Arab & World

The Russia-Ukraine front line has seen significant stalemate four years into the conflict, with Moscow employing a military strategy Kyiv describes as the “a thousand bites” tactic to exhaust Ukrainian capabilities and prolong the war, resulting in a clear stabilization of frontline positions.

Mexican security forces killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes (El Mencho), leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, in a military operation last Sunday. In response, gunmen believed to be his supporters carried out road-blocking operations and burned vehicles and stores in multiple states. A central question now arises regarding the future of the criminal organization facing Mexican security forces.

Iran and the United States are resuming direct dialogue with a third round of talks in Geneva on Thursday, as U.S. military threats escalate and Tehran responds by emphasizing its right to self-defense. The official announcement came through Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi, who confirmed the date via social media.

Hidden solidarity efforts unfold in Brussels, where volunteers assemble drones to send to Ukrainian forces. The “Wings of Europe” association leads this initiative with participation from European citizens and Ukrainian expatriates, funded by private donations to deliver the aircraft to the front lines.

In a strategic move to enhance the effectiveness of social assistance, a workshop launched in Damascus, organized by the National Social Protection Committee in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) and UNICEF, aims to design a unified national data platform enabling authorities to more precisely target support to the most vulnerable groups.

Nemesio Oseguera, known as “El Mencho,” the prominent leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was killed during a military operation in Mexico last Sunday, followed by a wave of violence including highway blockades and the burning of vehicles and stores in multiple states, suspected to be carried out by his supporters, raising a central question.

Volunteers in the Belgian capital Brussels are joining forces to assemble drones and send them to Ukraine, operating at secret locations coordinated by the “Wings for Europe” association; the project is funded by private donations to secure necessary spare parts and equipment, forming a secret initiative to support Ukraine.

Geneva is set to host the third round of negotiations between Iran and the United States on Thursday, according to official confirmations from an Omani official. These talks come amid threatening U.S. statements, while Tehran has affirmed its right to respond and defend itself. The Omani Foreign Minister expressed optimism about the possibility of achieving positive progress. The negotiations scheduled for

Secret operations are underway in the Belgian capital, Brussels, to assemble drones to support Ukrainian forces. This initiative is led by the “Wings for Europe” association, with the participation of volunteers from diverse backgrounds, where drone components are purchased through private donations before being sent to the front lines. The initiative and volunteers showcase the diversity of participants, as the team includes individuals with varied skills and experiences, all united by a common goal of aiding Ukraine in its conflict.

Iran and the United States are preparing to hold a third round of direct negotiations in Geneva on Thursday, amid threatening U.S. statements and firm Iranian responses asserting the right to self-defense. Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi confirmed the meeting date, expressing optimism about goodwill. This marks the resumption of bilateral dialogue.