Unexpected Snow Hits Russia Before Victory Day

Moscow experienced unexpected heavy snowfall today, May 8th, on the eve of Victory Day, a major holiday commemorating Russia's defeat of Nazi Germany.

Plane Lands Gear-Down at Istanbul Airport

A FedEx Boeing 767 cargo jet landed at Istanbul Airport on Wednesday without deploying its front landing gear, as reported by the Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure.

Ukraine War Casts Shadow on WWII Remembrance

In Berlin, Germany's capital, authorities have banned the display of Russian flags, St. George ribbons, military uniforms, medals and decorations, military songs and marches, and any symbols glorifying Russia's war on Ukraine, including the "Z" symbol, during the events commemorating the end of World War II on May 8-9.

Europeans Fear Climate Change More Than War: New Study Reveals Public Priorities

A new study by Debating Europe reveals that Europeans are more concerned about natural disasters than armed conflicts, as reported by Euronews.

The European Parliament's Political Evolution: Extremism and Mainstreaming in Focus

In the current arrangement of the European Parliament (EP), the primary transnational political parties adhere to traditional roles.

Ukraine Foils FSB Assassination Plot Against Zelensky: SBU Reveals Russian Involvement

In Ukraine, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has uncovered a network of FSB agents who were preparing to assassinate President Volodymyr Zelensky and certain military officials, as reported by the BBC.

Estonian Parliament Condemns Russian Church's Role in Ukraine Conflict

The Estonian Parliament has endorsed a resolution declaring the Russian Orthodox Church as "an institution sponsoring the military aggression of the Russian Federation."

Mediation Efforts Amid Gaza Conflict: Hamas Accepts Proposal

The Palestinian militant group Hamas accepted a ceasefire proposal in Gaza on Monday, as reported by Reuters.

White House Hosts Romania's President: Marking 20 Years of NATO Partnership

President Joe Biden is scheduled to host his Romanian counterpart, Klaus Iohannis, at the White House today, May 7, commemorating the 20th anniversary of Romania's NATO membership.

Russia plotting sabotage across Europe, intelligence agencies warn

European intelligence agencies have warned their governments that Russia is plotting violent acts of sabotage across the continent as it commits to a course of permanent conflict with the west, reports Financial Times.

EU has not made a decision regarding the participation of the ambassadors of the EU countries in the investiture ceremony of Vladimir Putin

The European Union has not yet made a decision on the participation of EU ambassadors in the inauguration ceremony of Russian President Vladimir Putin, which will take place on May 7, but the head of the EU diplomatic service, Josep Borrell, has spoken against it. The statement was made on Monday, May 6, by the spokesperson of the external service of the community, Peter Stano, during a briefing in Brussels.

Germany recalls ambassador to Russia over cyberattack concerns

Germany has recalled its ambassador to Russia after Berlin accused Moscow of launching cyberattacks on its defence and aerospace firms and ruling party, a spokesperson for the foreign ministry said on Monday, Reuters reports.