Qatar says it is “almost identical” to a US proposal for a 60-day truce, during which around half of 50 hostages would be released. 

​Qatar says it is “almost identical” to a US proposal for a 60-day truce, during which around half of 50 hostages would be released.  

Maharashtra is grappling with severe flooding due to incessant rains, claiming at least six lives and displacing hundreds. Mumbai and other districts are on high alert as the IMD forecasts more intense rainfall. Authorities are evacuating vulnerable areas, with the NDRF and Army assisting in rescue operations. Farmland is submerged, and infrastructure is severely damaged, disrupting connectivity across the state.

Russia stated firmly that any lasting peace agreement with Ukraine must address the security concerns of Russia and the rights of Russian-speaking people in Ukraine. This declaration followed discussions between Zelenskyy and Trump, where Trump indicated he would consult with Putin after their meeting.