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Daily Express - Negotiate? No, we’ll fight Putin to last man
Summary of the front page
The Daily Express turns its attention to the war in Ukraine. The Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, insists his countrymen would fight to the last man before they entered into any negotiation from a position of weakness, the paper reports.
The paper also reports on travel delays disrupting Easter weekend and ponders if Prince Harry will return to the UK for the King’s coronation.
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Father killed in shark attack while spearfishing off Rottnest Island, Australia
May 18, 2026
4:00 am
Steven Mattaboni, a 38-year-old father of two, was killed in a shark attack while spearfishing off Rottnest Island. He suffered severe injuries before attempts at resuscitation failed. His wife, Shirene, shared their heartbreak. The family is seeking support during this tragic time.
Zelenskyy confirms Ukrainian long-range sanctions hit Moscow region
May 18, 2026
3:00 am
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed an attack on the Moscow region, stating that “Ukrainian long-range sanctions” successfully struck the area. This development highlights ongoing military actions amid the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
Man drives into pedestrians in Modena, injuring eight, four critically
May 18, 2026
12:00 am
A man in Modena, Italy, injured eight pedestrians, four critically, by driving onto the pavement. Salim El Koudri, 31, known for mental disorders, attacked further by stabbing a bystander. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is set to visit the city this Sunday.
Modena driver confirmed not suspected of terrorism, says Italy’s minister
May 17, 2026
11:00 pm
Italy’s Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi confirmed that the 31-year-old man who drove into a crowd in Modena on Saturday is not suspected of terrorism but is experiencing mental health issues. Authorities are investigating the incident further to assess the situation.
Drone strike targets UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant, causing fire
May 17, 2026
8:00 pm
A drone strike on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant has sparked a fire at its perimeter. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported. The International Atomic Energy Agency highlighted concerns over military threats to nuclear safety. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Modi strengthens EU-India ties during Sweden business round table meeting
May 17, 2026
7:00 pm
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a European tour, having recently met Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson and European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen in Gothenburg. Discussions included advances on the EU-India trade agreement, which aims to significantly enhance investment and economic ties between India and Europe.
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