May 13, 2026
US
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The day was dominated by President Trump's arrival in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping, with Iran war and Taiwan policy as key agenda items. Multiple outlets covered the red-carpet welcome and the presence of top executives. The South Carolina Supreme Court unanimously overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction, ordering a new trial due to clerk misconduct. Kevin Warsh was confirmed as Fed chair amid rising inflation. Iran's internal crackdown deepened despite the ceasefire hold. China gains a major edge on the US amid the Iran war, according to an intelligence report.
Israel
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The day began with reports of Hezbollah's largest drone swarm and Iran's missile recovery, but the dominant story was the political crisis. By late morning, coalition leaders submitted a bill to dissolve the Knesset, aiming to control election timing after a breakdown with Haredi parties over the conscription law. Earlier, Netanyahu's secret UAE visit during the Iran war was revealed, described as a historic breakthrough. The day also saw reports of a massive US military presence in Israel and warnings that Gaza fighting may resume.
Germany
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The day opened with reports of the coalition summit dragging into the night without decisions, as Bild and FR noted half of Germans wanting the government to end. By mid-morning, the focus shifted to the collapse of the 1,000-euro relief bonus, with RP Online confirming it was off the table and Welt blaming the SPD. In the afternoon, Merz vowed a comprehensive summer reform package covering taxes and pensions, as reported by WAZ and Zeit. The AfD continued to gain in polls, with Junge Freiheit reporting a six-point lead over the Union. Meanwhile, the US-China summit dominated foreign coverage, with Welt warning of a potential deal harming Germany and TAZ framing it as a test of strength. Russia's Baltic naval advance also drew attention, with Welt highlighting Moscow's deployment of the destroyer 'Severomorsk' in the Lübeck Bight.
France
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The day was dominated by the appeal trial of Nicolas Sarkozy, with prosecutors again seeking seven years in prison for the former president over alleged Libyan financing of his 2007 campaign. This story received sustained coverage from multiple outlets throughout the afternoon and evening. The hantavirus outbreak continued as a secondary story, with health officials confirming no symptoms among contact cases and awaiting mutation test results. Trump's visit to China for talks with Xi Jinping amid the Iran war was covered, with the IEA warning of record oil stock depletion. PSG won its 14th Ligue 1 title in the evening, receiving live coverage from sports outlets.
Lebanon
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The day's dominant story was the Israeli drone campaign targeting vehicles along the coastal highway from Jiyeh to Saida, killing at least 29 people. This mobile assassination tactic, described as 'car hunting,' escalated throughout the day, with seven vehicles struck. Hezbollah responded with claimed ambushes and drone attacks on Israeli forces. Diplomatically, Lebanon filed an unprecedented UN complaint against Iran for interference, while President Aoun's arms monopoly decision was called 'final and irreversible.' A preliminary Lebanese-American meeting took place in Washington ahead of negotiations. The day also saw Trump meeting Xi in Beijing with the Iran file as a top priority.
Ukraine
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The day was dominated by a massive Russian combined air assault using Shahed drones and missiles, described as one of the largest since the start of the war. In the morning, Zelensky warned of over a hundred drones, and by midday, Ukraine's intelligence reported a new combined attack targeting critical infrastructure. The assault continued into the evening, with Zelensky stating Russia had launched 800 drones and warning of possible missile launches. Civilians were killed in Rivne and Ivano-Frankivsk, and railway infrastructure was hit. The attack was linked by DeepState to the cost of a temporary ceasefire. Meanwhile, Trump arrived in China, and the US Congress took a step toward allocating $1.3 billion in new aid to Ukraine.
Palestine
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The day's dominant story was Hamas's readiness to hand over Gaza administration to a national committee, reported by multiple sources in the afternoon. This came as UN envoy Mladenov demanded Hamas disarm, not dissolve politically. Earlier, editors focused on the storming of Joseph's Tomb by thousands of settlers led by Minister Smotrich, which resulted in the killing of a Palestinian teenager in a related settler attack on Salfit villages. In the morning, the detention of a senior UN official at Ben Gurion Airport by Israeli security was highlighted. Hezbollah operations continued with drone swarms overwhelming Israeli positions, while Israeli strikes killed eight in Lebanon. By evening, an Israeli minister stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque, seen as an escalation of Judaization policy.
