Lebanon army arrests notorious drug lord Nouh Zaiter, military source says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed discussions regarding a US-backed plan to end the ongoing war with Russia. The talks took place in Kyiv with US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, highlighting Ukraine's willingness to engage in diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to negotiate with former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a U.S.-backed peace proposal that requires Ukraine to make significant concessions to end the ongoing conflict with Russia. The president's office confirmed receipt of the draft plan, which was developed by U.S. and Russian officials, and indicated that discussions with Trump would occur in the coming days.

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Biafran separatist movement, has been convicted of terrorism charges by a Nigerian court. The court found him guilty of inciting violence in his campaign for a separate state in southeastern Nigeria. This conviction follows a series of violent incidents linked to his leadership, raising concerns about ongoing tensions in the region.

Olive farmers in southern Lebanon are facing significant dangers as they harvest their crops under the watchful eye of the Israeli military. The ongoing conflict has created a perilous environment, with farmers risking their lives to gather olives in border regions amid heightened tensions.

Leading US stock markets experienced a decline shortly after a brief rally sparked by Nvidia's strong earnings report. The initial optimism faded as concerns about a potential bubble in the artificial intelligence sector resurfaced, putting pressure on technology stocks central to the AI boom.

Jessie Diggins, the most decorated American cross-country skier, has announced her retirement at the end of the season. As the world’s No. 1 ranked skier, she will compete in her fourth Olympics at Milano-Cortina and finish her career at the World Cup finals in Lake Placid. Diggins has achieved three overall World Cup titles, three distance globes, and four Olympic medals, significantly impacting the sport in the US.

The European Union has announced efforts to enhance the reform of the Palestinian Authority and increase its involvement in the reconstruction of Gaza following the recent conflict. The EU's commitment includes new funding aimed at stabilizing the region and supporting governance reforms.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to speak with former U.S. President Donald Trump following the proposal of a peace plan for Ukraine drafted by U.S. and Russian officials, reportedly without Ukraine's involvement. The plan aims to address the ongoing conflict but has raised concerns regarding territorial concessions.