Secretary of State Marco Rubio has initiated personal diplomacy with Elon Musk, aiming for a Ukraine cease-fire while preparing for important talks in Saudi Arabia and Canada.

Israel has halted humanitarian assistance to Gaza, attempting to pressure Hamas into a cease-fire extension. This action risks worsening conditions for Gaza's residents and complicates hostage negotiations.

Israel has ceased all aid into Gaza following the expiration of the cease-fire, a move intended to pressure Hamas in negotiations over hostages and a long-term truce.

The Kurdish guerrilla group P.K.K. declared a cease-fire in its conflict with Turkey, following a call from its leader Abdullah Ocalan for disarmament, raising hopes for peace in the region.

President Zelensky's meeting with Donald Trump was intended to boost support for Ukraine but devolved into a confrontation, with Trump criticizing Zelensky's arguments regarding Russian threats.