Zelensky announces when Ukraine will resume attacks on Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that no massive attacks on Ukraine occurred on May 10. However, Russian forces continued their offensive at the front.
Month 11. May 2026
Starmer Faces Ouster: Streeting and Rayner Prepare Leadership Challenge
Keir Starmer is fighting for his political survival as around 40 Labour MPs demand his resignation, according to The Guardian, while Wes Streeting and former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner prepare their candidacies for party leadership.
Donald Trump calls Iranian response unacceptable
US Donald Trump has rejected Iran's response to a US proposal for ending the war as "completely unacceptable." He shared this on his platform Truth Social.
Russia anticipates arrival of US negotiators to end Ukraine war
The Kremlin expects US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to arrive in Moscow soon, according to Yuri Ushakov, the Kremlin's representative for negotiations, speaking to Russian state television.
Russian propaganda spreads false information about hantavirus among Ukrainian soldiers
Russian media report an alleged hantavirus epidemic among Ukrainian military personnel. However, the Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security states that these claims are unfounded.
Europe invests billions in cost-effective weapon technologies
European countries are ramping up drone mass production, significantly impacting the war in Ukraine. According to The Guardian, nations and companies are investing billions in modern defense technologies.
FC Barcelona secures the Spanish championship early against Real Madrid
FC Barcelona won the championship early with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid on matchday 35 of La Liga. According to Spiegel, Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres scored the goals for the Catalans.
World War II Bomb in Cologne: Evacuation of Hospital and Schools
On Monday, a ten-ton bomb from World War II will be defused in the Cologne district of Lindenthal, necessitating the evacuation of a hospital, schools, and daycare centers.
Federal Council stops relief bonus from Markus Söder
CSU leader Markus Söder announced that the planned relief bonus of 1,000 euros has failed. The Federal Council halted the initiative as only four out of 16 states agreed.
Hertha Women Celebrate Championship at Olympiastadion
Hertha BSC's women's football team secured the championship title in the Regionalliga Nordost on Sunday at the Olympiastadion. According to Tagesspiegel, Tobias Kurbjuweit's team defeated 1. Erfurt 5-0 and will compete for promotion to the 2. Bundesliga in June.
Ukrainian Drones in Latvia: Cause of Incident Clarified
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha stated that the incident involving Ukrainian drones in Latvia was caused by Russian electronic warfare. This was revealed during his discussions with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže.
Frontex warns of arms smuggling from Ukraine after the end of the war
Lars Gerdes, the deputy head of the EU border agency Frontex, considers the risk of arms smuggling from Ukraine into the EU after the end of the Russian invasion to be "high." He made these remarks in an interview with the newspaper WELT.
Netanyahu: ‘War with Iran has achieved much, but is not over yet’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the ongoing war with Iran in an interview, warning that military actions may need to continue.
Former Prime Minister Philippe Launches Presidential Campaign in France
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe kicked off his campaign for the 2027 presidential elections in Reims on Sunday. According to Politico, he is the leading candidate to counter the far-right National Rally.
Iran responds to US peace proposal as Netanyahu continues war
Iran has reacted to a US peace proposal amid a fragile ceasefire, while Benjamin Netanyahu warns that the war is not over.
Zelensky: Putin Ready for Real Talks to End the War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin is "finally ready for real talks." Zelensky made this remark in a speech on Sunday evening.
Museum showcases rare exhibition of American art
The exhibition "Art & War" at the Museum of Contemporary Art features significant works by American artists and has attracted numerous visitors since its opening.
Attack on military personnel in the Odessa region: Two seriously injured
On May 10, a man attacked two military personnel from the Territorial Recruitment Center with a knife in the Odessa region. Both soldiers are in critical condition.
Russian Attacks on Zaporizhzhia: 780 Strikes in One Day
According to Ukrainska Pravda, Russian troops carried out 780 attacks on 33 locations in the Zaporizhzhia region within a single day, resulting in one death and three injuries.
Péter Magyar elected as the new Prime Minister of Hungary
Péter Magyar has been elected as Hungary's new Prime Minister, succeeding Viktor Orbán. The election took place with a clear majority in Parliament.
