Revised Ukraine War Live Ticker +++ 22:09 Lukashenko lashes out at EU: "Provocateurs behind our borders"
Lukashenko expresses frustration towards the EU, referring to it as the origins of hostile actions.
In a fiery speech at a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko accused the European Union of being "provocateurs behind our borders." Lukashenko alleged that Brussels "systematically transforms the territories of Poland and the Baltic states into launching pads for attacks beyond the eastern borders of the North Atlantic bloc." He further accused the EU of transforming into a militaristic entity, warning that Europe had forgotten the lesson of World War II, "despite teaching it to us."
21:42 Slovaks protest against Fico's Moscow visit
Thousands of Slovaks demonstrated in multiple cities, including Bratislava, in opposition to Prime Minister Robert Fico's participation in Moscow's World War II remembrance event. Critics charge that Fico, the left-nationalist prime minister, has a pro-Russian stance and altercations have arisen from his presence in Russia. Protesters held signs such as "May 9th is Europe's day. But Robert Fico spends it with a war criminal."
21:16 New defense partnership: Nordic countries invite Ukraine to military exercises
Nordic countries have extended an invitation to Ukraine to participate in military exercises held by their defense alliance, the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF). The JEF is a multinational force consisting of the United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, the Netherlands, as well as the Baltic states Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. This move is a demonstration of increased military cooperation among the European countries and a clear message to Russia.
20:53 Tensions rise: Ukraine expels Hungarian diplomats
Diplomatic tensions between Ukraine and Hungary escalated when Kyiv expelled two Hungarian diplomats. The move was prompted by the arrest of two individuals in Ukraine accused of spying for Hungary. Ukraine claims that Budapest has been spreading propaganda against its government, and the expulsion is a response to these actions. Hungary has not yet made an official statement in response to the expulsion.
20:33 International Red Cross condemns Russian military parade
Mykhailo Malyi, spokesperson for the International Red Cross, described the grand military parade held in Moscow to celebrate "Victory Day" as a "parade of cynicism." While Russia marked its victory over fascism, Malyi affirmed that what was being observed in Russia was "modern fascism."
20:07 Brazil reaffirms commitment to Russia: Lula in Moscow
In a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva reiterated his country's strategic partnership with Russia, emphasizing their political, commercial, cultural, scientific, and technological interests. Furthermore, Lula criticized US President Donald Trump's trade policies as undermining free trade and multilateralism. He expressed interest in working with Russia on the construction of small nuclear power plants.
19:44 Russia aims to strengthen ties with the Vatican
The Russian Foreign Ministry intends to further develop its dialogue with the Vatican following the election of Pope Leo XIV. The stated goal of this cooperation is to advance shared traditional spiritual and moral values, promote questions of global development, and establish a just world order.
19:21 Hungary expels Ukrainian diplomats
The EU and NATO member Hungary expelled two Ukrainian diplomats for alleged espionage activities. In a Facebook video, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto claimed that the two diplomats had been engaged in espionage under the cover of their diplomatic mission. Hungary's expulsion comes after Ukraine announced it arrested two individuals accused of spying for Hungary but did not explicitly address the arrests in its explanation of the diplomatic expulsion.
18:54 Diplomats work on ceasefire proposal for Ukraine
According to French diplomatic sources, the USA and its European partners are collaborating on a joint proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. If Russia rejects the proposal, new joint US-European sanctions will be imposed. The initiative could mark a significant step towards de-escalating the conflict in Ukraine.
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- ** Overview: The Ukraine conflict is at an impasse, with ongoing military operations and heightened tensions between Russia and the European Union.*
- *Recent developments:
- ** Military Buildup: Russia is increasing its military assets and producing more artillery than necessary, raising concerns about potential threats to European borders.*
- *Ukrainian Conflict: The conflict in Ukraine continues, with Russian forces violating ceasefires and advancing in certain areas.
- *Future Plans:
- *Support for Ukraine: The European Union intends to continue supporting Ukraine, using resources from frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's military efforts.
- *Reflexive Control Campaign: Russia is expected to continue its reflexive control campaign aimed at deterring European support for Ukraine and portraying their actions as a threat to Russia's security.
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- *The situation between Russia and the European Union remains tense, with the potential for further escalation in the near future.
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- In a speech reminiscent of World War II rhetoric, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko labeled the European Union as "provocateurs behind our borders," accusing them of transforming the territories of certain Eastern European countries into launching pads for aggression.
- Employment policies seem to be a recurring topic, as they have been mentioned in policy discussions ranging from community matters to general news, supplementing the broader political landscape.
- Diplomatic tension between Ukraine and Hungary intensified when Ukraine expelled Hungarian diplomats, prompted by alleged espionage activities. This move follows Hungary's expulsion of Ukrainian diplomats for similar reasons, highlighting the complex and volatile relationship between these two countries.
- recently, political leaders from Ukraine and Russia have taken part in significant meetings, with Ukrainian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva reaffirming Brazil's strategic partnership with Russia, and Russian President Vladimir Putin hosting Lula in Moscow.
- The international community has shown growing concern over the ongoing war-and-conflicts, as evidenced by the diplomats' continued efforts to propose ceasefire terms and alleviate tensions, such as the joint proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. However, the success of these diplomatic initiatives remains uncertain, given the complex political landscape and ongoing conflicts in the region. Treaties and agreements on a variety of topics, including war and conflicts, have been signed and are constantly being reviewed, with politics playing a significant role in these negotiations.
