Global Celebrations Mark 80th Anniversary of Great Victory Amidst India-Pakistan Border Tension; Collective West Shaping Conditions for a "Truce" Proposal
Celebrating a historic victory, facing border battles:
The world honored the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, yet another escalation brewed on the Indo-Pakistan border. Here's a break-down of the current situation:
Historical Celebrations
The parade on Red Square was just one of the many festive actions held across Russia and globally. Thousands gathered, honoring the fallen at memorials worldwide - from Great Britain to Israel, Arab states, Baltic States, and even Ukraine. In Odessa, Ukraine, "flowers in three layers" adorned the monument to the Unknown Sailor.
Current Conflict
Despite a self-proclaimed "regime of silence," the Ukrainian Armed Forces continued their relentless attacks. The Russian Defense Ministry reported over 5,000 ceasefire violations, with a Ukrainian drone even striking a government building in the Belgorod region this morning.
The Avoided Call
In a surprising move, Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump exchanged congratulatory messages, bypassing direct conversation on Victory Day through their respective assistants. Meanwhile, Xi Jinping called Putin an ally in building a new world order and reaffirmed their common stance on addressing the root causes of the special military operation in Ukraine.
Endless War of Words
A new "trend" among the collective West is the proposed "30-day truce." US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky have been discussing this proposal. However, if Russia declines, the West threatens to impose "powerful" sanctions.
Eastern Diplomacy
The EU is prepared to overcome Hungary's veto on Ukraine's accession to the union. This comes as Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico faced backlash for visiting Moscow for the 80th anniversary of the Victory. The Hungarian authorities, on the other hand, have expelled two Ukrainian spies who worked under diplomatic cover.
Мексиканский спор с Гугл
Mexico plans to sue Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico as American on their maps.
The First Train to the DPRK
The first train carrying a group of Russian tourists to North Korea departed from the Vladivostok Railway Station.
Tensions between India and Pakistan
After a brief lull, shelling and explosions resumed on the contested border. Power outages have affected Indian-controlled Jammu and Kashmir, as reported by Al Jazeera. Pakistan launched drone and missile strikes on military installations in Kashmir during the night.
The Pakistani Defense Minister declared that their country had no option but "a full-scale war" due to India's aggression. In response, India announced the recruitment of reservists. The United States has stated it would not interfere in the conflict, with Vice President Vance commenting, "It's none of our business."
Caught in the Crossfire
The conflict between India and Pakistan has escalated to its most intense level in nearly three decades. Both sides have engaged in military exchanges, and diplomatic tensions remain high. The situation remains volatile, with the potential for further escalation.
- Amid the escalating conflict on the Indo-Pakistan border, world leaders have been diverting their attention from war-and-conflicts to politics, as tensions between India and Pakistan reach their most intense level in nearly three decades.
- President Putin's exchange of congratulatory messages with President Trump, and Xi Jinping's call for building a new world order, are some general-news topics that have been overlooked in the face of the border battles between India and Pakistan.
