One reading of law distances Georgia from approval of foreign agents legislation limiting freedom of speech
Activists fear that the law will curtail freedom of speech in line with Russia's agenda.
AP: Emmanuel Macron holds talks Xi Jinping amid spy, trade crises, and Russia’s war
Xi's visit to France signals an attempt to strengthen economic and political ties with the EU, with Xi pledging to suspend aid to Moscow.
Ukraine targets two Russian artillery units, downs a Kh-59 missile over past day
Ukrainian troops successfully repelled multiple Russian assaults while targeting artillery units and other military equipment.
Air Force: Russia amasses strategic missile reserve amid ongoing production for attacks on Ukraine
Russia has amassed nearly 40 hypersonic anti-ship Zircon missiles.
Ukrainian forces down 12 out of 13 Russian Shahed drones overnight
Despite Ukraine's effective interception of drones, the attack damaged power infrastructure. In many Ukrainian regions missiles, shelling, guided bombs led to casualties among civilians.
Recent Russian missile strikes caused over $ 1 billion in losses to Ukraine’s energy sector
While the energy system currently is working stable, the situation remains complex, the Ukrainian minister says.
Ukraine targets three Russian radar stations, two air defense systems over past day
On 5 May, Ukrainian forces continued repelling Russian attacks and targeting enemy personnel and military equipment.
La Repubblica: NATO may consider sending its troops to Ukraine if Russia crosses two red lines, sources say
NATO countries may potentially deploy troops to Ukraine in two cases, said the newspaper.
Xi Jinping begins first European tour in five years in France with Russia’s war, EU trade at top of his agenda
After a trip to France, Chinese President Xi Jinping will also visit Serbia and Hungary, the countries with close ties with Russia.
Ukraine downs 23 out of 24 Shahed drones overnight, launches investigation into Russia’s war crimes
The continuous assaults on Ukraine from Russian occupiers highlight the urgent need for bolstering Ukraine's air defense capabilities.
Russia’s non-participation in Switzerland peace summit is Ukraine’s firm position, says Zelenskyy’s top aide
The summit aims to revive international law principles to protect nations from aggressor states.
Ukraine seeks emergency assistance from EU countries amid Russian ballistic strikes
The Ukrainian state energy company has turned to neighboring countries for emergency power aid.
Ukraine sees 20% surge in agricultural trade after Polish blockade termination
The blockade initiated by Polish farmers was lifted in April 2024, after months of protests at the Ukrainian border, which severely disrupted military assistance and goods supplies, including essential drone parts for Ukraine.
Ukrainian deputy urges allies to impose taxes on Russian imports for country’s reconstruction
Ukraine plans to create a fund to gather various reparation sources and ensure compensation payments for its citizens.