May 17, 2025
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US
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
The Supreme Court dealt a setback to Trump's deportation plan using the Alien Enemies Act, requiring more due process for Venezuelan detainees. This ruling came as leaked audio from Biden's interview with Special Counsel Hur revealed memory lapses that appeared worse than initially reported.

Severe storms swept across the American Heartland, killing at least 27 people in several states by afternoon. The Knicks decisively defeated the Celtics 119-81 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years.

Trump warned Walmart to "eat the tariffs" rather than raise prices due to his proposed policies, signaling his approach to economic concerns about tariff impacts.

By evening, an explosion at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs killed at least one person and injured five others, with the FBI investigating it as a possible terrorist act, adding a new dimension to domestic tensions.
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Israel
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Israel launched "Operation Gideon's Chariots" overnight, seizing strategic territories in Gaza with extensive airstrikes. By morning, Defense Minister Katz announced Hamas had returned to negotiations in Qatar "without preconditions" - framing it as direct result of military pressure. The proposed framework includes releasing 8-10 hostages with a 70-day ceasefire.

Media reported Israel and Syria held direct talks in Azerbaijan, potentially signaling diplomatic breakthroughs amid conflict. Reports also emerged of Trump developing plans to relocate Gazan Palestinians to Libya.

By evening, Hamas confirmed agreeing to discuss a "partial deal" while Israel continued military operations. Families of hostages demonstrated nationwide, with incidents of violence against protesters reported.

Meanwhile, Yuval Raphael represented Israel at Eurovision finals amidst pro-Palestinian protests, concluding her performance with "Am Israel Chai" (The people of Israel live), briefly putting Israel in first place during voting.
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Germany
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Israel launched a new major offensive in Gaza, as reported by multiple German outlets early morning. This occurred amid reports that Russia is amassing troops at NATO borders and Ukraine lost millions in EU funds through a weapons purchase scam.

By midday, attention shifted to a Berlin police officer stabbed in the neck near a Neukölln station, with controversy erupting when the 28-year-old suspect was released shortly after. Trump claimed Putin is "tired of war" and announced a Monday phone call with him followed by conversations with Zelenskyy and NATO partners - a diplomatic initiative he described as ending the "bloodbath." Russia responded by suggesting conditions for a Putin-Zelenskyy summit.

Evening coverage focused on the Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, where Austria's JJ won, Israel placed second despite attempted disruptions, and Germany finished 15th. Police reportedly threatened water cannons against anti-Israel protesters outside the venue.
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France
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Israel's intensified offensive in Gaza dominated morning headlines, with IDF announcing large-scale strikes amid Hamas reports of negotiations in Doha. By midday, attention shifted to the shocking death of 31-year-old rapper Werenoi, France's top-selling artist of 2024, from cardiac failure. Tributes poured in throughout the day from musicians, athletes, and politicians.

The afternoon brought a major diplomatic development when President Trump announced he would speak with Putin on Monday to "end the bloodshed" in Ukraine, following the failure of Istanbul peace talks. This call will precede conversations with Zelensky and NATO members.

The French parliament approved creating a right to assisted dying while Darmanin announced a high-security prison in French Guiana for drug traffickers. Evening coverage focused on Eurovision 2025, where Louane's emotional performance of "Maman" earned France seventh place as Austria claimed victory.
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Lebanon
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
The Arab Summit in Baghdad dominated Lebanese news, with Iraq pledging $40 million for reconstruction in Gaza and Lebanon. Prime Minister Salam declared "Lebanon has opened a new page in its history," emphasizing commitment to reforms, state monopoly on weapons, and Syrian refugee return. The summit's final statement supported Lebanon's security and stability.

Electoral tensions intensified ahead of Sunday's municipal elections in Beirut and Bekaa, with reports of authorization booklets disappearing in Hermel, prompting a security investigation of the district administrator.

Berri pledged "patience" and commitment to the ceasefire agreement in multiple news outlets. Meanwhile, Israeli military operations continued with a reported strike killing one person in Tyre district and an alleged assassination of a Hezbollah official involved in rebuilding infrastructure.

Former President Aoun arrived in Rome, where Italian President Mattarella indicated oil company Eni was ready to resume exploration in Lebanon.
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Ukraine
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
A Russian Lancet drone struck an evacuation bus in Sumy region, killing nine civilians and wounding seven - a family among the victims. Zelensky and other officials called for increased international pressure and sanctions against Russia in response.

Following Istanbul talks, Trump announced he would call both Putin and Zelensky on Monday to discuss a potential May 19 ceasefire. Reports indicate Senator Rubio delivered a "decisive message" from Trump to Lavrov, with Trump threatening "crushing sanctions" should Russia undermine negotiations.

Military intelligence chief Budanov stated a massive "1000 for 1000" prisoner exchange could happen next week, with SSU already beginning preparations. This represents the one concrete outcome from the Istanbul talks, where Russia had previously demanded territorial concessions for such an exchange.

