The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at the level of 41. 5004 UAH/USD, strengthening it by 3 kopecks. In exchange offices, the dollar is trading at 41.40-41.48 UAH.
The Reconstruction Investment Fund has a mechanism that allows taking into account the new US military assistance as a contribution to the Fund. The US will receive Class A shares for the amount of assistance provided.
The Ukrainian PPP Agency and DFC signed agreements to launch the American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Fund. The agreements provide for equal partnership and management of the fund.
If Putin does not come to Turkey, there will be sanctions against the Russian Federation. Ukraine is ready for negotiations on a ceasefire, but Russia does not show readiness for de-escalation.
Zelenskyy announced his readiness to meet with Putin in Turkey to discuss a ceasefire. Ukraine is waiting for confirmation of Putin's participation and the possible joining of Trump to the negotiations.
Eurovision 2025 kicks off today in Basel. Ziferblat will perform at number 5.
Eurovision 2025 Scandal Overview: Criticism of Ziferblat's Costumes, Plagiarism Accusations, Support for Russia by Participants, and Song Censorship. Will the scandals affect the contest results?
Acting Head of the State Customs Service Serhiy Zvyagintsev is accused of not declaring a house near Kyiv worth over 100,000 dollars. The indictment has already been sent to court.
34 cases of hepatitis A have been recorded in Kyiv, 20 of which are in children. The causes of the outbreak are being investigated, specialists are conducting an epidemiological investigation and taking anti-epidemic measures.
The Russian group across the Oskil River is not capable of active assault actions due to the impossibility of effective supply. The occupiers cannot build a crossing due to fire damage.
Serhiy Leshchenko stated that Zelenskyy is going to Istanbul, but Putin is not. If Putin does not come, he will show weakness, and if he comes, he will be forced to invent fake arguments.
Serhiy Leshchenko stated that Putin is unlikely to agree to direct negotiations with Zelenskyy in Turkey. The President of Ukraine is ready for a meeting, but the Kremlin will avoid it.
The 69th song contest will be held in Basel. The band Ziferblat will represent Ukraine under number 5 in the first semi-final on May 13, watch online.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee is considering amendments to the bill on multiple citizenship. "Batkivshchyna" insists on a review by the Constitutional Court due to controversial provisions.
Ukraine celebrates 71 years of membership in UNESCO. Currently, 27 Ukrainian sites are under the organization's enhanced protection, and 7 sites are included in the World Heritage List.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 5470 UAH/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by 3 kopecks. In banks, the dollar is trading at 41.76-41.20 UAH.
Mother's Day is celebrated in Ukraine and the world. Also today is Train Day, the first of which appeared in ancient Greece, and Root Canal Treatment Day.
SBU detained Serhiy Oliynyk nicknamed "Umka". Illegal special signals installed on "Umka's" armored vehicle without permits were also dismantled.
Zelenskyy announced that he expects a response from Russia regarding a 30-day ceasefire starting on May 12. He emphasized that this would create a chance for diplomacy.
The French President announced the readiness of a new package of sanctions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to fully cease fire. A contingent is also being prepared to support the Ukrainian army.
The French President stated that the first level of defense is the Ukrainian army, the second is the guarantees of the allies. He wants a ceasefire to begin on Monday.
The German Chancellor stated that measures for peace in Ukraine will be discussed confidentially with the United States. Sanctions against Russia are also being discussed in the event of a refusal to cease fire.
Keir Starmer stated that if Putin does not cease fire for 30 days, Ukraine will receive increased military aid, and strict sanctions will be imposed against Russia. The leaders of the "Coalition of the Willing" demand peace without conditions.
Ukraine, together with its allies, demands a complete ceasefire from Russia from May 12 for 30 days. Monitoring is possible in coordination with the US for a real chance of diplomacy.
The US, Ukraine, and Europe have developed a list of 22 conditions for Putin, including a 30-day ceasefire. A US special representative is to hand over this document to the Russian dictator.
Dmitry Medvedev responded in a rude manner to the discussion of peace plans for Ukraine by the leaders of France, Poland, Britain, and Germany. Ukraine and its allies are ready for a ceasefire.
Hakan Fidan announced Turkey's readiness to undertake a mission to monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine, if one is established. Ankara reaffirms its commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.
During the day, 2,390 enemy shellings were recorded along the front line and in the residential sector of Donetsk region. Two people were killed, two were wounded, and 12 civilian objects were damaged.
Following the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, leaders held a phone conversation with Trump. Ukraine and allies are ready for a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday.
Six heads of the National Guard, responsible for logistics, have been suspended from their positions. This is due to NABU searches regarding possible violations in tenders.
