Top News: Victory Day in Moscow and Berlin, Protests in Togo, Macron on Africa
— At the Victory Day Parade, Putin accused the West of provoking war in Ukraine, blocking peace talks, and expanding NATO eastward. Meanwhile, a ceasefire and prisoner exchange were announced between Russia and Ukraine from May 9 to 11.
— Russia and China agreed to expand energy cooperation, including nuclear and space exploration.
— In Togo, the opposition held a rally against constitutional reforms, accusing Prime Minister Ford Nassingbe of usurping power.
— Emmanuel Macron declared that France no longer considers Africa its "backyard." Agreements worth hundreds of millions of dollars have been signed with Kenya.
— Ethiopian runners set records at the Rabat Marathon: Boki Deriba won the men's race (2:07:52), and Meseret Abiba Yaihu won the women's race (2:25:03).
— An exhibition about World War II has opened in Brazzaville. Organized by Globus and the League of Russian University Graduates.
— Putin met with Congolese President Denis Sassou-Nguesso. The Congolese leader called Russia a crucial strategic partner.
— Spain: The MV Hondius is preparing to sail to the Netherlands, with 54 people remaining on board. The WHO has confirmed 8 cases and 3 deaths.
— Modi urged Indians to conserve fuel, avoid traveling abroad, and postpone gold purchases due to the crisis in the Middle East.
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