The Kremlin indicated a possible Zelensky-Putin meeting, while Ukrainian forces reported destroying over 1,000 Russian tanks and 2,500 armored vehicles this year.
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Palestine
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Israel expanded its military offensive across Gaza with operation "Gideon's Chariots," causing dozens of casualties and displacing 300,000 people within two days. Health authorities reported 153 martyrs and 459 injuries in the previous 24 hours.

Morning reports revealed renewed negotiations in Doha between Hamas and Israel with "no preconditions." By afternoon, talks had gained "positive momentum" with "more serious American guarantees" and proposals for a partial ceasefire including release of 10 prisoners.

At the Baghdad Arab Summit, President Abbas called for Hamas to surrender weapons to the Palestinian Authority while Iraq pledged $40 million for Gaza reconstruction. Humanitarian organizations warned of imminent famine and healthcare collapse, as the UN announced a ready aid delivery plan.

Meanwhile, Israeli forces continued operations in the West Bank, killing at least one Palestinian in Bruqin amid settler attacks on agricultural lands and confrontations in several towns.
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UK
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Israel launched a major Gaza offensive called "Operation Gideon's Chariots" to "seize and control" areas, with Hamas reporting dozens killed. By evening, Hamas proposed releasing some hostages in ceasefire talks that began hours after the offensive started.

Russia struck a civilian bus in Ukraine, killing nine people including a family, shortly after peace talks where Russia reportedly demanded five Ukrainian regions. Trump announced plans to speak with both Putin and Zelenskyy.

The Eurovision contest in Basel faced disruption as pro-Palestine protesters attempted to storm the stage during Israel's performance. Austria ultimately won, while the UK's Remember Monday received zero points from the public vote.

Crystal Palace stunned Manchester City 1-0 to win their first-ever FA Cup. A terror probe was launched after an explosion at a fertility clinic left one dead and five injured.
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Iran
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
The contradiction between Iranian and American narratives intensified as Supreme Leader Khamenei met with teachers, dismissing Trump's peace claims as "lies" and declaring the Zionist regime "must be uprooted" from the region. This followed two days of conflicting statements, with Trump claiming Iran had received a written nuclear proposal while Foreign Minister Araghchi continued denying this.

Khamenei praised President Pezeshkian's focus on education, asserting that "investment in education yields multiple returns" and is not an expense. He also instructed that US embassy documents be included in school textbooks.

International complications emerged as three Iranian nationals in Britain were charged with security crimes, allegedly targeting Iran International journalists. BBC investigations claimed Iran uses criminal gangs for foreign assassinations.

Domestically, news outlets reported rising Omicron cases, power cuts affecting industries, and disputes over internet costs with claims that Irancell has abandoned 5G development.
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Russia
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Following yesterday's Istanbul talks, Russian media focused on Trump's growing involvement in potential Ukraine peace efforts. By morning, Kremlin spokesman Peskov outlined conditions for a possible Putin-Zelensky meeting, stating it would only occur after delegations reach specific agreements. Russian outlets portrayed the Istanbul negotiations as "Putin's tactical victory."

At midday, Foreign Minister Lavrov discussed the talks with Trump's envoy Rubio, while Moscow Times reported Trump's special envoy had previously canceled a Russia visit after Putin refused to discuss a ceasefire plan.

The afternoon brought Trump's announcement of a phone call with Putin scheduled for May 19, which the Kremlin promptly confirmed. Secretary of State Rubio indicated Trump wants to meet Putin "as soon as possible" and revealed Russia is preparing a document outlining ceasefire demands, with the Vatican suggested as a potential negotiation venue.
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Italy
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
The Kremlin signaled diplomatic openings, suggesting a Putin-Zelensky summit might be possible after reaching certain agreements, marking a shift from yesterday's exchange-only approach. Trump inserted himself, threatening sanctions against Russia without a peace deal while claiming Putin was "tired of war." Israel launched a major Gaza offensive called "Gideon's Chariots," with at least 153 Palestinian deaths reported.

In Milan, police used water cannons against protesters challenging a far-right "Remigration Summit" in Gallarate, which Interior Minister Piantedosi defended as representing "strong ideas."

By afternoon, Jasmine Paolini made history before President Mattarella, defeating American Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-2 to become the first Italian woman in 40 years to win the Rome tennis tournament.

The evening brought concern over an avalanche in Switzerland with feared Italian casualties, while Austria won Eurovision with Italy's Lucio Corsi finishing fifth and Israel second amid protests.
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Japan
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Nissan's restructuring plans deepened as sources confirmed the automaker is considering closing two Kanagawa Prefecture plants, including its historic Oppama facility in the company's birthplace. The closures are part of a global reduction strategy that also targets two Mexican facilities, continuing the automotive industry struggles documented in previous days. The LDP Secretary-General and policy chief cautioned against consumption tax reduction proposals amid ongoing economic concerns, with Japan still reeling from the GDP contraction reported yesterday.

Reports emerged of potential improper handling of party ticket revenues by the Tokyo chapter of the LDP. A court ordered the government to disclose documents related to the Science Council of Japan in a transparency ruling. Meanwhile, Taiwan reportedly achieved its "zero nuclear power" goal today, while a historic sake brewery began offering courses to foreign sommeliers, highlighting Japan's cultural export efforts amid economic challenges.
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Netherlands
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Israel launched a new Gaza offensive killing over 100 Palestinians in a single day, prompting UN warnings about ethnic cleansing. The US lost its last triple-A credit rating from Moody's, triggering an angry White House response as concerns about budget deficits grew.