UK
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The day was dominated by Wes Streeting's expected resignation, which overshadowed the King's Speech. In the morning, Streeting held a brief 16-minute showdown with Starmer at No 10, leaving stone-faced. By mid-morning, reports emerged that Streeting was preparing to resign after the King's Speech, triggering a Labour leadership contest. The King's Speech proceeded with 35-37 new bills, but media focus remained on the Labour civil war. Starmer later signaled he would fight a leadership challenge, warning that supporting Streeting would be a disaster. In the afternoon, Starmer cracked jokes in the Commons, while Streeting snapped at Badenoch. By evening, a three-way fight for Labour leadership was reported, with Ed Miliband also considering a bid. Meanwhile, Trump arrived in China for a summit with Xi Jinping, with Iran war and Taiwan on the agenda.
Iran
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The dominant story on May 13 was Netanyahu's secret wartime visit to Abu Dhabi, hosted by UAE's bin Zayed, reported by BBC Persian, Tasnim News, and Radio Farda as a 'historic breakthrough' in Israel-UAE ties. Earlier in the day, oil loading at Kharg Island reportedly halted, with VOA Persian and Radio Farda covering the 75-day internet blackout. Trump arrived in Beijing for talks expected to cover the Iran war and Taiwan arms sales. The execution of Ehsan Afrashte on espionage charges continued to feature, with VOA Persian, BBC Persian, and Kayhan London reporting. By evening, US Energy Secretary warned Iran is 'alarmingly close' to nuclear weapons, while Tasnim News English claimed Iran will block US arms in the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia
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The day began with state-aligned outlets leading on Putin's praise for the successful Sarmat ICBM test, with Komsomolskaya Pravda calling it 'two thousand Hiroshimas'. By mid-morning, the Moscow Times reported that generals promised Putin to capture Donbas by autumn, while Lenta.ru cited Kremlin conditions for peace talks. In the afternoon, the focus shifted to Putin replacing the governors of Belgorod and Bryansk regions, both bordering Ukraine, with new appointees including a Hero of Russia who captured Avdeevka. Meanwhile, Moscow banned publication of drone attack aftermath photos and videos, framed as anti-fake measures. Independent outlets covered Trump's arrival in China for talks with Xi Jinping, and the corruption scandal around Zelensky's aide Yermak continued.
Italy
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The day began with the Hantavirus scare fading as all suspected cases in Italy tested negative, but the focus quickly shifted. By mid-morning, the Naples prosecutor's office revealed a major data breach: corrupt police officers stole and sold personal data of celebrities, athletes, and singers to private agencies, with a price list. This story dominated coverage across outlets. In the early afternoon, the missing mother and two children from Friuli were found alive but unwilling to be traced, sparking a media frenzy. Premier Meloni's parliamentary address opened dialogue with opposition but led to a sharp exchange with Renzi, who likened the government to the Addams Family. In the evening, Inter won the Coppa Italia, completing a double.
Japan
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The day was dominated by President Trump's arrival in Beijing for his summit with Xi Jinping, covered by multiple outlets throughout the day. The retrial reform bill cleared a key party hurdle, with cabinet approval expected soon. Domestically, the Nikkei average closed above 63,000 for the first time, and SoftBank Group posted a record net profit. The Nidec quality scandal continued to unfold, with over 1,000 suspected cases. Other stories included a nursing home abuse case in Hiroshima and a ban on retractable car door handles in China.
Netherlands
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The day was dominated by two major stories. In the morning, coverage of the Loosdrecht riots continued, with politicians condemning the violence and police making arrests. By afternoon, strict vehicle checks were imposed in Loosdrecht, and reports emerged about far-right networks fueling the protests. Meanwhile, the mortgage interest deduction cliff gained traction: multiple outlets reported that civil servants warned inaction is not an option, with the VVD reportedly stalling. The IMF lowered Dutch growth forecasts due to the Iran crisis, and Rabobank warned of fuel shortages. In the evening, police deployed water cannons in Loosdrecht to end protests.
India
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The day was dominated by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's successful floor test, securing 144 votes with support from 25 rebel AIADMK MLAs, effectively splitting the AIADMK. The AIADMK leadership responded by sacking rebel leaders. In the morning, the floor test unfolded with DMK walking out, and by early afternoon, Vijay's victory was confirmed. The NEET-UG paper leak investigation continued with CBI raids and arrests, while the Supreme Court heard a plea to restructure the NTA. CBSE Class 12 results were released with a pass percentage of 85.20%. Prateek Yadav's post-mortem revealed pulmonary embolism as cause of death. Trump arrived in China for high-stakes talks, and Air India suspended flights on 29 international routes due to rising fuel costs from the Iran war. Karnataka's Congress government withdrew the BJP-era hijab ban in schools.
