Foreign PolicyMay 4, 2026
Ukraine brings the war to Moscow's doorstep ahead of Victory Day
Ukrainian drone strikes hit the Russian capital as the Kremlin scrambles to scale back celebrations and issue empty threats.
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Monday, May 4
Foreign PolicyMay 4, 2026
Austria boots Russian spies after uncovering 'forest of antennas' at embassy
The Austrian government has expelled three Russian diplomats for using sophisticated surveillance equipment to conduct espionage from diplomatic properties.
Foreign PolicyMay 4, 2026
Taiwan President Defies Beijing's Bullying with Successful Eswatini Visit
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te successfully reached Eswatini to bolster diplomatic ties, refusing to bow to Beijing's aggressive attempts to isolate the democratic island nation.
Sunday, May 3
Foreign PolicyMay 3, 2026
Armenia Pivots West as Russia's Grip on the Caucasus Fades
Armenia is actively distancing itself from its long-time patron Russia, hosting European leaders for high-level summits as it seeks to integrate with Western institutions and escape Moscow's failing security architecture.
Foreign PolicyMay 3, 2026
Trump Dismisses Iran's 'Peace' Proposal as Tehran Continues Nuclear Defiance
President Trump has signaled that Iran's latest 14-point proposal is unacceptable, maintaining a firm stance against the regime's nuclear ambitions and hostile regional behavior.
Foreign PolicyMay 3, 2026
Ukraine Strikes Russian 'Shadow Fleet' as Moscow Continues Brutal Assault on Cities
Ukraine has launched a series of high-stakes drone strikes against Russian oil tankers and naval vessels, even as Moscow continues to target Ukrainian civilians with a relentless barrage of missiles and drones.
Foreign PolicyMay 3, 2026
Trump administration moves to slash troop presence in Germany, signaling shift in European defense
The Pentagon is moving to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, a strategic pivot that has sparked debate among lawmakers over the future of American military commitments in Europe.
Saturday, May 2
Foreign PolicyMay 2, 2026
Zelensky pivots to Gulf partnerships as Ukraine navigates shifting global conflicts
President Zelensky is leveraging Ukraine's battlefield experience in drone warfare to forge new defense partnerships with Gulf states, even as the nation faces ongoing pressure from the Russian war machine and an uncertain diplomatic landsc
Foreign PolicyMay 2, 2026
Clandestine Networks Smuggle Starlink Into Iran to Bypass Regime Blackouts
As the Iranian regime maintains a long-running national internet shutdown to suppress dissent, a covert network is smuggling Starlink terminals into the country to provide citizens with access to the global internet.
Foreign PolicyMay 2, 2026
Trump asserts authority: Ceasefire pauses War Powers clock in Iran conflict
President Trump has notified Congress that the ongoing ceasefire with Iran has paused the 60-day War Powers clock, asserting that his administration is not required to seek legislative authorization for military actions that have effectivel
Foreign PolicyMay 2, 2026
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon as Terror Group Violates Ceasefire
Thirteen individuals were reported killed in southern Lebanon following Israeli air strikes targeting Hezbollah military positions, as the terrorist organization continues to engage in combat despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
Foreign PolicyMay 2, 2026
Trump Orders Withdrawal of 5,000 Troops from Germany Amid Standoff with Chancellor Merz
President Trump has directed the Department of Defense to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following a public spat with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the war with Iran and European military inaction.