The Eurovision Song Contest dominated evening coverage. Dutch contestant Claude delivered an emotional performance with a minor lyrical mistake, ultimately finishing in 12th place. The contest was marked by controversy as approximately 100 spectators walked out during Israel's performance, while others attempted to storm the stage. Austria claimed victory, with Israel surprisingly strong in televoting despite protests.

Other developments included the Bar Association investigating the Knoops law firm for alleged billing fraud, Dutch elementary school students participating in a Gaza peace walk, and a government plan to recruit hundreds of Ukrainian refugees and status holders as teachers to address shortages.
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India
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed Operation Sindoor's damage to military installations, revealing Army Chief Asim Munir called him at 2:30 AM to report Indian strikes on airbases. India announced seven parliamentary delegations to brief global partners about Pakistan's terrorism links, with Shashi Tharoor leading the US delegation despite Congress not including him in their suggested names.

Political controversy erupted over External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's remarks, with Rahul Gandhi accusing him of informing Pakistan before Operation Sindoor. The MEA clarified notifications were made "in an early phase" of operations. Home Minister Amit Shah claimed India struck targets 100km inside Pakistan without fearing nuclear threats.

YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra and six others were arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistani intelligence. She had visited Pakistan three times including earlier this year.

India restricted imports from Bangladesh via land ports amid deteriorating diplomatic relations.
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Poland
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
Poland observed electoral silence before the presidential vote, with 72 violations reported including two by Civic Coalition politicians. Deputy Minister Myrcha apologized after breaking rules with a social media post.

Russian-Ukrainian tensions continued with reports of civilian bus attacks killing nine people and post-negotiation military strikes, highlighting the fragility of peace talks. Trump announced plans for discussions with Putin, setting a specific date.

The day culminated with Eurovision finale coverage dominating evening headlines. Justyna Steczkowska performed 15th, with articles tracking audience reactions, voting patterns, and competition highlights. Poland ultimately placed 14th, receiving minimal jury points but stronger audience support, while Austria took victory.

Other stories included Pope Leon XIV preparations for his inauguration ceremony, with Vatican security measures increased for the expected 250,000 attendees, and the widow's pension program implementation beginning July 1st.
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Spain
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
The Turkey peace talks between Russia and Ukraine collapsed completely, with El País reporting the failure leaves peace "in the hands of Putin and Trump." Russian forces subsequently attacked a civilian bus in Sumy, killing nine.

Israel launched another ground invasion in Gaza to "permanently occupy new territory," prompting Prime Minister Sánchez to make strong statements. Speaking to the Arab League, he declared "Palestine is bleeding before our eyes" and announced Spain would ask the UN to have the International Court of Justice rule on humanitarian aid access.

The evening was dominated by Eurovision, where RTVE openly defied the European Broadcasting Union's threat of sanctions by broadcasting a message: "Against human rights, silence is not an option. Peace and justice for Palestine." Spanish contestant Melody's performance of "Esa diva" ultimately ranked 24th, while Austria won with JJ's "Wasted Love," narrowly defeating Israel.
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Turkey
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
President Erdoğan announced a significant 75 billion cubic meter natural gas discovery in the Black Sea, valued at approximately $30 billion, reinforcing Turkey's energy independence ambitions. The Justice Ministry filed indictments against 32 suspects in the deadly Kartalkaya hotel fire case, with 13 defendants facing up to 1,998 years imprisonment each for their roles in the disaster that killed 78 people.

The diplomatic momentum from previous days' peace initiatives continued with Erdoğan confirming Turkey's discussions with Iraq regarding PKK weapons handover mechanisms. He emphasized there were "no issues with the Lausanne Treaty," seemingly walking back previous statements that had caused controversy.

Weather warnings dominated morning coverage, with "orange" alerts for İzmir and "yellow" alerts for 18 other provinces. A 4.0 magnitude earthquake in Kahramanmaraş in the evening reminded the country of ongoing seismic risks after the devastating 2023 earthquakes.
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China
17.05.2025
Saturday
99 days ago
State media orchestrated comprehensive coverage of Xi Jinping's message for the 35th National Day for Helping Disabled Persons, consistently describing disabled people as "an important force in advancing Chinese-style modernization" requiring "special care" across multiple outlets. By mid-morning, coverage shifted to Xi's congratulatory message to the 34th Arab League Summit, emphasizing "flourishing China-Arab relations" as a model for developing countries' cooperation.

Economic news revealed China reducing its US Treasury holdings to become only the third-largest foreign holder, following the previous days' coverage of US-China tariff reductions. Caixin reported on "tariff war ceasefire" impacts, while Economic Observer examined foreign trade ripple effects following the US-China trade adjustments.

Other developments included new bacterial strains discovered on the Tiangong space station and enhanced AI-powered surveillance tools targeting VPN and Telegram users, reflecting continued technological advancement alongside security priorities.
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