Volodymyr Zelensky has publicly appealed to Vladimir Putin for direct, face-to-face talks to end the war, calling for a ceasefire and a meeting in a neutral nation like Türkiye.

France coach Didier Deschamps has eased fitness concerns over William Saliba and backed Kylian Mbappé ahead of the 2026 World Cup, outlining careful squad rotation for upcoming warm-ups.

Scientists warn there is a 90% chance a powerful "Super El Niño" will arrive in 2026, threatening to trigger severe global heatwaves, flooding, and major disruptions to food security.

Four Bangladeshi nationals were injured and one person was killed in a drone attack at Kuwait International Airport. The Bangladesh Embassy urged expats to follow safety laws and donate blood.

Police detained 10 to 15 people at Dhanmondi's Masjid-ut-Taqwa after 'Joy Bangla' slogans were chanted following the first janaza of veteran Awami League leader Tofail Ahmed.