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Ukraine is preparing for changes in export policy due to the termination of EU preferences. It is planned to reduce the export of raw materials and increase domestic processing to increase profits.

Rustem Umerov discussed with his Norwegian counterpart, Tore Onshus Sandvik, the use of these funds, as well as the development of joint projects, particularly in the field of unmanned systems.

The cost of Ukrainian agricultural exports increased by 37. 4% and reached $432.7 per ton. The largest importers were Turkey, the Netherlands, Poland, Italy, and Egypt.

Five more countries have officially joined the Electronic Warfare Coalition, initiated by Ukraine and Germany. Germany has created a financial mechanism for the procurement of EW equipment.

Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof has announced the resignation of the government due to disagreements in the coalition over migration policy. This could lead to early elections in the country.

Far-right leader in the Netherlands, Geert Wilders, has announced his party's withdrawal from the coalition due to the refusal of partners to sign migration proposals. This decision could lead to the collapse of the Dutch government and new elections.

Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.

A lava flow from the crater has been recorded on the Sicilian volcano Etna. The tremor of the volcano has increased significantly, reaching high values, but it does not affect the operation of Catania airport.

According to India Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to miss the G7 summit due to domestic political circumstances. This will be the first missed G7 meeting since 2019.

An eruption with a pyroclastic flow occurred on the Italian Etna. The hot material did not go beyond the Valle del Leone, and Catania Airport is operating as usual.

Environmental activist Greta Thunberg has joined a flotilla heading to Gaza with humanitarian aid, despite the Israeli blockade. There are 11 people on board the ship, including Thunberg herself.

On the eve of negotiations with Russia, the Ukrainian delegation coordinated its positions with Germany, Italy, and Great Britain. They discussed a ceasefire, humanitarian measures, and a meeting of leaders.

The Italian national volleyball team has denied information about a possible friendly match with the Russian team in August. It is noted that the Italians are preparing for the 2025 World Cup, where they will play against Ukraine.

In a school geography textbook in Portugal, Crimea is classified as part of the Russian Federation. The head of the Union of Ukrainians, Pavlo Sadokha, called for the error to be corrected and emphasized the Russian narratives in the textbook.

The European Union plans to end funding for the COVID recovery fund, which was supposed to last until the end of 2026. This puts Italy, Spain and Poland, which are most dependent on these funds, at risk.

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.

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.

Pope Leo XIV called for prayer for peace in Ukraine, which is suffering from the shelling of civilians. He confirmed his readiness to host peace talks at the Vatican.

Sergei Lavrov announced preparations for a new round of negotiations with Ukraine. Turkey has confirmed its readiness to organize a meeting between the delegations.

American Senator Lindsey Graham addressed the Russians, stating that Putin is leading them into the abyss. He emphasized that Russia has become a rogue state because of Putin's actions.

The European Commission and the European Central Bank will give their consent for Bulgaria to join the Eurozone. This is expected to happen on January 1, 2026, making the country the 21st member of the currency union.

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.

Jeffrey Wood was sentenced to almost two years in prison for stealing the Churchill photograph "The Roaring Lion. " The thief pleaded guilty to theft and forgery.

Russia does not consider the Vatican as a neutral platform for negotiations with Ukraine. They propose Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman.

In the next two weeks, Russian propagandists will continue to discredit diplomacy. Narratives about the lack of support for Ukraine from the EU and the US and other fables will be spread.

Rescuers discovered the bodies of five skiers near the Swiss resort of Zermatt who had gone missing while climbing Mount Rimpfishhorn. An investigation into the incident has been launched.

The UN Monitoring Mission condemned the new wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine, emphasizing the risks to civilians. Italy and Finland are demanding a ceasefire, and Congress has called for "arming Ukraine to the teeth."

BMW introduced the Speedtop with a V8 and a unique design. Only 70 units will be produced for the wealthiest clients, the price is still unknown.

Ukrainian fencer Vlada Kharkova won a bronze medal at the World Cup stage in China. This is Ukraine's first individual award in women's épée in the last seven years.

The FBI conducted a large-scale operation against drug dealers in the darknet, arresting 270 people. 144 kg of fentanyl were seized, one kilogram of which is enough to kill 500,000 people.