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The Oklahoma Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has waived jurisdiction over the century-old human remains found at the University of Oklahoma, classifying them as non-forensic. Construction has since resumed on the Life Sciences Laboratories Building site.
Lithuanian prosecutors have charged 13 individuals from various countries in connection with two attempted murders in Vilnius, allegedly linked to Russia's GRU military intelligence agency. Ukrainian police stated that this group, described as a "Russian intelligence network," also targeted Ukrainian journalists and an intelligence official. The investigation, which began in early 2025, determined that the individuals acted in the interests of the GRU.
Authorities have made significant progress in apprehending suspects involved in the killing of a teacher and a local administrator in Hulugho, Garissa County. Investigations are in their advanced stages, with security agencies actively pursuing the perpetrators.
The Royal Navy observed the Russian naval vessel PM-82 near UK offshore wind farms in April 2026, following a report of a Russian attack submarine conducting covert activity. Later in April, the Russian frigate Admiral Grigorovich was seen escorting sanctioned vessels through the Channel. In March 2026, HMS Tyne and a Wildcat helicopter monitored other Russian cargo ships and escorting warships transiting the English Channel.
The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has called on leaders to cease hostilities and engage in inclusive dialogue, warning that escalating clashes jeopardize the peace process. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) alleges that all parties to the conflict are manipulating aid for military purposes. Over 500 children have been registered as unaccompanied in Jonglei State due to fierce clashes.
Fifteen additional individuals have been charged in Minnesota for allegedly defrauding Medicaid programs of over $90 million, with charges spanning childcare, autism services, and housing stabilization. Federal agents executed search warrants at over 20 locations in the Minneapolis area in late April, targeting alleged fraud schemes involving billing for services not provided. One suspect, Muhammad Omar, is reportedly on the run.
As of May 22, 2026, there have been 12 reported cases and 3 deaths linked to a hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship. No new cases have been reported since May 20, and the ship is undergoing sanitation in Rotterdam.
The European Parliament and Council have agreed on legislation to implement the EU-US trade deal, aiming to meet the July 4 ratification deadline. The agreement includes a 15% tariff on most EU exports to the US and strengthened safeguards. A vote is expected in mid-June.
В первом квартале 2026 года в России зафиксирован исторический минимум рождаемости: число новорожденных снизилось на 6% по сравнению с прошлым годом, составив около 272 тысяч. Этот показатель является одним из самых низких за более чем два столетия и на 12,5% ниже уровня 2021 года. Заместитель руководителя администрации президента Максим Орешкин предупреждает о глобальной демографической катастрофе, а президент Владимир Путин призвал объединить усилия для решения демографических проблем.
Antwerp's mayor announced plans to deploy a NASAMS air-defense system in the port of Antwerp to counter drone threats. The Belgian government is also investing in enhanced counter-drone capabilities, aiming to make the National Airspace Security Center fully operational by January 1, 2026.
Германия выслала российского дипломата, занимавшего должность заместителя военного атташе, обвинив его в шпионаже в пользу России, связанном с войной на Украине. В конце апреля 2026 года Германия также обвинила Россию в проведении масштабной фишинговой кампании через мессенджер Signal, нацеленной на немецких политиков, дипломатов и высокопоставленных чиновников.
Французские власти сняли арест с танкера «Дейна» 16 апреля 2026 года после уплаты штрафа его владельцем. Судно, задержанное в марте за предполагаемые нарушения санкций, покинуло французские воды и направляется в китайский порт.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister Tea Seiha welcomed Thailand's initiative to hold bilateral border meetings through existing mechanisms such as the General Border Committee (GBC). He expressed hope that these meetings would strengthen mutual trust, reduce tensions, and resolve issues through dialogue. This follows Thailand's move to revoke earlier MOUs concerning border and maritime disputes.
U.S. officials raised concerns on May 24, 2026, about Russia and China expanding intelligence operations in Cuba, including upgraded electronic surveillance facilities. This development occurs amidst ongoing European security concerns regarding Russian spacecraft intercepting communications from European satellites.
BlackRock is advising on the $800 billion Ukraine reconstruction plan in a pro-bono capacity. Representatives cautioned that attracting significant outside investment will be challenging as long as the conflict continues, stating it is "nearly impossible to invest into a war zone."
A protest occurred in Caracas on May 21, 2026, demanding protection for prisoners. Earlier, in January 2026, a US military operation resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
Separatist fighters burned construction equipment in Bamenda in May 2026 after a failed ransom demand. This incident is part of the ongoing armed conflict in Cameroon's North West and South West regions.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit stated in her first public interview in March 2026 that she felt unsafe during an encounter with Jeffrey Epstein and reiterated her feelings of being manipulated. The scandal emerged following the release of the Epstein files, which detail her extensive contact with the convicted sex offender between 2011 and 2014.
Lufthansa Group plans to gradually resume flights to Israel starting in June, while continuing to suspend flights to and from Dubai until September 13. Air France has extended its cancellations to Dubai and Tel Aviv until April 2026.
US President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for the EU to implement their trade deal to July 4, warning of significantly higher tariffs if they fail to comply. Trump stated that the EU had promised to reduce its tariffs to zero as part of the agreement. If the EU does not meet this deadline, tariffs could "immediately jump".