Czech President Petr Pavel called for renewed multilateral dialogue on nuclear disarmament as tensions remain elevated across Europe and the Middle East.
Month: May 2026
Johns Hopkins Analysis: Ebola Response Hamstrung by Conflict and Displacement in DRC
Experts at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health said the Bundibugyo Ebola response faces unique challenges due to armed conflict and dense cross-border movement.
Barbra Streisand Cancels Cannes Appearance; Isabelle Huppert Accepts Honorary Palme on Her Behalf
Due to her recovery from illness Streisand skipped the Cannes ceremony and Isabelle Huppert presented the honorary Palme d’Or in her tribute.
State Department Updates Ebola Response with 24/7 Consular Hotline for Americans in DRC
The US Department of State published a May 23 Ebola response update confirming round-the-clock consular support for Americans directly affected in DRC outbreak zones.
Disneyland Just Five Miles From Garden Grove Chemical Emergency Remains Open
Disneyland confirmed it is monitoring the GKN Aerospace chemical incident but said there are no impacts to theme park operations during the Memorial Day weekend.
Iran Proposes New Arrangement to Ensure Secure Navigation Through Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Iran intends to devise a new maritime arrangement for secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire talks advance.
Ukrainian Drone Campaign Hits Russian Rear With 4184 Fixed-Wing UAVs in One Week
Ukraine launched an intensive UAV campaign firing 4184 fixed-wing drones into Russian rear areas between May 16 and 22 according to a military overview.
Russian Oreshnik Missile Strike Reported on White Church Near Kyiv
Russia reportedly used an Oreshnik ballistic missile in a strike near Kyiv according to Telegram military channels monitoring the Ukraine conflict.
CDC Confirms Enhanced Travel Screening and Entry Restrictions for DRC and Uganda
The CDC and DHS announced enhanced travel screening and entry restrictions on May 18 to prevent Ebola from entering the United States amid the ongoing outbreak.
Cuba Faces Fresh US Maximum Pressure as Policy Shifts in 2026
The US has escalated economic pressure on Cuba reminiscent of Venezuela-style maximum pressure diplomacy amid broader Trump foreign policy reshaping.