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War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on May 8, 2026
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Norway Commits Additional $302M to Ukraine
Norway says the new contribution will help Ukraine receive critical defense equipment quickly through NATO’s PURL initiative.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Unprecedented Wartime Decree: Kyiv Permits Moscow’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine’s temporary Red Square no-strike order turns Russia’s Victory Day parade into a symbol of Kyiv’s restraint and leverage.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Trump Hopes Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire ‘Could’ Last Longer
US-brokered truce includes 1,000-for-1,000 POW swap as Kyiv and Moscow trade accusations of violations.
May 9, 2026
RSF Index Reveals Stark Divide Between Media Freedom in Ukraine and Russia
Reporters Without Borders says Ukraine improved its press freedom ranking despite war, while Russia deepened its crackdown on independent journalism.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Orders Red Square Excluded From Target List Ahead of Russia’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine excluded Red Square from its target list during Russia’s Victory Day parade, citing humanitarian considerations tied to ongoing negotiations.
May 8, 2026
US
US Disables Three Iranian‑Flagged Tankers Under Gulf Blockade
US warplanes disabled three Iranian‑flagged tankers enforcing a Gulf blockade, as tensions persist alongside continuing diplomatic talks.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine, Russia Agree on 1,000 POW Exchange and Ceasefire
Ukraine and Russia agreed to swap 1,000 prisoners and a temporary ceasefire.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
PrivatBank CEO Reveals How Ukraine Can Fund $600B Reconstruction | Exclusive Interview
PrivatBank CEO Mikael Björknert says discussions with US and international stakeholders have moved past curiosity toward real financing Ukraine’s $600B rebuild.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Stalled Talks, Rising Strikes, and a Fraying Ceasefire – Ukraine Latest, May 8
Russia’s ceasefire updates, signs for dialogues with Europe, and Ukraine’s economic strain– updates from Ukraine and beyond
May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Planned to Supply Iran With Thousands of Drones
Russia planned to supply Iran with thousands of advanced drones and training, raising concerns over expanded military cooperation targeting US forces.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Rubio Says US Weighing Global Commitments, Urges Action on Iran Nuclear Threat
Rubio said US resources must be balanced globally, while warning Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons and admitting Ukraine peace efforts remain stalled.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine’s GDP Shrinks 0.5% in Q1 2026 as War Strain Persists
Ukraine’s economy contracted 0.5% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, as a result of Russia’s bombing in winter, according to a flash estimate.
Updated: 8h ago
NATO
Poland First in EU to Sign SAFE Rearmament Loan Deal
Poland became the first EU country to sign a loan agreement under the SAFE rearmament program, securing access to up to €43.7 billion for defense spending.
May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
Why Russia’s Adaptation Fails: General Jennie Carignan on Ukraine’s Edge
In this exclusive episode of “Off the Record,” host Natalka Cmoc sits down with General Jennie Carignan, the Chief of the Defence Staff for Canada, during her high-level visit to Kyiv.
May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
SBU Hits Perm Oil Refinery for Third Time in Russia
Ukraine’s security service said it struck a major Russian oil refinery and a pumping station in Perm, more than 1,500 km from the border.
May 8, 2026
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