Russian ‘spy’ whale Hvaldimir spotted off Sweden coast Norwegian officials believe the beluga whale may have been trained by Russia’s navy and is accustomed to humans. Al Jazeera · May 30, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 461 As the war enters its 461st day, we take a look at the main developments. Al Jazeera · May 30, 2023
Woman killed in third Russian attack on Kyiv in 24 hours One woman was killed and at least 11 other people were hurt on Tuesday as Russia unleashed its third air attack in 24 hours on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, the city's mayor said. Reuters · May 30, 2023
Serbian president to meet US, Russia, China, EU ambassadors after clashes erupt Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will meet on Tuesday with the ambassadors of the United States, Russia, China, Britain and the head of the European Union mission, the president's office said late on Monday, after new clashes erupted in northern Kosovo. Reuters · May 29, 2023
Biden says he congratulated Turkey’s Erdogan in phone call Mr Biden has had a testy relationship with Mr Erdogan, who many in the US consider an authoritarian strongman who is too close to Russia’s Vladimir Putin The Independent UK · May 29, 2023
Morning Mail: poll shows support for housing action, wildfires in Canada, Russia’s spy whale Majority of voters say government must do more top help renters, while ‘very aggressive’ spring wildfires in Nova Scotia prompt state of emergency The Guardian - AU · May 29, 2023
Meet Ukraine's Witch, the lawyer who became a mortar commander fighting Russians in Bakhmut In Ukraine, they call her Witch, but the origins of Olha Bihar's call sign remain almost as secretive as the start date of Ukraine's long-awaited counteroffensive. ABC News · May 29, 2023
The Erdogan victory, a triumph for Ottoman glory As Erdoğan commences his third decade in power, he will ensure that Turkey asserts strategic independence in regional and world affairs The Hindu · May 29, 2023
EU's Borrell: Russia won't enter negotiations while trying to win war The European Union's top diplomat, Josep Borrell, on Monday said he believed Russia will not be willing to negotiate while it is still trying to win the war in Ukraine, adding that he was "not optimistic" about what could happen in the conflict this summer. Reuters · May 29, 2023
Lindsey Graham says Russian arrest warrant is a ‘badge of honour’ The senator is a longtime supporter of Ukraine’s defence efforts The Independent UK · May 29, 2023
'Russian spy' whale found with harness strapped around body is spotted in Sweden The Beluga whale was seen "moving very quickly away from his natural environment" days after it was spotted in Norway, whose residents were told to "avoid contact" with the creature Daily Mirror · May 29, 2023
Ukraine warns of revenge attacks after wave of Russian missile strikes on Kyiv Kyiv says that Russia has started targeting military facilities and supplies to try to disrupt Ukraine’s preparations for its counterattack The Independent UK · May 29, 2023
Belarus has no immediate plans to adopt Russian currency, its strongman leader Lukashenko says Belarus and Russia have no immediate plans to adopt a joint currency, Belarus' strongman leader announced on Monday The Independent UK · May 29, 2023
Ukraine peace plan is only way to end Russia's war, says Zelenskiy aide Kyiv's peace plan is the only way to end Russia's war in Ukraine and the time for mediation efforts has passed, a top aide to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said. Reuters · May 29, 2023
The Conversation · May 29, 2023 NATO should tread carefully in Southeast Asia, where memories of colonialism linger NATO’s incursion into the Indo-Pacific region is a move that will exacerbate regional conflicts and tensions. That’s because NATO cannot be separated from the history of European colonialism and imperialism that shaped modern Asia — and plays a major role in Chinese nationalism today.
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2023 Ukraine’s parliament approves sanctions against Russia ally Iran Package imposes trade, financial and technology sanctions against Iran and stops Tehran from using Ukraine’s airspace.
Reuters · May 29, 2023 Two dead, eight wounded in Russian attack in Donetsk region - governor Two people were killed and eight wounded in a Russian attack on the city of Toretsk in the eastern region of Donetsk on Monday, regional governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said.
WEKU · May 29, 2023 Erdogan's victory could be fateful for Turkey's democracy and role in the world The longtime leader overcame dissatisfaction over high inflation and a slow earthquake response to secure another five-year term as president.
Reuters · May 29, 2023 Ukraine aide proposes post-war demilitarised zone in Russia A Ukrainian presidential aide said on Monday a demilitarised zone of 100-120 km (62-75 miles) should be established inside Russia along the border with Ukraine as part of a post-war settlement.
The Guardian - AU · May 29, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 460 of the invasion At least one person hospitalised after daytime missile attack on Kyiv; Ukraine claims to have shot down 37 missiles and 29 drones overnight
Daily Record · May 29, 2023 Russian ambassador tells BBC host: 'Offend me once again we will stop this interview' During the tense clash with host Laura Kuenssberg, diplomat Andrei Kelin accused the UK of fuelling an “escalation” in the Ukraine war.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2023 Lukashenko health rumours swirl amid claim he was hospitalised after meeting Putin Lukashenko administration has been releasing pictures, videos and interviews to try and dispel health rumours
Evening Standard · May 29, 2023 Ukrainian military chief promises revenge as Kyiv hit by intense drone strikes Russian forces fired 11 ballistic and cruise missiles at Kyiv about 11.30am, forcing locals to leave work and take shelter in metro stations
The Independent UK · May 29, 2023 South African president appoints judge to oversee weapons-for-Russia inquiry South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a judge to oversee an inquiry into allegations that the country supplied arms to Russia on a ship that docked secretly at a naval base in December
Al Jazeera · May 29, 2023 After Turkey election win, what problems does Erdogan face next? Economic concerns and relations with the West lie at the top of Erdogan’s agenda after presidential election victory.