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Denys Shmyhal discussed with the OECD Secretary-General the strengthening of cooperation for Ukraine's integration. In two years, Kyiv has joined eight legal instruments of the organization.

The global economy is experiencing its weakest growth since the COVID-19 pandemic due to Trump's trade policies. The OECD has lowered growth forecasts for many G20 countries.

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.

Northern Irish designer Jonathan Anderson has become the creative director of Dior's women's line, heading the ready-to-wear, haute couture and accessories collections. He will also manage the men's line.

In France, two people died and 192 were injured during the celebration of PSG's victory in the Champions League. Police arrested over 500 people due to clashes and riots.

Lindsey Graham seeks to impose sanctions on Russia before the G7 summit to send a signal to China. He emphasizes that sanctions will force China to stop the war.

American Senator Lindsey Graham stated that he would call on European partners to lower the price ceiling on oil. According to him, Ukraine will not lose this war.

Senator Blumenthal announced the possibility of the US introducing tariffs of 500% for countries buying Russian oil, including India and China. This will be the Senate's response to the continuation of energy trade with Russia.

In Paris, 5,400 police officers will monitor order during the Champions League final. Local authorities fear unrest due to possible actions by PSG fans.

Former "Oleksandria" coach Ruslan Rotan signed a contract with "Polissia" until 2028. The club also terminated cooperation with the previous coach Imad Ashur.

After reaching an all-time high of $110,000, Bitcoin has entered a sideways trend phase. Market sentiment is changing and traders are becoming more cautious.

Napoleon Bonaparte artifacts from a private collection will be exhibited at Sotheby's auction. Among the lots are a bicorne, a heraldic sword and personal relics of the emperor.

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.

A Paris court has handed down verdicts to 8 defendants in the theft of Kim Kardashian's $6 million worth of jewelry in 2016. Although they were found guilty, none of the robbers will go to jail.

The bust of Jim Morrison, stolen from his grave in the Père Lachaise cemetery, was accidentally found by French police during a search. It was covered in graffiti and had a damaged nose.

May 20 is the day of the metrologist, traumatologist, bank employee and bees. The memory of the holy martyr Talalei, who selflessly treated patients, is honored.

Testosterone was found in Maryna Bekh-Romanchuk's doping sample, which led to her suspension from competition. The athlete will not be able to compete at the Diamond League stage in Doha.

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.