The Kremlin says high level talks between the United States and Russia have been constructive. Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and President Putin attended the three-hour meeting in Moscow.Also today: the UN's World Food Programme says it's run out of food stocks for families in Gaza; and is a male protuberance in an ancient tapestry a phallus or a fallacy?(Photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin meets US President Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow Credit: KRISTINA KORMILITSYNA/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
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Kyiv mayor says Ukraine may need to 'give up territory' for truce
The mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, has become the first leading Ukrainian politician to say the country might have to recognise Russian control of key regions of Ukraine, including Crimea, in exchange for a temporary truce with Russia. The comments come after Russian missiles and drones killed twelve people and injured hundreds in Kyiv. We speak to a resident from the city of Mariupol who was forced to flee her home shortly after the Russian invasion.We also hear the latest from Sudan, where the Rapid Support Forces have recently attacked a vast refugee camp. As people to flee on foot with no food or water, aid agencies say children are among those dying of thirst and hunger.Also in our programme: US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order allowing US companies to mine the ocean floor for minerals; and the Dutch town hall that accidently threw out Andy Warhol art with the bins.(Photo: Vitali Klitschko, the mayor of Kyiv, surveys the damage left by a Russian strike. Credit: REUTERS/Gleb Garanich)
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India threatens Pakistan's water supply over deadly Kashmir attack
Diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan have rapidly deteriorated following the killings of 26 people in Indian-administered Kashmir. India's government has blamed Pakistan for the attack and introduced a series of measures including the suspension of a water-sharing treaty. Pakistan has said any attempt to limit waters from the Indus would be regarded as an act of war. We hear from a Pakistani minister and a former Indian diplomat.Also on the programme: US President Donald Trump tells Vladimir Putin to stop bombing Ukraine, but Volodymyr Zelensky says "more pressure" needs to be applied on Russia; and why China is sharing its moon rocks with the world.(Photo: A member of the Pakistan Rangers stands at a checkpoint at the Pakistan-India border, as visitors arrive to witness the flag-lowering ceremony, in Wagah, Pakistan, 24 April 2025. Credit: Rahat Dar/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
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Ukraine says Russia is the real obstacle to peace
Ukraine says Russia is the real obstacle to peace, after Moscow launched a big missile and drone attack on Kyiv. President Trump has once again blamed Ukraine for blocking a settlement, saying it's in no position to dictate terms. We hear from one of his former advisors on Russia.Also in the programme: Gazans speak out against Hamas; and the legendary performance artist Marina Abramovic on directing a musical marathon.(IMAGE: Ukrainian rescuers work at the site of a rocket strike that hit a residential building in Kyiv, Ukraine, 24 April 2025 / CREDIT: Sergey Dolzhenko/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
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India retaliates after Kashmir attack
India closes its main border crossing with Pakistan following Tuesday's attack by separatists on tourists in the disputed territory of Kashmir.Also on the programme: The European Commission imposes fines on tech giants Apple and Meta. They are smaller than expected but why?; and British researchers claim they have found the first physical evidence that gladiators fought wild animals.(Photo: Grandmother of a victim who was killed in a suspected militant attack in Kashmir is consoled, April 23, 2025. Credit: Reuters)
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