Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the head of the SBU, Vasyl Malyuk, with the title of Hero of Ukraine. The corresponding decree No. 299/2025 was published on the website of the head of state.
Russian drones attacked Uman and surrounding villages, damaging an educational institution and a residential building. A man was injured by fragments of a UAV in Dmytrushky.
Tomorrow, the Verkhovna Rada will meet to ratify the agreement between Ukraine and the USA on minerals. The agreement envisages the creation of a joint fund for investments in the mining industry.
US President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation marking the 80th anniversary of Germany's surrender. He stressed the importance of protecting freedom and expressed his commitment to ending wars.
At the Moscow airport, Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who arrived for the May 9 parade, was met by Russian Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine stated that the information about the terrorist attack in Kharkiv, spread in Telegram, allegedly from the official page of Minister Umerov, is a fake. The Minister of Defense does not have official accounts in Telegram.
A fire broke out in a farm building in the Kryvyi Rih district. During the extinguishing, firefighters rescued a small puppy that was not injured.
The European Union is considering sanctions against Litasco Middle East DMCC, a division of Lukoil, for helping the "shadow fleet" that transports Russian oil.
Zaporizhzhia NPP is again under threat of blackout due to Russian shelling. The station receives power from only one power line, which poses a threat to radiation safety.
Russian air defense allegedly destroyed 5 Neptune missiles, 6 JDAMs, 2 HIMARS and 524 UAVs in a day. At this time, airports were closed in the Russian Federation and drone attacks were reported.
Russian forces attacked an infrastructure object in Zaporizhzhia, said the head of the OVA Ivan Fedorov. According to preliminary data, the city was attacked by more than 15 "Shaheds", information about the victims is being clarified.
The Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia, buildings were damaged, there may be people under the rubble. A fire broke out in one of the city's districts, emergency services are working at the scene.
Mourning days have been declared in the Sumy community on May 7 and 8 in connection with the tragic ballistic missile strike on May 6 on one of the starostynsky districts. There are victims as a result of the attack.
The number of victims of the Russian strike on the outskirts of Sumy has risen to three. A 6-year-old boy, a 20-year-old woman and a 41-year-old man were killed, and there are also wounded.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived at the White House, where he was met by US President Donald Trump. The leaders held talks in the Oval Office, where Trump noted Carney's victory in the election.
On May 3, 2025, Russian military personnel shot three captured Ukrainian Armed Forces servicemen in the Volnovakha district. The Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into the war crime.
The Russian army attacked the outskirts of Sumy with a ballistic missile, killing a child. Six more people were injured, most of them children, one child is in extremely serious condition.
The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the procedure for conscription for military service during mobilization. Those liable for military service and reservists will receive referrals for medical examination through the Unified State Register.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has appointed Friedrich Merz as Chancellor. The powers of the Chancellor are transferred to Merz, the CDU leader received 325 votes in the second round of voting.
The College of Cardinals held its final meeting before the conclave, where it annulled the Ring of the Fisherman and the lead seal of Pope Francis. The meeting discussed the Pope's reforms and the need for peace.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Foreign Policy supported the ratification of the agreement between Ukraine and the United States regarding minerals. The ratification of the agreement on minerals was supported by 11 members of the committee.
Ukrainian servicemen who defended Ukraine in various directions, including Mariupol, have been released. This is the 64th exchange, with a total of 4,757 citizens released.
Today, Ukraine returned 205 soldiers, including defenders of Mariupol and defenders of the entire front line. The President thanked the UAE for their assistance in the exchange.
Sasha Bo's ex-husband, Igor Pustovit, proposed to his girlfriend Victoria, who is 13 years younger than him. The girl has already changed her surname on Instagram.
Olena Zelenska visited the Czech library, where a Ukrainian bookshelf was opened. Also, the Czech Republic is helping Ukraine to restore first prints damaged by the Russians.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Olaf Scholz, noting Germany's important role in supporting Ukraine and the Chancellor's personal efforts. They discussed further assistance.
Donald Trump reported that he discussed the war in Ukraine, the situation in Syria and an invitation to visit Turkey with Recep Erdoğan. Trump emphasized the end of the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Since the beginning of the day, 89 combat clashes have taken place on the front, in the Pokrovsk direction the enemy has made 32 attempts to dislodge Ukrainian defenders from their positions.
Temporary restrictions have been introduced at two Arkhangelsk airports, Talagi and Vaskovo.
Russian troops shelled Kupyansk with artillery, wounding two civilians. Private houses were damaged, an investigation into war crimes has been launched.
