The Bulletin

• Pakistan shoots down Indian drone: Pakistan said its army shot down an "Indian drone" that was trying to violate its airspace along the Line of Control, the de facto frontier that separates Kashmiri territory between the two nuclear-armed rivals, according to the country's state-run television.

• Europe power outage: Spain and parts of Portugal and France on Monday were hit by a widespread power outage caused by a "rare atmospheric phenomenon," according to Redes Energéticas Nacionais, Portugal's grid operator.

• Trump's critique of Putin: Russian state media has deliberately omitted Trump's criticism of its leader from its coverage, according to an independent Russian investigative outlet. Know more.

• US navy loses fighter jet in Red Sea: A fighter jet fell off a U.S. Navy ship on Monday, according to military officials. Get more details.

• Trump demands investigations: President Trump has said pollsters that have shown his approval ratings sliding in recent weeks should be investigated for "election fraud." Find out more.

• In the Russia-Ukraine war, Russian officials said on April 26 that Moscow's troops had retaken all of the Kursk region where Ukraine had staged an incursion in August. Newsweek's map shows how the front line in the Kursk region has developed over the last eight months.

The rundown: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney repeatedly took aim at President Donald Trump in his victory speech after his Liberal Party won Canada's federal election. Read his full remarks.

Why it matters: The election was called shortly after 10 p.m. ET for Carney, after polls closed at 7 p.m. PT in British Columbia. In his speech before supporters in Ottawa, Carney emphasized the importance of unity in the face of threats from Washington. "Our old relationship with the United States, a relationship based on steadily increasing integration, is over. The system of open global trade anchored by the United States, a system that Canada has relied on since the Second World War, a system that, while not perfect, has helped deliver prosperity for a country for decades. Is over. These are tragedies, but it's also our new reality," he said.

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Pierre Poilievre Loses Own Seat in Canada Election Humbling

TL/DR: Carney took over as prime minister after his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, left office earlier this year with low favorability ratings.

What happens now? Carney's Liberal Party is expected to win enough seats to form a government, but it is not yet clear if they will secure a majority.

Deeper reading Mark Carney Repeatedly Attacks Donald Trump in Victory Speech

The rundown: Trump's second administration is now 100 days old. Some of Newsweek Opinion's top writers have sent in their thoughts about these hectic three months. See what they have to say here.

Why it matters: Trump's second term has hit the 100-day mark, sparking sharply divided opinions. Supporters like Steve Cortes and Paul du Quenoy hail it as a triumphant return, highlighting swift immigration crackdowns, revived energy independence, economic reform and the dismantling of DEI programs. Jonathan Tobin praises Trump's attack on the "deep state" and left-wing bureaucracy, while Barbara Perry calls his impact even more sweeping than FDR's. Conversely, critics such as David Faris decry what they see as authoritarian abuses and civil rights violations. Darvio Morrow warns of political overreach and tanking poll numbers, and Matt Robison sees chaos but hopes for democratic pushback.

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Map Shows Trump's Approval Rating in Each State After 100 Days

TL/DR: To some it may feel like a lifetime, for others the time will have flown by.

What happens now? Trump’s polarizing leadership has sparked celebration and alarm—setting a dramatic stage for what’s next.

Deeper reading Is Trump Making America Great Again in First 100 Days? Newsweek Writers' Verdict

The rundown: Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky's proposal for an immediate and full 30-day ceasefire is currently "impossible," the Kremlin said, according to Russian state media. Find out why.

Why it matters: Dmitry Peskov, spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin, said that "without resolving all the nuances, this is impossible" in response to Zelensky's proposed ceasefire, RIA reported. Putin has declared a unilateral temporary truce to coincide with Russia's "Victory Day" celebrations in May, marking 80 years since the end of World War II. Peskov said Moscow does not know if Kyiv intends to adhere to Putin's short truce. He also said starting direct talks with Ukraine is a priority for Russia. The White House noted Putin's declaration, but said Trump is frustrated by the leaders in Moscow and Kyiv, and wants a permanent ceasefire.

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Putin's Fear of Attacks on Victory Day Behind Abrupt Ceasefire: Kyiv

TL/DR: Trump, who is attempting to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine, has threatened to walk away from the process unless there is substantial progress very soon.

What happens now? Ukraine has not ruled out direct talks with Russia, but said it can only happen once there is a mutual ceasefire in place.

Deeper reading Russia Rejects Zelensky Ceasefire Proposal: 'Impossible'

The rundown: The former Social Security commissioner has warned that Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) actions at the federal agency could lead to the "collapse of the entire system" that pays benefits to 70 million Americans. Learn more.

Why it matters: In conversation with Democracy Now's Amy Goodman, Biden-era commissioner Martin O'Malley said that DOGE cutbacks at the agency could "cascade into a collapse" of the entire Social Security system. He said that jobs cuts—first announced by the agency in late February—have resulted in "50 percent reduction in the people that keep the IT systems going." In a press release on February 27, the SSA confirmed that it would be undertaking workforce reductions through voluntary early retirement for those over 50 years of age who meet certain service requirements, and resignation for other staff members. Employees who take either of these options would be eligible for voluntary separation incentive payments.

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DOGE's Control of SSA Data Could Harm Millions of Americans: Report

TL/DR: DOGE, under the helm of Donald Trump adviser and tech billionaire Elon Musk, began working at the SSA in February, shortly after the Trump administration entered the White House.

What happens now? No official changes to benefit distributions—which take place monthly—have occurred.

Deeper reading Social Security Could Collapse Entirely Under Trump, Former Chief Warns

The rundown: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has warned that Republicans risk losing the 2026 midterms if they fail to deliver Trump's campaign promises on tax cuts, as internal party divisions threaten to derail a sweeping legislative package. Read more.

Why it matters: The Georgia representative shared a poll she had previously taken on X, formerly Twitter, asking respondents if they would support House Republicans in 2026 if they did not deliver on Trump's promise of no tax on tips, overtime, and Social Security. Eighty-four percent of respondents said no. She wrote: "Some 'conservative' House Republicans are fighting against President Trump's tax campaign promises." Congressional Republicans are developing a sweeping legislative package based on Trump's agenda, which includes proposals on taxes, immigration and energy. The tax cuts build on a major round of tax cuts that Trump passed in 2017 during his first term.

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The Democratic Civil War Is Escalating

TL/DR: The Republican Party is grappling with internal divisions over a sweeping legislative package based on Trump's policy agenda, which threaten to delay or weaken one of their biggest legislative efforts of the term.

What happens now? Congressional Republicans are scrambling to bridge the internal divisions and shore up the support needed to pass the legislative proposals. Top White House and congressional officials have set out a tight deadline to pass the legislation by July 4, but that timeline may prove difficult given the ongoing debates over how to structure the bill and how to offset the costs of the package.

Deeper reading Marjorie Taylor Greene Issues Midterms Warning to Republicans