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Students in Serbia continue civil disobedience actions and blocking roads in Belgrade and other cities, demanding elections. The police resist, using force and detaining activists, but the protesters are determined to continue actions until their demands are met.
The Ukrainian men's national volleyball team secured its fifth victory in the 2025 Nations League, defeating Bulgaria 3:1. This victory moved the team to fifth place in the standings, and they continue to compete for the playoffs.
In the Serbian capital, Belgrade, clashes between protesters and police occurred during an anti-government rally, resulting in the arrest of nearly 80 people. Tens of thousands of people demanded early elections and the removal of President Aleksandar Vučić.
In Belgrade, students and the opposition are blocking the center, demanding early elections and Vučić's resignation. The protests are caused by the tragedy in Novi Sad and suspicions of government corruption.
Investigators have identified 12 Czech companies that supplied Russia with machine tools for weapons production worth millions of dollars in 2023-2024, mostly through circumvention routes. This came after Zelenskyy's statement about the participation of Czech firms in the Russian military-industrial complex.
Donald Trump said his promise to end the war in Ukraine in a day was sarcastic. He added that the war turned out to be more complicated than anyone could have imagined.
The European Parliament and the Council of the EU have agreed on a reform of the visa-free suspension mechanism. Israel and Serbia are the first at risk due to accusations of human rights violations.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized a visit of foreign diplomats to the site of the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv. Representatives of more than 60 missions saw the consequences of Russian terror in Ukraine.
Donald Trump said that Israel and Iran should conclude a peace agreement, as he reconciled India with Pakistan. According to him, he also prevented a war between Serbia and Kosovo.
Indian billionaire Sanjay Kapoor dies in Britain after swallowing a bee while playing polo. The likely cause of death is anaphylactic shock, which led to a heart attack.
During the Ukraine - Southeast Europe summit, additional defense packages from some countries were confirmed. Support for Ukraine's energy resilience was also discussed.
Zelenskyy held a meeting with Vučić, thanked him for supporting Ukraine, and invited Serbia to rebuild the country. Vučić assured of support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
Serbian President Vucic did not sign the summit declaration condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Other leaders of Southeast European countries reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and condemned the war.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has stated the country's readiness to participate in the reconstruction of one or two Ukrainian settlements. This became known during the Ukraine - Southeast Europe summit.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will visit Ukraine on June 11. He will participate in the Ukraine - Southeast Europe summit, despite his pro-Russian stance.
On June 8, the Nations League final will take place in Munich, where Portugal will meet Spain. Both teams confidently made their way to the final, having overcome serious opponents.
The Russian Federation is actively buying up Soviet-made parts all over the world in order to prevent them from reaching Ukraine.
An explosion occurred at the "Krušik" defense plant in Serbia during pentrite pressing operations. Five workers were injured and hospitalized for medical assistance.
The President of Serbia stated that he would not fulfill contracts if there is a suspicion that weapons will end up in Ukraine. Earlier, the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service reported on the supply of ammunition to Kyiv by Serbia.
EU Foreign Minister Kaya Kallas stated that Serbia must implement real reforms, including in the fight against corruption, in order to move towards the EU. In addition, the European Union criticizes the country's authorities for strengthening ties with Russia.
The Presidents of Ukraine and Serbia agreed on the development of cooperation in the format Ukraine – South-Eastern Europe. They also agreed on a schedule of further contacts to increase the effectiveness of interaction.
The organizers of Wimbledon-2025 have announced the list of participants, which includes five Ukrainians: Svitolina, Kostyuk, Yastremska, Kalinina and Starodubtseva. The tournament will be held from June 30 to July 13.
The President of the European Council, António Costa, announced the relaunch of the EU enlargement process in the Western Balkans. He confirmed the requirement for candidate countries to implement reforms to meet EU standards.
The Presidents of France and Poland criticized politicians for supporting Russia at the parade in Moscow on May 9, calling it a disgrace and a refusal to see the truth about the war in Ukraine.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed a demarche to the heads of diplomatic missions of countries whose leaders were at the parade in Moscow. Presence at the parade is regarded as an unfriendly step, support for Russia's aggression.
Ukraine leads in the export of frozen raspberries and has increased the supply of blueberries. Scientists have created over 170 varieties of berries to protect the harvest.
Putin minimally mentioned the war at the parade in Moscow, expressing solidarity with the Russian military. He emphasized the importance of the unity of Russians in "military and peaceful affairs."
The President of Serbia and the Prime Minister of Slovakia held a fraternal meeting in Moscow, where they discussed important issues. Both politicians arrived on the eve of the May 9 parade, despite warnings from the EU.
On the eve of the May 9 parade in Moscow, the President of Ukraine stated that it would be a parade of cynicism and lies.
Serbian President Vucic visited Moscow on the eve of the May 9 parade, despite warnings about the risks to Serbia's accession to the EU. Vucic said he is ready to take personal responsibility for this visit.