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Ukraine has already protected over 1,000 km of logistics routes from Russian FPV drones
Ukraine has significantly stepped up the pace of work on installing anti-drone defences along frontline roads and logistics routes. As of May, over 1,170 kilometres of roads have already been fitted with special protective structures designed to counter Russian FPV drones. Work is currently underway in five regions.
Shabunin has announced that he is leaving the Armed Forces of Ukraine due to having ‘lost most of his sight’
Vitaliy Shabunin, head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, has stated that he has left the Armed Forces due to the loss of most of his sight. He intends to continue his work at the Anti-Corruption Action Centre.
The son of Mango founder Jonathan Andik has been detained in connection with his father’s death
In Catalonia, police have arrested Jonathan Andik, the son of Isaac Andik, founder of the fashion chain Mango. He is being questioned in connection with the death of his father, who, according to preliminary reports, fell into a mountain ravine near Barcelona in December 2024.
Xi Jinping told Donald Trump that Vladimir Putin might come to regret invading Ukraine
During talks in Beijing, Xi Jinping told Donald Trump that Vladimir Putin might eventually come to regret the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The conversation also touched on the International Criminal Court and Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Latvia and Estonia have issued an alert over drones
On 19 May, airspace warnings were issued in Latvia and Estonia due to the possible presence of drones. In Latvia, according to preliminary reports, one drone may have entered the country’s airspace.
In the US, two teenagers shot three people at a mosque and then took their own lives
In San Diego, USA, two teenagers opened fire in a mosque, killing three people. They were found dead not far from the scene.
Mudryk could leave Chelsea following the arrival of Xabi Alonso
Chelsea have officially confirmed that Xabi Alonso will take charge of the team from 1 July. Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk is among the players whose future at the club remains uncertain due to squad restructuring and a suspension.
Musk lost a court case against OpenAI’s management in California
A federal jury in California has ruled in favour of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and the company’s president, Greg Brockman, in a case brought against them by Elon Musk. The businessman claimed that OpenAI had allegedly strayed from its original charitable mission, but the court in Oakland did not agree with his position.
Russian forces have attacked the Chernihiv and Sumy regions — four people have been killed and more than 20 wounded
On the morning of 19 May, the Russian army attacked Pryluky in the Chernihiv region. A local business was hit.
Lavrov has stated that Russia will not return to Eurovision due to ‘satanism’
Russia will not return to Eurovision due to the presence of ‘satanism’ at this international song contest. Earlier, the head of Eurovision stated in an interview that, in theory, Russia could be readmitted to the contest.
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has warned of the risk of war over Taiwan
The President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., has stated that, due to its geographical proximity, his country will inevitably be drawn into any potential military conflict involving Taiwan. Nearly 200,000 Filipino citizens currently live and work in Taiwan, and their safety could be at risk in the event of hostilities.
Global business has already lost $25 billion due to the conflict surrounding Iran – which companies have been hit hardest
Global companies have already lost at least $25 billion as a result of the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran, and this figure continues to rise.