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Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar has reaffirmed the country's refusal to supply weapons or troops to Ukraine, while a reported agreement to unblock EU military aid funds has sparked controversy among member states. Hungary also signals readiness to host peace talks.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is visiting China and India, with talks in Beijing focusing on global challenges like the Strait of Hormuz, the Russia-Ukraine war, and the Ebola outbreak. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for closer alignment and enhanced high-level exchanges, signaling a thaw in bilateral relations.
NATO is reinforcing its eastern flank following a drone crash in Romania that Bucharest blamed on Russia, while Moscow suggested a Ukrainian drone was responsible. The alliance is considering additional deployments and drone purchases, and Britain has signaled it may send more fighter jets to Romania.
Sweden has pledged to deliver Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, with deliveries expected from 2027, and plans to sell additional advanced models. A Russian military expert suggests Ukraine could use the jets for strikes on Russian territory, while France also signals potential Rafale deliveries under a framework deal.
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, competing under neutral status, has progressed far at the 2026 French Open according to TASS reports that differ on whether she reached the semifinals, final, or claimed the title. The 19-year-old, ranked eighth and a five-time WTA champion, defeated opponents in straight sets in the accounts provided. Background includes her prior Grand Slam runs and the ITF's suspension of Russian and Belarusian federations.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper's three-day visit to China marks the latest in a series of high-level diplomatic engagements, with Al Jazeera tallying 26 foreign leaders or senior officials from 23 countries visiting China this year. The UK aims to revive economic and diplomatic ties despite differences over security and the Ukraine war, while China reports record trade figures for 2025.
Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party has called on the new government led by Peter Magyar to uphold a policy of neutrality in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, citing rising regional threats. The appeal follows recent Ukrainian strikes and a drone incident in Romania, which Bucharest blamed on Moscow. Orban has also urged Hungary to avoid supporting 'pro-war' sentiments in Europe.
Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi says Tokyo remains open to dialogue with Moscow despite no specific plans for political contacts. The statement follows a May visit by Japanese officials to Russia, which has drawn attention from European allies, while Russia's ambassador expresses openness to a respect-based dialogue.
Russian forces launched a retaliatory missile strike on Ukrainian military targets, with reports of significant damage in Kiev and the surrounding region. The strikes, involving advanced missiles, followed Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian territory bel
Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities killed at least nine people and wounded dozens early Tuesday, with strikes reported in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv. Ukrainian authorities had warned of a major assault, which came after Russia signaled systematic strikes on military-linked targets in the capital.
Denmark’s Social Democratic leader Mette Frederiksen has agreed to form a centre-left minority government, ending months of political deadlock and securing a third consecutive term as prime minister. The new cabinet faces immediate challenges, including a diplomatic crisis with the US over Greenland and a rapid military buildup.
South Korea's consumer prices rose 3.1 percent in May from a year earlier, the fastest pace in 26 months, driven by a 24.2 percent jump in petroleum product prices amid the Middle East war. The government pledged to minimize the impact, while analysts note the war's effects have not yet spread broadly to other sectors.
Maritime security experts and Russian officials have reported renewed Ukrainian attacks on civilian vessels in the Black Sea, including tankers within Turkey's exclusive economic zone. Ambrey warns of elevated threats to merchant shipping through the summer, while Moscow condemns the strikes as terrorist acts and calls for international response.
Russian officials have accused Ukraine of nuclear terrorism following a series of drone and artillery strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, warning of a potential radiation catastrophe across Europe. The claims, reported by TASS, include assertions that Western support has enabled the attacks and that the international community has failed to respond adequately.
Russia's Rosatom claimed a Ukrainian drone struck the turbine hall of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, but Ukraine denied it as a 'propaganda ploy.' No radiation was released, and IAEA experts confirmed damage. The incident underscores tensions over Europe's largest nuclear facility.
The Hornet, a low-cost, AI-assisted kamikaze drone developed by a company linked to former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, is being used by Ukraine to strike Russian supply convoys. Reports detail its capabilities and impact, while Russian officials accuse Ukraine of using it against civilian targets.
South Korea and representatives from 50 African countries convened in Seoul for the Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting, agreeing to strengthen economic and strategic cooperation in supply chains and critical minerals. Bilateral talks and a business forum highlighted African nations' proposals for investment and governance partnerships.
The director of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant has warned that continued Ukrainian strikes on the facility and nearby Energodar could lead to long-term radiation consequences. He also stated that only Russia's victory can guarantee the plant's security, while Russia has rejected proposals for joint management.
A senior Pakistani general told the Shangri-La Dialogue that Pakistan’s response to India’s air strikes in May 2025 proved there is no room for conventional war in South Asia. The general also highlighted the creation of a new rocket force and the need for international norms on emerging military technologies.
Ukraine's military denied Moscow's claim that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, while confirming overnight strikes on Russian oil facilities, including the Saratov refinery and a pumping station in the Kirov region. Russian officials reported civilian casualties and fires at fuel depots.