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As Ukraine and Russia participate in diplomatic discussions in Istanbul, perspectives from both sides are emerging. Vyacheslav Matuzov, a political analyst and former Russian diplomat, joins Al Jazeera's live coverage from Moscow to provide insight into Russia's strategic stance. Meanwhile, Peter Zalmayev, Executive Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, speaks from Kyiv on Ukraine’s expectations and the potential outcomes of these negotiations.

Iranian and European diplomats have wrapped up a fresh round of talks in Istanbul, Turkiye, to discuss the future of Tehran’s nuclear programme. The Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister held discussions with representatives from the UK, France, and Germany amid renewed hopes for progress on a nuclear deal. The talks come after US President Donald Trump stated that a nuclear agreement with Iran may soon be finalised.

Direct peace talks between Ukraine and Russia resumed in Istanbul after three years, with the US and Turkey overseeing the discussions. Despite the absence of Ukrainian and Russian leaders, there's cautious optimism for a potential ceasefire. However, the ongoing Russian military operations, including airstrikes on Ukrainian cities, continue to undermine trust. US President Donald Trump suggested a breakthrough might happen after meeting with Russian President Putin.

Former US President Donald Trump wraps up his Middle East tour with a powerful speech from Abu Dhabi, marking the final stop on his trip. Speaking to top business and political leaders, Trump announces major trade deals, investment commitments, and a renewed partnership between the United States and the UAE.

Stay with us as we bring you all the key talking points from the briefing. You can also watch a livestream of that briefing at the top of this page.

Israel has confirmed it's in the early stages of a new military assault on Gaza. Thousands of more troops are expected to be deployed as part of this operation. Israel plans to consolidate the seizure of territory. The army says it will quote: 'seize and control' what is calls strategic areas of Gaza.

Gideon Levy, an analyst and columnist at the Israeli media outlet Haaretz, says what is happening in Gaza is the beginning of a “huge extermination programme”.

President Donald Trump concludes his four-day tour of the Middle East, spending his final day in the UAE. He announces $200 billion worth of investment deals and engages in discussions on trade, defense, and technology. The President also explores the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi. In this video, White House correspondent Kimberly Halkett discusses Trump's achievements, the impact of his tour on the U.S. economy, his diplomacy efforts regarding Syria, Iran, and Ukraine, and how this tour affects his image back home.

More than 100 Palestinians have been killed or are missing after intense Israeli airstrikes targeted residential areas in northern Gaza, including Jabalia and Beit Lahia. Entire families have been buried under rubble as civil defense teams work under extreme conditions with limited equipment.

Beyond the violence of the Nakba, targeting water resources has been a consistent strategy to displace Palestinians. In Gaza, Israel's blockade has included deliberate destruction of water infrastructure. Meanwhile, in the West Bank, Israeli authorities have sealed wells while settlers routinely seize springs and destroy agricultural lands vital to Palestinian livelihoods.