Antonina Tumanova
Putin wants to cease fire for a day due to fear for security during the parade. The NSDC calls this an attempt to pass off his own vulnerability as a great favor.
137 combat engagements occurred at the front over the past day. The occupiers used more than 4.6 thousand kamikaze drones and carried out 2,476 shellings of UAF positions.
Reports are circulating online regarding the detention of TCC employees in the Kyiv region. The reason may be a bribe. The Kyiv Regional TCC stated that they have initiated a service investigation, but did not disclose details.
Donald Trump announced the end of the wars in Ukraine and Iran on a similar schedule. After a conversation with Putin, he expressed hope for a swift resolution of the conflicts.
A car exploded near a supermarket in Kharkiv, injuring a passerby. The blast wave damaged the windows of nearby buildings and the store premises.
During a phone call, Putin offered Trump assistance regarding the issue of Iranian enriched uranium. Trump urged to first end the war in Ukraine.
U. S. spending on the war in Iraq is estimated at $25 billion. The funds were spent on ammunition and equipment, and the Pentagon is preparing a new request to Congress.
Zelenskyy and Minister of Defense Fedorov discussed strikes at a range of 150 km. The goal is for the occupiers' losses to exceed the pace of their mobilization.
Putin and Trump discussed a Victory Day truce for over an hour. Trump stated that a deal to resolve the military conflict in Ukraine is close.
Starting May 1, the cashback limit at gas stations will be 500 hryvnias per month. The program has been extended until the end of May with a refund of up to 15% of the fuel cost.
From January to April 2024, the Russian Federation exported 850,000 tons of grain from the occupied territories. Ukraine is preparing sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet.
The government has simplified participation in the Screening 40+ program and limited the timeframe for using the funds. Applications can now be submitted via the Diia portal regardless of the applicant's date of birth.
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the tariff of 4. 32 UAH per kWh until October 31, 2026. For homes with electric heating, a preferential price will apply during the winter period.
Ruslan Kravchenko initiated a UN suicide prevention program. UNICEF will expand the network of Barnahus centers to protect children's rights.
According to Zelenskyy, sanctions have been introduced against Russian entities involved in the abduction of Ukrainian children, as well as against vessels of the Russian shadow fleet. The President announced the preparation of another sanctions package of particular significance.
The Russian army struck an energy facility in the Mykolaiv region with a "Shahed" drone; some consumers were left without electricity. There are no casualties, and restoration work is underway.
According to the General Staff, the enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. A total of 54 attacks on the positions of the Defense Forces were recorded.
Synoptic Natalia Didenko forecasts warming up to 20 degrees over the weekend of May 2-3. Frosts will recede, and next week will become even warmer.
King Charles urged the US Congress for unwavering support for Ukraine for the sake of peace. The monarch emphasized the historical unity of the two nations in the face of threats.
147 combat engagements occurred over the past day; the enemy used 5,200 drones and 151 guided aerial bombs. The highest number of attacks was recorded in the Pokrovsk direction — 42 assaults.
Julie Davis is leaving her post due to disagreement with Trump regarding aid to Ukraine. The diplomat only began her work in Kyiv in May 2025.
Charles met with Trump in the Oval Office to ease tensions. Britain hopes to smooth over the conflict following criticism of the president.
In Lviv, a 42-year-old Australian jumped from the Town Hall observation deck. The man left a suicide note asking not to blame anyone.
The Russian dictator stated there is a risk of an environmental catastrophe due to strikes on energy facilities in Tuapse. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the hit on the oil refinery and a radar station.
Zelenskyy has approved arms exports in cases of production surplus of up to 50%. Companies will receive automatic permits to sell surplus equipment and drones.
The President of the United States and the First Lady welcomed the royal family on the South Lawn of the White House. The ceremony included a 21-gun salute and a review of the troops.
The Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) reported on Moscow's plans for operations against NATO and the involvement of Belarus. Ukraine will inform its partners and strengthen sanctions against Russia's military-industrial complex.
The Holy Synod has named three candidates for the post of head of the Georgian Orthodox Church. An expanded Church Council is to be held by May 17.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine's Defense Forces are ensuring the destruction of the Russian army's offensive potential, with the rate of the occupiers' irreversible losses already at approximately 60% of total casualties.
In Mykolaiv, a businessman was abducted and tortured with electricity for $360,000. After receiving part of the ransom, the man was released in serious condition.