Russia accuses Ukraine of attempted drone strike, threatens to harden peace stanceMorning news briefA professor breaks down Russia's negotiating tactics with UkraineMore than a decade after its disappearance, Malaysia to resume search for MH370Trump and Netanyahu discussed peace deal, Iran and more in meetingThe U.S. offers Ukraine a 15-year security guarantee for now, Zelenskyy saysTrump says Ukraine peace is closer. And, how funding cuts affect anti-poverty groupsEx-Pentagon official on the prospects of a peace deal between Ukraine and RussiaTrump says there's progress on a peace deal between Ukraine and RussiaMorning news brief

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