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Putin has 12 hours: Germany has presented an ultimatum
As German government spokesman Stefan Cornelius noted, Russia must respond to the proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine by the end of the day. Otherwise, Russia will face sanctions.
Poland closes Russian Consulate General in Krakow
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said the decision was based on evidence that Russian special services had sabotaged a shopping mall in Warsaw last year.

PKK's decision to disband and lay down arms is a crucial stage. AKP spokesman
The PKK's decision to dissolve itself following Abdullah Ocalan's appeal is an essential step on the path to achieving the "Turkey without terrorism" formula, said Ömer Çelik, spokesman for Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party.

Hamas announces the release of American hostage Idan Alexander
Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle East, Hamas announced that it would release one of the Israeli hostages, 20-year-old Idan Alexander, on October 7, 2023. He is an Israeli army soldier who holds American citizenship.
The PKK will be disbanded: Rudaw
Cautious hope has emerged among pro-Kurdish forces in Turkey for a peaceful settlement as a result of the 12th Congress of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which was held on May 5-7.