There will be a meeting between Mr. Trump and Mr. Putin
The Kremlin confirmed on April 13 that the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin would take place at an appropriate time and should be carefully prepared.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said both leaders wanted to hold a public meeting but had not set a specific time. Previously, President Putin met with Mr. Steve Witkoff, a special envoy of Mr. Trump, in St. Petersburg. Petersburg to discuss the Ukrainian conflict. The White House said it was a step forward in efforts to promote a ceasefire.
Criminal trial of former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
On the morning of April 14, the criminal trial of former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol officially took place at the Seoul Central District Court.
Mr. Yoon was accused of rebellion due to an attempt to overthrow the civil government on December 3, 2024 when he ordered the deployment of armed forces into the National Assembly. He was suspended by the National Assembly and stripped of his presidential term. The Procuracy summoned two military officers as witnesses. If convicted, Mr. Yoon could face life in prison or the death penalty.
Israel proposes new ceasefire in Gaza
On April 14, Egypt and Qatar submitted to Hamas a new Israeli ceasefire in Gaza. However, Hamas said there were at least two "un Acceptable" points, including the request for dis armament - something it insists cannot discuss.
Hamas remains committed to demanding a complete end to the war and the withdrawal of all Israeli soldiers from Gaza. The group is reviewing the proposal and promising to respond soon.
Meanwhile, Hamas leader in Gaza, Mr. Khalil Al-Hayya, on April 17 said he was ready to end the war if a comprehensive deal was reached, including returning all Israeli hostages in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners, stopping the conflict and rebuilding Gaza.
He rejected the temporary agreements and called Israel's demand for dis armament "un acceptable". Hamas insists it will not make any reservations ahead of the partial proposals. Meanwhile, the latest negotiations in Cairo have not made progress. Israel continues airstrikes that have killed at least 32 Palestinians, according to Reuters.
California sues President Donald Trump
On April 16, California filed a lawsuit in federal court in San Francisco to block tariffs issued by President Donald Trump.
The state government believes that the taxpayer is under the jurisdiction of the National Assembly, while the IEEPA Law does not allow the President to arbitrarily apply tax. California, the most imported state in the country, warns new tax policies that can cause economic harm, affecting seaports and agricultural exports. The Governor of California Gavin Newsom proposed the Court to prohibit the implementation of the above measures. The White House has not made an official feedback.
