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Russia’s Medvedev says worth considering all peace proposals on Ukraine

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. On the eve of the first anniversary of Russia’s special military op in Ukraine, the Chinese Foreign Ministry published a document containing proposals for a political settlement of the Ukrainian crisis https://tass.com/politics/1623355

Kalashnikov gunmaker working on new loitering munition — company head

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The Lancet drone manufactured by ZALA Aero (part of the Kalashnikov Group) is outfitted with several targeting systems based on coordinates, optoelectronics and combined technology https://tass.com/defense/1623353

US debt-ceiling: Chinese agency first to downgrade US credit rating, after Fitch warning

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Washington’s debt stand-off, with an ‘intensification of political divisions’, prompts mostly symbolic downgrade by China Chengxin International Credit Rating that reflects mounting Chinese concerns. https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3221941/us-debt-ceiling-chinese-agency-first-downgrade-us-credit-rating-after-fitch-warning?utm_source=rss_feed

Turkey’s Erdogan Woos Voters in Re-Election Campaign

New York Times President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has rock star appeal at his election rallies, promising to lead Turkey to claim its rightful place as a global power if he is re-elected in a runoff on Sunday. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/26/world/europe/turkey-erdogan-election.html

Gasoline Prices, a Source of Pain Last Year, Have Come Way Down

New York Times Reasons include a stronger supply of oil and weaker-than-expected demand, energy experts say. Some people are saving hundreds of dollars on fuel. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/26/business/energy-environment/oil-gasoline-prices-summer.html

Restaurant Chain Franchises Face Scrutiny From the FTC

New York Times Troubles at the restaurant chain Burgerim highlight concerns about whether franchisees need more protection in their contracts with franchisers. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/26/business/burgerim-ftc-franchise.html

Explosion Rocks Southern Russia’s Krasnodar in Apparent Drone Attack

Moscow Times There was speculation that the target may have been a cell tower in the city center. https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2023/05/26/explosion-rocks-southern-russias-krasnodar-in-apparent-drone-attack-a81294

GOP-led states step up with troops, law enforcement to help Texas tackle border woes

Fox News As Texas continues to grapple with an ongoing crisis at the southern border, now into its third year, Republican-led states are stepping up by sending troops, law enforcement and other resources to help secure the southern border. This week both Tennessee and Nebraska announced they would be sending personnel to the border, joining…

Hundreds of Thousands Have Lost Medicaid Coverage Since Pandemic Protections Expired

New York Times As states begin to drop people from their Medicaid programs, early data shows that many recipients are losing their coverage for procedural reasons. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/26/us/politics/medicaid-coverage-pandemic-loss.html

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum Poised to Enter GOP Presidential Race

Wall Street Journal The wealthy former software entrepreneur is planning a June 7 announcement in Fargo, N.D. https://www.wsj.com/articles/north-dakota-gov-doug-burgum-poised-to-enter-gop-presidential-race-d6676d43