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The US State Department has approved the sale of Javelin missiles and equipment to Estonia for $296 million. The contract includes 800 missiles and 84 launchers to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

NFL legend Tom Brady is considering playing for the US national flag football team at the 2028 Olympics. The seven-time champion is aiming for Olympic gold and the title of GOAT.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that "Nord Stream-2" will not receive a license for exploitation. The German government is ready to counteract attempts to restore the project after the damage.

A fire broke out in a data center rented by Elon Musk's company X. The fire started in the battery room, the fire did not spread, but the room was heavily smoke-filled.

Western leaders see the Vatican as a place for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. However, the Kremlin insists on Istanbul and accuses Ukraine of delaying the peace process.

The Trump administration is considering withdrawing thousands of troops from South Korea. The Pentagon is developing a plan to move about 4,500 troops to other locations.

The Russian military-industrial complex plant "Energiya" in the Lipetsk region, which supplied power elements for UAVs and other equipment of the Russian army, was attacked by drones. Due to the attack, the plant is suspending its operations.

Daniel Williams and Dave Shapiro died in a plane crash that burned a residential neighborhood. The Devil Wears Prada honored the former drummer.

Alexander Stubb stated that the future of Ukraine is key to the security of Europe and stability in the Middle East. This issue was discussed during a meeting with the President of Cyprus.

On May 23, we celebrate the Day of the Marine Corps of Ukraine and honor the heroes who fought for the freedom of Ukraine. Also, it is the International Day for the Elimination of Obstetric Fistula.

Donald Trump plans to attend the NATO summit in The Hague, according to the Dutch Prime Minister. The summit will focus on increasing Alliance members' spending on military needs.

In 2025, the number of civilian deaths and injuries as a result of Russian attacks in Ukraine exceeded the figures for 2024. HRW calls for pressure on Russia to stop the attacks.

The United States of America is calling on the North Atlantic Alliance to develop specific measures to achieve the target defense spending of 5% of output. Special attention should be paid to the development of "hard defense capabilities".

The Trump administration stopped admitting foreign students to Harvard University. This happened after disputes over the legality of the Department of Homeland Security's request for records.

Putin's statements about a "buffer zone" show that he is the root cause of the war, the Foreign Ministry said. Ukraine is conducting the "Kursk Operation."

Italy fully supports EU efforts to stop importing Russian gas by 2027. The country has already achieved energy independence from Russia by minimizing gas imports.

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is interested in ending the war and is ready for quick steps. We need a mirror readiness from Russia, which is currently lacking.

A private plane crashed in San Diego, setting houses and cars on fire. Several people on board were killed, but no one on the ground was injured.

Real Madrid legend Luka Modrić will leave the club after the Club World Cup in the USA. The Croatian has played for "the Whites" since 2012 and has won 28 trophies.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine had a telephone conversation with the commander of the Security Assistance Group - Ukraine, Curtis Buzzard. They discussed the dynamics of combat operations and the short-term plans of the Russian invaders.

The government of Greenland has granted a 30-year license for the development of an aluminum-bearing deposit to a consortium involving a French company and investment funds from Denmark and Greenland. Extraction will begin in 5 years.

Germany is increasing its military presence in Lithuania, expanding its tank brigade to 5,000 troops by 2027. This is a response to Russian aggression and the strengthening of NATO's eastern flank.

Governments are forced to cut spending due to the high cost of long-term borrowing. Also, rising rates affect lending to businesses and households. Their opportunities are limited.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he cannot confirm reports that Trump told European leaders that Putin does not want to end the war in Ukraine. The situation is complicated, there will be no peace.

A small Cessna 550 plane crashed on the outskirts of San Diego due to fog, causing a fire in 15 houses. Rescuers are evacuating residents, information about casualties is being clarified.

Karol Nawrocki considers such an approach senseless and warns against a direct conflict between NATO and Russia. Tusk called Nawrocki's position on refusing Ukraine's accession to NATO mortally dangerous.

Ukraine plans to introduce a mechanism by which parents can determine future guardians for their children. This will help protect the rights of the child in case of loss of parents.

House passes Trump tax cut bill. The bill would extend 2017 tax breaks and create new ones, but could increase the deficit.

Texas regulators have warned of the risk of an environmental disaster due to excessive wastewater disposal in the Permian Basin. This could lead to the cessation of oil production.

Ukraine and Russia do not yet have agreements on further meetings. According to Peskov, work is underway to implement the agreements reached in Istanbul.