US officials won’t admit American-made bombs used in Rafah tent camp strike that killed 45 Deadly blaze in Rafah camp ignited after airstrike using US-made GBU-39 bombs, analysts say The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
US Pledges 5M Aid To Moldova For Energy Security U.S. pledges 5 million aid to Moldova to boost energy security and counter Russian disinformation. Concerns over Russian threats to Moldova and Georgia.... Top News · May 29, 2024
Hungary's foreign minister visits Belarus despite EU sanctions, talks about expanding ties Hungary’s top diplomat has visited Belarus for talks on expanding ties despite the European Union’s sanctions against the country The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
Israel cannot win Gaza war without ‘day-after’ plan, Blinken warns Top US diplomat says, without strategy to govern and stablise Gaza, Hamas or something ‘worse’ will re-emerge after war. Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024
US pledges $135 million in aid to Western-leaning Moldova to counter Russian disinformation U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has pledged $135 million in aid to Moldova for energy security and to counter Russian disinformation The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
U.S. Treasury Official In Kyiv Discusses Financial Support For Ukraine U.S. Treasury official in Kyiv discussing financial aid, sanctions on Russia, and using Russian assets to aid Ukraine's defense amidst Russia's territorial... Top News · May 29, 2024
EU Parliament Employee Investigated For Promoting Russian Propaganda Authorities conduct searches in Brussels and Strasbourg related to possible bribery involving EU lawmakers promoting Russian propaganda. Top News · May 29, 2024
Georgian NGOs Vow To Defy 'Foreign Influence' Law Around 200 Georgian NGOs on Wednesday vowed to defy a "foreign influence" law that has caused deep divisions in the Caucasus country, triggering mass protests and international condemnation. International Business Times · May 29, 2024
Zelensky hails key allies as Sweden becomes third country this week to pledge $1bn in military aid Spain, Belgium and Sweden have all pledged to send at least $1 billion to Ukraine as Kyiv struggles against advantaged Russian forces across the frontline The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
‘He couldn’t wait to join’: thousands of young Russians die in Ukraine war Moscow is spending millions to try to mould a new generation willing to give their lives in military service The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2024
Is Israel acting like the ICC is ‘only for Africa and thugs like Putin’? Two recent legal judgements from international courts could potentially undermine support for Israel. Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024
France's Macron urges a green light for Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with Western weapons French President Emmanuel Macron says Western countries should let Ukraine strike military bases inside Russia with the sophisticated long-range weapons they are providing to Kyiv The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
Hundreds of Georgian NGOs pledge to defy ‘foreign influence’ law The NGOs say they’re ready to pay penalties under ‘the Russian law … which nobody will obey’. Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024
White House says Israel actions in Rafah do not cross US red line White House condemns civilian loss of life in Israeli air strike but says military action has not constituted ‘major ground operation’ Evening Standard · May 29, 2024
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024 Israel shrugs off UNSC bid to ‘stop the killing’ to continue Rafah assault Israeli tanks penetrate centre of Rafah and air attacks persist across the city despite global calls to end the carnage.
The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: police search European parliament over possible Russian interference – as it happened A parliamentary employee’s home and offices raided amid accusations they were ‘paid to promote Russian propaganda’
The National (Scotland) · May 29, 2024 Israeli 'massacre' in Rafah doesn't violate Joe Biden's 'red line', White House says THE White House has condemned the loss of life of dozens of civilians in Rafah as a result of an Israeli air strike but said it is not planning any…
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 824 As the war enters its 824th day, these are the main developments.
International Business Times · May 29, 2024 Blinken To Support Moldova's Western Hopes Against Russia US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Moldova on Wednesday with plans to show robust support for the frontline country's Western aspirations amid alarm over Russian gains elsewhere.
International Business Times · May 28, 2024 US Says Not Changing Israeli Policy Despite Rafah Strike US President Joe Biden has no plans to change his Israel policy following a deadly weekend strike on Gaza's Rafah -- but is not turning a "blind eye" to the plight of Palestinian civilians, the White House said Tuesday.
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2024 Biden official says more sanctions are needed to counter Russia war economy Daleep Singh said that sanctioning third parties that trade with Russia is needed, in addition to seizing assets for Ukraine
The Independent UK · May 28, 2024 Georgia parliament overrides president’s veto of controversial ‘foreign agents’ law The West has hit out at the law as Kremlin-inspired and authoritarian, with protesters calling for it to be dropped
The Independent UK · May 28, 2024 Zelensky urges Biden to attend Ukraine peace summit – saying only Putin would applaud him staying away Vladimir Putin has dismissed the Swiss peace summit as ‘pointless’ as his officials continue to try to discourage participation
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2024 Georgian parliament overrides veto by president on ‘foreign influence’ law Salome Zourabichvili addresses protesters outside parliament by video link, urging them to mobilise against ‘Russian slavery’
Top News · May 28, 2024 Georgia Parliament Overrides Veto On 'Foreign Agents' Legislation Georgian parliament overrides president's veto on 'foreign agents' law, sparking protests and international concern. Tensions rise as Georgia grapples with...