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World marks 80 years since Victory in Europe Day under the shadow of war

As the world celebrates 80 years since the defeat of Nazi Germany, Victory in Europe Day events this year take place under the shadow of the war in Ukraine and shifting global allegiances. While Emmanuel Macron presides over solemn tributes in Paris, China's Xi Jinping and Brazil’s Lula da Silva…

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China’s Xi vows to stand with friend Putin against ‘hegemonic bullying’

Chinese leader, a guest for Moscow’s WWII commemorations, is keen to maintain ‘deep’ relationship with Russia.

Al Jazeera

North Korea carries out short-range missile test, says Seoul

Thursday's launch may have tested the performance of weapons Pyongyang intends to export, according to the South Korean military.

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Is Russia’s Putin playing Trump over Ukraine peace plan, or himself?

As Washington backs away from truce talks, some observers believe Russia wants to fight on for months.

Al Jazeera

Vladimir Putin welcomes China's Xi Jinping in Moscow ahead of Victory Day

The Russian president applauded China and Russia's partnership and called "the combat brotherhood" of the two nations a key pillar to its strategic cooperation, as Moscow's all-out war in Ukraine continues.

Euronews

Russia attacks Ukraine on the first day of self-declared ceasefire, killing 1 person

Ukrainian officials say Russia has struck northeastern Ukraine in the opening hours of a 72-hour ceasefire called by Russian President Vladimir Putin, killing one person

The Independent UK

Xi hails ‘confident’ China-Russia ties as Putin welcomes ‘dear friend’ to Kremlin

Chinese leader describes talks as ‘friendly and fruitful’ during visit for Victory Day commemorations

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Xi Meets Putin In Moscow As Ukraine Reports Truce Violations

China's Xi Jinping was in Moscow on Thursday for a state visit ahead of the Kremlin's grand Victory Day celebrations, as Ukraine accused Russia's army of launching air strikes just hours into a supposed truce.

International Business Times

Ukraine accuses Russia of breaking own truce after attacks on Sumy

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy has not committed to abide by Moscow’s three-day truce, standing by his offer of a 30-day ceasefire.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan marks 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day by highlighting threats from China

Taiwan is marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day by making broad comparisons to threats from China, whose leader Xi Jinping is in Russia for commemorations as Moscow continues its invasion of Ukraine

The Independent UK

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,169

These are the key events on day 1,169 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

North Korea fires volley of ballistic missiles in major new tests

South Korea analysing if North Korean mobile launcher mimicked Russia’s powerful missile system

The Independent UK

How Putin uses the USSR's victory in World War II to rally support for him and the war in Ukraine

Hardly any other country marks the end of World War II with the same fanfare and fervor as Russia, for which the victory over Nazi Germany 80 years ago remains a source of immense pride and a defining moment of history

The Independent UK

France and Poland’s reconciliation is a sign of Europe’s alarm over US disengagement

A new pact could be the first step towards extending France’s nuclear shield over central Europe

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Trump news at a glance: Vance says Russia not being realistic on Ukraine, Trump says he may be right

JD Vance says US could ‘walk away’ from ceasefire talks; wellness influencer is pick for surgeon general. Key US politics stories from Wednesday 7 May at a glance

The Independent UK

South Korea says North Korea has fired several missiles toward its eastern waters

North Korea on Thursday fired several ballistic missiles toward its eastern waters, South Korea’s military said, adding to a run of weapons tests that have raised animosity in the region

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Period of Putin’s ‘ceasefire’ for Victory Day begins

Kremlin jams internet as it seeks to protect visiting foreign leaders; Ukraine’s SBU says drones hit Russian arms factories. What we know on day 1,170

The Guardian - US

Vance says Russia asking ‘too much’ in ceasefire talks with Ukraine

Trump says ‘it’s possible that’s right’ about the vice-president’s remarks amid frustrations with Russia

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The Independent UK

Vance says Russia was 'asking for too much' in its initial Ukraine peace offer

Vice President JD Vance says Russia was “asking for too much” in its initial peace offer as the United States looks to bring about an end to the war in Ukraine

The Independent UK

Biden accuses Trump of ‘modern day appeasement’ as Putin prepares for Victory Day parade

Ukrainian drones cause flight chaos in Moscow as Xi Jinping and other leaders gather for annual Russian parade

Al Jazeera

‘It’s not Europe bad, America good’: JD Vance returns to Munich meeting

In his third appearance with the Munich Security Conference, the US vice president sought to strike a conciliatory tone.

International Business Times

Six Bulgarians Face Long UK Jail Terms For Spying For Russia

Six Bulgarians, members of a sophisticated spy network dubbed "The Minions", were before court Wednesday for sentencing, facing up to 14 years in prison for spying for Russia.

The Conversation

Europe is moving to reposition itself in Donald Trump’s new global order

The term that perhaps best describes the international impact of the first 100 days of Donald Trump’s second term is “disruption”. His tariff policy, his abolition of USAID, his questioning of the transatlantic alliance, and his attempted rapprochement with Russia have neither destroyed the liberal international order nor established anything…

Euronews

Disrupting the Victory Day parade: Ukrainian drones paralyse Moscow airspace for three days in row

Ukrainian drones caused massive disruptions at Moscow airports days before Russia’s Victory Day parade on Friday. At least 60,000 people had their trips delayed or cancelled, with around 350 flights reportedly affected.

International Business Times

Serbian Leader Vucic Defies EU With Russia Visit

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic arrived in Moscow Wednesday for the week's celebrations marking 80 years since the victory over Nazi Germany, risking anger in Brussels as he tries to balance Russian ties and European aspirations.

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