Tbilisi did not sign the agreement on the committee of the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. Georgia's Foreign Minister explained this by citing additional risks for the country.
A plane crashed in Limburgerhof, killing two people on board. Debris fell on a residential area; residents of the houses miraculously escaped injury.
Danish authorities have confirmed the death of Timmy the humpback whale, who had previously been rescued in Germany. The animal was identified by a tracker found on its body.
Rutte will discuss investments in air defense and missiles with defense companies. The goal is to strengthen Europe and demonstrate to Donald Trump a readiness for spending.
Hegseth canceled the deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland and a battalion to Germany. The Pentagon is halting new forces instead of withdrawing already stationed troops.
The US has canceled the rotation of 4,000 troops in Poland. Warsaw claims the changes are logistical in nature and point to a possible transition to a permanent US presence.
43-year-old Serhiy N. was detained in Spain and handed over to German law enforcement. He was collecting data on German facilities for potential Russian attacks.
Stubb stated that the US needs NATO due to its proximity to Russia's nuclear weapons on the Kola Peninsula. They are aimed at New York and Washington.
Chancellor Merz stated that the Russian attacks indicate a choice of escalation over diplomacy. He emphasized the readiness of Kyiv and its partners for negotiations on a just peace.
The second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 will take place in Vienna, where LELÉKA will perform under number 12. Bookmakers estimate Ukraine's chances of reaching the final at 94%.
Zelenskyy discussed the Drone Deals format and the strengthening of air defense with German representatives. A 90 billion euro loan will be directed toward the production of Ukrainian drones.
Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz called the Russian attacks on May 14 proof of the Kremlin's insincerity regarding peace statements. He rejected the proposal to involve Gerhard Schröder in the negotiation process.
Fire Point will launch dozens of satellites in 2027 and scale up rocket production. According to the company's chief designer, Shtilerman, two satellites have already been launched this year.
The US Army has canceled the deployment of 4,000 soldiers from the 2nd Brigade of the 1st Cavalry Division to Poland. Equipment and some of the troops were already en route.
Heathrow, Charles de Gaulle, and Frankfurt are among the world's top ten polluters. Dubai International Airport was recognized as the most environmentally hazardous.
The first ten Eurovision finalists have been selected in Vienna. Ukrainian artist Leleka will perform in the second semi-final on May 14.
The first semi-final of Eurovision has started in Vienna, where 15 artists are competing for 10 spots in the final. Representatives from Italy and Germany will also perform.
Fifteen artists will perform in the first semi-final. Five countries are boycotting the contest due to Israel, while organizers have changed the voting rules and tightened security.
Boris Pistorius visited air defense positions and observed the operations of mobile groups. Ukraine shoots down approximately 90% of enemy drones and 80% of cruise missiles.
Germany emphasizes that the goal of such support is to strengthen Ukraine's position in potential peace negotiations.
Germany is involving private investors in financing the Ukrainian defense sector. The German Ministry of Defense has held talks with banks and funds.
Boris Pistorius called Ukraine a strategic partner of Germany in the defense sector. The countries are planning joint projects and further supplies of weaponry.
Pistorius called Putin's statements on peace a possible deception to cover up the weakness of the Russian army. ISW notes that the Kremlin has no intention of ending the war against Ukraine.
The EU is preparing the 21st package of sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet, banks, and military-industrial complex. New restrictions are planned to be presented in early summer to increase pressure.
Kallas rejected Schröder's candidacy as an EU negotiator due to his ties with the Russian Federation. She called Putin's ceasefire proposal cynical.
Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Ukraine is categorically against the participation of Gerhard Schröder in negotiations with the Russian Federation. He announced this during his visit to Brussels.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has arrived in Kyiv on an unannounced visit. The parties will discuss the joint development of advanced unmanned systems.
Twenty-six people of various nationalities, including Ukrainians, were evacuated from the MV Hondius vessel due to a hantavirus outbreak. The passengers were sent into strict quarantine.
Christian Schmidt is stepping down as High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina after five years in office. He will remain in the role until a successor is appointed.
The SPD is ready to examine Putin's proposal to involve Schröder in negotiations. The German government considers such a Kremlin initiative to be fictitious.
