Here are the latest international news updates for today, March 17, 2025: Middle East Tensions Yemen Protests: Tens of thousands protested in Yemen following U.S. airstrikes aimed at deterring Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping. The strikes resulted in 53 deaths and 98 injuries. In response, the Houthis claimed two attacks on the USS Harry S. Truman, though these remain unconfirmed by the U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran of "dire" consequences for further Houthi attacks. Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza: Israeli airstrikes in Gaza led to multiple Palestinian casualties, escalating tensions despite a January ceasefire.
Ukraine Conflict Upcoming U.S.-Russia Talks: President Trump plans to speak with President Putin on Tuesday to discuss a potential resolution to the war in Ukraine. The talks may involve discussions on territorial concessions by Kyiv and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. International Responses: EU leaders have expressed distrust towards Russia. Discussions about offering a European nuclear umbrella and increasing NATO defense spending are underway. Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited President Zelensky to a G7 summit, and a coalition of countries is preparing a peacekeeping force for Ukraine.
Sports Olympic Boxing's Future: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) executive board recommended including boxing in the 2028 Los Angeles Games. This follows the provisional recognition of the newly formed World Boxing as the sport's governing body, after the International Boxing Association (IBA) was stripped of its status due to governance and ethical issues.
Other Notable Events Pope Francis' Health: The Vatican released a photograph of Pope Francis praying in a hospital chapel, marking his first appearance since being admitted over a month ago with pneumonia. SpaceX Mission: A SpaceX capsule docked with the International Space Station (ISS) to bring back stranded NASA astronauts. The arrival of four astronauts will allow Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to return to Earth after nine months on the ISS.
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