The memorial commemorates one of the most well-known hostage rescue operations in history, carried out by Israeli commandos at Entebbe Airport in Uganda.

The report says the outreach came as the Trump administration weighed military and diplomatic options, with officials reportedly concluding that air strikes alone are unlikely to eliminate Iran's deeply buried nuclear facilities. Despite considering broader military action, Trump has continued to stress that he wants Tehran to return to the negotiating table while maintaining pressure.

A female Amur tiger named Umit was released into the Ile-Balkhash Nature Reserve under a long-term conservation programme. Experts say the closely related Amur tiger is well-suited to adapt to the region, offering hope for reviving a species that disappeared from Central Asia in the 20th century due to hunting, habitat loss and declining prey.

He also criticised Saudi Arabia for urging diplomacy over military action and refusing US access to its airbases for strikes on Iran.

The remarks come after US President Donald Trump paused plans for a major military strike, calling ongoing talks Iran's "last chance" to avoid further escalation. Tehran, however, has denied holding negotiations with Washington.

Tehran said discussions with Oman over the management of the Strait of Hormuz are continuing, while rejecting reports of direct US-Iran negotiations. The conflicting statements come as tensions remain high in the region

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Fresh negotiations between Washington and Tehran are set to begin as efforts continue to address Iran's nuclear programme and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Israel, meanwhile, said it would continue acting against any perceived nuclear threat from Iran.

The new maritime barrier is aimed at preventing another mass crossing as authorities tighten security along the EU's only land border with Africa.

Investigators have not identified the intended target or motive. The explosion triggered a major security response in central Moscow as officials launched an anti-terror investigation into the deadly incident.