… It was the third night in a row that the Russian capital came under attack from drones, days before Russia holds a scaled-back 9 May parade to mark the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany. …
Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrationsGhana Minute.
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- May 2026
… Russia has expanded influence through the Africa Corps, formerly linked to Wagner, offering military support to regimes battling insurgents. …
Editorial: ECOWAS Must Still Play Frontline Role In The Sahel Crisis… Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said an oil terminal in northwest Russia had been significantly damaged, while two Russian oil tankers were struck near the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk. …
Russian strikes kill 10 as Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal… The decision was met with disapproval from some of Trump’s fellow Republicans in Congress, and concern from other Eastern European countries wary of Russia.
US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz… Mr Nobody Against Putin is a documentary Talankin filmed documenting the ramping up of war propaganda in a Russian school, where he worked, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. …
Oscar goes missing after Academy Award winner is blocked from taking it on flight- April 2026
… Brent crude touched $126.31 a barrel earlier on Thursday, the highest since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. …
Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options… He said world powers including the United States, China, Russia, Britain, France, Turkey, India, Japan, South Korea, Canada, Gulf States and Israel are all competing for access to Africa’s resources.He lamented that many African states still export raw materials without building …
African Media Must Rise Above Petty Politics Or Risk Irrelevance -Prof. KarikariRussia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow on 9 May will be scaled back this year because of a “terrorist threat” from Ukraine, the Kremlin has said. …
Russia scales back Moscow Victory Day parade, blaming threat from Ukraine… Now, he said, it’s needed to safeguard Ukraine in the midst of war from Russia. “Today, Mr Speaker, that same, unyielding resolve is needed for the defence of Ukraine and her most courageous people – in order to secure a truly just and lasting peace,” he said. …
The diplomacy at play behind the King’s speechesRussia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow on 9 May will be scaled back this year because of a “terrorist threat” from Ukraine, the Kremlin has said. …
Russia scales back Moscow Victory Day parade, blaming threat from Ukraine
World & Region
UK delays Russian oil product sanctions due to supply concerns
The News
The UK government has watered down plans to ban imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian oil in third countries, instead phasing in sanctions over coming months amid concerns over supplies and price rises following the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine's sanctions commissioner said he understands the rationale but disagrees with the approach, citing concerns that temporary exemptions may generate additional revenues for Russia's war machine.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Today
UK delays Russian oil product sanctions due to supply concerns
The UK government has watered down plans to ban imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian oil in third countries, instead phasing in sanctions over coming months amid concerns over supplies and price rises following the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Ukraine's sanctions commissioner said he understands the rationale but disagrees with the approach, citing concerns that temporary exemptions may generate additional revenues for Russia's war machine.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
African experts share ideas at Russia's 2nd Open Dialogue forum
The 2nd Open Dialogue convened in Russia brought together more than 100 authors from 43 countries to present ideas on investing in people, connectivity, technology, and the environment. Experts and researchers from 120 countries participated in the essay competition and forum, which Putin addressed, emphasizing that no country can develop in isolation and that global challenges require joint responses.
10 hours ago · Business & Financial Times →
UK eases Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
The UK government has relaxed sanctions on Russian oil refined into diesel and jet fuel in third countries, effective Wednesday, citing growing supply concerns and rising fuel prices. The move also loosens restrictions on Russian liquefied natural gas transport, allowing imports of jet fuel from India and other refiners despite the government's stated commitment to impose severe economic pressure on Russia over its war in Ukraine.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Putin arrives China for state visit amid geopolitical shifts
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in Beijing for a state visit days after Donald Trump's departure, signaling Beijing and Moscow's alignment as both navigate shifting relationships with Trump's United States and weigh their roles in resolving the US-Iran conflict.
22 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Yesterday
Trump and Putin visits show Beijing's growing global strategic centrality
After U.S. President Donald Trump visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on trade, Taiwan, Iran, and strategic competition, Russian President Vladimir Putin was expected to visit the following week, illustrating Beijing's increasing importance as a position both Washington and Moscow consider strategically significant.
