Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,081

Here are the key developments on the 1,081st day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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Real Madrid rescued by Mbappe after Alvarez penalty for Atletico

Real striker Kylian Mbappe's second-half equaliser cancels out Julian Alvarez's penalty for Atletico in Madrid derby.

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Israeli air strike kills six in eastern Lebanon amid fragile ceasefire

Israeli drone attack targets the Shaara area in eastern Bekaa region.

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Iran ready to negotiate with US but not under Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’

'Maximum pressure' policy pushed by US 'would not be a negotiation but a form of surrender', Iranian FM says.

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Seeking re-election, President Daniel Noboa centres Ecuador’s crime wave

From prison riots to power outages, Daniel Noboa's first term has set the stage for tough battles ahead.

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What does Trump’s ethnic cleansing proposal mean for ceasefire deal?

US president's call for mass displacement in Gaza risks renewing the fighting in the devastated enclave, analysts say.

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Trump strips Biden of security clearance, access to intelligence briefings

US president says 'no need' for predecessor to have access to classified information.

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Protests continue in Slovakia against PM Fico’s pro-Russia stance

Large crowds call for Fico to resign after visit to Moscow.

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Torres hat-trick leads Barcelona Copa del Rey rout at Valencia

Ferran Torres scores three of Barcelona's first four goals in a 5-0 Copa del Rey quarterfinal win at Valencia.

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US judge delays Trump buyout offer meant to thin out public servants

Trump and allies such as billionaire Elon Musk have carried out blitz campaign meant to thin the government workforce.

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Palestinians return home in Gaza, but without their loved ones

More than 61,700 Palestinians were killed by Israel in the Gaza war. Now, their family members are returning home.

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Trump involvement helps PGA Tour get closer to LIV Golf deal: Commissioner

PGA commissioner wants the US president to negotiate a deal with the breakaway LIV Golf in hopes of ending the division.

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