Eastern Europe
Ukraine
Lithuania Hands Protest Note to Moscow Over Threats Against Embassies in Kyiv
Lithuania has issued a formal protest to Moscow, labeling Russian warnings to evacuate staff from Kyiv as a direct threat of force and a violation of international law.
May 9, 2026
Europe
EU Pushes for Swift Moldova Accession Talks, Transnistria ‘Not an Obstacle’
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said the bloc must act fast on Moldova’s membership to utilize a current “window of opportunity” before potential political shifts.
May 9, 2026
Europe
Slovakia’s PM Fico Calls Himself EU ‘Black Sheep’ During Moscow Visit
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico defended his visit to Russia for Victory Day, calling himself the EU’s “black sheep” and pushing for dialogue with the Kremlin.
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
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
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
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
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
Putin
Putin Ready for Talks With Europe but Won’t Make the First Move, Kremlin Says
The Kremlin said Putin remains open to negotiations with European leaders but will not initiate contacts after ties collapsed over the war in Ukraine.
May 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Shifts Ukraine War Narrative as Hopes of Capturing Kyiv Fade
The Kremlin is reportedly preparing Russians for a possible end to the war in Ukraine without the decisive victory once promised by Moscow.
May 8, 2026
US
US Strikes Iranian Targets After Attack on Navy Destroyers
The US military said Tehran’s forces attacked three American destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz before Washington launched retaliatory strikes on Iran.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
Russia Says Talks Unlikely Without Ukraine Leaving Donbas
Kyiv has consistently ruled out withdrawing from Donbas, rejecting Russia’s demand as a precondition for renewed negotiations.
May 7, 2026
Russia
Ukraine Struck Russian Kalibr Missile Warship in Dagestan During Overnight Attack – General Staff
Ukraine says it struck a Russian missile warship in Dagestan during a wave of overnight attacks on military targets and supply infrastructure.
May 7, 2026
Russia
Russia Rejects Zelensky’s Ceasefire Proposal Ahead of Victory Day Parade in Moscow
The Kremlin says it ignored Ukraine’s proposed ceasefire as Moscow tightens security ahead of the May 9 Victory Day parade on Red Square.
May 7, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Hits Russia’s Perm Refinery With Long-Range Drones
The refinery is located in the Ural mountain range that separates Europe and Asia, with Russian media noting Lukoil facilities were struck again after recently coming under fire.
May 7, 2026
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