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Talks between Leo XIV and J. D. Vance took place in the Vatican. They discussed cooperation between the Church and the state, issues of religious freedom, and the situation in Ukraine.

The European Commission is lowering its growth estimates for the bloc in 2025 due to the consequences of Trump's tariffs. Uncertainty has reached the level of the beginning of the pandemic, and an escalation of tensions could reduce growth and revive inflation.

A phone conversation between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump is planned and will take place in the near future.

Trump's son criticized for post about Biden's cancer with a hint of "conspiracy. " Social media users called the American president's son's posts "disgusting" and a display of disrespect and bad taste.

Russia planned to launch the RS-24 "Yars" intercontinental ballistic missile on May 19, but it probably did not take place. The reason may be technical malfunctions or unwillingness to demonstrate weakness.

Oil prices fell due to Moody's downgrade of the US rating and data on China's industrial slowdown. Negotiations between Iran and the US are also affecting prices.

The US House of Representatives is considering Trump's budget bill, which includes tax and spending cuts. The document makes Trump's tax breaks permanent and increases military spending.

Russia is strengthening bases and building infrastructure near the border with Finland. Finnish military officials predict an increase in Russian troops after the war in Ukraine.

Giorgia Meloni met with the US Vice President and the head of the European Commission against the background of trade tensions. Italy is acting as a mediator to restore Western unity.

Emmanuel Macron called on Vladimir Putin to accept Donald Trump's proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. The leaders of the countries discussed this issue on the eve of Trump's conversation with Putin.

Putin believes in the offensive until the end of the year and will not make concessions to Trump. Europe is trying to convince Trump not to make a deal on terms unfavorable to Ukraine.

The US, along with Europe, will strengthen sanctions against Russia if Putin does not conduct peace talks with Ukraine. According to US Treasury Secretary Bessent, Washington's previous sanctions against the Russian Federation have proven ineffective.

The German Chancellor is trying to reconcile Italy and France over Meloni's exclusion from the meeting on Ukraine. Macron accused her of spreading false information.

British Prime Minister discussed the war in Ukraine with the leaders of the USA, Italy, France and Germany. The discussion focused on a ceasefire and sanctions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to negotiate.

Donald Trump expressed his wishes for a speedy recovery to Joe Biden after he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The US President and his wife Melania are saddened by this news.

The Kremlin is trying to create the impression of a strong Russian military advantage before Putin's conversation with Trump. ISW analysts believe this is being done to divert attention from the problems of the Russian Federation.

The meeting took place against the background of concerns about Trump's planned conversation with Putin, where the conditions for ending the war in Ukraine will be discussed. Zelenskyy seeks to avoid imposing unacceptable conditions.

The US presented a 22-point peace plan in Istanbul, the first of which is a ceasefire, Trump's special representative said.

Volodymyr Zelensky sent Donald Trump a letter with proposals for cooperation in the defense industry and trade. He thanked the United States for supporting Ukraine and its efforts to end the war.

Steve Vitkoff stated that Trump's conversation with Putin will determine where the negotiating parties are. Trump plans to speak with Zelensky and NATO allies after his conversation with Putin.

In Rome, Zelenskyy met with representatives from the US and Europe. The cessation of the war in Ukraine was discussed ahead of Trump's talks with Putin and NATO leaders.

German Chancellor Merz announced plans to discuss the upcoming conversation with Putin with Trump. He spoke about this with Rubio and Zelensky in preparation for the negotiations.

In the Vatican, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Vice President Pence for the first time after their dispute in the White House. It happened at the enthronement of the Pope.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the continuation of pressure on Russia due to its aggression in Ukraine. He also called on Italy to take a more active part in European efforts.

The US Secretary of State announced Trump's desire to negotiate with Putin to resolve the stalemate in relations. Agreement on the details of the meeting is expected in the near future.

Olena Zelenska said that the meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump was a difficult test. Despite this, the President of Ukraine withstood the tense conversation with dignity.

Dmitry Peskov confirmed the preparation of the conversation between Putin and Trump, which was announced by the head of the White House. Trump also plans to negotiate with Zelensky and NATO leaders on May 19.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called for an end to the war after speaking with Lavrov. The U.S. presented a peace plan and supported the prisoner exchange reached in Istanbul.

Radosław Sikorski stated that NATO was created to deter Russia, and by 2030 the allies will become stronger. He emphasized that Putin "woke up the giant".

According to media reports, Russia demands that Ukraine renounce territories and reparations, and stated that a ceasefire is possible only after the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from 4 regions that Russia considers its own.