Ukraine
Borscht has been inscribed on the UNESCO Heritage List as a symbol of Ukrainian identity. In Ukraine, there are over 70 variations of preparing this legendary dish.
The share of Russians who consider TV their primary news source fell to 47% in 2024. A third of the country's population has stopped watching television altogether.
Ukraine is creating the Freya anti-ballistic shield and the FP-9 missile system. This will ensure full sovereignty in the sphere of security and deterrence of the aggressor.
In seven regions of Ukraine, power outages have been recorded for some consumers as a result of shelling and bad weather. Power engineers are working around the clock, and no outage schedules are being applied today.
Orlen has entered into negotiations to purchase a stake in Ukrnafta to strengthen its position. The company already supplies approximately 1.5 million tons of petroleum products to Ukraine.
As part of its support for Ukrainian defenders, the "Podorozhnyk" pharmacy chain regularly provides vehicles for their needs on the front lines and in front-line regions.
The World Bank has approved the SPIRIT project for $880 million to reform social protection. The program will cover over one million vulnerable categories of Ukrainian citizens.
In 2026, Trinity will be celebrated on May 31. Believers decorate their homes with greenery, visit churches, and avoid hard labor and quarrels on this day.
In Zaporizhzhia, a tenant killed the homeowner over debts and buried the body in the yard. Police have detained the suspect, who faces up to 15 years in prison.
The UN has for the first time included the troops of the Russian Federation and Israel in the list for sexual violence. Investigators confirmed hundreds of cases of abuse against Ukrainian prisoners.
Russian drones attacked three foreign vessels flying the flags of Vanuatu, Panama, and the Comoros. Two sailors were injured, but the maritime corridor remains operational.
Ursula von der Leyen condemned the Russian drone strike on a high-rise building in Romania. The EU is preparing the 21st package of sanctions against the aggressor.
On the night of May 29, the enemy launched 232 UAVs and a ballistic missile. Air defense forces neutralized 217 drones; hits by the missile and 14 unmanned aerial vehicles were recorded.
A Russian drone hit a residential building in Romania during an attack on Ukraine. NATO condemned Russia's actions and is strengthening its defense against aerial threats.
267 combat engagements occurred over the past day, with the most intense fighting in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors. The occupiers deployed over 7,800 drones and 269 guided aerial bombs.
On May 29, rain with thunderstorms and strong winds up to 20 m/s are expected in Ukraine. Daytime air temperatures will range from 13 to 18 degrees Celsius.
Over the past day, the AFU destroyed 960 occupiers, two tanks, and 28 artillery systems. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the invasion have reached 1,361,070 personnel.
In Galați, a Russian drone struck a high-rise building, injuring two people. Due to the incident, Romania scrambled F-16 fighter jets.
The world marks the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, Everest Day, and World Digestive Health Day. The Church honors Theodosia of Tyre, and in daily life, Biscuit Day is celebrated.
GDLS has called the RCH 155 artillery module a combat-proven solution. This indicates the likely use of the 54 units ordered by Ukraine at the front.
In the city of Galați, a drone struck a residential building, causing a fire and injuring two people. This is the first case involving casualties on the territory of a NATO country.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for a ceasefire due to the escalation of the conflict. In the first four months of 2026, 815 civilians have been killed in Ukraine.
The ATESH movement recorded explosions in Donetsk and Mariupol during a drone attack. Power outages occurred in several cities due to strikes on energy infrastructure.
The Icelandic Parliament has approved a referendum on joining the EU for August 29. The final terms of membership will subsequently be put to a separate nationwide vote.
The Lithuanian government is considering a ban on citizens of the Russian Federation and Belarus from participating in sports and scientific events. This would allow for references to national security.
Russia is installing EW systems on Shaheds to suppress Ukrainian interceptor drones. The modernized drones are already attacking critical infrastructure.
On May 28, ZNPP was without communication for 12 hours due to hostilities. Grossi reported drone strikes and a halt in fuel supplies for the plant's systems.
Sweden has begun training Ukrainian pilots on Gripen and is preparing the transfer of aircraft with Meteor missiles. The training program will expand as early as this autumn.
19-year-old Karpaty goalkeeper Nazar Domchak has moved to Slavia Prague. The contract is signed until 2031, and the buyout fee amounted to 5 million euros.
Richard Blumenthal hopes for a positive US response regarding the request for air defense. Zelenskyy sent a letter to Trump and Congress about strengthening sky protection.