Ceasefire News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Pakistani Army violates ceasefire on LoC in J&K's Poonch
Jammu, April 7: The Pakistani Army violated the ceasefire on Monday on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, and the Indian Army retaliated befittingly, officials said.
There is no war-like situation in Chhattisgarh, govt do not want to fire single bullet: Deputy CM Vijay Sharma
Raipur, April 2: After the purported letter issued in the name of banned outlawed organisation Community Party of India (Maoist) central committee expressing peace talk and ceasefire, Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma, who also holds the portfolio of Home Department, said that neither the state government nor the government at centre want to fire a single bullet, but how discussion would be possible using terminology 'ceasefire' as there is no war-like situation in the state.
Unprecedented militancy: Deadly Ramadan in Pakistan with record attacks
New Delhi, March 31: During this year's (2025) Ramadan, Pakistan experienced a surge in militant violence, marking the highest number of attacks in a decade. This was disclosed in a new report released by a think tank on Monday.
Hamas agrees to Egyptian proposal for hostage release, ceasefire
Cairo, March 30: Hamas has accepted a new proposal put forward by Egypt to release five hostages, including American-Israeli Edan Alexander, in exchange for a renewed ceasefire, CNN reported, citing a Hamas source statement.
Lebanese army investigates rocket fire into Israel, arrests suspects
Beirut, March 30: Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolph Haykal has said that the military is investigating the Friday rocket fire from southern Lebanon into Israel, with several suspects detained for questioning, media reported.
Hamas releases second propaganda video of Israeli hostage Elkana Bohbot pleading for release
Jerusalem, March 30: Hamas's armed wing has released a video showing an Israeli hostage, Elkana Bohbot, pleading for his release.
Hamas approves new truce proposal as Israel begins new ground operations in Gaza's Rafah
Gaza/Jerusalem, March 30: Hamas has said it had approved a proposal from mediators for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, which it received two days earlier.
Foreign diplomats urge South Sudan to free Machar to avert crisis as mediation begins
Juba, March 28: Foreign diplomats have called on South Sudanese President Salva Kiir to reverse action on the reported house arrest of First Vice President Riek Machar to prevent further escalation of the country's political tensions.
Egypt, Qatar discuss resuming, implementing Gaza ceasefire deal over phone
Cairo, March 26: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani held phone talks on Wednesday, during which they discussed efforts to resume and implement the Gaza ceasefire deal.
Israeli military admits mistakenly struck Red Cross building in Gaza
Jerusalem, March 25: The Israeli military acknowledged that it mistakenly struck a building belonging to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza due to misidentification.
US, Russia negotiators begin talks in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh
Riyadh, March 24: The high-stakes meeting between a US delegation led by US Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wiktkoff and Kremlin negotiators has started in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, where the Trump administration is pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict in separate talks with Moscow and Kyiv, CNN reported.
Egypt sends new proposal to Israel, Hamas to resume ceasefire: security sources
Cairo, March 24: Egypt has presented a new proposal to Israel and Hamas aimed at restoring the Gaza ceasefire deal, two informed Egyptian security sources told Xinhua news agency on Monday.
US, Ukraine conclude 'productive' talks in Riyadh: Ukrainian Defence Minister
Riyadh, March 24: Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov has said that the talks between US and Ukrainian delegations have concluded in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh, saying the discussion was "productive and focused", with "key points including energy" addressed.
Egypt, Palestine discuss efforts to uphold Gaza ceasefire
Cairo, March 24: Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and his Palestinian counterpart Mohammad Mustafa met here to discuss ongoing efforts to revive the ceasefire in Gaza and advance its reconstruction.
Zelensky holds military cabinet meeting in Kharkiv ahead of talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia tomorrow
Kyiv, March 23: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday held a meeting of the military cabinet in Kharkiv, media reported.
7 injured as Russia launches mass drone attack against Kyiv
Kyiv, March 23: Russia launched an overnight drone attack against Kyiv, striking multiple residential buildings and injuring at least seven people, local authorities reported in the early hours on Sunday.
Egyptian FM discusses regional stability with Lebanese, Iranian counterparts
Cairo, March 23: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has discussed the latest regional developments with his Lebanese and Iranian counterparts during two separate phone calls, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Israel will maintain 'permanant presence' in Gaza unless hostage release, says Israel Defence Minister
Tel Aviv, March 23: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has warned Hamas that Israel will maintain a permanent presence in parts of Gaza unless the hostages in Gaza are released, CNN reported.
Lebanese President condemns Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon
Beirut, March 22: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday condemned Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon that killed two people and wounded eight, accusing Israel of violating a ceasefire agreement and risking broader conflict, according to a statement from Lebanon's presidency.
Israeli army strikes southern Lebanon after rockets targetted northern Israel
Beirut/Jerusalem, March 22: Israel carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, escalating cross-border tensions after rockets were fired into northern Israel, state-owned National News Agency (NNA) reported.
