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May 21, 2025
Moscow [Russia], May 21: Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of "trying to buy time" to continue its war in Ukraine, a day after Donald Trump said progress towards a ceasefire had been made in a call with Vladimir Putin.
Australia to stay tariff-free for Pacific Islands struggling with aid cuts, says foreign minister
Rains halt search for gold miners after deadly Indonesian landslide
May 20, 2025
WHO in financial crisis after US withdrawal
'Cancer touches us all': Biden thanks public after diagnosis
NATO corruption probe 'reminder' of defence boom risks
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UK, EU seek major reset of ties at London summit
London [UK], May 20: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting the leadership of the European Union (EU) at a summit in London on Monday,...
Poland vote: Pro-EU Trzaskowski wins first round
Warsaw [Poland], May 20: Warsaw's pro-EU mayor Rafal Trzaskowski narrowly came out on top in the first round of voting in Poland's presidential election.
Belgian economy to slow down in 2025
Brussels [Belgium], May 20: Economic activity in Belgium is expected to slow down to 0.8% in 2025, mainly due to high global uncertainty and decreased...
Austrian economy to stabilise in 2025: Report
Vienna [Austria], May 20: Austria is projected to experience its third consecutive year of economic recession in 2025, the European Commission said in its latest...
EU countries agree on €150 billion defence fund
Brussels [Belgium], May 20: European Union countries on Monday in principle agreed on the proposals for a €150 billion fund aimed at boosting Europe's defence,...
Portugal centre-right party wins snap election
Lisbon [Portugal], May 20: Portugal's incumbent Prime Minister and leader of the centre-right Social Democratic Party Luis Montenegro won the most seats in the country's...
Israel allows limited food for Gaza
Jerusalem [Israel], May 20: Israel's military and the United Nations have said five UN trucks carrying humanitarian aid were allowed into besieged Gaza via the...
Tourist held in Tel Aviv after Molotov materials left at US embassy
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 20: Police in Tel Aviv said on Monday that a tourist has been detained after leaving a backpack containing materials for...
Trump says Russia-Ukraine talks to start 'immediately'
Washington DC [US], May 20: US President Donald Trump has said negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are to take place "immediately," following his telephone call...
US and Russia plan new prisoner exchange: Kremlin
Moscow [Russia], May 20: Russia and the United States are planning to exchange nine prisoners each as part of a new swap agreement, according to the Kremlin.
Boeing enjoys a good week amid tough times
Netanyahu says Israel will control Gaza as pressure mounts on aid
US Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protection for Venezuelans
World Health Organization members vote in favour of global pandemic agreement
UK strikes EU trade and defence reset in 'new era' for relations
Israel PM Netanyahu approves limited food aid to Gaza
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Exit polls show Poles must decide on president in run-off election
European leaders seek coordination with Trump ahead of Putin call
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