Retired U.S. General David Petraeus says Ukraine will face depleted Russian forces when it launches its counteroffensive: Live updates
Author: John Bacon, USA TODAY
China denies ‘bullying,’ accuses US of provocations in Taiwan: Updates
Chinese officials dismissed accusations of bullying made by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and said the U.S. is fueling Taiwan separatist activities.
‘Harshest punishment’ vowed in India train crash; electronic system blamed: June 4 recap
An error in India’s electronic signaling system was blamed for one of the world’s deadliest train crashes in decades.
Sweden draws closer to NATO membership; Zelenskyy lobbies for Ukraine approval: Live updates
Zelenskyy said all countries that border Russia should be granted full membership in the European Union and NATO. Updates.
Are UFOs real? Watch NASA’s much-anticipated public hearing
NASA says UAPs are of interest for national security as well as air safety. Here’s what unfolded at today’s public hearing.
Is it fair game for Ukraine to strike in Russian soil? US and allies disagree: Live updates
A Russian regional governor said his province was shelled by Ukraine for the third time this week, a day after Moscow was hit in a drone attack.
North Korea vows second attempt after rocket carrying military spy satellite crashed into sea: Updates
Japan is committed to shooting down a missile or satellite that crosses its boundaries, and the U.S. and Seoul would likely back Japan, expert says.
Ukraine drone attack hits Moscow buildings; Russia issues warrant for Lindsey Graham: May 30 recap
At least eight armed Ukrainian drones targeted the Moscow region early Tuesday, Russian authorities said, damaging several buildings. Updates.
Florida mom who challenged Amanda Gorman poem and other books says she only read parts of the material
The Florida mom whose complaints prompted an acclaimed poem and multiple books to be restricted also apologized for an antisemitic post she shared.
Lindsey Graham’s ‘Russians are dying’ comments draw strong Kremlin rebuke: Ukraine updates
“The Russian military is about to have holy hell released on them,” Sen. Lindsey Graham said of Ukraine’s counteroffensive. Updates.