Hamas denies halting talks on prisoner-hostage exchange deal
Gaza, March 22: Hamas refuted a media report that it had halted communication or talks on a prisoner exchange deal with Israel.
Israeli ground operation in Netzarim Corridor undermines Gaza ceasefire agreement: Hamas
Gaza, March 20: Hamas said that the Israeli army's ground operation in the central Gaza Strip constitutes a "serious violation" of the ceasefire agreement, accusing the United States of providing cover for the military maneuvers.
We've never been this close to peace, WH Press Secy on Russia-Ukraine conflict
Washington DC, March 20: US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, in her press briefing on Wednesday (local time), said that the parties involved in the Russia-Ukraine conflict have never been closer to a ceasefire than they are now.
Zelensky agrees to partial ceasefire with Russia, says US
Washington, March 19: Ukranian leader Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to a partial ceasefire in the war against Russia that was discussed by US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, the White House said on Wednesday.
We want peace, end of war with Russia this year: Ukraine Foreign Minister
Mumbai, March 19: Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Wednesday that Ukraine wants peace and end of the war with Russia this year.
UN humanitarian chief calls for renewed Gaza ceasefire, lifting aid blockade
United Nations, March 19: UN humanitarian chief urged a renewed Gaza ceasefire and called on Israel to lift the blockade of life-saving aid and commercial supplies to the enclave, after the latest deadly Israeli airstrikes.
Congo, Rwandan presidents voice support for ceasefire during Qatar meeting
Doha, March 19: Presidents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda met during a sit-down mediated by Qatar, during which they voiced support for a ceasefire in the eastern DRC.
Trump, Putin 'agree' on immediate ceasefire in energy and infrastructure amid Russia-Ukraine conflict
Washington DC, March 19: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) described his telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin as "productive," stating that both leaders agreed to an immediate ceasefire on all energy and infrastructure.
US engages Russia and Ukraine separately in ceasefire talks: Velina Tchakarova
New Delhi, March 19: Geopolitical expert and author Velina Tchakarova has stated that the US administration is making a concerted effort to engage in direct negotiations with Russian leadership, not solely on the Ukraine conflict, but on a broader strategic dialogue between the two nations.
'Blood and treasure spent on war should serve people's needs': US President Donald Trump on Russia-Ukraine conflict
Washington DC, March 19: US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a crucial phone call, during which they discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and agreed on the need for a lasting peace, including a proposed ceasefire in the Black Sea, while also addressing regional stability in the Middle East.
Trump speaks with Putin to discuss Ukraine ceasefire: White House
Washington, DC, March 18: US President Donald Trump held a crucial phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to secure a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. The Trump administration is pushing for an immediate halt to hostilities after Ukraine agreed to a temporary cessation of fighting, provided Russia does the same, ABC News reported.
Zelensky says prospects of partial ceasefire with Russia 'positive result'
Kyiv, March 19: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that even a partial ceasefire with Russia will be a positive result and will bring Ukraine closer to conflict resolution.
Trump, Putin agree on partial ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war
Washington, March 19: US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Tuesday agreed to a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war with a pause on attacks on energy and infrastructure and to begin negotiations for a full ceasefire and permanent peace starting immediately.
Trump-Putin call 'going well', says White House
Washington, March 18: US President Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin have been on the phone for more than an hour and the White House said "the call is going well".
US President Trump says he will speak to Putin on Tuesday about war in Ukraine
Washington, DC, March 18: US President Donald Trump has announced he will speak to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin regarding the war in Ukraine on Tuesday morning. Ahead of the talks, Trump said that "many elements of final agreement have been agreed to" but much remains.
Amid ceasefire talks, Trump says will speak to Putin on Tuesday
Washington, DC, March 17: US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he will speak to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, CNN reported. He expressed hope that they would have "something to announce" on the US ceasefire proposal for the war in Ukraine.
Putin thanks PM Modi, Trump for their efforts on Ukraine ceasefire
Moscow, March 14: Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his gratitude to several world leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, for their continued attention to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
We agree to ceasefire, but...: Putin thanks Trump, PM Modi for efforts to resolve Ukraine conflict
Moscow, March 14: Russian President Vladimir Putin has made his first public remarks on Ukraine's willingness to negotiate a ceasefire, expressing gratitude to world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, for their efforts in addressing the conflict.
Kremlin aide rejects US ceasefire plan on Ukraine
Washington, March 13: A top aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday rejected the US plan of ceasefire in the war against Ukraine even as US President Donald Trump's top negotiator landed in Moscow for talks.
In surprise visit to Kursk, Putin vows to completely liberate region amid 30-day ceasefire
Moscow, March 13: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday made a surprise visit to the Kursk region, where he told troops that Moscow's goal is to "completely liberate" the area as soon as possible, CNN reported.