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Donald Trump commented on Macron's marriage after a video of his wife shoving him in the face, advising him to "keep the door closed. " He assured that Macron is fine.
Banksy presented a new work on May 29 on Instagram, without specifying the location. Graffiti with a lighthouse and an inscription was found on Felix Frezier Street in Marseille.
Jan Lipavský stated that in regions where Russia borders NATO countries, there is no war, unlike other regions where conflicts are taking place. Kellogg previously said that Russia's concern about NATO expansion is understandable.
Russia demands guarantees from the West that NATO will not expand eastward as a condition for ending the war. Kellogg called it a "fair concern", but Ukraine's accession to the Alliance is not being discussed.
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 administration of US President Donald Trump intends to create a Remigration Office to deport unassimilated foreigners. This step has provoked criticism and accusations of supporting a policy of ethnic cleansing.
In France, smoking will be banned from July 1 in places where children may be present: on beaches, in parks, near schools and at bus stops. Violators face a fine of up to €135.
Artist Banksy has unveiled a new work on Instagram. The photo shows a lighthouse painted on a wall, and the words: "I want to be who you saw me as."
Security advisors from the US, France, Germany, and Britain will be present at the peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on June 2. Russia has still not provided its version of the memorandum.
Andriy Yermak had a conversation with advisors to the leaders of Great Britain, Germany, France and Italy. He emphasized the importance of the presence of the United States and Europe at the negotiating table.
In the second half of 2024, electricity prices for households increased in 10 EU countries and decreased in 14. The largest increase was in Portugal, and the largest decrease was in Latvia.
France has begun a large-scale reconstruction of the Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur airbase worth $1. 7 billion. This is being done to accommodate the latest Rafale fighters and ASN4G missiles with nuclear capabilities.
Mykhailo Podolyak stated that starting a genocidal war against Ukraine is madness. The goal of the bombings of cities is to exhaust air defense, forcing a choice between protecting civilians and military personnel.
Lavrov reacted to Merz's words about the transfer of long-range missiles to Ukraine. According to him, Germany is moving towards collapse, as it was before.
Telegram plans to raise $1. 5 billion in bonds, despite Pavel Durov's legal problems in France. Investors, including BlackRock and Mubadala, are ready to support the company.
A French gym mocked the incident with Macron in Vietnam, where Brigitte allegedly slapped him. They put up a banner calling for registration for self-defense courses.
Scientists have discovered 20,000-year-old whale bone tools in Spain. The find indicates a close connection between ancient people and the marine environment.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine's allies have lifted restrictions on strikes deep into Russia. This has given Ukraine more opportunities to defend itself by attacking military positions in Russia.
A coffee shop with piglets has opened in the Dniprovskyi district of Kyiv, sparking discussions about animal exploitation. The owners assure that they take care of the animals, but animal rights activists have filed a statement with the police.
Most beaches are planned to be opened in Odesa and the region. There is also high demand for recreation in the Carpathians, Zakarpattia, and Bukovel.
Latvia has sent 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine as part of an international coalition. Two Latvian companies will supply 12,000 drones within six months.
In April 2025, Tesla's sales in Europe fell by 49% due to competition from BYD and Musk's political position. The market is falling in key EU countries.
The German Foreign Minister has rejected criticism from Russia regarding the permission for Ukraine to strike targets on Russian territory. He stated that Germany will support Ukraine in its fight against the aggressor.
The ISW believes that the Russian Federation is trying to convince the West to stop military support for Ukraine. Permission to strike the Russian Federation threatens the ability to continue strikes on Ukraine.
French President Emmanuel Macron said that the video with his wife, where she allegedly slaps him, was a joke. He added that the incident was exaggerated by pro-Russian media.
French President Emmanuel Macron said that Donald Trump is aware of Putin's lies about peaceful intentions in Ukraine. Macron called for a lasting ceasefire and the establishment of a deadline for action.
From September, Estonian schoolchildren aged 16-17 will receive personal AI accounts as part of the "AI Leap" program. By 2027, 58,000 students and 5,000 teachers will have access.
French-German director Marcel Ophüls has died at the age of 97. He is known for the film "The Sorrow and the Pity," which debunked the myth of French resistance to the Nazis.
At the IIHF Congress in Stockholm, it was decided that Russia will not participate in the 2026 Olympic ice hockey tournament. Belarus is also suspended; its place will be taken by France.
The Netherlands has sent the last promised F-16 fighter jet to Ukraine. Ukrainian pilots are undergoing training in Romania, where the Netherlands has transferred 18 aircraft.