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Senator Marco Rubio has cautioned European allies that NATO must be valuable to the US, not just Europe, and indicated that Trump's 'disappointment' with the alliance will be a summit topic. Rubio also discussed a 'Plan B' to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting NATO countries could contribute to such a mission, while Europe considers plans to replace US forces.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is confirmed to attend the annual NATO summit in Ankara in July, as NATO foreign ministers meet to discuss various issues including the war in Ukraine.
Romulo Macalintal, a senior citizens' rights advocate, has called for the passage of a law that would strictly delegate government assistance distribution to agencies only, excluding politicians.
Russia and China are moving closer to linking the Arctic Circle to Shanghai with the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline, a project Moscow is eager to advance.
Taras Kachka, Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, has expressed support for the "associate membership" aspect of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's proposal, which would enable Ukraine to participate in EU institutions.
Ukraine denied Russia's accusation of bombing a college in occupied Luhansk, which Russia claimed killed at least six people and wounded dozens. Kyiv stated it targeted a Russian military headquarters in the area, while Putin vowed retaliation for the attack.
The United States has acknowledged that peace negotiations regarding Ukraine have stalled, with Senator Marco Rubio stating that endless meetings leading to no results are not productive. This indicates a lack of significant progress in diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
Ukraine insists on a consolidated European approach to negotiations with Russia to end the war, advocating for a common position and mediation format while excluding individual contacts between separate politicians and Putin.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian forces have successfully liberated 590 square kilometers of territory since the beginning of the year.
Activists from a Gaza aid flotilla claim they experienced severe abuse and sexual assault while in Israeli detention, with some requiring hospitalization upon their return. Israel has denied these allegations, while several countries have seen their citizens return and report on the alleged mistreatment.
An elderly man, Wilson Corpuz, 65, died while queuing for emergency cash transfer for drought-affected corn farmers at the provincial capitol gymnasium in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has announced that Ukraine has liberated 590 km of territory and Russia has lost over 145,000 troops since the beginning of the year. These figures highlight ongoing military developments in the conflict.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha stated that the U.S.-led negotiation process to resolve the war is currently stalled, prompting Ukraine to advocate for a renewed dialogue format that specifically includes Europe.