Ukraine Russia swap hundreds of prisoners in first phase
Ukraine and Russia began a major prisoner exchange at the Belarus border, with 390 Ukrainians freed and Russia receiving the same number. Dozens of relatives welcomed released captives in the Chernihiv region as both sides pursue further releases this weekend. The Istanbul talks set a wider plan of 1,000 prisoners each, but yielded no ceasefire breakthrough.
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Kyiv Hit by Large Scale Drone and Missile Assault
Kyiv faced a broad drone and missile strike late Friday with explosions and gunfire throughout the city. Six people sought medical care after fires in Solomianskyi district as residents sought shelter in underground stations amid ongoing fighting on a roughly 620 mile front line.
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Gaza Strikes Kill At Least 60 Across Strip In 24 Hours
Gaza Health Ministry says Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip killed at least 60 people in a 24 hour period with casualties in Khan Younis Deir al Balah and Jabaliya. The toll comes as Israel presses its offensive amid a worsening humanitarian crisis drawing international criticism.
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Iowa approves SNAP ban on sodas and sweets starting 2026
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds wins USDA approval to restrict SNAP purchases to healthier items, banning candy, soft drinks, and certain treats starting January 1, 2026. The move aims to align SNAP with nutrition goals, drawing praise from Reynolds and federal official Rollins while drawing critique from lawmakers and critics who warn of higher costs and reduced access.
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