Trump claims Iran nuclear deal progress as war rages

US President Donald Trump announced that Iran has committed to completely halting any nuclear weapons development. The statement marks a pivotal juncture in ongoing negotiations between Washington and Tehran aimed at ending the war, AFP reports.

Nicusor Dan closes Russian consulate after drone hits Romanian city

A Russian combat drone struck a residential building in the eastern Romanian city of Galați overnight on Friday, May 29, leaving two civilians with minor injuries.

PSG retains Champions League title against Arsenal

Paris Saint-Germain retained their UEFA Champions League title after defeating Arsenal on penalties at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary.

Russian diesel production declines as refinery strikes intensify

Gazprom Neft, the oil subsidiary of energy giant Gazprom, reported a net profit of 95.8 billion rubles ($1.35 billion) in the first quarter, marking a 3.5% decline compared to the same period last year, according to Reuters.

Russian drone in Romania deliberately tested NATO unity, expert says

A recent Russian drone incursion into Romanian territory was a deliberate provocation intended to test NATO unity and intimidate Moldova, according to foreign policy analyst Paul Goble.

EU releases €16.4 billion in frozen funds to Hungary

The European Union will release €16.4 billion in funding for Hungary, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Friday. The decision followed a high-level meeting in Brussels with the newly appointed Hungarian Prime Minister, Peter Magyar.

Ukraine targets Russian oil hubs in Taganrog and Crimea

Ukrainian drones targeted Russian energy and port infrastructure overnight, sparking large-scale fires in the port city of Taganrog and occupied Crimea. Local open-source intelligence and social media footage indicated a coordinated, high-volume drone operation.

Putin blames Ukraine for Romania drone crash as President Dan counters

A Russian military drone struck a 10-story residential building in the Romanian city of Galati. The kinetic impact triggered a severe fire in a top-floor apartment, injuring civilians and forcing emergency evacuations.

Ukraine could hold presidential elections in spring 2027

Presidential elections in Ukraine may be held in spring 2027, contingent on Russia agreeing to end the war at the front line, stated Mikhail Podoliak, an adviser to the President's Office.

Hungary returns seized gold and cash to Ukraine bank

The Hungarian government has returned approximately €35 million and 9 kilograms of gold to Ukraine’s state-owned Oschadbank. The assets were seized by security services in Budapest last March under the outgoing administration of Viktor Orbán.

AfD demands US troop withdrawal ahead of regional elections

Donald Trump’s suggestions regarding a US troop withdrawal from Germany have found an unexpected echo in Berlin. The rising Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has explicitly called for the departure of American military personnel, marking a sharp departure from traditional transatlantic ties.

Russia urges Kyiv embassy evacuations ahead of May 9

The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a formal warning on Wednesday, urging foreign diplomatic missions to evacuate their personnel from Kyiv. The move comes amid Moscow’s threats of a massive military response to any Ukrainian attempts to disrupt Victory Day celebrations on May 9.