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Israel has bombed Syrian forces near Suweida, saying they posed a threat to local Druze communities after days of sectarian violence. Over 200 people have been killed in clashes between Druze militias and Bedouin tribes, reportedly triggered by the abduction of a Druze merchant, according to BBC.

Isareli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said the strikes aimed to prevent attacks on the Druze, who share deep ties with communities in Israel. Syria condemned the strikes, blaming Israel for civilian and military deaths.

A ceasefire was announced Tuesday after Syrian forces entered Suweida for the first time since Assad’s fall. But rights groups accused them of executing civilians and looting homes. Locals described the situation as “catastrophic,” with many fleeing despite a curfew, BBC reported.

Russia has described US President Donald Trump’s recent comments as “serious” after he announced new arms deliveries to Ukraine and threatened sanctions on countries buying Russian exports, Firstpost reported.

Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but said he still wants to be a mediator.

Russian spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said some of the remarks were aimed directly at Putin and require careful review. He added that decisions from the United States and its allies are seen by Ukraine as encouragement to continue the war, according to Firstpost.

Russia reaffirmed its readiness for direct talks and said it is still waiting for Ukraine to respond.

Ukrainian President Zelensky spoke with US President Donald Trump on Monday to discuss ways to boost Ukraine’s defense and move closer to peace. Zelensky said Trump shared updates from his recent NATO meeting, while he also spoke directly with NATO chief Mark Rutte about ongoing support, according to CNN.

Zelensky confirmed the US, Germany, and Norway are working together to supply more Patriot air defense systems to help protect Ukraine from continued Russian attacks.

US President Donald Trump has again claimed he helped avert a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack. During a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, Trump said US trade diplomacy played a key role in easing tensions following India’s Operation Sindoor, Firstpost reported.

While Pakistan has credited Trump’s mediation, India has consistently denied any such involvement.