Politics
Bulgaria has officially joined the eurozone
On 1 January 2026, Bulgaria officially adopted the euro and became the 21st member of the eurozone. The final decision to introduce the single European currency was taken by the Council of the EU back in July 2025, when it adopted the necessary legal acts and set the fixed exchange rate for the Bulgarian lev.
Germany is preparing its logistics infrastructure for war
In Germany, key transport hubs are being modernised in preparation for a potential military scenario. At the same time, the country does not yet have sufficient capacity for rapid mobilisation.
Ukrainian drones could fly over the parade in Moscow on 9 May, says Zelenskyy (VIDEO)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that this summer will be decisive for Russia’s next moves in the war. He also highlighted the capabilities of Ukrainian drones in the context of the 9 May parade in Moscow.
Donald Trump plans to deploy 15,000 troops and around 100 aircraft to the Strait of Hormuz
The US Central Command has announced the launch of Operation Freedom, aimed at ensuring the freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Significant forces are to be deployed to carry out the mission.
The US will not deploy Tomahawk missiles in Germany — Merz has confirmed
The US has rejected plans to deploy an American battalion equipped with Tomahawk long-range missiles in Germany.
The Kremlin fears an assassination attempt on Putin using drones by members of the Russian elite — media reports
Since early March 2026, the Kremlin has been concerned about leaks of sensitive information, as well as the risk of a conspiracy or attempted coup against Vladimir Putin. He fears that members of the Russian political elite may attempt to use drones in a possible assassination attempt against him.
The US is stepping up economic pressure on Iran and expects oil production to fall
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated that, due to financial restrictions, Iran may soon reduce or halt its oil production. According to him, pressure from Washington continues to mount.
Europe is bracing for the risk of war with Russia: why the next two years are considered dangerous
European governments fear that Vladimir Putin may use the next year or two as a “window of opportunity” to test the West’s willingness to defend NATO. At the same time, within the Alliance itself and among some European governments, the threat of a direct Russian attack is considered to be exaggerated, as Moscow remains heavily tied up in the war against Ukraine.
While in Armenia, Zelenskyy outlined three key priorities for Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Armenia on 3 May, where he spent the first day holding meetings ahead of the European Political Community summit. According to him, the talks focused on three key areas: ending the war, accelerating European funding of €90 billion, and strengthening Ukraine’s air defence and energy support.
Finland is to provide Ukraine with $300 million for defence and air defence
Finland has agreed to provide Ukraine with $300 million in defence aid. According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the majority of this package is intended to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences.
The UK wants to join the EU’s $106 billion loan for Ukraine
The UK plans to begin negotiations on joining the EU’s £78 billion loan programme for Ukraine, equivalent to around $106 billion. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to announce this at the European Political Community summit in Yerevan.
The Swedish Coast Guard has detained a tanker in the Baltic Sea on suspicion of flying a false flag
The vessel was inspected in territorial waters near Trelleborg, and a preliminary investigation has been launched.
