Parade in Moscow // Putin threatened the West with strategic nuclear forces

In recent days Russia has accused Western nations, including the UK and France, of threatening Russia. President Emmanuel Macron has not ruled out sending ground troops to Ukraine, BBC reports.

Lithuania defends banning Russian and Belarusian observers from monitoring its presidential election

Lithuania defended Wednesday the decision not to allow Russian and Belarusian observers to monitor its upcoming presidential election, accusing both countries of spearheading campaigns that “pose a threat to our national security”, AP reports.

Ukraine and France marked Victory Day in the war against Nazi Germany

Today, France marks Victory Day in the war against Nazi Germany. Emmanuel Macron followed tradition and went to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Ukraine adopted the Western practice and today commemorates the fallen heroes of the Second World War in the same way. The May 8,9 discrepancy is also due to the time zone difference, when the act of capitulation came into effect. It was past midnight in Moscow.

Ukraine air attack on Belgorod injures 8, governor says

A Ukrainian air attack on Russia's Belgorod region injured eight people and damaged scores of residential buildings and cars, the governor of the region bordering with Ukraine said on Thursday, Reuters reports.

Ceasefire Talks Resume Amid Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis

Battles and bombardments ensued on the outskirts of Rafah city in the southern Gaza Strip, while Israel announced the reopening of the Kerem Shalom crossing point for aid.

Ukraine Mobilises Prisoners for War

The Ukrainian Parliament (Verkhovna Rada) passed a bill on May 8, in its second reading, allowing the mobilisation of prisoners convicted of minor crimes into the military.

Romania Eyes Patriot Missiles for Ukraine's Defence

President Klaus Iohannis of Romania announced on Tuesday his openness to discussions regarding the possibility of sending a Patriot missile system to Ukraine.

Protect Infants: Europe Urges Whooping Cough Vaccination

European countries have reported a tenfold increase in whooping cough cases in 2023 and the first quarter of 2024, compared to the previous two years, according to Reuters.

Russia Strikes Ukraine's Power Grid

Russian forces launched a major missile and drone attack against Ukrainian energy infrastructure overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday, injuring at least six people, according to Ukrainian authorities quoted by AFP and Agerpres.

Israeli Airstrikes Intensify: Ceasefire Negotiations Underway in Gaza

The Israeli military escalated its aerial bombardment on Wednesday in the Gaza Strip, where it has already secured control of the strategic border crossing with Egypt, the host nation of the "last chance" talks aimed at achieving a ceasefire agreement linked to the release of hostages. This information was relayed by AFP and cited by Agerpres.

Diplomatic Push: European Neutrals Eye Closer NATO Bonds Amidst Ukraine Fallout

Four European neutral countries, namely Austria, Switzerland, Ireland, and Malta, which are not members of NATO, are seeking closer ties with the North Atlantic Alliance amidst the deteriorating security situation in Europe following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Crimean Bridge Cut Off: Russia Seeks New Supply Routes

Russian authorities have stopped using the Crimean Bridge to supply troops in Ukraine following attacks by the armed forces, according to DW.