ISW: Offensive loses ground in May 2026
According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russia has suffered territorial losses in Ukraine for the first time since 2024 in May 2026. This development could impact the Kremlin's military ambitions in the ongoing war.
New Museum Quarter in Berlin to Open in 2026
According to the Museums of Berlin, a new museum quarter will be inaugurated in the city center on June 13, 2026. The project is linked to the Hamburger Bahnhof – Museum for Contemporary Art.
Czech Ambassador: Support for Ukraine Remains Strong
Luboš Veselyi, the Czech Ambassador to Ukraine, emphasized at the "Dialogues on Europe" forum that support for Ukraine will continue, despite less communication from the new government.
Kremlin criticizes Zelensky’s ‘stupid joke’ about military parade
The Kremlin has sharply criticized a statement made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the Russian military parade on May 9. Zelensky referred to the parade as 'approved' in advance, which sparked outrage in Moscow.
Russia expands air defense around Moscow following drone attacks
Russia has significantly enhanced its air defense system around Moscow, with over 100 defensive units now stationed near the capital, according to the Kyiv Post.
USA threaten troop withdrawal, Russia threatens war
Geopolitical tensions between the USA and Russia are escalating, with the USA considering troop withdrawal and Russia issuing threats of war.
Stuttgart: All clear for Deniz Undav after record goal
Deniz Undav set a record in the match against Leverkusen, but concerns about his health have proven unfounded.
Slovak Prime Minister Fico Meets Putin in the Kremlin for World War Commemoration
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico traveled to Moscow to participate in the commemoration of the end of World War II, meeting with Vladimir Putin, according to reports.
Federal Council rejects 1,000-euro relief bonus
The Federal Council has rejected the proposed 1,000-euro relief bonus. According to Tagesschau, the Taxpayers' Association is calling for the plans to be abandoned.
Peter Magyar sworn in as new Prime Minister of Hungary
Peter Magyar was sworn in as Hungary's new Prime Minister on Monday, marking the end of Viktor Orban's 16-year rule, according to Deutsche Welle.
Trump ready to send delegation to Moscow to end Ukraine war
Donald Trump has expressed his willingness to send a U.S. delegation to Moscow to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war, describing the conflict as 'madness.'
Over 352,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in Ukraine War
According to Ukrainska Pravda, two Russian publications have estimated the number of fallen soldiers at 352,000 since 2022. This figure includes both officially recognized dead and missing soldiers without remains.
Greens and CDU Approve Coalition Agreement in the Southwest
The Greens and CDU have approved the coalition agreement in the Southwest, marking a significant step in the political collaboration, as reported by Abendzeitung München.
AfD spreads fears of old-age poverty and unsustainable pension promises
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is spreading false fears of old-age poverty, as reported by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ). Its proposals for retirement security exceed financial limits and primarily benefit wealthier retirees.
Greens and CDU in Baden-Württemberg Approve Coalition Agreement
The approval of the coalition agreement by the Greens and CDU in Baden-Württemberg marks the final hurdle for the formation of the new government.
Hungary: Peter Magyar Elected as New Prime Minister
Peter Magyar has been elected as Hungary's new Prime Minister, with plans to combat corruption and negotiate with Brussels. He aims to recover frozen EU funds as a priority.
CDU in Baden-Württemberg approves coalition agreement with Greens
The CDU in Baden-Württemberg has approved a coalition agreement with the Greens, which is facing criticism from the Green Youth for lacking ambition.
Aiwanger criticizes federal government as ‘lost year’
Hubert Aiwanger, the leader of the Free Voters, has criticized the black-red coalition in Berlin for a 'lost year'. This statement was made during the FW party conference in Bad Aibling, Bavaria.
Why Moscow’s Victory Day Parade Took Place Without Tanks This Year
The Victory Day parade on Red Square was held in a sharply shortened format without the usual military vehicles or ballistic missiles, a departure that international media say carries symbolic weight for Vladimir Putin.
EU Pushes for Swift Accession Talks with Moldova
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visited Chisinau on May 8, emphasizing the need for rapid accession negotiations for Moldova. She stated that the breakaway region of Transnistria would not hinder Moldova's path to EU membership.