The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries to reduce visa overstays and abuse.
Greece has sharply increased Schengen visa refusals to Russian tourists in 2025, driven by EU policy changes amid security concerns, affecting travel and economic ties.
The US launched airstrikes on Iranian military and infrastructure sites, prompting retaliatory attacks on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating tensions with significant economic ramifications.
Polish opposition leader Jarosław Kaczyński calls to block Ukraine’s EU accession amid historical disputes and economic concerns, highlighting growing tensions ahead of Poland’s 2027 elections.
Russia has closed the Romanian consulate in St. Petersburg and expelled its acting consul, retaliating against Romania's shutdown of the Russian consulate in Constanta after a drone incident.
The US Senate voted 50-48 in favor of a resolution urging troop withdrawal from Iran conflict zones, signaling growing congressional concern despite the resolution's symbolic nature.
The EU and Mexico finalize a decade-long trade agreement eliminating most tariffs and reducing barriers, aiming to boost exports and investment amid shifting global trade dynamics.
Russia has granted agrément to Clemens von Goetze to become Germany's new ambassador amid ongoing tensions following the Ukraine conflict.
Lithuania and Latvia deny airspace access to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico en route to Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day events, illustrating ongoing EU-Russia tensions.