World News Today Live Updates on March 23, 2025 : El Salvador’s CECOT: What to know about the mega-prison at the Center of Donald Trump’s anti-crime strategy

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23 Mar 2025, 06:33:21 PM IST

World News Today Live: Russia pounds Ukraine with 147 drones, 7 killed; Kyiv civilians skeptical of peace talks

• At least seven people were killed as Russia launched a massive drone attack across Ukraine, striking multiple regions, including Kyiv. Residents expressed skepticism about upcoming ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia, citing continued Russian aggression.

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23 Mar 2025, 05:15:40 PM IST

World News Today Live: Pope Francis discharged from hospital after five weeks, makes first appearance: ‘Thank you, everyone’

• Pope Francis made his first public appearance after over a month of hospitalisation, addressing well-wishers outside Gemelli hospital on Sunday

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23 Mar 2025, 08:56:28 AM IST

World News Today Live: Earth Hour: World went dark for 60 minutes in bid to fight climate change | Watch videos

• Major landmarks participated, including the UN and iconic sites in India. This year’s theme, ‘Be Water Wise,’ highlights the urgent need for conservation amid the climate crisis.

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23 Mar 2025, 08:33:26 AM IST

World News Today Live: ‘Top military planner’: Pentagon chief Hegseth slams judge for halting transgender ban, Elon Musk reacts with fire emoji

• US federal judge Judge Ana C. Reyes had on Tuesday suspended the Trump administration’s ban on transgender people serving in the military.

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23 Mar 2025, 07:42:47 AM IST

World News Today Live: Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow hopes for ‘progress’ at Saudi talks as Trump’s envoy calls Putin not a ‘bad guy’ | 10 points

• North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed support for Russia’s war in Ukraine during a meeting with Russian Security Council secretary Sergei Shoigu. This follows a South Korean assessment indicating North Korea likely sent troops to aid Russia amid ongoing conflict.

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23 Mar 2025, 06:56:00 AM IST

World News Today Live: Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital today: Report

• “Today we are happy to say that tomorrow he will be at home,” he said, as per CNN.

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23 Mar 2025, 05:16:13 AM IST

World News Today Live: Israeli airstrike kills Hamas leader Salah al-Bardaweel; Defence Min says ‘will maintain presence in Gaza’ – top updates

• An Israeli airstrike killed Hamas leader Salah al-Bardaweel in Khan Younis, Gaza. Israeli Defence Minister Katz warned of a permanent presence in Gaza unless hostages are released, following a collapse of the ceasefire and renewed military actions in the region.

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23 Mar 2025, 12:29:40 AM IST

World News Today Live: El Salvador’s CECOT: What to know about the mega-prison at the Center of Donald Trump’s anti-crime strategy

• El Salvador’s Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT) has gained attention after Donald Trump announced that alleged gang members deported from the US would be held there. The maximum-security prison, a key part of President Nayib Bukele’s anti-gang crackdown, is notorious for its extreme conditions.

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