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President Donald Trump ended a three-day visit to China praising sweeping trade agreements, but progress on key issues like Taiwan and the Iran war remained unclear. Trump said he listened to Xi on Taiwan but made no commitment, and downplayed expectations on Iran, while Beijing offered little sign of change in its approach.
The US Department of Justice is reportedly preparing to indict former Cuban President Raúl Castro, 94, over the 1996 shootdown of planes operated by an exile group, a move that comes amid Cuba's severe fuel crisis and rising bilateral tensions.
Russia launched more than 1,400 drones and 56 missiles at Ukraine on May 13 and 14, primarily targeting Kyiv. The assault came after Moscow threatened to retaliate if Ukraine attacked the Victory Day parade. Ukraine claims it shot down 92% of the drones and 41 of 57 missiles.
A two-day BRICS foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi ended without a joint statement due to deep divisions over the Iran war. Iran sought condemnation of the US and Israel, while Gulf members criticized Tehran's attacks on the UAE. The group did reach consensus on other issues, including reform of global institutions and the need for a unified Palestinian state.
Israeli and Lebanese delegations held a second day of direct talks in Washington, even as new Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon killed seven people. Lebanon demands a complete halt to attacks and occupation, while Israel pushes for Hezbollah disarmament and normalization. The talks continue against a backdrop of ongoing violence and a fragile ceasefire due to expire Sunday.
The UAE is accelerating construction of a new oil pipeline to double export capacity through Fujairah, reducing reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed announced the timeline to 2027 amid regional conflicts disrupting energy supplies. The move aligns with the UAE's strategic shift, including its recent exit from OPEC.
Iran has condemned new UK sanctions targeting Iranian individuals and entities as baseless and a violation of international law. The sanctions, linked to Iran's missile program and regional activities, come amid heightened tensions over the JCPOA nuclear deal. Tehran vows a proportionate response and insists its nuclear program is peaceful.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reaffirmed Tehran's historical role as a regional security guarantor. Speaking at a regional security conference on May 6, he stressed Iran's readiness to protect security and stability while calling for closer cooperation with neighbors.
The Baqaei Kurds are recognized as vital defenders of Iran's borders and a cornerstone of the nation. Their role in maintaining security and stability in frontier regions underscores their significant contributions to the country.
Pakistan's foreign minister has confirmed that 20 Iranian sailors will be transferred to Islamabad in the coming days, following bilateral talks. The sailors are in stable health and the move is based on a spirit of cooperation between the two nations.
