May 2026 – Page 22

Belarus Exiled Opposition Leader Visits Kyiv as World Leaders Watch Minsk’s Role in War

The visit came as Ukraine’s capital was still cleaning up after Russia’s most devastating missile attack of the year.

The pontiff’s document focused on the societal risks of autonomous AI systems and called for global regulation.

The Swedish institute found the number of international peacekeeping personnel fell 17% and is down 49% since 2016.

Eight countries issued a joint statement criticising the conduct of an Israeli official toward detained activists.

Authorities are investigating the incident as violence continues in areas adjacent to the Iran conflict zone.

The president reiterated his frustration at NATO and Gulf partners for not doing enough to secure the Hormuz Strait.

Financial markets reacted positively to news of a potential framework even as both sides cautioned against optimism.

The United Nations expressed serious concern about new Taliban regulations on separation and marriage in Afghanistan.

Iran warned Monday a ceasefire agreement was not close despite Trump’s weekend declaration it was largely done.

Analysts compared readouts from the two sides and found differences but said they were not significant to the talks.