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House in Kiev collapses: massive wave of Russian airstrikes shakes Ukraine: Since Wednesday morning, the Russian armed forces have been bombarding Ukraine with ...
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Ukrainians Report Offensive – Russia Insists on Donbass: Statements by Russian President Putin give many the impression that he might be ready for an imminent ...
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UNITED24 Media 13h
Zelenskyy Promises “Just Response” After Massive Russian Missile and Drone Attack
united24media.com/war-in-ukraine/zelenskyy-promises-just-response-after-massive-russian-missile-and-drone-attack-18809
Russia launches massive missile and drone attacks on Ukraine: The ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia lasted only briefly; now the next wave of attacks is ...
stern.de/politik/ausland/russland-greift-ukraine-massiv-mit-raketen-und-drohnen-an-37397126.html
Key FactsRussia Intensifies Massive Air Strikes on Ukraine
15 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
- Following a brief ceasefire, Russia launched one of the largest air attack waves in over four years using rockets and drones.
- Kyiv reported at least one death, 16 wounded, and ten people trapped under rubble after explosions.
- The assaults reached western Ukraine, prompting neighboring Slovakia to temporarily close border crossings.
- The Kremlin demands Ukrainian troop withdrawals from Donetsk while replacing military governors in key border regions.
It is certainly no coincidence that one of the longest and most massive Russian attacks against Ukraine occurred precisely at the moment when the President of the United States arrived in China for a visit — a visit that many are hoping for.— Volodymyr Zelensky, commenting on the timing of Russia's attack as the U.S. president visited China
Russia approves law allowing Putin to invade other countries: Russia's State Duma approved a law allowing the use of the armed forces “to protect Russian ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/14/russian-parliament-approves-law-allowing-putin-to-invade-other-countries
"Most powerful missile in the world": Putin announces deployment of "Satan II" by 2026
focus.de/politik/ausland/staerkste-rakete-der-welt-putin-kuendigt-einsatz-von-satan-ii-noch-2026-an_cf2e351a-51bf-46b2-8e73-7652120b440a.html
Ukraine's military now 'strongest, most powerful' in Europe, Rubio says: "The Russians are losing five times as many soldiers a month as the Ukrainians are," U.S ...
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-now-has-strongest-most-powerful-military-in-europe-rubio-says/
CBS Anchor’s Broadcast From Wrong China Ends in Chaos: Tony Dokoupil abruptly stopped mid-broadcast to ask, “Is he OK?” as a medical emergency unfolded on set.
thedailybeast.com/cbs-anchor-tony-dokoupils-broadcast-from-wrong-china-ends-in-chaos/
Key FactsCBS Anchor Sidetracked by Visa Issues Near Trump Summit
1 days ago · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- Tony Dokoupil failed to secure a Chinese visa in time to cover President Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping in Beijing.
- He was reassigned to broadcast live from Taipei, a location over 1,000 miles distant from the summit.
- CBS had to quickly alter its coverage plans while rival networks anchored their reports directly from China.
- Since Dokoupil took over in January, CBS Evening News has experienced a significant drop in viewership.
NATO fighters intercept Russian strike jet over Baltic: Portuguese Air Force F-16M fighters scrambled from Ämari Air Base in Estonia to intercept and escort a ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/nato-fighters-intercept-russian-strike-jet-over-baltic/
Kremlin Rejects EU Mediation in Ukraine Peace Talks: The European Union is a “direct participant” of Russia’s war in Ukraine and therefore cannot serve as a ...
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/14/kremlin-rejects-eu-mediation-in-ukraine-peace-talks-a92758
Five people are now confirmed dead after Russia destroyed part of a 9-story apartment building in Kyiv during one of the largest combined air attacks of the ... Show more
Governor Reshuffle in Border Regions Shows How Kremlin Is Militarizing Russia’s Elites, Experts Say
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/14/governor-reshuffle-in-border-regions-shows-how-kremlin-is-militarizing-russias-elites-experts-say-a92752
Russia’s prison population falls by 180,000 since Ukraine war: The number of prisoners in Russia has dropped by more than 180,000 over five years ...
ctvnews.ca/world/russia-ukraine-war/article/russias-prison-population-falls-by-180000-since-ukraine-war/
"Could last all day": Russia attacks Ukraine with several waves of strikes: The Russian armed forces launch a large-scale attack on Ukraine. According to the HUR ...
n-tv.de/politik/Russland-attackiert-die-Ukraine-mit-mehreren-Angriffswellen-id30818528.html
Daily Sabah 6h
Russia builds full ties with Afghan Taliban, urges others to follow suit: Russia is building a 'full-fledged partnership' with Taliban authorities in Afghanistan ...
dailysabah.com/world/mid-east/russia-builds-full-ties-with-afghan-taliban-urges-others-to-follow-suit
People are trapped under the rubble of a collapsed residential building following the recent Russian attacks on Kyiv.
