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Israel intercepted humanitarian aid ships bound for Gaza in international waters near Greece, flotilla organizers said. The group called the move an ‘escalation of Israel’s impunity’ pic.

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Israel intercepted humanitarian aid ships bound for Gaza in international waters near Greece, flotilla organizers said. The group called the move an ‘escalation of Israel’s impunity’ https://t.co/kEL9hCOpP7 pic.twitter.com/gPPjJmTKNr

— Reuters (@Reuters) April 30, 2026

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Stagflation risks stacking up as Iran war enters third month

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Stagflation risks stacking up as Iran war enters third month https://t.co/8MqTFpLAXR https://t.co/8MqTFpLAXR

— Reuters (@Reuters) April 30, 2026

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Baltic and Nordic Foreign Ministers meet in Estonia

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Baltic and Nordic Foreign Ministers meet in Estonia https://t.co/gEqbORng9P

— Reuters (@Reuters) April 30, 2026

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#Trump #Putin #Ukraine https://share.google/aimode/8sN8GqLGPeqbV3da3 Trump Putin phone call Ukraine President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a significant 90-minute phone call on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, primarily focused on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. [1, 2, 3, 4] Key Highlights of the Call May 9 Ceasefire Proposal: Putin proposed a brief, temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with Victory Day (May 9), a major Russian holiday commemorating the end of World War II. President Trump expressed strong support for the initiative, noting the “shared victory” the day represents. Negotiation Dynamics: Trump rebuffed an offer from Putin to assist with Ira

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#Trump #Putin #Ukraine
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Trump Putin phone call Ukraine
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a significant 90-minute phone call on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, primarily focused on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Highlights of the Call

May 9 Ceasefire Proposal: Putin proposed a brief, temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to coincide with Victory Day (May 9), a major Russian holiday commemorating the end of World War II. President Trump expressed strong support for the initiative, noting the “shared victory” the day represents.
Negotiation Dynamics: Trump rebuffed an offer from Putin to assist with Iranian nuclear enrichment, stating he would prefer Putin to focus on ending the war in Ukraine first.
Conflict Status: During the call, Putin described Russian troops as holding the “strategic initiative” along the front lines, while both leaders reportedly shared critical views of the Ukrainian government’s role in prolonging the conflict.
Peace Outlook: Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he had a “very good” conversation and believes a solution to the Ukraine war can be reached “relatively quickly”. [1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11]

Ukraine’s Reaction
While Ukrainian officials have historically been skeptical of short-term truces, reports suggest President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may agree to the brief May 9 ceasefire to maintain diplomatic engagement with the Trump administration, despite concerns that such pauses are often used by Russia to regroup. [1, 12]
Regional Context
The call comes at a time of heightened global tension, with Russia facing the possibility of Ukrainian strikes during its planned Victory Day festivities. Additionally, the conversation linked the Ukraine war to the U.S. conflict with Iran, as both leaders navigated multiple geopolitical crises simultaneously. [1, 4, 5, 8, 13]
Would you like to know more about the specific peace plan Trump has previously proposed for Ukraine?

[1] nytimes.com
[2] theguardian.com
[3] youtube.com
[4] themoscowtimes.com
[5] politico.com
[6] thehill.com
[7] kyivindependent.com
[8] channelnewsasia.com
[9] reuters.com
[10] bloomberg.com
[11] tvpworld.com
[12] nytimes.com
[13] youtube.com

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Apr 30, 2026

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Azerbaijan, China expand transport quotas in boost to Middle Corridor

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The decision by Azerbaijan and China to increase the quota for international road transport permits by fivefold marks a definitive turning point in the operational maturity of the Middle Corridor. This move is not merely a technical adjustment of administrative paperwork but a profound geopolitical and economic signal that the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route is transitioning from a conceptual alternative into a high-capacity artery of global trade.

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В Пентагоне подтвердили выделение 400 миллионов долларов средств для Украины. https://smarturl.click/GgoOm

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В Пентагоне подтвердили выделение 400 миллионов долларов средств для Украины. smarturl.click/GgoOm

— Радио Свобода (@SvobodaRadio) Apr 30, 2026

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Eksmo CEO Yevgeny Kapyev and his colleagues were detained last week after federal investigators earlier launched a probe into LGBTQ+ “propaganda” and “extremism.” https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/04/30/eksmo-ceo-released-from-police-custody-after-questioning-a92645

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Eksmo CEO Yevgeny Kapyev and his colleagues were detained last week after federal investigators earlier launched a probe into LGBTQ+ “propaganda” and “extremism.”
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— The Moscow Times (@MoscowTimes) Apr 30, 2026

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