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Sri Lanka extends visa-free entry for Indian visitors and others to boost tourism

In a bid to bolster tourist arrivals and facilitate travel between nations, the Sri Lankan government has announced an extension of visa-free entry for visitors from India and select countries until May 31, 2024. This decision, approved by the country’s Cabinet, allows nationals from India, China, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand,…

The Times of India · May 7, 2024

Putin, Launching Fifth Term, Promises Russians Victory

President Vladimir Putin vowed at a lavish inauguration on Tuesday to deliver victory to Russians, embarking on a record-breaking fifth term with more power than ever.

International Business Times · May 7, 2024

Zelensky Now On Russia's Most Wanted List: Joins a US Senator, Estonia's PM and Almost 100,000 More

A list of about 100,000 names, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski, in Russia's Most Wanted, amps tension amidst the Russian-Ukrainian war.

International Business Times UK · May 7, 2024

Cuban President To Visit Russia As Nations Draw Closer

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel announced Monday he is heading to Russia on a "working visit," as old allies Havana and Moscow strengthen ties under a recently initiated rapprochement.

International Business Times · May 7, 2024

US, UK, most EU nations to boycott Putin inauguration

Russia’s Vladimir Putin will be sworn in for a fifth term as president in a ceremony at the Kremlin later on Tuesday.

Al Jazeera · May 7, 2024

Putin inaugurated for record fifth term after nearly a quarter-century in power

Vladimir Putin began his fifth term Tuesday as Russian leader at a glittering Kremlin inauguration, setting out on another six years in office after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands.

France 24 · May 7, 2024

Macron Takes Xi To French Mountains To Press Messages On Ukraine, Trade

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday is to host Chinese leader Xi Jinping at one of his beloved childhood haunts in the Pyrenees mountains, seeking to press a message to Beijing not to support Russia's war against Ukraine and to accept fairer trade.

International Business Times · May 7, 2024

China's Xi Supports Global Olympic Truce Proposal By Macron

Xi Jinping supports Macron's Olympic truce proposal amid EU-China tensions and Russia-Ukraine concerns.

Top News · May 7, 2024

Pentagon Notes Russia's Stable Nuclear Force Amid Ukraine Crisis

Pentagon confirms no change in Russia's nuclear posture amid Ukraine crisis, emphasizing strategic importance and global security implications.

Top News · May 7, 2024

Russia Seizes Two More Eastern Ukraine Settlements

Russia's takeover of settlements in eastern Ukraine escalates tensions, prompting international calls for peace.

Top News · May 7, 2024