Paris
In Paris, an attack was carried out on the daughter of the head of the Paymium crypto platform. The attackers wanted to kidnap the woman in order to seize her father's fortune, but met with desperate resistance.
Kim Kardashian attended court in Paris wearing a $3 million diamond necklace to testify in the 2016 robbery case. Back then, she had $10 million worth of jewelry stolen.
Kim Kardashian will appear in court in Paris in the case of the theft of her jewelry in 2016. She will testify against a gang of 10 people accused of the robbery.
Zakharova said the West is seeking a 30-day ceasefire so that Kyiv can restore its military potential. She mentioned the "Minsk agreements", which, according to her, Kyiv was not going to implement.
In Paris, 43 people were detained after the "PSG" match with "Arsenal". Fans were celebrating the team's entry into the Champions League final, clashes occurred, and three people were injured.
In the return leg of the Champions League semi-final, PSG defeated Arsenal with a score of 2:1. In the tournament final, the Parisians will meet Inter Milan on May 31 in Munich.
Friedrich Merz announced a visit to Ukraine and stressed the need for coordination of support between Berlin and Paris. He also emphasized the key role of the United States in ending the war.
The new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with French President Emmanuel Macron during his first foreign trip. Merz seeks a reset of relations with France and Poland.
Friedrich Merz has been elected Chancellor of Germany. The NATO Secretary General and EU leaders congratulated him, emphasizing the importance of leadership for European security and cooperation between countries.
Ukraine has prepared roadmaps in the areas of the rule of law and anti-corruption. They will soon be submitted to the government for consideration for further advancement to the EU.
On the embankment of the Île Saint-Louis, a fisherman pulled a monster catfish out of the Seine. French comedian Jamel Debbouze, who was passing by, witnessed the fisherman's fight with the huge fish.
In 2025, France plans to produce 1,200 AASM Hammer aircraft bombs for Ukraine, which is almost twice as much as in 2024. These bombs are high-precision weapons adapted to Ukrainian MiGs and Sus.
Andriy Sybiga announced expectations for further active participation of the USA in peace efforts. Ukraine has accepted the proposal for an unconditional ceasefire and calls on the world to put pressure on Russia.
Due to an excess of solar energy, electricity prices in Germany will fall below zero on May 1. Green energy is expected to meet 99% of demand.
France has officially accused Russian intelligence services of a series of cyberattacks that have been ongoing since 2021. The attacks targeted the aerospace, financial sectors and other important facilities.
"PSG" defeated "Arsenal" in the first Champions League semi-final thanks to a quick goal by Ousmane Dembele. The return match will take place on May 7.
Entrance exams to the Master's program EVI and EFVV can be taken abroad. Registration will last from May 2 to May 23, additional period - June 16-17.
In Rome, Zelenskyy met with Starmer, discussing steps for a ceasefire and security guarantees. The leaders agreed to continue working within the coalition of willing countries.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will urge the Trump administration not to impose a peace agreement on Ukraine that would appease Putin. He will stress that this will increase the threat to Europe.
The US may offer to recognize Crimea as Russian and freeze the front line for a peace agreement. In exchange for a ceasefire, Russia will receive sanctions relief, and Ukraine will receive security guarantees and reconstruction.
Emmanuel Macron is discussing the possibility of early elections with his entourage. This may give Marine Le Pen's party a chance to increase its influence and possibly lead the government.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the American flag to be lowered at the White House in honor of the late Pope Francis. Funeral arrangements will last nine days.
Security measures are being strengthened in Rome in connection with the funeral of Pope Francis. A ban on flights of aircraft over the city will be introduced during the farewell to the pontiff.
Paris is honoring the memory of Pope Francis by turning off the lighting of the Eiffel Tower on Monday evening. Mayor Anne Hidalgo announced this decision after the Pope's death on April 21, 2025, in the Vatican at the age of 88.
Suspects in the 2016 robbery of Kim Kardashian in Paris for 10 million euros will face trial soon. The men, aged 69 and 71, known as "grandpa robbers", are awaiting sentencing in May.
Russia announced an "Easter truce" but immediately continued offensive operations and shelling, indicating its violation. According to ISW, the Russian Federation is likely using this for manipulation and seeking to earn US favor.
It was reported that the Minister of Defense of Ukraine supports Trump's peace plan by 90%. The Ministry of Defense refuted this statement, emphasizing that the agency does not make political decisions and cannot give percentage evaluations.
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov informed the USA that Ukraine 90% supports President Donald Trump's peace plan. The decisive step is now up to Russia, while a decision on a complete ceasefire is being prepared in London.
The United States has developed a draft concept for monitoring compliance with the ceasefire in Ukraine. It was presented on April 17 in Paris at a meeting with Ukraine and partners, but only if there is an agreement with Russia.
According to Axios, US Secretary of State Rubio's threats in Paris to withdraw from the talks were aimed at Ukraine, not Russia. He conveyed Trump's impatience for progress without mentioning pressure on the Russian Federation.