🎥 Kyiv INFO
Russian adventurer pushing homemade cart ‘to Brazil’ reportedly killed in Ukrainian drone strike
meduza.io/en/news/2026/05/15/russian-adventurer-pushing-homemade-cart-to-brazil-reportedly-killed-in-ukrainian-drone-strike
Italy’s embassy says it continues to accept visa applications from Russians through intermediaries. Russia’s tour operators association had said the practice ...
meduza.io/en/news/2026/05/14/italy-s-embassy-says-it-continues-to-accept-visa-applications-from-russians-through-intermediaries-russia-s-tour-operators-association-had-said-the-practice-was-banned
Sanctioned State Duma Lawmaker Appointed as Russia’s Next Human Rights Chief: State Duma lawmaker Yana Lantratova was elected as Russia’s next human rights ...
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/14/sanctioned-state-duma-lawmaker-appointed-as-russias-next-human-rights-chief-a92757
OpinionPutin's power in Russia: Weak man in Moscow: Die Zustimmung für den russischen Präsidenten nimmt ab. Die Internetblockaden kommen beim Volk nicht gut an und ...
taz.de/Putin-und-der-Krieg/!6178981/
In Ivano-Frankivsk, injury toll from Russian attack climbs to ten: In Ivano-Frankivsk, the number of casualties resulting from a Russian drone striking a ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/4123154-in-ivanofrankivsk-injury-toll-from-russian-attack-climbs-to-ten.html
Russia Is Building ‘Pragmatic’ Partnership With Taliban Government, Shoigu Says
: Moscow is building “pragmatic” and “full-fledged” relations with the Taliban ...
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/14/russia-is-building-pragmatic-partnership-with-taliban-government-shoigu-says-a92754
The fate of the ‘Ursa Major’: Mystery surrounds Russian ship sunk off the coast of Spain carrying nuclear material
english.elpais.com/international/2026-05-14/the-fate-of-the-ursa-major-mystery-surrounds-russian-ship-sunk-off-the-coast-of-spain-carrying-nuclear-material.html
Russia puts Ukraine under massive drone fire - Slovakia closes border briefly: Russia has fired more than 800 drones at Ukraine in an airstrike ...
welt.de/politik/ausland/article6a04a6fad1570d730679f85d/russland-setzt-ukraine-unter-massiven-drohnenbeschuss-slowakei-schliesst-grenze-kurzzeitig.html
Key FactsMassive Russian Drone Strikes Shake Ukraine
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Russia launched one of the longest drone attacks since the war began, damaging residential buildings in Kyiv.
- At least six people died and many were injured, including children, as Ukraine's air force targeted Russian sites.
- President Zelensky linked the assault to Trump's visit to China, aiming to influence Beijing's stance.
- Slovakia temporarily closed its border due to security concerns while Russia replaced governors in conflict regions.
It is certainly no accident that one of the longest, most massive attacks against Ukraine occurred precisely at the moment when the President of the United States arrived in China for a visit — a visit that many people have high hopes for.— Volodymyr Zelenskyy (President of Ukraine) – comment on the timing of the Russian attack in relation to the US president's visit to China.
UK naval initiative targets Russia in Arctic and Baltic seas - Asia Times: General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, head of the British Royal Navy, announced that his ...
asiatimes.com/2026/05/uk-naval-initiative-targets-russia-in-arctic-and-baltic-seas/
Key FactsXi Jinping’s Warning Silences Trump Amid Rising Tensions
2 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- Xi Jinping referenced the Thucydides Trap to emphasize the potential for war between China and the United States.
- This concept, drawn from history, notes that 16 out of 20 rising-ruler power conflicts led to war, serving as a caution to Trump.
- Following talks with Xi, Trump appeared unusually subdued and reflective compared to his usual brash demeanor.
- Taiwan was identified as the critical issue that could determine the future stability of U.S.-China relations.
The Taiwan question is the most important issue in China-U.S. relations. If it is handled properly, the bilateral relationship will enjoy overall stability. Otherwise, the two countries will have clashes and even conflicts, putting the entire relationship in great jeopardy.— Xi Jinping; reported by Mao Ning, spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
EWN 12h
Trial against Zuma, Thales set down for next year: The High Court in Pietermaritzburg on Thursday ruled in favor of the state’s Stalingrad strategy application ...
ewn.co.za/2026/05/14/trial-against-zuma-thales-set-down-for-next-year
Attacks on Kyiv: At least 21 dead from drones and missiles: Russia has once again attacked Ukraine with hundreds of drones. The consequences for the capital ...
