“This is a tissue” — Elysee Palace denies Russian fake about Macron’s drugs
Russian propaganda outlets falsely identified a tissue used by President Emmanuel Macron as a "packet of cocaine," prompting a direct response from the Elysee Palace.
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Türkiye says it’s ready to monitor potential Ukraine ceasefire
On 10 May, Turkish FM Hakan Fidan joined an online meeting with the “coalition of the willing,” and reaffirmed support for Ukraine's territorial integrity.
Zelenskyy and European leaders offer Russia 30-day ceasefire in call with Trump during
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and four European leaders proposed a 30-day complete ceasefire to Russia during a phone call with US President Donald Trump on 10 May.
“No one in our unit was allowed to be taken alive”: British veteran who fought in Ukraine says Russia uses ISIS torture tactics
British volunteer Macer Gifford, who fought on Ukraine’s side, says the cruelty of Russian soldiers forced his unit to adopt a strict rule — never be taken prisoner alive.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1162: Russia and North Korea to build bridge connection, burn bodies of killed North Korean troops
The United States declared North Korea "responsible" for Russia's war against Ukraine, calling for an immediate end to North Korean troop deployments. South Korean intelligence reported that North Korean forces suffered 4,700 casualties including 600 deaths.
The Times: “Coalition of the willing” for Ukraine struggles to materialize amid Europe hesitation
The "coalition of the willing" formed in March 2025 to support Ukraine's security amid Russian aggression is facing a critical shortage of actual willing participants apart from mainly the UK and France.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1160: Russia offers Victory Day truce, build forces near Finland’s border and officially admits North Korean involvement
Vladimir Putin announced a three-day "truce" from 7-10 May to mark Victory Day's 80th anniversary, though Ukraine recorded nearly 3,000 violations during a previous Easter ceasefire. Ukraine countered with a proposal for an immediate 30-day ceasefire, while rejecting Russian demands for NATO ban and recognition of annexed territories.
British “coalition of the willing” troops in Ukraine will train, not fight
British Defense Minister John Healey also rejected proposals to exempt British personnel from the European Convention on Human Rights despite concerns about potential Russian legal challenges.
Telegraph: US privately offered to provide security guarantees for Sir Keir Starmer’s “coalition of the willing”
The United States has offered to provide critical intelligence and logistical support to back a European military presence in Ukraine following any peace agreement.
Merz plans Ukraine trip for coalition of the willing summit in May
The German chancellor-in-waiting prepares the visit for 9 May, as the Kremlin threatens him after Merz supported future Taurus missile supplies to Kyiv.
Latvian defense minister: Europe “can do a lot” with its 2 million soldiers for Ukraine peacekeeping
Latvia is ready to contribute forces while emphasizing the importance of not weakening its own defenses against Russia.
Only 6 of 30 “coalition of willing” countries ready to send peacekeepers to Ukraine
The Netherlands and Sweden noted that the mandate and the goals of a possible mission are unclear.
UK, Norway unveil $580 million joint drone funding package
Additionally, Germany is going to supply more drones, air defense systems, and ammunition.
“Peace cannot be secured by ignoring war”: Healey outlines post-peace plan for 30-nation security force for Ukraine
With 200 military planners from 30 nations already developing operational frameworks, the Coalition of the Willing aims to transform from a planning body into a credible deterrent force capable of protecting Ukraine's sovereignty immediately after peace negotiations conclude.
Military delegation from “coalition of the willing” arrives in Ukraine
A meeting of representatives from France, the UK—leading the "coalition of the willing" delegation—and Ukraine begins in Kyiv to discuss the deployment of a military contingent.
UK PM Starmer says sanctions on Russia should increase, not weaken
He said Putin is "playing games" with peace talks, demanding sanctions be lifted first.
China denies reports of potential peacekeeping role in Ukraine
The Chinese Foreign Ministry rejects Welt’s claims that China participated in discussions about joining Ukraine peacekeeping operations, calling them completely false.
Trump’s Witkoff dismisses Starmer’s Ukraine ceasefire support plan
The envoy called Starmer's plan simplistic, praised Putin as "super smart" and "not a bad guy," and repeated Russian propaganda on Ukraine.
Welt: China considers joining potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine
Chinese diplomats approached EU officials about joining Ukraine peacekeeping forces, potentially increasing Russian acceptance of an international mission.
UK to host more talks on Ukraine ceasefire policing
In a call with European leaders, UK PM Starmer announced three extra days of military planning at Northwood, warning of Putin’s efforts to block peace proposals.