MS DAILY BRIEF – MAY 20 th, 2025
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News from Ukraine | Shock and shame! Putin has once again manipulated Trump against Ukraine. 1
Agreement to reset relations with EU brings UK back on world stage, says Keir Starmer 1
Trump and Putin held a phone call, but the Kremlin refuses a ceasefire in Ukraine. 6
Update on the war in Ukraine: Europe continues sanctions against Russia after Trump-Putin talks. 9
Elections in Romania: EU breathes a sigh of relief after Dan defeats his far-right rival 11
Poland: Cornerstone of the Three Seas Initiative – 17 May 2025. 13
Why did the Houthis agree to make peace with America? – 17 May 2025. 15
Deep mining risks are growing faster than regulations – 16 May 2025. 17
Israel’s iron beam laser to undergo sea trials – 18 May 2025. 19
China’s nuclear arsenal now at 500 warheads, targeting 1,000 by 2030? – 19 May 2025 20
AI is the future of warfare – 17 May 2025. 25
See the 2 anti-drone missiles the US Navy is using to defend its aircraft carriers – 18 May 2025. 36
Danish frigates to receive state-of-the-art missile shield for air defence – 19 May 2025 39
Iran strengthens defence of Strait of Hormuz as nuclear talks progress – 18 May 2025 43