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.

Netanyahu:

We think we know where Iran's enriched uranium is, it is sort of buried underground.

Netanyahu:

We will treat Iran's nuclear program like cancer that needs to be continually monitored.

Netanyahu:

I think the Iranians understand that what the US and Israel did once, we could do twice and thrice.

Trump was caught off guard by the Pentagon's decision to pause key weapons shipments to Ukraine.

The move, driven by concerns over dwindling U.S. stockpiles, was not fully coordinated with the White House, leaving Trump frustrated.

One insider said Trump was left “flat footed” by the announcement.

Source: AP

Trump imposes tariffs on Brazil. 50%.

Trump in his letter to Brazil's Lula:

The way that Brazil has treated former President Bolsonaro, a Highly Respected Leader throughout the World during his Term, including by the United States, is an international disgrace. This Trial should not be taking place. It is a Witch Hunt that should end IMMEDIATELY!

The Brazilian real falls more than 2% against the dollar after Trump's customs threats.

Source: AFP