Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan have signed a memorandum on uniting their energy systems, which will enable cooperation in the production and export of green energy to Europe.
36 people were killed and 30 injured after 23 cars were trapped under a pileup on a highway in China's Guangdong province.
The Russian occupation administration is forcibly evicting residents of Hola Prystan, Kokhaniv and Hladkivka in Kherson region, taking them by bus to temporary accommodation in overcrowded premises in the south of Kherson region and in Crimea, prohibiting them from taking large items with them to free up housing for Russian occupiers and employees.
On May 18, the Ministry of Defense will launch an electronic cabinet for persons liable for military service that will allow them to update their military records through a mobile application.
Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 470,870 personnel and 7,332 tanks.
Over the past day, 121 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline in Ukraine, during which the enemy launched 5 missile attacks, 63 air strikes and 72 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems.
During the day, Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia region 368 times, hitting 8 settlements with air strikes, drones, MLRS and artillery fire.
Over the last day, aviation and missile units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine struck at 1 enemy control center, 1 UAV ground control station and 8 places where enemy manpower was concentrated.
Colombia breaks off diplomatic relations with Israel over disagreements on Gaza, and President Petro calls Israeli actions in Gaza "genocide".
Republican Marjorie Taylor Green accused House Speaker Mike Johnson of colluding with Democrats and proposed a vote for his resignation, which is likely to fail because of Democratic support for Johnson.
Russian Defense Minister Shoigu called for an increase in the volume and quality of arms supplies to Russian troops to maintain the pace of their offensive in Ukraine.
Another horrific Russian ballistic missile attack on Odesa overnight damaged a warehouse, wounded 14 people, and underscored Ukraine's need for more powerful air defense systems.
Georgia is at a turning point: protests erupt in Tbilisi, with police using water cannons and pepper spray against demonstrators trying to break through the gates of the parliament, raising concerns about Georgia's European path among European Commission President von der Leyen.
At least 10 people have died and 21 are missing in the worst disaster in history caused by heavy rains in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul.
A Russian missile attack on Odesa damaged civilian infrastructure, sparking a massive fire that injured 14 people and required 68 rescuers to extinguish.
Turkey decides to join South Africa's case against Israel in the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza.
A concert by Russian singer Anna Netrebko in Switzerland was canceled due to pressure from cantonal authorities over concerns about public order and her controversial public perception, coinciding with an upcoming peace conference on Ukraine.
Ukraine has invited Azerbaijan to participate at the highest level in the International Peace Summit in Switzerland and the Conference on the Restoration of Ukraine in Berlin.
Ukrainian pilots are training to fly F-16s in Denmark, and NATO has released a video showing their training, while the Netherlands is providing additional F-16s for training in Romania.
Ukraine demands an investigation and action from the IOC after the Russian anthem was played for a "neutral" Russian athlete at the Vicenza Bende 2024 cycling race, in violation of IOC guidelines.
Jerry Heil and alyona alyona held the second rehearsal of their Eurovision performance "Teresa & Maria", demonstrating Jerry Heil's confident steps and fiery visuals.
As a result of the Russian strike on Odesa on May 1, one person was hospitalized, 12 others received medical care on the spot, civilian infrastructure was destroyed, and a large-scale fire broke out, which rescuers are fighting.
A mysterious large airborne platform, possibly a new American design of a bi-directional flying wing, has been spotted near Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
18 employees of Nova Poshta took shelter during a Russian missile strike on Odesa, about 900 parcels were damaged, but the company is providing the necessary assistance to them and their families.
Slovakia granted temporary protection to pro-Russian propagandist Artem Marchevsky, an ally of Viktor Medvedchuk.
The Russian army shelled Kherson, damaging residential buildings and a cell phone tower, while explosions were heard in the city without an air raid alert.
A Russian missile strike destroys a Nova Poshta sorting warehouse and office in Odesa, but there were no casualties; Nova Poshta fully compensates customers for the cost of damaged parcels.
The US, UK, and EU have been pressuring the UAE to crack down on companies evading Russian sanctions over the war in Ukraine by sharing trade data and preventing the export of dual-use goods that could contribute to Russia's military efforts.
At least 13 people were injured when a Russian ballistic missile struck Odesa, causing a massive fire at the crash site.
The draft law on the "white business club" by Danylo Hetmantsev, chairman of the Verkhovna Rada's tax committee, was criticized as a manual for milking businesses that are not on the privileged "white list," creating a favorable environment for corruption and discrimination against those who are not members.
