Global Headlines: US Calls West Bank Attack 'Terror', Congo and M23 Aim for Peace, Ukraine Seeks Talks with Russia

In a significant diplomatic move, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel has labeled a violent incident at a Palestinian church in the occupied West Bank as an 'act of terror'. The attack, attributed to Israeli settlers, has drawn calls for prosecution, as tensions mount in the region.

Meanwhile, in Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group are on the cusp of a landmark peace agreement, with plans to sign by mid-August. The declaration, facilitated by months of Qatari mediation, sets a hopeful tone despite unresolved issues.

As global tensions rise, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has reached out to Russia, proposing another round of peace negotiations. The conflict, ongoing since Russia's 2022 invasion, sees both sides eager to explore potential ceasefires through diplomatic dialogue.

(With inputs from agencies.)