UK consumer confidence at lowest level since December 2022, says Which? Almost two-thirds of people believe economy will get worse in next 12 months amid tariffs uncertainty and Ukraine war The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025
Starmer and Macron discuss Ukraine and migration in call The PM and French president also touched on VE Day commemorations. Evening Standard · May 5, 2025
Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations The Kremlin was determined to expel all Ukrainian troops from Russian soil ahead of this week’s Red Square parade Evening Standard · May 5, 2025
Trump meets with American ballerina who was held in Russian prison for 15 months Ksenia Karelina was arrested in Russia last year after she donated to a charity that sends aid to Ukraine The Independent UK · May 5, 2025
Trump hails ‘productive’ call with Turkiye’s Erdogan as visits planned US President Donald Trump says he wants to work with his Turkish counterpart to end Russia’s war in Ukraine. Al Jazeera · May 5, 2025
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is awaiting 3 million artillery shells from allies During his visit to the Czech Republic, the Ukrainian president also said training schools for F-16 fighter jet pilots outside Ukraine are being discussed. Euronews · May 5, 2025
Who is coming to Putin’s Victory Day parade and how safe is Moscow? For the Russian president, Victory Day is arguably the most important public holiday of the year. For the fourth time, the Moscow military parade will take place without high-level guests and with unprecedented security measures, as Russian authorities fear Kyiv might use the opportunity to attack. Euronews · May 5, 2025
Row breaks out over Reform banning Ukraine flags from flying above town halls Reform UK will only allow the union jack, St George’s flag and county flags on council buildings The Independent UK · May 5, 2025
Russian journalist who escaped Putin’s reach reappears in Paris after daring journey Barabash, 63, vehemently condemned on Monday the lack of freedoms in Russia while detailing her escape The Independent UK · May 5, 2025
Where do the main contenders to replace Pope Francis stand on key global issues? It remains unclear whether the conclave will result in a leader aligned with Pope Francis' more progressive stance or a conservative who will take the church in a new direction. Euronews · May 5, 2025
Romania’s pro-EU prime minister resigns as Trump ally eyes presidency Marcel Ciolacu quits after coalition candidate fails to make it to run-off against nationalist George Simion The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025
Germany set for new government as mainstream parties sign coalition deal New government must revive economy as Ukraine war and Trump complicate European security and trade. Al Jazeera · May 5, 2025
First Thing: Trump says he ‘doesn’t rule out’ using military force to control Greenland President has repeatedly expressed idea of territorial expansion. Plus, Israel plans to capture all of Gaza, officials say The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,166 These are the key events on day 1,166 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · May 5, 2025
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 Ukraine war briefing: Three million shells coming from our allies, says Zelenskyy Ukrainian attack over border largely destroys Russian electrical equipment plant; mayor reports drones headed for Moscow. What we know on day 1,167
Al Jazeera · May 4, 2025 Putin expresses ‘hope’ that nuclear weapons will not be needed in Ukraine Comments aired ahead of Putin’s three-day ceasefire; Zelenskyy says he does ‘not believe’ Russia will stick to pledge.
The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2025 Far-right Trump ally secures decisive win in first round of Romania’s presidential election rerun George Simion will face centrist Bucharest mayor Nicușor Dan in runoff vote
The Guardian - UK · May 4, 2025 Need to use nuclear weapons has not arisen in Ukraine, says Putin Russian leader says he hopes nuclear strikes ‘will not be required’ in state TV film about his 25 years in power
Euronews · May 4, 2025 Russia launches over 160 drones on Ukraine in overnight attack injuring at least 11 people Russia launched an attack with 165 drones over Ukraine from Saturday into Sunday, according to Ukraine's armed forces.
Evening Standard · May 4, 2025 Starmer speaks to Australian counterpart after ‘historic election win’ The Prime Minister and Anthony Albanese discussed defence and security, including shared support for Ukraine and the continuing Aukus alliance.
The Independent UK · May 4, 2025 Terrorists and criminals misusing ‘dark’ drones could cause carnage, expert warns As Ukraine and Russia develop technology resistant to being jammed, pilot calls for world leaders to step up defences
The Independent UK · May 4, 2025 Putin claims he ‘hopes nuclear weapons will not be needed’ in Ukraine Putin has been reflecting on his 25 years in power
The Independent UK · May 4, 2025 As Putin indulges in his Victory Day parade, this is his endgame in Ukraine SPECIAL REPORT: World affairs editor Sam Kiley has been covering Ukraine since the Russian invasion of 2014. Here he looks at the current state of the conflict, the likelihood of a lasting ceasefire and what Russian leader Vladimir Putin is planning next
International Business Times · May 4, 2025 Chinese President To Visit Russia On May 7-10: Kremlin Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia on May 7-10 and join his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at commemorations of the Allied victory against Nazi Germany, the Kremlin said on Sunday.
The Independent UK · May 4, 2025 China’s Xi to pay official visit to Russia on 7 May ahead of Victory Day Parade Xi was already among the leaders set to attend the Victory Day Parade in Moscow on 9 May