stern.de/politik/ausland/angriffe-auf-kiew--mindestens-21-tote-durch-drohnen-und-rakete-37398716.html
novayagazeta.eu 10h
Putin replaces governors of two battered regions bordering Ukraine
novayagazeta.eu/en/articles/2026/05/14/putin-replaces-governors-of-two-battered-regions-bordering-ukraine-en-news
Russian anti-war actress Olga Vasilieva calls ‘letter of repentance’ attributed to her a fake
meduza.io/en/news/2026/05/14/russian-anti-war-actress-olga-vasilieva-calls-letter-of-repentance-attributed-to-her-a-fake
Russians set up launch sites in Pokrovsk and create kill zone near Hryshyne – Ukrainska Pravda
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2026/05/14/8034655/
After a brief ceasefire, Russia launches renewed attacks: President Zelenskyy spoke of more than 1,560 drones deployed since Wednesday. At least one person has ...
faz.net/video/nach-kurzer-waffenruhe-ueberzieht-russland-erneut-mit-angriffen-200832163.html
UNITED24 Media 16h
Russia Bombards Ukraine With 1,600+ Drones and Missiles for 30 Hours Straight: Russia used its self-declared May 9 “ceasefire” not to pursue peace ...
united24media.com/war-in-ukraine/russia-bombards-ukraine-with-1600-drones-and-missiles-for-30-hours-straight-18797
Alex Jones Launches Into Scorching Impression of Trump’s ‘Piece of Crap’ Counterterroris ...
mediaite.com/politics/alex-jones-launches-into-scorching-impression-of-trumps-piece-of-crap-counterterrorism-official-seb-gorka-youre-a-damn-liar/
Resigned Russian regional governor posts video address. He thanked Putin and wished everyone ‘the most important thing — Victory’
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Georgia Today May 13
“Russia is gearing up for long-term confrontation with the West. Tanks and missiles are pretty much the only thing that Russia's economy is producing ... Show more
Hungary Summons Russian Ambassador After Drone Attacks on Western Ukraine: Hungary summoned the Russian ambassador in Budapest on Wednesday evening following a ...
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/14/hungary-summons-russian-ambassador-after-drone-attacks-on-western-ukraine-a92751
The ‘Golden Dome’: What we know about Trump’s trillion-dollar defense project: The ambitious missile defense system promoted by the White House faces questions ...
english.elpais.com/usa/2026-05-13/the-golden-dome-what-we-know-about-trumps-trillion-dollar-defense-project.html
Ukraine War: Massive Russian Attacks Overnight: Russia attacked Ukraine again overnight with hundreds of drones and missiles. There are once again deaths and ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/ukraine-krieg-russland-angriffe-104.html
UNITED24 Media 12h
Ukraine observed a three-day ceasefire with Russia from May 9 to 11 at Putin’s request, allowing Moscow to hold its Victory Day parade without disruption ... Show more
The Kremlin-affiliated "New People" party is climbing to second place in the polls. Internet shutdowns, war frustration, and a lack of alternatives are driving ... Show more
"New People": Russian protest party second strongest force
"New People": Russian protest party second strongest force
BBC 15h
Rescuers pull dead from rubble of Kyiv flats after massive Russian strikes: Children are among the injured after Russia launched drones and missiles across ...
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq5p8yygq94o
Russia’s Federal Penitentiary Service acknowledges prison population drop is partly due to war recruitment
meduza.io/en/news/2026/05/14/russia-s-federal-penitentiary-service-acknowledges-prison-population-drop-is-partly-due-to-war-recruitment
Putin stages “chance” encounter with citizen following reports of paranoia: Putin stages an encounter with an alleged tourist in Moscow. Research shows: The man ...
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UNITED24 Media May 13
Russia Breaks New Records in Losing Troops and Can’t Replace Them Fast Enough: Russia’s spring offensive campaign is breaking against Ukrainian defenses ...
united24media.com/war-in-ukraine/russia-breaks-new-records-in-losing-troops-and-cant-replace-them-fast-enough-18783
Ukraine: One of the longest air strikes since the start of the war: In an unusually long series of attacks, Russia has deployed more than 1,400 kamikaze drones ...
nzz.ch/international/auf-die-demuetigung-reagiert-putin-mit-roher-gewalt-russland-fuehrt-einen-der-laengsten-und-umfangreichsten-angriffe-gegen-die-ukraine-aus-ld.10007092
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,345,240 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022: The number includes 1,060 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past ...
kyivindependent.com/general-staff-russia-has-lost-1-345-240-troops-in-ukraine-since-feb-24-2022/
Russia launched 56 missiles and 675 drones at Ukraine overnight Ukraine’s Air Force said on May 14. Officials reported several people killed and dozens injured ... Show more
The death toll has risen to four, with at least 40 others injured, following Russia’s massive overnight assault on May 14 ... Show more
Trump Counterterrorism Official Seb Gorka Lashes Out at Conservative Magazine, Calls Editor a ‘Ball- ...
mediaite.com/politics/trump-counterterrorism-official-seb-gorka-lashes-out-at-conservative-magazine-calls-editor-a-ball-less-wonder-and-little-twerp/
Putin Replaces Governors of 2 Regions Bordering Ukraine: President Vladimir Putin replaced the governors of the Bryansk and Belgorod regions ...
