Daily news May 15th 2025

Overview of major international events occurring between May 14th and 15th, 2025, highlighting significant developments in the United States, Europe, China, and several conflict zones. They cover U.S. domestic policy changes and President Trump's foreign engagements in the Middle East and with Ukraine, European diplomatic efforts concerning the Ukraine war and internal political matters, and China's complex relationship with the U.S. including trade discussions and tensions over Taiwan. Additionally, the texts describe the ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan, as well as updates from other flashpoints like Libya and Afghanistan, all while also noting the Vatican's focus on peace under the new Pope Leo XIV.