Nicolas Sarkozy has been granted early release in the 2012 campaign finance overspending case, reflecting a reduced sentence and consideration of his age.
Octobank has begun offering international money transfers from South Korea to Uzbek HUMO cards via the E9PAY platform, enhancing its cross-border payment services.
The US State Department approved the potential $373.6M sale of JDAM-ER bomb kits to Ukraine, enhancing range and accuracy amid operational challenges and strategic defense implications.
Global oil stocks fell by a record 200 million barrels in April despite declining demand, driven by Middle East conflicts and supply disruptions, signaling rising prices ahead.
Ukraine proposed a unilateral ceasefire beginning May 6, yet Russian forces continue attacks, complicating efforts for a May 8-9 Victory Day truce.
Germany is fast-tracking its own long-range missile systems after the U.S. declined to deploy Tomahawk missiles, aiming to counter Russian Iskander threats and reinforce European deterrence.
Iran launched a significant missile and drone attack on UAE targets, breaking a month-long ceasefire and prompting strong international condemnation and strategic reassessments.
Germany will transfer the gas-fired power plant that served the Nord Stream pipeline to Ukraine on self-pickup terms, supporting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
A drone struck a residential building on Mosfilmovskaya Street in western Moscow; emergency services report no injuries and have secured the site.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon confirms his candidacy for France's 2027 presidential election, setting up a contest against far-right rivals amid President Macron's term limit.
The UK plans to join the EU's €90 billion loan program for Ukraine, enhancing financial support and defense cooperation while opening opportunities for British defense firms.
Iran has delivered a 14-point peace proposal to the U.S., demanding troop withdrawals, sanctions relief, and reparations, while Washington remains doubtful about its acceptance.