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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 · May 8, 2025

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 · May 8, 2025

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 · May 8, 2025

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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

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025

Starmer promises ‘defence dividend’ through hike in military spending

The Prime Minister said the increase in spending to 2.5% of GDP will boost the economy and be felt in the pockets of workers.

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

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 · May 8, 2025

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 · May 8, 2025

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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 · May 8, 2025

These American giant ‘geoduck’ clams are a Chinese delicacy. Trump’s tariff war could stop that

The escalating trade war between the US and China has severely impacted the geoduck industry in Washington state.

The Independent UK · May 8, 2025

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 · May 8, 2025

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

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2025

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 - AU · May 8, 2025

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

The Guardian - US · May 7, 2025

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

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

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Al Jazeera · May 7, 2025

‘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.

The Conversation · May 7, 2025

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 · May 7, 2025

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 · May 7, 2025

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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Euronews · May 7, 2025

Signs of EU-China reset intensify as Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow for Victory Day

Brussels and Beijing appear to be moving closer to a rapprochement under the shadow of Donald Trump's disruptive policies.

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

Trump claims reinstating Russia for FIFA World Cup could 'incentivize' Putin to end Ukraine war

Vladimir Putin’s country has been banned from international competitions since its illegal invasion of Ukraine three years ago

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2025

How VE Day and Putin’s war are forcing Ukrainians to relive their painful past

As Russia marks 80 years since the second world war with wild celebrations, in Ukraine the tone is very different

International Business Times · May 7, 2025

France, Germany Say To Cooperate More Closely On Defence

French President Emmanuel Macron and Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed Wednesday to ramp up security cooperation in the face of Russian threats, as the new German leader visited Paris on his first trip abroad.

The Conversation · May 7, 2025

North Korean spy drama in China may signal Beijing’s unease over growing Pyongyang-Moscow ties

Chinese authorities in the northeastern city of Shenyang reportedly arrested a North Korean IT specialist in late April 2025, accusing him of stealing drone technology secrets.

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Russia to host leaders of China and Brazil for the 80th anniversary of its World War II victory

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host heads of states for festivities Friday marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

Euronews · May 7, 2025

Slovakia's prime minister rejects EU plan to halt Russian gas imports by end of 2027

Robert Fico is not alone in voicing his discontent. Hungary, the other member state with close ties to Moscow, also hit out at the plan.

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