Ukraine boosts readiness on Transnistrian region border: “We must be prepared for any scenario”

Ukraine is reinforcing its defenses along the border with the Transnistrian region by constructing fortifications, building military roads, and implementing enhanced security measures. This initiative comes in response to the presence of Russian troops on the left bank of the Nistru and the potential risks of destabilization in the area. The announcement was made by the Operational Command "West" following a working visit by Brigadier General Volodymyr Shvedyuk to the units of the Defense Forces deployed in the direction of Transnistrian region.

Russian forces lose 116 sq km in April 2026

Russian forces recorded a net territorial loss in April 2026, marking a significant reversal in frontline dynamics. According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), this represents the first such contraction since the Ukrainian incursion into the Kursk region in August 2024.

Ukraine hits Russian shadow fleet in Primorsk port

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed a successful joint operation targeting several Russian vessels and key infrastructure at the Primorsk oil terminal in the Leningrad region.

Russian drone attacks kill 3 in Odesa and Kherson

Russian forces launched a coordinated drone and missile strike against Odessa's port and civilian infrastructure overnight on May 3. Local prosecutors confirmed that the attacks killed two people and injured five others.

Trump weighs new Iran peace proposal amid naval blockade

US President Donald Trump confirmed Saturday he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the current conflict. However, the American leader remains skeptical, stating Tehran has yet to face adequate accountability for its historical actions.

EU debates reverse enlargement model for Ukraine

The European Union is currently debating a paradigm shift in its expansion strategy, weighing a "reverse enlargement" model to integrate Ukraine. Despite Kyiv's strategic importance, the bloc remains divided over the mechanisms and timeline for full membership, according to reports from the Financial Times.

US to pull significantly more troops from Germany

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will withdraw significantly more than the previously planned 5,000 troops from Germany.

Consumer exodus: Major Russian grocers see traffic slump

Major Russian food retailers faced a contraction in consumer footfall during the first quarter of 2026, marking the first such decline in six years. Reports from RBC and The Moscow Times, citing Infoline estimates, indicate a significant shift in consumer behavior.

Trump declares Iran war over to bypass Congress deadline

U.S. President Donald Trump notified Congress on May 1 that the conflict with Iran has concluded. The announcement arrived exactly as the 60-day legal window for military authorization under the War Powers Resolution expired.

Russian drone breaches Romanian airspace near Chilia

A Russian drone briefly breached Romanian airspace early Saturday, May 2, during a heavy Russian assault on Ukrainian port infrastructure.

Trump to hike EU auto tariffs to 25% amid trade dispute

President Donald Trump announced on Friday a significant escalation in trade tensions, detailing plans to impose a 25% tariff on European cars and trucks entering the United States.

Expert: Without political direction, Romania risks weaker position in EU financial framework talks

The political instability in Romania, highlighted by the motion of censure against the Bologna Government, poses risks to both domestic governance and external relations. According to Tana Foarfă, director of Europuls Romania, the absence of an executive in Bucharest could significantly affect the European Union's future budget.