Ukraine-Russia Diplomacy: Zelensky says Putin’s response to his open letter is “weak” and that Russia is choosing war again, as preparations for talks with European leaders continue in London; Putin meanwhile rejects face-to-face talks and insists on Russia’s war aims. France-Gaza Legal Action: France has opened a probe into alleged “torture” and “war crimes” by Israeli authorities against French activists from the Gaza flotilla, after complaints citing sexual violence, beatings and humiliation. Turkey in the Spotlight (Sports): Northern Ireland suffered a controversial 2-1 loss to Turkey in a World Cup qualifier in Istanbul, with a late winner after a handball incident. Black Sea Incident: A Turkish-flagged fishing boat was attacked west of Crimea, sinking; one fisherman died and others were evacuated. World Cup & Visas: Iran’s World Cup squad has been granted U.S. visas after passports were submitted via Turkey, clearing travel for the Mexico-based campaign. Turkey Economy: OECD-linked data cited by Turkish media shows inflation at 32.4% in April, far above the OECD average. Istanbul/Regional Watch: UN envoy Maria Angela Holguin will visit Cyprus next week and also travel to Türkiye and Greece for consultations.