May 6, 2025. International news round-up / last 24 hours

The conflict in Ukraine remains central on the international political agenda. Ukraine has continued drone strikes on several military targets on the territory of the Russian Federation, while military forces continue operations in the Kursk region ahead of the May 9 parade in Moscow. Israel's campaign in the Gaza Strip is sparking international reaction amid a worsening humanitarian situation in the region and rising regional tensions. Secondly, the US administration's actions on trade are creating uncertainty about the global economy.

The war in Ukraine

• Ukraine continues drone attacks on Moscow and other Russian strategic targets (Novorossiysk, Kursk) ahead of May 9 parade.
• Russia mobilizes massive anti-aircraft systems ahead of May 9 parade: 280 units concentrated in Moscow.
• Ukraine receives significant military support: new Patriot systems pledged by the US and allies to bolster anti-aircraft defenses.
• The European Union accuses Chinaof being a key facilitator of Russia's aggression, as Xi Jinping plans a visit to Moscow.
• EU wants to ban Russian gas imports from 2027, despite opposition from Hungary.

Gaza Strip conflict

• Israel has announced a plan for the complete occupation of the Gaza Strip, which involves the displacement of the majority of the Palestinian population.
• Prime Minister Netanyahu says the offensive will be "intensive" and the aim is total conquest.
• The European Union expresses concern over the plan and calls for restraint.

Other topics

• US President Donald Trump has proposed reopening Alcatraz prison as a solution to the problems in the US prison system.
• The US President has proposed imposing 100% import taxes on movies produced outside US territory.
• European states have earmarked €500 million to attract researchers from the United States; France proposes to allocate a further €100 million to hire foreign researchers.

Top entities mentioned

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Donald Trump

• Russia
• Vladimir Putin
• Ukraine
• Volodimir Zelenski

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