Poland
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The day began with a massive Russian attack on Ukraine, prompting Poland to scramble fighter jets, a security crisis that dominated the morning. However, by early afternoon, editorial focus shifted back to the Ziobro scandal, with Foreign Minister Sikorski announcing action regarding Ziobro's flight to the USA. Throughout the afternoon and evening, coverage centered on Ziobro's legal window to travel, reactions from PiS and President Duda, and the possibility of seeking his extradition. Other stories included the extension of the fuel price relief program, a court ruling recognizing a child as having three parents, and a night shooting in Lubin. The day's coverage shows editors prioritizing the Ziobro affair over the security crisis, reflecting a sustained political scandal.
Spain
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The day was dominated by two major stories. In the morning, Interior Minister Marlaska was booed at a Guardia Civil ceremony while expressing anger over two agents' deaths in Huelva, sparking political crossfire: PP questioned the lack of aerial resources, PSOE blocked recognition of Guardia Civil as a risk profession, and Manos Limpias filed a criminal complaint against Marlaska for negligent homicide. Meanwhile, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez continued to dominate coverage, denouncing a conspiracy and calling early elections, with Enrique Riquelme emerging as a potential rival. The hantavirus crisis persisted with a severe case in France and political blame between Torres and Clavijo. Congress suspended accreditation of far-right agitators Vito Quiles and Bertrand Ndongo. Trump landed in China for a summit with Xi.
Turkey
•13.05.2026
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•11 days ago
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The day was dominated by the bribery scandal within CHP, as Özkan Yalım's detailed confessions implicated leader Özgür Özel in cash deliveries. Sabah, Aydınlık, and Gerçek Gündem reported Yalım's claim that Özel instructed him to place 1.2 million TL in a bag and leave it at his doorstep. CHP denied the allegations. Meanwhile, the espionage trial of Ekrem İmamoğlu continued with a decision to maintain detention for all defendants. In the afternoon, President Erdoğan visited Kazakhstan to strengthen trade ties. A large-scale DEAŞ operation across 47 provinces netted 324 suspects. The day also saw the transfer of Özkan Yalım to Çorlu Prison, with media noting the difficulty of his stay in Silivri after confessing.
China
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The day opened with state media uniformly leading on Xi Jinping's three meetings with foreign leaders, framing them as a demonstration of China's diplomatic initiative ahead of the Trump summit. By mid-morning, the narrative shifted to Xi's stories of China-US friendship, with outlets like People's Daily and CCTV emphasizing a 'better future' for relations. External outlets focused on Trump's arrival in a 'totally changed China' (SCMP), AI-driven job losses in Hong Kong (HKFP), and US executives' stakes (Caixin). At noon, Trump's plane landed in Beijing, with state media (Guangming Daily, Global Times) covering the arrival and Han Zheng greeting. The afternoon saw continued summit framing: CCTV and China Daily highlighted 'the weight of China-US summit diplomacy,' while SCMP reported on Pete Hegseth's presence and the briefest trade talks yet. The dominant narrative was the Xi-Trump summit, with state outlets emphasizing historical responsibility and external outlets tracking the changed landscape.
Kenya
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The day's editorial focus was on Deputy President Gachagua's impeachment trial, with The Kenya Times reporting President Ruto's frantic phone call to Dr. Gikonyo during the proceedings, while Citizen covered National Assembly lawyers rejecting Gachagua's fair hearing claims. Dr. Gikonyo testified, confirming he treated Gachagua but denying hiding him. Morning coverage was dominated by the Africa Forward Summit aftermath, with 153 arrests (Citizen) and Ruto's diplomatic wins: the Court of Appeal upheld the Kenya–US health deal (The Kenya Times), and UN chief Guterres responded to Ruto's reform demands (Kenyans). By afternoon, attention shifted to Justice Njoki Ndung'u's ICC candidature launch (Citizen) and the LSK moving to the Supreme Court over surveillance (TV47 Digital). Late reports included KRA's sweeping powers in the new Finance Bill (Daily Nation) and IEBC warnings on ballot photo fines (Capital FM).
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