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Russia declared a May 8-9 ceasefire for war commemoration, while Ukraine announced its own separate truce beginning on May 6. Both nations declared these ceasefires independently, leading to competing announcements.
A South Korean-run vessel was hit by an explosion and fire in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Seoul to confirm an attack and raising regional tensions. The incident led to the US escorting merchant ships and rejecting Iranian claims of missile strikes on its warships, while also urging China to press Iran on opening the strait.
Nicușor Dan, the Mayor of Bucharest, is traveling to Armenia to participate in a meeting of the European Political Community, where he will co-chair a debate on hybrid threats. This trip comes amidst domestic political commentary regarding his performance and perceived neutrality in Romanian politics.
Canada has been invited to participate in the European Political Community summit, marking the first time a non-European country will attend the gathering. This invitation was extended by Costa.
Leaders at the European Political Community summit discussed disruptions to global trade, the reshaping of European security, and Ukraine's role, with the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz also on the agenda.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev is scheduled to participate in the 8th European Political Community summit in Yerevan, joining the event via video link. This participation highlights Azerbaijan's engagement in European political dialogues.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu is scheduled to travel to Yerevan on May 4th to participate in the European Political Community summit, where she will hold several meetings focused on advancing Moldova's European integration.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has received an invitation to attend the European Political Community (EPC) summit scheduled for next month in Armenia, as announced by European Council President Antonio Costa.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met with Canadian Mark Carney, who expressed admiration for his leadership. The meeting occurred as a new technical incident with the official Airbus delayed the Prime Minister's arrival at the European Political Community summit in Armenia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held diplomatic meetings with several European leaders, including the Prime Ministers of Finland and Norway, to discuss drone agreements, strengthening air defense, and Ukraine's EU membership aspirations. Some of these discussions occurred during a summit in Yerevan.
Dozens of European leaders are expected in Yerevan for two summits – the European Political Community and an EU-Armenia summit – aimed at strengthening ties with Europe and fostering independence from Moscow.
Canada has received an invitation to a European summit in Yerevan, with its Prime Minister set to attend. This marks a historic occasion as Canada will be the first non-European leader to participate in the European Political Community (EPC) meeting.