Traffic stopped on the Damascus road due to the massive tribal convoys heading to Suwayda.

DR Congo: M23 rebels and Congolese authorities expected to sign a declaration of principles aimed at ending ongoing fighting, according to sources.

Syria’s Presidency condemns the recent violence in the south, calling the attacks on civilians—especially children and elders—“barbaric and unlawful.”

— Urges restraint and warns against revenge or chaos.

— A special force is being deployed to de-escalate clashes and restore calm.

US Secretary of State Rubio:

Ten Americans who were detained in Venezuela are on their way to freedom.

Sudan: It is claimed that precision strikes targeted rebel gatherings in Kordofan, destroying nine combat vehicles and killing over 60 militants, with many others wounded.

Hezbollah Leader Naim Qassem:

We’re ready to fight — no to disarming, no to surrender.

Brazil’s Supreme Court issued raids and restrictions against former President Jair Bolsonaro on Friday, banning him from contacting foreign officials, using social media, or approaching embassies.

The move follows allegations he sought help from Trump to interfere in Brazil's judiciary.

Federal police raided Bolsonaro’s home, fitted him with an ankle monitor, and cited risk of flight. Justice Alexandre de Moraes called Bolsonaro’s outreach to Trump a threat to national sovereignty.

The former leader faces trial for allegedly plotting a coup to block President Lula from taking office in 2023.

Source: Reuters

Ukraine launched a new drone attack against Russia.

In Syria’s Deir ez-Zor, two rival tribes reconciled before heading to Suwayda to fight against Israel-backed militias:

“Marwan, come cousin—we’re at war together now. The past is behind us. Let’s move forward.”

And it’s ceasefire in Syria.

U.S. Envoy to Syria and Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack:

Israeli PM Netanyahu and Syrian President al-Sharaa, backed by U.S, agreed to a ceasefire welcomed by Türkiye, Jordan, and neighbors.

All Druze, Bedouins, Sunnis, and minorities are urged to lay down arms and help build a peaceful, united Syria.

Agreement reached for Syrian government General Security to enter all of Suwayda.

State military and security forces to take full control, all factions to disband

Heavy weapons to be handed over, fighters to be integrated.

Source: Syria TV

Nearly 1 in 3 Italians think the country will be at war within 5 years — but only 16% of fighting-age citizens are willing to fight.

• 39% say they’d be pacifists
• 19% would dodge the draft
• 26% want Italy to hire foreign mercenaries instead.

Source: CENSIS survey

Trump reveals “5 jets were shot down” during the latest India-Pakistan conflict.

Syrian Druze spiritual leadership mourns recent Suwayda victims and urges unity.

— Says victims died defending their dignity and humanity.

— Rejects division and calls for peace, dialogue, and an end to violence.

— Appeals for wisdom: “Weapons and chaos are not the answer.”

US House of Representatives votes to continue military aid to Ukraine.

Map of the Russian attacks on Ukraine overnight.

Reportedly, there were about 20 missiles and 400 drones.

A displaced, starving Palestinian woman:

“I haven’t eaten in 5 days. I just want food. I walk a little and feel dizzy — my stomach is empty.”

Syrian government's security forces begin to deploy in the Suwayda province.

Zelensky:

Russia targeted Ukraine with more than 300 drones and 30 missiles, and the attacks are still ongoing.

BREAKING: Syrian Presidency:

We announce an immediate, nationwide ceasefire in Suwayda and urge full compliance.

Any violation will be considered a breach of sovereignty.

Serbia is in advanced talks with Ghana to recruit thousands of workers to address labor shortages.

The government plans to issue up to 100,000 work permits this year, mainly targeting African and Asian nationals.