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Don't Mention The (Ukraine) War: How Putin Celebrated WWII Victory Day

The EU's Latest Sanctions Package Against Russia Might Be Its Weakest Yet

Presented by the European Commission earlier this week to the 27 EU member and seen by RFE/RL, the EU's latest sanctions proposal contains no hard-hitting economic measures against the Kremlin.
For Iranians, Trump's Proposal To Rename Persian Gulf Is Personal

This edition of the Farda Briefing looks at how Iranians are rallying against a reported plan by the Trump administration to rename the Persian Gulf -- an issue that experts say could damage the US president's standing among Iranians.
With A Whirlwind Tour And A Bulging In-Tray, Germany's New Chancellor Steps Out

Germany's new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, visits Brussels on May 9 for meetings at the European Union and NATO following a whirlwind first few days in office amid a bulging international in-tray.
Trump's Foreign Policy Upending US-Led Global Order, Says Former Russia Adviser Fiona Hill

In the first of a three-part interview series, RFE/RL talks to Fiona Hill, Trump's former Russia adviser and now an expert at the Brookings Institution, about the changing world order.
Migrants Beaten In Moscow Cafe As Crackdown On Central Asians Intensifies

Migrant workers in Moscow face rising police violence amid intensified crackdowns targeting Central Asians. Despite no violations, raids are increasing, fueling fear and mass deportations after recent terrorist-linked arrests and new powers granted to police.
Victory Day On Red Square: 5 Things To Watch In This Year's Kremlin War Anniversary

For Kremlin watchers, May 9 is a tea-leaf event, providing clues for possible shifts in thinking for Vladimir Putin, in power for a quarter-century, and Russian policies more broadly. Particularly about the Ukraine war.
Trump's Reported Move To Rename Persian Gulf Unites Iranians In Outrage

A reported plan by US President Donald Trump to rename the Persian Gulf as the “Arabian Gulf” or “Gulf of Arabia” has sparked rare unity among Iranians across the political spectrum -- including his supporters -- who see the name as a matter of national identity and historical legitimacy.
Czech Initiative Criticized For Costs, Quality, And Delays -- But Keeps Ammo Flowing To Ukraine

A Czech-led initiative to supply Ukraine with ammo has delivered vital shells but faces criticism over costs, favoritism, and transparency. A Schemes report investigates what's working -- and what’s not.
Can A New Tribunal Hold Russia Accountable For Crimes Of Aggression In Ukraine?

When EU foreign ministers gather in Warsaw and Lviv this week, few concrete decisions are expected be made. But they are expected to endorse the setup of a Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.
EU-Ukraine Free Trade In The Balance; Warsaw, Lviv Meetings Set Up New War Tribunal

EU-Ukraine trade is about to become less liberalized. What does that mean for Kyiv?
Her Partner Was A POW In Ukraine. Now She Helps Others Return Home

Russian Irina Krynina traveled to Ukraine to find her POW partner. Once he was released in an exchange, he went home. But she stayed and now helps POWs from both sides return.
Ukrainians Bury Relatives In Backyards As Russian Attacks On Pokrovsk Continue

Ukraine's strategic town of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region remains one of the most embattled places on the front line.
A Canceled Vote, Then A Banned Candidate. Now Romania Holds Election Rerun.

Romania’s last presidential election was canceled in December when it was deemed that the winner had benefitted from Russian interference – now, as Romanians vote again, he’s not been allowed on the ballot.
Yemen's Houthis Grow Bolder Despite US Bombing Campaign

Since mid-March, the United States has struck over 1,000 Houthi targets in Yemen in a bid to curb attacks on Red Sea shipping and pressure Iran. But experts say the campaign has failed to deter the Houthis, who remain resilient and may now be even more closely aligned with Tehran.
Journalism Under Siege: The Deadly Reality Of Reporting From Ukraine's Front Lines

Dozens of Ukrainian journalists have been killed since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Amid death, torture, and dwindling resources, reporters face rising dangers and emotional exhaustion just to keep the truth alive.

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