The inauguration of Pope Leo XIV took place in the Vatican, with Ukrainian delegates present. In his first speech, the pontiff emphasized the importance of peace in Ukraine and expressed his support for it.
The General Staff created a group to study the circumstances outlined by the commander of the 47th OMBR, and promises to check the expediency of the orders. This happened after the battalion commander's statement about ineffective command decisions.
Pope Leo XIV will meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Mass. During the service, Leo mentioned the "martyred" Ukraine and called for a just peace.
The occupiers plan to militarize Ukrainian children in Russian camps. Priority is given to those who are not involved in the "Yunarmia" or "Zarnitsa", the camps operate under the auspices of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.
In the Vatican, Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Vice President Pence for the first time after their dispute in the White House. It happened at the enthronement of the Pope.
Ukraine and Russia have reached an agreement on the exchange of prisoners of war "1000 for 1000. " According to Umerov, the authorities are doing everything possible to ensure that Ukrainians return home as soon as possible.
Latvian volunteer Ņikita Tarenkov died on the Ukrainian front. He was wounded while repelling the offensive and died from a drone strike during the evacuation.
On May 18, Ukraine commemorates the victims of the deportation of the Crimean Tatar people. Zelenskyy stressed that the tragedy was repeated in 2014 with the occupation of Crimea by Russia.
On May 18, Pope Leo XIV officially took the Holy See in the Vatican. World leaders and about 250,000 pilgrims attended the inaugural mass.
On the night of May 18, the Russians attacked Kyiv region with drones. In the Obukhiv district, a 28-year-old woman died, two people and a 4-year-old boy were injured, and houses were damaged.
The first round of presidential elections started in Poland today. Poles are choosing from 13 candidates, and the second round will take place on June 1 if none of them scores more than 50%.
An explosion occurred near an infertility clinic in Palm Springs. The FBI called it a terrorist attack, one person died and there are injuries. The causes of the explosion are being investigated.
Over the past day, Russian troops shelled 7 settlements in the Kharkiv region, damaging residential buildings, a bakery, and a farm. 167 combat clashes were recorded.
Two skiers died as a result of an avalanche in Switzerland, and five more were injured on Mount Eiger. A large-scale rescue operation is underway.
After MP Nataliya Pipa's appeal against Anna Alkhim, three criminal proceedings have been opened under articles on treason, incitement of hatred, and threats to a statesman. The blogger is criticized for speaking Russian.
The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a reality show where 12 immigrants compete for citizenship. Participants will perform cultural and physical tasks while traveling the country.
At the talks in Istanbul, the Ukrainian delegation discussed the possibility of a meeting between Zelensky and Putin. It is at such a meeting that an agreement on a ceasefire can be reached.
Negotiations in Istanbul ended without a breakthrough on a ceasefire due to unrealistic conditions set by the Russians. European leaders are coordinating actions and condemning Moscow's position.
Bridget Brink stated that she cannot conscientiously implement the policy of the Trump administration, which puts pressure on Ukraine, not on Russia. She emphasized that the only way to protect US interests is to resist autocrats.
Legendary Tim Curry was spotted in Los Angeles after 13 years of battling the effects of a stroke. Despite health problems, the 79-year-old actor remains active and participates in projects.
The Latvian Defense Intelligence Service calls on citizens to be attentive to suspicious persons who may be spies with backpacks and radios. Especially if they are interested in infrastructure and photograph objects.
In Istanbul, negotiations between the delegations of Ukraine and Russia have concluded. Further negotiations are possible, but not scheduled.
The Kyiv City State Administration urged Kyiv residents not to visit beaches and places of mass gatherings of people near the water for safety reasons. The decision is valid from May 17, 2023.
The state will reimburse institutions for the cost of consumed housing and communal services during the temporary accommodation of internally displaced persons. Compensation will be provided through the Pension Fund.
Pope Leo XIV has offered the Vatican as a neutral platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Cardinal Pietro Parolin called the results of the Turkish meetings tragic.
An outbreak of hepatitis A has been recorded in the Vidradnyi district of Kyiv, with 65 people infected, including 31 children. All schoolchildren have been transferred to distance learning.
lukashenko announced belarus' readiness for joint military exercises with russia, which will supposedly be of a defensive nature. Zelenskyy warns of the threat of russia using belarus.
Insiders have denied rumors of Bieber's connection with rapper Diddy as a teenager. Bieber's representative condemned Diddy's actions against other victims.
Tommy Lee and Brittany Furlan, his fourth wife, have separated after 6 years of marriage. The musician's alcohol problems are the likely cause of the breakup.
The launch of the first Australian Eris rocket was delayed due to a fairing failure. It unexpectedly fell off even before refueling. Gilmour Space is investigating the cause of the malfunction.
