Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has held his first phone conversation with Donald Trump since Trump’s re-election. During the call, the two leaders discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Erdoğan reiterated Turkey’s commitment to achieving a fair and lasting peace and expressed hope that U.S.-Turkey relations would improve under Trump’s leadership. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of lifting sanctions to restore stability and facilitate the establishment of an effective new administration in Syria.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday regarding a possible resolution to the Ukraine conflict. Speaking aboard Air Force One while traveling from Florida to Washington, Trump stated, “We want to see if we can bring an end to this war. Maybe we can, maybe we can’t, but I think we have a very good chance.” He added that discussions were already underway, and last week, he had attempted to secure Putin’s backing for Ukraine’s proposed 30-day ceasefire.

US National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard has arrived in India for an official visit. She is scheduled to attend a high-level meeting on Sunday, joined by intelligence chiefs from Australia, Germany, New Zealand, and several other countries. During her trip, she will also hold discussions with India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. Indian intelligence officials are expected to brief Gabbard on the situations in Bangladesh and Pakistan. In response to continuous Indian propaganda, Bangladesh’s interim government has stated that India and its media are engaged in a misleading narrative that does not reflect reality.

Abu Katal, also known as Faisal Nadeem, a key figure in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks and the mastermind behind the 2023 Jammu-Kashmir attacks, was shot dead in Pakistan. Unidentified gunmen ambushed his vehicle, leading to his death. Nadeem, identified by Indian authorities as a Lashkar-e-Taiba operative, was accused of orchestrating the attack in Rajouri, Jammu & Kashmir, which resulted in seven deaths and several injuries. Reports indicate that he was active in Kashmir in the early 2000s before retreating to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

US airstrikes in Yemen have killed at least 23 people, including four children and a woman, with many others injured. The attack targeted Houthi positions on Saturday following threats against Israel over the Gaza crisis. Former US President Donald Trump warned that any attacks on ships in the Red Sea would bring severe retaliation. A critical power plant in Saada was also hit, causing major electricity disruptions.

Former US President Donald Trump repeatedly claimed during his election campaign that he could end the Russia-Ukraine war within 24 hours. However, even nearly two months after taking office, the conflict continues. In a recent interview on the television program Full Measure, Trump clarified his remarks, saying, “When I said that, I was joking a little bit.” However, he maintained that he genuinely intended to resolve the conflict and believes he could achieve success in doing so.

Malaysian authorities have detained 95 Bangladeshi nationals at Kuala Lumpur International Airport for attempting to enter the country on tourist visas with the intention of working illegally. During a routine operation, the enforcement department seized documents from 139 foreigners, including the 95 Bangladeshis. Upon verification, officials suspected that these individuals were attempting to bypass entry regulations to seek illegal employment.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that sooner or later, Vladimir Putin will have to come to the negotiating table. Speaking at a virtual summit of the “Coalition of the Willing,” he urged world leaders to increase pressure on Russia while reinforcing their support for Ukraine. The summit’s primary goal is to influence the United States to provide stronger security guarantees for Ukraine. Earlier, Russia had outlined conditions for ending the war and presented a list of demands for restoring relations with the U.S.

After nine months, SpaceX’s Crew-10 mission has launched to rescue astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry “Butch” Wilmore, who have been stranded in space. Elon Musk’s SpaceX has taken charge of the mission, ensuring their safe return to Earth. The mission marks a crucial step in space rescue operations and the future of manned space exploration.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that visa sanctions have been imposed on Thai officials involved in the forced deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China on February 27. “I have ordered the immediate enforcement of these sanctions,” Rubio stated. He condemned China for its ongoing persecution, torture, and crimes against humanity against the Uyghur minority. He also urged host countries not to deport Uyghurs seeking refuge. Thai authorities had previously detained over 300 Uyghurs who fled China in 2014.

The U.S. government has imposed sanctions on ten oil tankers accused of illegally facilitating Iran’s global oil exports as part of its maximum-pressure strategy against Tehran. One of these tankers had been brought to Bangladesh for dismantling, but the new sanctions could halt the process. The vessel, a massive oil carrier, remains anchored in Bangladesh. The U.S. alleges that these ships play a key role in Iran’s oil supply network.

The government of Panama has stated that it will take a strong stance to protect its sovereignty and the Panama Canal. This statement follows reports that former U.S. President Donald Trump has been exploring ways to gain control of the strategic waterway. Previously, the White House directed the military to consider increasing the presence of U.S. troops in Panama, reviewing options from enhanced security cooperation to possible control measures. In response, Panama’s Foreign Minister made it clear that the canal belongs to the people of Panama and will remain under their control.

The Malaysian Immigration Department has arrested four Bangladeshi agents for illegally providing immigration services.

According to officials, these agents targeted migrants from Bangladesh, Myanmar, Indonesia, and Nepal. They primarily assisted individuals overstaying their visas or with expired temporary work visit passes, charging them 2,000-2,500 Malaysian ringgit for special passes.

Authorities have also seized 134 passports belonging to individuals from multiple countries during the operation.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has accused European nations of escalating tensions and prolonging the war in Ukraine rather than seeking peace.

She pointed out that Germany and France have publicly admitted to violating the 2014-2015 Minsk agreements concerning eastern Ukraine. Additionally, she claimed that Britain discouraged Ukraine from engaging in negotiations with Russia in March 2022.

Zakharova warned that any move to establish foreign military bases in Ukraine would be deemed unacceptable by Russia.

The U.S. has faced another obstacle in its plan to detain migrants at Guantanamo Bay. Forty migrants previously held at the naval base have been transferred back to the U.S., with no future deportation flights currently scheduled. This move effectively leaves the detention center empty. Among those relocated were 23 high-risk individuals and 17 others from the immigration processing center. On Tuesday, they were transferred to Louisiana detention facilities via a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) aircraft. Previously, on February 20, the U.S. had deported 177 Venezuelan migrants from Guantanamo back to their home country.