US Secretary of State Rubio imposes sanctions on UN Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese.

President of Senegal to Trump:

I know you are a tremendous golf player. Golf requires concentration and precision, qualities that also make for a great leader.

So, perhaps an investment could be made in a golf course in Senegal.. that would be an opportunity for you to show off your skills on the golf course.

The US Embassy in Yemen:

The Houthis kidnapped members of the crew of the ship Eternity Sea and we demand their immediate release.

Trump:

There's a very good chance of a settlement this week or next week on Gaza.

Reporter: Yesterday you said you were not sure who ordered the munitions halted to Ukraine. Have you figured it out?

Trump: I haven't though about it.

Reporter: What does it say that such a decision could be made without you knowing?

Trump: I would know. If a decision was made I will know. Most likely I would give the order but I haven't done that yet.

Trump:

Harvard is totally antisemitic. They will reach a deal.

Trump on Gaza:

We’re getting very close to a deal.

OpenAI will release an AI-powered web browser that will challenge Google Chrome.

The browser is slated to launch in the coming weeks.

Source: Reuters

Czechia will train eight Ukrainian F-16 pilots by end of 2026.

BREAKING: Hamas:

We showed the necessary flexibility and agreed to release 10 prisoners as part of our keenness to make the ongoing efforts a success.

Hamas:

We seek a comprehensive agreement to end the aggression, ensure the entry of aid, and alleviate the escalating suffering in the Gaza Strip.

Hamas:

Israel's withdrawal and providing genuine guarantees for a permanent ceasefire are still under negotiation.

Footage of the Houthis targeting and sinking the ship Eternity C.

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez on Israel:

No one that tramples on the EU’s founding principles – or that uses hunger and war to annihilate a legitimate state – can be a partner of the European Union.

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez:

Netanyahu’s actions will be remembered as one of the darkest episodes of the 21st century.

NEW: Turkish President Erdogan will deliver “a historic speech” on Saturday morning.

The Syrian government:

We welcome the joining of Syrian fighters from the SDF to the ranks of the Syrian army within constitutional and legal frameworks.

The Syrian government:

We adhere to the principle of one Syria, one army, and one government.

We categorically reject any form of partition or federalism that undermines Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Reports claim a failed coup attempt in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to reports, there have been some arrests in the capital.

IDF:

Earlier today, an IDF soldier fell in combat in the Gaza Strip. His family has been notified, and his name has yet to be cleared for publication and will be published later.

This morning, former Chief of Staff Tshiwewe was detained in the DRC on suspicion of plotting a coup.

In the evening hours, operations were reportedly launched against units linked to the coup-plotting commander.