Germany commits an extra €300 million to the Czech-led ammunition supply initiative, securing 50,000 rounds for Ukraine amid reduced multinational financial support.
Ukrainian President Zelensky engaged with Trump's envoys on advancing diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war amid ongoing high-level talks with European leaders.
Ukraine urges the UN to ban Russian troops from peacekeeping roles due to documented sexual crimes, calling for Russia's withdrawal from the UN amid ongoing conflict.
Armenia’s ruling party leads parliamentary elections amid opposition disputes and Russia’s trade restrictions, signaling geopolitical shifts that may impact regional markets.
Kyiv faced multiple overnight air raid alerts due to Russian drone incursions and ballistic threats, with Ukraine’s air defenses intercepting hundreds of UAVs targeting key regions.
Ukraine apologized to Greece after a sea drone carrying explosives was found near Lefkada Island, citing Russian aggression as the root cause and pledging to prevent future incidents.
The US House passed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia and boosting military aid for Ukraine, pending Senate approval and potential presidential veto.
Rosneft advisor Andrei Bezrukov forecasts a prolonged war for Russia lasting decades, urging economic and state reforms to integrate defense priorities amid recent drone attacks.
Finnish authorities have seized €3.7 million of Russian assets to enforce Naftogaz’s $5 billion arbitration award tied to Crimea expropriations.
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Leningrad region hours before the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, prompting air defense responses and airport restrictions.
Rheinmetall signs a €5.7 billion arms deal with Romania, funded by the EU’s Security Action for Europe program, marking a significant boost in European defense procurement.
Russia launched overnight drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple deaths, injuries, and widespread damage amid heightened conflict.
NATO confirms the drone that crashed into a Romanian residential building is Russian-made, intensifying regional security concerns near the Ukraine border.
Putin warns Armenia of tariff hikes and work restrictions if it leaves the Eurasian Economic Union amid rising tensions over the country’s EU integration efforts.
A Russian drone crashed onto a Romanian apartment rooftop during attacks on Ukraine, causing fire, injuries, and evacuation amid heightened regional tensions.
Former RT France chief Kseniya Fedorova joins French right-wing channel CNews, continuing pro-Kremlin broadcasts after Russia Today’s European ban.
The EU delays appointing a negotiator for talks with Russia, focusing first on clarifying goals and increasing sanctions pressure amid the Ukraine conflict.
Russia plans a 1-2 month ban on diesel and aviation kerosene exports due to refinery disruptions caused by increased drone attacks on fuel plants.
Kremlin refuses to forward Cannes winner Zvyagintsev’s anti-war appeal, illustrating the widespread silencing of dissenting voices among millions of Russians.
UN peacekeeping forces have dropped to a 25-year low due to funding gaps and geopolitical tensions, with a 49% reduction since 2016, SIPRI reports.
Senior Kremlin officials warned President Putin against harsher internet restrictions amid economic losses and rising public dissatisfaction in Russia.
Five more victims recovered from Starobelsk university dormitory rubble, raising fatalities to 21 after Ukrainian strike amid conflicting military claims.
Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv causing casualties and fires, with possible use of the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile raising escalation concerns in Ukraine conflict.
Ukraine's president and key European leaders held a video conference to advance diplomatic efforts amid stronger Ukrainian battlefield positions and increased intelligence sharing.
Hungary swiftly reinstates ban on Ukrainian agricultural imports and reverses ICC withdrawal, affecting regional trade flows and market dynamics.
NATO confirms ongoing delivery of US air defense missiles to Ukraine under the PURL program, reinforcing Western support amidst the prolonged conflict.
The UK authorized indefinite imports of diesel and aviation fuel from Russian oil processed abroad, responding to rising fuel prices and global energy supply tensions.
Russian military strikes damaged port and energy infrastructure in southern Ukraine, while drone attacks targeted urban areas in Kharkiv, signaling escalating conflict impacts on critical sectors.
Moscow has granted agrément for Clemens von Goetze to become Germany's next ambassador amid tense Russo-German relations and ongoing diplomatic reshuffles.
Russian forces conducted drone and missile strikes overnight on May 17 targeting multiple Ukrainian regions, causing property damage and injuries but no reported fatalities.
The UK plans to boost its defense budget by £18 billion amid political unrest, impacting defense markets and fiscal policy ahead of a crucial announcement by PM Starmer.
President Zelensky and German officials discuss advancing air defense and drone production after deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv.
Latvia’s ruling coalition collapses after Defense Minister resigns over drone incursions, sparking calls for new government formation ahead of elections.
Russian forces launched a massive missile and drone strike on Kyiv causing fires, building collapses, and multiple casualties amid ongoing rescue operations.
Ukraine imposes sanctions on 32 Russian companies and 34 individuals linked to the military-industrial complex, extending measures against key defense suppliers and lobbyists.
US intelligence reports reveal Iran retains about 70% of its missile arsenal and launchers, contradicting official claims of its military degradation.
Ukraine has escalated its deep-strike capabilities and regained territory, shifting momentum decisively against Russia in the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine offers NATO long-range drones and missiles to fill strategic defense gaps amid shifts in European missile deployments.
Germany considers President Steinmeier as EU representative for peace talks with Russia, amid skepticism over Putin's proposal to appoint Schröder alone.
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds resigns following unauthorized drone incursions linked to Ukraine, raising concerns over Baltic airspace security amid regional conflicts.
Putin favors former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as the EU's negotiator for ending the Ukraine conflict, signaling Moscow's readiness for peace talks under respectful terms.
Russia and Ukraine use the May 9-11 ceasefire to rotate troops and prepare offensives, while limited attacks continue amid efforts for prisoner exchange.
EU leaders coordinate potential talks with Russia amid ongoing tensions, while Moscow shows no clear readiness for serious negotiations.
Pussy Riot and Femen protested at the Russian pavilion during the Venice Biennale, highlighting political tensions amid ongoing scrutiny of Russian market activities.
The U.S. Department of State has authorized a potential $373.6M sale of JDAM-ER kits to Ukraine, enhancing the range and precision of air-delivered bombs amid ongoing conflict.
Despite Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire starting May 6, Russian forces continued attacks in multiple regions, intensifying conflict ahead of Victory Day celebrations.
Germany accelerates development of long-range weapons after US declines to deploy Tomahawk missiles, aiming to counter Russian Iskander threats in Kaliningrad and reinforce European deterrence.
Germany will transfer an 84 MW gas-fired power plant, formerly serving Nord Stream, to Ukraine as humanitarian aid, aiding Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
The UK plans to join the EU's €90 billion credit program to enhance financial and military aid to Ukraine, with an announcement expected at the May 4 EPC summit.
Munich's ifo warns that US tariff hikes on EU cars and potential retaliatory duties could push Germany into recession by 2026, escalating trade tensions amid political disputes.