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War in Ukraine
Xi is making a state visit to France marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between France and China. The trip is his first to Europe since 2019.
May. 6
Ukraine
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
May. 5
Russia
In an intercepted conversation, a Russian serviceman's wife urges her husband to hide "under bushes" when his group moves forward on assault, saying that there is "nothing to fight for" in this war.
May. 5
War in Ukraine
Jake Sullivan, US President's national security adviser, outlines Ukraine's strategy against Russian advances
May. 5
War in Ukraine
Contrary to some of the reporting by leading Western news outlets, Ukraine is not wavering, but holding up and inflicting heavy losses on the Russian invaders.
May. 5
Russia
As Russian aircraft attacked Kharkiv on May 4, a surprise explosion in Belgorod that injured five and damaged 30 houses suggests yet another self-inflicted calamity by a Russian bomber.
May. 5
Ukraine
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
May. 5
War in Ukraine
However, some NATO leaders fear a potential return of Trump to the presidency could endanger the existence of the Alliance and sabotage military support for Ukraine.
May. 5
Zelensky
Ukraine's foreign ministry said the decision demonstrated "the desperation of the Russian state machine and propaganda, which are at a loss for what else to invent to garner attention".
May. 5
France
Ukraine has been launching French AASM Hammer guided bombs from its Mig-29 fighter aircraft since early 2024 and France is now integrating them into the F-16 Fighting Falcons destined for Ukraine.
May. 4
Ukraine
Now, as Ukraine waits for aid, Russia has been pushing its advantage, gaining more ground in the east.
May. 4
US
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
May. 4
US
Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is abusing her position of public trust by conducting a war of disinformation for Russia’s benefit.
May. 4
War in Ukraine
For the sake of democracy and society, we need journalists that can keep holding power to account and unveil injustices – especially in times of crisis.
May. 4
EU
Mass protests against the adoption of a "foreign agent" law are gaining momentum in Georgia.
May. 4
France
Experts say Beijing is unlikely to renounce support for Moscow, which it sees as a priority partner in its opposition to the United States.
May. 4