United Nations
Annalena Baerbock has been elected President of the UN General Assembly. She was supported by 167 member states, promising to be an "honest mediator".
June 1 is Milk Day. UNN has prepared recipes for milkshakes: classic with ice cream, banana with cinnamon, and chocolate with nuts and marshmallows.
According to Gaza authorities, at least 30 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli attack near a food aid distribution point. Israeli forces opened fire on people trying to get aid.
Ukraine celebrates the Day of Local Industry Workers and the International Day of Water Body Cleanup. Also today is World Parents' and Milk Day, and Cancer Survivor Day.
The UN stated that the situation in Gaza is the worst since the beginning of the war, despite the resumption of limited humanitarian aid supplies. Israel accuses Hamas of stealing aid.
The UN demands a 20% staff reduction to overcome the financial deficit. Layoffs will occur in many departments, including humanitarian and refugee support offices.
Nebenzya stated that Russia is ready to consider a ceasefire on the condition that mobilization in Ukraine is stopped and the supply of weapons from the West is ceased. Sybiha called this rhetoric a slap in the face to everyone who advocates for peace.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi stated about the instability of the situation with the power supply to the ZNPP. The station depends on a single 750 kV line for cooling nuclear fuel.
A senior Hamas official has said the group rejects the US proposal for a truce and the release of hostages. Israel has agreed to the plan, but Hamas is demanding an end to the war.
Polish President Andrzej Duda awarded Kyrylo Budanov the Gold Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit to Poland. Vadym Skibitsky was also awarded the Knight's Cross.
The next round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place on June 2 in Istanbul. Ukraine expects a "memorandum" from Russia with a vision for a ceasefire for discussion.
The UN Secretariat is preparing to cut its budget by $3. 7 billion by 20% and lay off about 6,900 employees. The reason is the financial crisis, in particular due to non-payment of contributions by the United States.
May 30 is International Potato Day, Steppe Day in Ukraine, Cat Hug Day and Women's Emancipation Day. Also, Orthodox Christians honor the memory of Isaac the Confessor.
The US may halt negotiations if Russia continues the war. Washington emphasizes that the current peace agreement is the best for Russia, and Putin must approve it.
Netanyahu has agreed to the US proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages. Hamas has confirmed receipt of the proposal and is studying it.
In Gaza, hungry people stormed a UN food warehouse due to a food crisis caused by the blockade. At least two people died, many were injured, and needs have "spiraled out of control."
May 29 marks the Ascension of the Lord, the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, and commemorates the conquest of Mount Everest. World Day of Cows and Digestive Health is also celebrated.
Russia uses the Zaporizhzhia NPP as a military base and a tool of blackmail, hindering the work of the IAEA mission. Ukraine calls for increased pressure on the Russian Federation to deoccupy the station.
The UN Commission has established that Russian forces committed crimes against humanity by attacking civilians with drones in Kherson region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.
The SBU has notified a Russian soldier of suspicion of shooting two captured Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk direction. He was taken prisoner after the battle, and now he faces life imprisonment.
Finland has initiated withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention due to Russia's growing aggression. The government has already submitted a relevant proposal to parliament, responding to threats from the Russian Federation.
Russia is holding Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians in 300 locations, including occupied territories and Belarus. No one has access to them, not even the Red Cross.
Tehran may allow US IAEA inspectors to visit its nuclear facilities if negotiations with Washington are successful. Iran has made significant progress in the development of nuclear energy.
The Minister of Energy of Ukraine stated that the attempts by the Russians to start the power units of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant could have dangerous consequences. He urged the IAEA to prevent a catastrophic scenario.
Global temperature may temporarily exceed 2°C in the next five years. The reason is the record concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
In Hong Kong, names were chosen for the first local panda cubs. According to the voting results, the babies were named Jia Jia and De De, which mean family happiness and success.
The trial of Maradona's doctors has been suspended due to doubts about the impartiality of the judge, who allegedly gave an interview to the media about the case. The possible removal of the judge could lead to a review of the process.
Since the beginning of the invasion, over 200 Ukrainian prisoners of war have died in Russian detention facilities. Examinations of the bodies have revealed numerous traces of violence, torture, and lack of medical care.
55-year-old Nepali Kami Rita made his 31st ascent of Everest, becoming a record holder. He first climbed the mountain in 1994, and his contribution helps Nepal gain worldwide recognition.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius allows the Bundeswehr to participate in peacekeeping forces in Ukraine if there is an international mandate and a ceasefire. The decision will be made on collective defense.