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/13/putin-replaces-governors-of-2-regions-bordering-ukraine-a92750
Bluesky 11h
Anton Gerashchenko (@antongerashchenko.bsky.social): Satellite images of the "Rybachiy" base on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula show anti-drone nets ...
bsky.app/profile/antongerashchenko.bsky.social/post/3mlstf2fl7c2i
After Nord Stream, Germany is heading into the next fossil fuel trap: The abandonment of Russian pipeline gas was considered a liberating move ...
freitag.de/autoren/joern-boewe/hub-hub-hurra
Putin’s embarrassing military parade: AI planes display NATO insignia: Instead of real aerobatics, the Moscow Victory Parade featured AI-generated junk in the ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000320532/putins-peinliche-militaerparade-ki-flieger-zeigen-nato-abzeichen
A section of a 9-story residential building in Kyiv's Darnytskyi district collapsed during Russia's missile attack, destroying 18 apartments ... Show more
The ceasefire was short-lived; now the next wave of attacks is underway. Kyiv speaks of "terror." Explosions rocked Ukrainian cities during the night ... Show more
Painful procedure: Study: Neanderthals already knew dentists: The history of dentistry may have to be rewritten. A find from Siberia suggests that Neanderthals ...
n-tv.de/wissen/Studie-Neandertaler-kannten-bereits-Zahnaerzte-id30818321.html
Putin addresses Zelensky as 'mister' for the first time. Morgan Stanley says it means a vibe shift in peace negotiations.
morningstar.com/news/marketwatch/20260513146/putin-addresses-zelensky-as-mister-for-the-first-time-morgan-stanley-says-it-means-a-vibe-shift-in-peace-negotiations
Russia has once again put its nuclear capabilities in the global spotlight after Vladimir Putin unveiled the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile — a ... Show more
What is the Sarmat ICBM? Russia claims new missile can bypass all defence systems
What is the Sarmat ICBM? Russia claims new missile can bypass all defence systems
Key FactsRussia to Operationalize Sarmat ICBM This Year
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: twz.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: twz.com
- Russia announced a successful test launch of the delayed Sarmat ICBM, initially planned for deployment in 2020.
- The missile was launched from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome and hit its target on the Kamchatka Peninsula as reported.
- The liquid-fueled Sarmat includes advanced countermeasures designed to evade missile defense systems.
- With the New START treaty expired in 2021, Russia can now replace old missiles with Sarmat units more freely.
Putin called the test a 'major event and unconditional success.'— Vladimir Putin, on the RS-28 Sarmat ICBM test launch
Hungary summons Russian ambassador for first time over attack on Zakarpattia Oblast
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2026/05/13/8034557/
💔 Seven people, including a child, have been injured in a combined Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv Oblast on the night of 13-14 May ... Show more
Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with drones and missiles early on May 14, officials said, damaging several buildings ... Show more
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov compares Trump to Biden: US President Donald Trump regularly mocks Joe Biden. Now Moscow accuses him of following a pattern of ...
n-tv.de/politik/Russlands-Aussenminister-Lawrow-vergleicht-Trump-mit-Biden-id30817298.html
TVP World May 13
“Russia is conducting destabilizing activities in the Baltic Sea region,” said Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski [@sikorskiradek ] ... Show more
Putin's mercenaries encounter "serious difficulties" in Africa and surrender.
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Bluesky 5h
NOELREPORTS (@noelreports.com): ❗️The EU is finalizing a €6B support package for Ukraine to procure drones, European Commission President von der Leyen said ...
bsky.app/profile/noelreports.com/post/3mltg6aahzs2g
Russians likely hijack Ukrainian drones - | Expert Ulrike Franke concerned: Russia is said to have deliberately diverted two Ukrainian drones that crashed in ...
focus.de/politik/ausland/russen-kapern-wohl-ukraine-drohnen-expertin-ulrike-franke-in-sorge_5672e612-24bb-4421-b416-430f29dbb359.html
Britain’s Former Defense Secretary Is Now a Wanted Man in Russia: Russia’s Interior Ministry has issued an arrest warrant for former British Defense Secretary ...
themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/13/britains-former-defense-secretary-is-now-a-wanted-man-in-russia-a92749
Angela Merkel could take on Putin - | but not alone: Anyone negotiating peace in Ukraine with Vladimir Putin needs to know him, not love him ...
stern.de/politik/ausland/angela-merkel-koennte-es-mit-putin-aufnehmen---aber-nicht-allein-37392404.html
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