Ukraine's air defenses successfully thwarted an intense Russian air attack on Kyiv early Tuesday morning, shooting down all 18 missiles. This was the eighth time this month that Russian air raids had targeted the capital, and the attack was described as “exceptional in its density”. The international community has condemned Russia's actions and called for a de-escalation of the conflict in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia since 2014.
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China's special envoy to Europe is visiting Ukraine, Russia, and other European countries this week as tensions between Ukraine and Russia remain high. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is on a diplomatic offensive to secure military aid from France, Germany, and the UK, while his troops are making gains against the Kremlin. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak praised Ukraine's bravery and promised to give them hundreds more missiles and attack drones. China is seeking to play a role in the conflict, though it is unclear what that role will be.
Liverpool is hosting the 67th Eurovision Song Contest, which has been moved from Kyiv, Ukraine due to the ongoing conflict in the region. Locals have embraced Ukrainian culture and will be showing their support with British flags. The grand final will be a night of music, costumes, and culture, as the world watches to see who will win the continent's pop crown.
MGN, the publisher of the Daily Mirror, has admitted to unlawfully gathering information about Prince Harry and other celebrities and apologized for its actions. The trial, which began Wednesday, will determine if the Mirror Group is liable for damages for the alleged phone hacking. The case is being closely watched by the British media, as it could set a precedent for how the press is regulated in the U.K.
King Charles III was crowned in a historic ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London, with his son Prince Harry in attendance. The coronation was met with both celebration and protest, as some people gathered in Trafalgar Square to show their support for the Duchess of Sussex, while others held up posters reading "not my king". Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams has suggested that King Charles III should reach out to Harry and Meghan after the coronation.
The Bidens attended the coronation and a special reception for heads of state, where they met with Kate Middleton. Mrs. Biden described the experience as “really surreal” and the couple’s union as a historic moment in British history, as Charles III is the first reigning monarch to marry a commoner.
Prince Harry and Prince William reunited for the ceremony, but the estranged brothers had very different roles, with Harry not given any role in the ceremony or procession.
Key takeaways: The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla was a momentous occasion for the British Royal Family, attended by many world leaders…