Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun called the FT report regarding criticism of Putin at the summit with the US false.
Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo expressed optimism regarding US arms sales. Washington is considering a new aid package worth $14 billion.
Due to Putin's rating falling to 65. 6%, VTsIOM introduced door-to-door surveys. The new methodology is based on fear and has already shown an artificial increase in the numbers.
In San Diego, two teenagers shot three people near a mosque and committed suicide. The FBI is investigating the incident as a potential hate crime.
The Pontiff will present the encyclical Magnifica Humanitas on artificial intelligence on May 25. Anthropic co-founder Christopher Olah will be a speaker at the event.
Oil prices dropped by 2% following Trump's statement on suspending the strike on Iran in favor of negotiations. The price of Brent fell to $109.84 per barrel.
The US State Department has approved the sale of 24 MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and AH-64E Apache upgrades to Seoul. The total value of the deal is $4.2 billion.
Iran proposes transferring 400 kg of enriched uranium to Russia and freezing its nuclear program. The US has allegedly agreed to lift oil sanctions against Tehran.
Xi Jinping told Trump that Putin might regret the invasion of Ukraine. The leaders also discussed cooperation against the International Criminal Court.
President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated that US military aggression against Cuba would lead to bloodshed. Havana denies the existence of any aggressive plans.
The President of Iran declared the protection of the people's rights and a refusal to surrender. Pakistan has conveyed Tehran's updated peace proposal to the United States for negotiations.
U. S. President Donald Trump canceled an attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies. This decision was made to facilitate serious negotiations.
1,700 tons of food and hygiene products from Mexico and Uruguay arrived in Havana. The aid will be distributed among children, the elderly, and vulnerable families.
The US Treasury Department has issued a 30-day license to receive Russian oil stranded at sea. This will help stabilize the market and limit purchases by China.
The US Treasury Department has extended the authorization to purchase Russian oil for 30 days. This is due to fuel shortages caused by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan has deployed 8,000 soldiers, fighter jets, and air defense systems to Saudi Arabia. The troops are operating under a defense pact amid escalating tensions with Iran.
Iran has responded to the US peace proposal through a Pakistani mediator. Tehran is demanding the payment of war reparations from Washington.
The EU plans to appoint a special representative for peace negotiations between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. Kaja Kallas and Mario Draghi are considered among the main candidates.
Tehran has established the PGSA body to insure vessels in the Strait of Hormuz for Bitcoin. The US and the UN oppose the introduction of these transit fees.
Russia is trying to organize the export of grain from Crimea, as well as its other economic exploitation, and involve entities from the US, as well as attract investment in Arctic projects. Ukraine will inform its partners about these schemes.
The Foreign Intelligence Service received data on the closure of 400 oil wells and the liquidation of 11 banks in the RF. The Russian budget deficit has already reached 80 billion dollars.
The expert reported a raiding attack on Fire Point, the company producing Flamingo missiles. The pressure could lead to a halt in the production of Ukrainian weaponry.
Meloni asks EU to exclude energy costs from budget deficit calculations. The reasons cited were the war in Ukraine and rising energy prices.
Three treatment centers are being opened in Congo due to an outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain, for which there are no vaccines. The WHO has declared an emergency.
Kremlin spokesperson Peskov stated that there is a pause in the peace process and an expectation of its resumption. He also expressed hope for mediation efforts from the United States.
Beijing is ready to strengthen military trust with the US after the meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping. The parties are discussing stability amidst disputes over Taiwan.
The US Senate has banned the use of budget funds to finance security for Trump's ballroom. Democrats successfully challenged the allocation of one billion dollars.
Ryanair expects fuel and salary costs to rise due to market volatility. The company plans to carry a record 216 million passengers over the year.
In 2026, Ford will officially begin sales of the F-150 pickup with a 5. 0-liter V8 engine in Europe. The price for the XLT version will start at 76,500 euros.
Donald Trump warned Iran of the risk of destruction due to stalling negotiations. The parties cannot reach an agreement regarding the nuclear program and peace terms.
