Overview

• India and Pakistan maintain a fragile ceasefire following U.S.-mediated negotiations, with both sides accusing each other of violations and military forces remaining on high alert.
• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that counter-terrorism operations in Pakistan are only paused, contingent on Pakistan's actions, and emphasized India's refusal to tolerate 'nuclear blackmail.'
• In Ukraine, Russia dismissed European demands for a 30-day ceasefire, calling the ultimatum unacceptable, while continuing intensive military operations with over 130 attacks reported in a single day.
• Direct talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are tentatively set for May 15 in Istanbul, though Russia's commitment remains uncertain.
• U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested he may attend the Istanbul talks, while European leaders prepare sanctions should Russia fail to engage in meaningful dialogue or halt its aggression.