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Here's a rundown of all the news you need to start your Sunday, including President Donald Trump's call for a new president in Ukraine, the Saudi-led coalition's vow to give a "firm" response after 12 people were killed in a Houthi attack on the main airport in Riyadh, and Israel killing five Palestinians in Gaza on the anniversary of last year’s ceasefire.
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US President Donald Trump called for Ukraine to “get a new president,” accusing Volodymyr Zelenskyy of repeatedly failing to reach a deal to end the war with Russia.
“I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal, because he could have made many deals that, for some reason, he never does,” said Trump. “I think it's time for Ukraine to get a new president.”
Trump also said the Russia-Ukraine war could have been avoided.
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen vowed to respond “firmly” to an attack on the main airport in the capital Riyadh, which authorities said killed 12 people and injured 309 others.
Coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki blamed Yemen’s Houthis for the attack on King Khalid International Airport, saying it targeted one of the passenger terminals and killed and injured travelers and airport workers.
Al-Maliki said the attack constituted a war crime under international humanitarian law and customary rules.
He said the coalition’s Joint Forces Command would respond “firmly” and in line with international humanitarian law.
Five Palestinians were killed and others wounded in two Israeli airstrikes that targeted gatherings of Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip.
The attacks come as Tel Aviv continues daily attacks despite a ceasefire that has been in effect since Oct. 10, 2025.
NEWS IN BRIEF
· Kuwait Airways canceled two flights between Kuwait City and Riyadh, citing the closure of the Saudi capital's main airport due to the "security situation."
· Yemeni government forces said they thwarted a Houthi attack north of Dhubab Airport near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in southwestern Yemen.
· The Israeli army shot and wounded Issam Rimawi, a Palestinian photojournalist with Anadolu, with a rubber bullet in the occupied West Bank.
· Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas issued a decree postponing presidential and legislative elections for Sept. 11, 2027 from an earlier scheduled date this November.
· Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators rallied outside the US Capitol to demand an end to Israel's genocide in the Gaza Strip as well as a US arms embargo and sanctions on Israel.
· Palestinian resistance group Hamas said the postponement of Palestinian elections to next September should pave the way for a “comprehensive national dialogue,” expressing a readiness to take part.
· British Prime Minister Andy Burnham reaffirmed London’s support for Ukraine during a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
· President Donald Trump said Iran may step up actions ahead of the US’ Nov. 3 midterm elections, arguing that it believes doing so would hurt the US.
· Russia decided to partially lift its ban on diesel fuel exports under an agreement between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump.
· During a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi expressed "regret" for an alleged robbery-murder case involving an American Marine in Okinawa, said the Foreign Ministry.
· The Pentagon raised the death toll of US troops linked to military operations against Iran to 21, acknowledging that two additional deaths had not been included in its figures.
· US President Donald Trump said that Washington may join Saudi strikes against the Houthis in Yemen following an attack on an airport in Riyadh.
· Germany reaffirmed its commitment to sanctions against Russia following an agreement between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on diesel supplies, according to German media.
· Polish police said they detained 76 people and inspected nearly 50,000 schools and educational facilities following two knife attacks at schools northeast of Warsaw.
· Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of desperately trying to save himself “like a degenerate gambler” at the cost of more bloodshed and US money.
· Two ultralight aircraft collided midair in Italy's northern Modena province, leaving one pilot injured, the ANSA news agency reported.
· Turkish Chief of General Staff Gen. Selcuk Bayraktaroglu held a call with his Syrian counterpart Maj. Gen. Ali Noureddine al-Naasan, the Turkish General Staff said.
BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
The UK government vowed to maintain pressure on Russia following the announcement of a diesel deal between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
"The UK’s position could not be clearer. We will continue working closely with international partners to ensure Ukraine has the military and financial support it needs to defend itself. We will also maintain pressure on Russia," a government spokesperson said in a statement.
The spokesperson said London would maintain pressure through the "toughest sanctions regime" it has ever imposed by increasing the cost of "Putin’s aggression" and supporting efforts to secure peace.
Eritrea urged the UN Security Council to take deterrent measures against Ethiopia, accusing its neighbor of declaring war and warning that a military confrontation could destabilize the Horn of Africa.
Foreign Minister Osman Saleh urged members to “forcefully condemn Ethiopia’s deplorable declaration of war against Eritrea," which he said will inflict "huge devastation to the peoples of both countries and destabilize the whole region.”
The appeal follows accusations by Ethiopia that Eritrean troops crossed into its northern Tigray region, where renewed fighting has heightened fears of another conflict between the neighboring countries.
CULTURE AND LIFE
US country singer Ella Langley canceled her sold-out concert in Tulsa, Oklahoma, following a "serious security threat," despite police finding no credible danger, according to media reports on Friday.
The 27-year-old singer announced the cancellation on US social media platform Instagram, citing concerns about "the safety of my fans, the venue staff, and my team," according to NBC News.
"This decision was made under the advisement of local authorities, the venue, and my security team," the outlet quoted Langley.
SPORTS
Red Bull's Max Verstappen won a rain-affected Singapore Grand Prix sprint race after Mercedes driver George Russell crashed out of the lead on the opening lap, BBC Sport reported.
The race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit was delayed 30 minutes following a tropical downpour, leaving drivers to navigate mixed track conditions, with some sections wet and others drying.
Russell took the lead but lost control of his Mercedes in the final corner of the opening lap after running wide, according to BBC Sport.
Barcelona defeated Getafe 3-0 at home to claim an eighth consecutive La Liga victory and match the club's best-ever start to a league season.
Anthony Gordon opened the scoring two minutes in, cutting inside past two defenders before firing a shot that deflected off Mario Martin and into the net. It was Gordon's first goal for Barcelona.
The hosts dominated possession and created several chances with Dani Olmo, Gavi, and Eric Garcia. Getafe goalkeeper David Soria made several saves.
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