Despite Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire proposal on May 6, Russian forces continued strikes on multiple regions, threatening civilian safety and Ukraine's innovation ecosystem.
The 2026 Moscow Victory Day parade will exclude military vehicles for the first time in years, reflecting operational and security challenges amid ongoing conflict.
The EU warns Serbia may lose €1.5 billion in reform funding due to democratic backsliding, raising concerns for the country’s tech startup funding and innovation environment.
Lithuania and Latvia block Slovak PM Robert Fico’s flight to Moscow for May 9 Victory Day, reflecting ongoing EU-Russia tensions impacting regional connectivity.