Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine has doubled its medium-range attacks on Russia over the past month and intends to further increase these operations. Additionally, the country plans to ramp up the production of drones and robotic systems, including autonomous battlefield vehicles.
British counter-terrorism police are investigating an arson attack at a former synagogue in London. This incident follows a series of similar attacks and attempted arsons targeting Jewish residents in the northwest part of the city. Authorities are currently exploring potential links between these events as the investigation continues.
Writer Splinter Chabot delivered the annual May 5th lecture in Utrecht, questioning the state of freedom amidst increasing societal polarization and rising antisemitism. He highlighted the tension between national celebration and the reality of individuals feeling unsafe to express their views, while ultimately searching for a message of hope.
The World Health Organization is investigating whether hantavirus spread among passengers on the Dutch vessel Hondius, potentially causing the deaths of a Dutch couple. While the investigation is ongoing, the WHO is currently working under the assumption that person-to-person transmission occurred on the ship.
ING has agreed to a 1.6 million euro settlement with the Brussels public prosecutor's office to resolve a money laundering investigation involving former European Commissioner Didier Reynders. The settlement concludes the legal proceedings concerning the bank's Belgian operations.