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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,054
Here are the key developments on the 1,054th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Trump ally Steve Bannon blasts Elon Musk as ‘truly evil’ in MAGA split
Former Trump adviser tells Italian newspaper that Tesla CEO intends to implement 'techno-feudalism on a global scale'.
UK’s Starmer touts plan to ‘turbocharge’ living standards with AI
British Prime Minister says AI has the potential to 'transform the lives of working people'.
Zelenskyy ‘ready to hand over’ captured N Korea soldiers for Ukrainian POWs
Offer comes after Ukraine announced capturing two North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region.
Barcelona hand Real Madrid latest El Clasico hammering in Supercopa final
Barcelona beat Spanish and European champions Real Madrid 5-2 in the final of the Supercopa de Espana in Saudi Arabia.
Firefighters battle to corral Los Angeles fires before strong winds return
US death toll rises as strong winds are expected to push deadly wildfires further through Los Angeles residential areas.
Iran welcomes return of national held in Italy in spat involving the US
The US had asked Italy to arrest and extradite the Iranian national for allegedly transferring drone technology.
Could Israel be planning a Gaza ‘ceasefire’ for optics only?
US journalist Ryan Grim says it may be risky for Israel to reject a ceasefire in Gaza, even if just to placate Trump.
Syria does not need a ‘handshake litmus test’
The Syrian leadership's handshake choices will not determine the country’s future.
Israeli siege of north Gaza leaves 5,000 dead, missing after 100 days
The Israeli military has only intensified its siege of the north and attacks across Gaza amid renewed ceasefire talks.

