Alpine will change its name to Gucci Racing and update its livery to red and green. This is the first-ever F1 title sponsorship by a luxury fashion house.
Iran expressed solidarity with Oman over Donald Trump's threats to use force in international waters. The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemned the US actions.
EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Sweden to prepare a new defense package. Strengthening Ukraine's aviation with Gripen fighter jets will be discussed.
The Rada has rejected bill No. 12191 on the decriminalization of pornography. 207 deputies voted in favor of the initiative, which is insufficient to pass the decision.
Due to bad weather and Russian shelling, power outages have occurred in 12 regions. Consumption fell by 7.8% thanks to clear weather and weather-related outages; no restrictions are forecasted for today.
The Parliament has ratified the agreement on €90 billion in support from the EU for 2026-2027. The first tranche will arrive in June, with €45 billion expected this year.
The State Emergency Service is eliminating the consequences of severe weather in six regions, with the highest number of calls in the Kirovohrad region. As a result of strong winds and rain, there are no fatalities or injuries.
The Rada approved an increase in expenditures, including defense, by 1. 64 trillion UAH funded by an EU loan. The funds will be allocated for weaponry, military salaries, and energy protection.
The President thanked the Rada for the prompt ratification of the agreement with the EU regarding the 50 billion euro aid package. The funds will be directed toward Ukraine's defense and recovery.
Defense Forces struck an oil refinery in Tuapse and Russian reconnaissance assets with Storm Shadow missiles. Command posts, warehouses, and occupiers' radar stations were also destroyed.
The Office of the President showed EU ambassadors components found in Russian missiles. Ukraine calls for strengthened sanctions, including those targeting Russia's shadow fleet.
The U. S. diplomatic mission in Kyiv remains open and is operating without changes. Reports regarding the departure of American diplomats are false.
MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated that information regarding the departure of the US Embassy is untrue. The statement followed reports concerning Kaja Kallas.
A case regarding the supply of low-quality spare parts for armored vehicles worth 171 million UAH has been referred to court. The losses to the state from the scheme amount to 126 million UAH.
Ukraine will be integrated into efforts regarding Europe's defense priorities, including air defense and drones. This year, 28.3 billion euros will be allocated for the country's military needs.
During the day, 317 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. The enemy used 202 guided aerial bombs and over 8,000 kamikaze drones.
Global oil prices rose by 3% after Iran's strike on a US airbase. The escalation occurred against the backdrop of a six-week decline in raw material inventories in the United States.
Sybiha urged the EU to play its cards for peace and to open negotiation clusters in June. Sanctions and the demilitarization of the ZNPP are crucial steps.
Overnight, the enemy launched a Kinzhal missile and 147 strike drones of various types. Air defense forces neutralized 138 UAVs; hits by the missile and 9 UAVs were recorded.
The official dollar rate rose to 44. 29 UAH, and the euro to 51.54 UAH. In banks and exchange offices, the currency also continues to appreciate on Thursday.
Foreign Minister Sybiha thanked EU ministers for their resilience in the face of Russian threats in Kyiv. He emphasized the transformation of Europe during a meeting in Cyprus.
On May 28, temperatures in Ukraine will drop to 13-18 degrees Celsius due to air masses from Scandinavia. Rain, thunderstorms, and strong wind gusts of up to 20 meters per second are expected.
The President has introduced Bill No. 0376 on the ratification of a loan agreement with the European Union. The document provides for the acquisition of macro-financial assistance of up to 90 billion euros.
Pope Leo XIV condemned the "significant escalation" of the war and the massive shelling of the Ukrainian civilian population. The Pontiff stated that war only deepens problems.
The EU fears that the Russian Federation will attack the Baltics or the Arctic to test NATO unity. Putin may resort to escalation due to heavy losses and the stalemate at the front.
A meeting between the leaders is possible after the settlement of the Hungarian minority issue. Technical negotiations are ongoing, and Berehove is named as a likely meeting place.
In Boryspil, a Jeep drove into the oncoming lane and collided with a bus. A passenger of the SUV was killed, while the driver and three passengers of the minibus were hospitalized.
The vote on amendments to the 2026 budget has been postponed until tomorrow. Defense spending will increase by UAH 1.64 trillion through credit assistance from the European Union.
In the Odesa district, four people were injured and a post office was damaged due to a UAV attack. In the Dnipropetrovsk region, destruction of houses was recorded with no casualties reported.
