World
NATO
Putin Says Army Fighting ‘Aggressive’ NATO-backed Force in Victory Parade Address
Russian President Vladimir Putin used the annual Victory Day parade to frame the invasion of Ukraine as a “just” struggle against NATO.
May 9, 2026
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
Poland ‘Setting Direction for Europe’ With Historic €43.7 Billion EU Defense Loan
Prime Minister Donald Tusk declared Poland the leader of Europe’s security shift after signing a historic €43.7 billion EU loan to modernize its military.
May 9, 2026
Europe
Ukraine Celebrates Europe Day as ‘Inseparable Part’ of European Family
President Volodymyr Zelensky and the head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office Kyrylo Budanov marked Europe Day, emphasizing Ukraine’s role in protecting the continent’s security and democratic identity.
May 9, 2026
US
US and Iran May Resume Peace Talks in Islamabad Next Week
Washington and Tehran are reportedly drafting a one-page memorandum to initiate a month-long negotiation period aimed at ending the war and addressing nuclear concerns.
May 9, 2026
War in Ukraine
Putin Claims ‘Victory’ at Diminished Red Square Parade Featuring North Korean Troops
Russian leader Vladimir Putin repeated propaganda claims during a 45-minute Victory Day parade in Moscow that was notably held without military hardware for the first time since 2007.
May 9, 2026
Germany
OPINION: Russia’s Nazi Past: the Collaboration Putin Doesn’t Mention
What Russia conveniently chooses to forget on its Victory Day is the fact that Russia was allied with the Third Reich and more Russians collaborated with the Nazis than any other nationality.
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
Russia
OPINION: Putin’s Waterloo
The embarrassment around Moscow’s Victory Day parade shows that a cataclysm looms for Vladimir Putin.
May 9, 2026
US
US Sanctions Global Network Aiding Iran’s Drone and Missile Programs
The US Treasury sanctioned 10 entities and individuals across China, the UAE, and Belarus for facilitating Iran’s procurement of drone and missile components.
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
CARTOON: May 9 nightmare scenes on Moscow’s Red Square
Serhiy Kolyada’s ironic take on the latest international events.
May 9, 2026
Ukraine
US Efforts to Mediate Russia-Ukraine Peace Stagnate, Rubio Says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said diplomatic efforts to end the war have hit a standstill, though Washington remains prepared to mediate if circumstances change.
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
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