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Iran’s 14‑Point Proposal and US Response
Iran has reportedly presented a 14-point proposal focused on ending the war.
US President Donald Trump says he will review it, but doubts it will be acceptable.
Iran's Tasnim News Agency says Tehran presented the proposal through mediator Pakistan in response to the nine-point deal and two-month ceasefire request from the US.
Tasnim says Iran's proposal stresses all issues must be resolved within 30 days, with a focus on completely ending the war instead of extending a ceasefire.
The news agency says the 14-point plan includes guarantees of non-aggression and the withdrawal of US forces from areas surrounding Iran.
It also includes lifting the maritime blockade, releasing Iran's frozen assets, paying compensation, and lifting sanctions.
It also calls for ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, and establishing a new mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump was speaking to reporters on Saturday.
When asked if he had seen Iran's proposal, he said no.
He was also asked if the US could restart military strikes on the country.
00:01:31 話者 2/Donald Trump
Well, I don't want to say that. I mean, I can't tell that to a reporter.
If they misbehave, if they do something bad, but right now, we'll see.
But it's a possibility that could happen, certainly.
00:01:47 (Maria Sato)
Trump later posted on social media he will soon review the proposal, but said he can't imagine that it will be acceptable.
He also wrote they have not yet paid a big enough price for what they have done to humanity and the world over the last 47 years.
Peruvians Trafficked to Fight in Russia
Public prosecutors in Peru have launched an investigation into alleged human trafficking cases involving Peruvians.
They were reportedly forced to take part in Russian combat operations against Ukraine.
The prosecutors announced the probe on Friday after receiving complaints from relatives of Peruvian citizens.
The alleged victims were offered fake security-related jobs in Russia through social media.
Investigative authorities say they have received information that once the Peruvians arrived in Russia, they were forced to take part in the fighting against Ukrainian forces.
Media outlets in the South American country report that in late April, Peru's foreign ministry requested urgent information from the Russian government about the situation.
They asked for the whereabouts and health status of Peruvians believed to have been recruited into the Russian military.
Similar cases have been reported in Africa and India.
Russia is apparently turning to foreign recruits to address a shortage in troop strength.
Zelenskyy Seeks Air‑Defense Support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling on the international community for help to defend against Russian drones.
Zelenskyy wrote on social media that a Russian drone struck a bus in the southern city of Kherson, killing two people and injuring seven.
He claims that Russia was fully aware it was targeting civilians and denounces what he calls brutal safaris against people that have become a daily reality in parts of Ukraine.
He says in the past week alone, Russia has launched 1,600 attack drones, nearly 1,100 guided aerial bombs, and three missiles.
Zelenskyy is urging other countries to supply Ukraine with interceptor missiles and increase efforts to cut off funding for Russia's military.
Peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States have been put on hold amid the conflict surrounding Iran.
Zelenskyy says he will see through military reforms to improve conditions for soldiers in order to address manpower shortages.
Takaichi’s Indo‑Pacific Policy Speech
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae has outlined Japan's foreign policy in a speech in Vietnam, highlighting the vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
The concept was first proposed by then-Prime Minister Abe Shinzo 10 years ago.
Takaichi spoke at a university in Hanoi on Saturday.
00:04:54 話者 3/Takaichi Sanae
Japan will work more proactively than ever to build international order based on freedom, openness, diversity, inclusivity and the rule of law.
00:05:09 (Maria Sato)
She stressed the need to respond to the current international environment and said her foreign policy will focus on three areas.
One is strengthening supply chains for energy and essential goods.
Another is expanding membership in the Trans-Pacific Partnership to promote rule-based trade.
The third is bolstering security cooperation by helping other countries improve their maritime capabilities.
Takaichi also met with Communist Party General Secretary and Vietnamese President Tho Lam.
They agreed to cooperate on strengthening supply chains for critical minerals, including rare earths produced in Vietnam.
The second leg of her tour takes her to Australia beginning Sunday.
She is expected to meet Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday, when the two leaders are set to issue a joint statement to ensure stable energy supply.
Japan Releases More Oil Reserves
Japan is proceeding with a second round of oil releases from its national reserves.
This is part of efforts to ensure a stable supply amid uncertainty over the Iran conflict.
The second stage began Friday. The government plans to release 5.8 million kiloliters of oil from 10 stockpile sites around the country.
The amount is equivalent to about 20 days of domestic consumption.
The oil will be sold to four major wholesalers for roughly $3.4 billion.
It will be refined into gasoline and other products before going to market.
The first round of the release from the reserves began in late March, with oil worth 30 days of domestic consumption.
Industry ministry officials say they believe the release, together with other measures such as securing alternative supplies, will help ease public anxiety.
They say the government will continue working to ensure a stable supply.
Newborn Wild Horses Attract Visitors
Japan is in the middle of a spring holiday period, and people are traveling around the country to find interesting destinations, including to a southern cape that is home to newborn wild horses.
Misaki horses freely roam grasslands overlooking the sea, rather the ocean.
There are about 100 of them that the government designates as a national natural monument.
April to May is the foaling season, and so far this year, 10 horses have been born.
The newborns were staying close to their mothers and being nursed.
With full bellies, some rested peacefully in the grass under clear spring skies.
Many tourists enjoyed watching and taking photos of the rare scene.
00:08:04 話者 4
They are so cute.
00:08:08 話者 5
It's quite a scene. I was surprised to see so many wild horses.
00:08:13 話者 6
Baby animals are adorable no matter what species they are. I'm glad I came to see them.
00:08:20 (Maria Sato)
A conservation group urges visitors not to come into contact with the animals and to drive with caution.
An endearing sight.
Those are the headlines for this hour.
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