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US Cardinal Robert Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV
U.S. Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected the new pope and leader of the Roman Catholic Church on Thursday, taking the name Pope Leo XIV, a senior cardinal announced on May 8 to crowds gathered in St. Peter’s Square, according to Vatican News.

Over 100 clashes reported on the front line since Russia’s Victory Day ceasefire began
Despite the Kremlin’s announcement of a May 8–11 truce, heavy fighting continued in multiple regions throughout the day.

Two killed in Kyiv suburb shooting over illegal arms deal
The shooting occurred around 3:22 p.m. local time in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, a residential area in Bucha district, according to the Kyiv regional police.

European Parliament passes resolution demanding return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia
Lawmakers urged the EU and its member states to step up efforts to hold Moscow accountable through international courts and support for Ukraine’s campaign to bring its children home.

US, Russia discuss potential revival of Russian gas exports to Europe, Reuters reports
Washington’s involvement may also help mitigate political opposition in Europe, while giving the U.S. strategic visibility over future Russian energy flows, sources told Reuters.

EU provides Ukraine with $1 billion tranche under G7 loan covered by Russian assets
This is the fourth such tranche from the bloc, which is secured by proceeds from frozen Russian assets.

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At the time of writing, U.S. Vice President JD Vance has not condemned or commented directly on the strike.
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