Ceasefire

Early Tuesday, Israel launched extensive airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, targeting Hamas facilities and resulting in over 200 fatalities, according to Gaza's health ministry.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled an openness to a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, although he said further details must be discussed.

On March 11, 2025, Ukraine consented to a U.S.-proposed immediate 30-day ceasefire with Russia, contingent upon reciprocal adherence from Moscow.

Israeli officials have issued stern warnings to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of hostages held in Gaza.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, February 27, 2025, in Washington, D.C., aiming to secure American backing for Ukraine in potential ceasefire agreements with Russia. Starmer has warned that any ceasefire without a strong security guarantee could allow Russian President Vladimir Putin to regroup and renew hostilities.

On Sunday, President Donald Trump expressed frustration with the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas after seeing footage of the Israeli hostages released over the weekend. He compared their appearance to Holocaust survivors.

Hamas has announced a delay in the planned release of Israeli hostages, claiming Israel has violated the ceasefire agreement.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly praised President Donald Trump's leadership in facilitating the recent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for the urgent evacuation of 2,500 children from Gaza to receive medical treatment.

On Wednesday, Hamas declared its plans to release eight hostages on Thursday, including three Israelis—two women and an 80-year-old man—and five Thai nationals.