19 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Monday 18 May
Cuba denies drone threat, accuses US of fabricating intervention case
Cuba's foreign minister Bruno Rodríguez has accused the US of building a "fraudulent case" for military intervention after Axios reported, citing classified intelligence, that Cuba possessed 300 attack drones and was discussing striking US targets including Florida. Rodríguez stressed that Havana "neither threatens nor desires war."
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 15 May
Russian vigilante group raids nightclub at woman's birthday party
A Russian vigilante group called Russkaya Obshina, which operates in alignment with President Putin's agenda against Western liberalism, raided a woman's birthday party at a nightclub, attacking guests and searching for evidence of LGBT "propaganda." The woman was later convicted for blasphemy based on a red neon crucifix in the venue, and the group has significantly increased its raids over the past two years with alleged funding from Kremlin-linked charities.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
African leaders seek investment amid competing foreign powers
An editorial notes that African leaders are gathering at two summits—the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi and the June 2026 African Leaders & Partners Summit in Washington—to attract investment and strengthen economic ties, while France, China, Russia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates compete for influence on the continent.
15 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Thursday 14 May
Latvian PM resigns after defence minister firing over Ukrainian drones
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina resigned after firing Defence Minister Andris Spruds over his response to Ukrainian drones straying into Latvian territory in May. Spruds's Progressives party withdrew support for the governing coalition in protest, causing its collapse.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Russian strikes kill four, wound dozens in Kyiv overnight
At least four people were killed and 44 injured, including children, after Russia launched more than 670 drones and 56 missiles across Ukraine overnight, with three bodies pulled from a partially destroyed Kyiv apartment building where a rescue operation is ongoing.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 13 May
World Cup transport prices reduced after fan complaints
Train and shuttle bus fares to World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey have been cut following backlash from supporters. Train tickets fell from $150 to $98, while shuttle bus fares dropped to $20 from $80.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Nine killed in Russian drone attacks across Ukraine
Russian drone attacks across 14 regions of Ukraine killed nine people and injured at least 28, according to local officials, with Dnipropetrovsk region the hardest hit. The attacks resumed after a three-day US-brokered ceasefire expired on Monday.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Mexico's Ochoa, 40, joins camp for likely sixth World Cup
Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa joined Mexico's final training camp ahead of the World Cup (June–July), expected to become only the sixth player to appear at six World Cups. Ochoa, who has earned more than 150 caps, suggested the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico could mark the end of his career.
13 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Trump's Golden Dome missile defence costs $1.2 trillion over two decades
The Congressional Budget Office estimates Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defence system will cost about $1.2 trillion over two decades—far higher than the initial $175 billion estimate—though the system may be vulnerable to full-scale attacks by Russia or China.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 12 May
France hosts African summit in Kenya, pledges $27bn investment
French President Emmanuel Macron announced $27 billion in investments across energy, digital, agriculture and maritime sectors at an Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, framing the effort as broadening France's partnerships beyond its traditional colonial-era ties and positioning investment as mutual rather than one-directional.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
No larger hantavirus outbreak detected after cruise ship evacuation
The WHO chief said there is "no sign" of a larger hantavirus outbreak following the evacuation of the MV Hondius cruise ship, though he warned the situation could change and more cases may emerge in the coming weeks. Seven cases have been confirmed overall, three people have died, and twelve Dutch hospital employees are in quarantine after treating an evacuated passenger.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
US pursuing new military bases in Greenland amid Trump row
The US is holding negotiations with Denmark to expand its military presence in Greenland, with talks progressing in recent months following President Trump's January comments about the US owning the territory to prevent Russian or Chinese takeover. Greenland and Denmark have confirmed talks are underway, with both sides expressing optimism about the diplomatic direction.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 11 May
US seeks three new military bases in Greenland
The US is in advanced negotiations with Denmark to open three new military bases in southern Greenland, with talks progressing after President Trump's earlier controversial remarks about seizing the territory. US officials have proposed that the bases be formally designated as US sovereign territory.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Hantavirus cruise ship clears as cases rise globally
The MV Hondius departed Tenerife for the Netherlands after its final passengers left, as authorities confirmed three new positive hantavirus cases linked to the outbreak. Seven cases have been confirmed and two others suspected according to the WHO, with three passengers having died.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Trump to visit China this week amid fragile trade truce
US President Donald Trump will travel to China from 13–15 May to meet Xi Jinping, the first visit by a US president to China in nearly a decade. The visit comes as a key test of the trade truce between Washington and Beijing following a tit-for-tat tariff war that saw tariffs top 100%.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Putin says Ukraine conflict is coming to an end
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he believes Russia's conflict with Ukraine is coming to an end, speaking after a scaled-back military parade in Moscow on Victory Day. He condemned Western support for Kyiv and said he would only meet President Zelensky once a lasting peace deal was agreed.
