elon Musk, one of the world’s richest individuals, has claimed that his company’s AI chatbot, Grok, can outperform doctors in diagnosing medical images, particularly X-rays and MRI scans. The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, has expressed concern over Israel’s decision.
In a separate incident, the United Arab Emirates has withdrawn its troops from an operation against militants. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has expressed his willingness to facilitate the resumption of talks between the US and North Korea.
In Dubai, real estate transactions hit a record high in 2025, with a 30.6% increase in real estate loans compared to 2024. In another incident, a driver was penalized and fined 10,000 dirhams for reckless driving in Dubai.
In India, police have seized over 1 million fake degrees from 22 universities in the state of Kerala. In a separate development, foreign ministers from Muslim countries have issued a joint statement calling for the restoration of basic infrastructure and hospitals in Gaza, as well as the opening of the Rafah crossing.
A video of a gym class for men at the Ottoman Mosque in Bradford, UK, has gone viral on social media, with over 2 million views on TikTok and Facebook. The mosque administration has stated that the video has sparked a global reaction.
In Canada, the Canadian Transportation Regulatory Agency has demanded an investigation into an incident involving an Air India pilot who was found to have consumed alcoholic beverages during duty hours. Reports indicate that Saudi Arabia’s King Salman had provided humanitarian aid packages to the Taliban in Afghanistan, but the group had taken half of the aid for themselves.
Billionaire and CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk, has confirmed his support for the Republican Party ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Protests have erupted in Iran over rising inflation and a plummeting currency, with demonstrations spreading to several cities.
In the UK, the Meteorological Office has issued amber and yellow warnings for potential snowfall, with the possibility of widespread disruptions.
In a statement, the Foreign Minister emphasized the need for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve issues.