11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Saturday 9 May
Putin uses Victory Day speech to justify Ukraine war
Vladimir Putin used his annual Victory Day speech in Moscow's Red Square to justify his war in Ukraine and denounce NATO, calling it a "just" war and characterizing Ukraine as an "aggressive force" armed and supported by NATO. The celebrations were scaled back for security reasons, and Russia and Ukraine agreed to a three-day ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump, though Russia's defence ministry later accused Ukraine of breaking it.
9 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 8 May
Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine
Donald Trump has announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, which will include suspension of all kinetic activity and a prisoner exchange of 1,000 from each country. Both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian state media confirmed their agreement to the proposal.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of ceasefire violations
Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of violating separate ceasefires declared for Victory Day celebrations on 8–9 May. Russia's defence ministry reported more than 1,000 violations, while Moscow said it was targeted by drones and Ukraine said Russia continued strikes; Russia has threatened a "massive missile strike" on Kyiv if the parade is attacked.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
British envoy warns fake news fuels Bawku tensions and violence
British High Commissioner Christian Rogg has warned that misinformation and disinformation, spread through digital platforms, risk weakening democratic processes and breeding violence, citing the Bawku conflict as an example where fake media stories and accounts are deliberately inflaming tensions.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana rises 13 places in World Press Freedom Index ranking
Ghana has climbed 13 places on the latest World Press Freedom Index and is now the fourth freest media environment in Africa, according to British High Commissioner Christian Rogg. However, he warned that digital threats, misinformation, and disinformation are posing new challenges to Ghana's media landscape.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades amid defence expansion
Japan is experiencing its largest anti-war protests in decades as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who came to power in October 2025, has lifted restrictions on arms exports and expanded Japan's military role abroad, moving away from the country's post-war pacifist stance. Residents are protesting what they see as Japan becoming a war-capable nation, with the issue centring on Japan's national identity and its post-WWII constitution that prohibits armed forces and renounces war.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 7 May
World Athletics rejects IOC plan to restore Belarus competition
The International Olympic Committee has urged sports federations to allow Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flag, reversing a 2023 ban that restricted them to neutral status. World Athletics rejected the proposal, maintaining its own sanctions that exclude Belarusian athletes from competition.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 6 May
Russian air strikes kill five at Ukraine's Naftogaz facilities
Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian state gas facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv killed three employees and two rescue workers, wounding 37 others and cutting gas supply to nearly 3,500 customers. The strikes occurred a day after Kyiv and Moscow announced unilateral ceasefires, prompting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to accuse Russia of "utter cynicism."
6 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Zelensky condemns Russian attacks ahead of proposed ceasefires
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Russia for continuing deadly attacks while seeking a pause in hostilities, as Russia proposed a ceasefire on 8–9 May and Ukraine announced an open-ended truce from midnight on 6 May. Five people were killed and dozens injured in overnight missile and drone strikes as the two sides made competing, unilateral ceasefire proposals ahead of Russia's World War Two victory celebrations this weekend.
6 May 2026 · The Chronicle →