Julia Shramko
The European Commission has confirmed discussions within the G7 on lowering the price cap on oil from Russia, and this idea is supported by other partners. The new limit should be lower than the current $60 per barrel.
The European Commission is working on strengthening sanctions against Russia due to its attacks on Ukraine. It is necessary to increase defense support for Ukraine and increase pressure on the Russian Federation.
French President Emmanuel Macron said that Donald Trump is aware of Putin's lies about peaceful intentions in Ukraine. Macron called for a lasting ceasefire and the establishment of a deadline for action.
Russia does not consider the Vatican as a neutral platform for negotiations with Ukraine. They propose Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman.
The Ukrainian rowing team had a successful start at the World Cup in Poznań, winning 7 awards, including 1 gold, 5 silver and 1 bronze medal. The athletes showed a high level of preparation.
In Kremenchuk, a group of people attacked military personnel of the Territorial Recruitment Center, using pepper spray and a traumatic pistol. Two attackers have been detained, and an investigation is underway.
The Prime Minister of Armenia has announced his readiness for constitutional reforms if the Constitutional Court does not support the peace agreement with Azerbaijan. He emphasized that the agreement will dispel all fears.
Zelenskyy stated that Russian terror must be countered with sanctions, blocking finances and oil. Russia has increased the number of drones, ignoring diplomacy.
Israel intends to take control of most of the Gaza Strip as part of Operation "Gideon's Chariot. " It is planned to relocate 2 million Palestinians to three areas of the coastal strip.
Andriy Kovalenko reported that some Russian Shahed drones have been remotely controlled since last year. He added that there is no sensation in this, as they are being shot down.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has set a new date for the celebration of the Day of Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. From now on, it will be celebrated on May 27, instead of July 29.
Due to bad weather, 32 settlements in two regions are without power. Electricity consumption increased by 7.9% due to cloudy weather, but the system is balanced.
On the night of May 26, Russia attacked Ukraine, launching 9 Kh-101 cruise missiles and 355 strike UAVs. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down all missiles and neutralized 288 drones.
Kaja Kallas stated about the increase in Russian attacks on Ukraine, emphasizing the need to put pressure on the Russian Federation. The EU is ready to act and hopes for the support of international partners.
Russian troops attacked Kharkiv region with drones, causing destruction and a fire at a private enterprise in Vashchevo. Two women were killed and five wounded in the region during the day.
The head of the Presidential Office stated that Russia is stalling for time and is not providing specifics regarding negotiations. It is possible to accelerate the ceasefire with sanctions and weapons.
A 14-year-old boy was injured as a result of a night attack by Russian troops on the Odesa region. The teenager suffered cut wounds to his leg in Velykodolynske.
An agent network of Russian special services adjusted air strikes on eastern, southern, and western regions of Ukraine. The youngest of them is 16 years old, and the oldest is 23.
Overnight, Russia attacked the Khmelnytskyi region, damaging four enterprises, 18 residential buildings, and a power line. There is no information about civilian casualties, and the aftermath is being dealt with.
Oil prices rose after Trump extended trade talks with the EU. Also, limited progress in talks between the US and Iran reduced concerns about Iranian oil.
According to the Prosecutor's Office, 630 children have died and more than 1,960 have been injured as a result of the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation in Ukraine. On May 25 alone, 3 children became victims of the attacks.
Four officials have been arrested in North Korea after the unsuccessful launch of a new warship. Kim Jong-un called the incident a crime that damaged the dignity of the country.
Kyiv was attacked again at night by strike drones, the alarm lasted 6 hours. There is damage in the Dnipro district, in particular, windows were broken in a residential building, but there were no casualties.
Rescuers discovered the bodies of five skiers near the Swiss resort of Zermatt who had gone missing while climbing Mount Rimpfishhorn. An investigation into the incident has been launched.
Over the past day, 180 battles took place at the front, a third of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy was also active in the Novopavlivka and Lyman directions, launching missile and air strikes.
A shooting occurred in Little River, resulting in at least 11 people being hospitalized. Police believe the incident is isolated, but details about suspects or causes have not been released.
Police are investigating possible arson as the main cause of the power outage in the Alpes-Maritimes region, including Cannes. The Cannes Film Festival reported that the closing ceremony will take place as planned.
The soldier Dmytro, who had been in captivity for over a year, has finally returned home. The Ombudsman shared a touching video of the hero's first call to his family.
The number of enemy attacks on the Bilopilska and Vorozhbyanska communities has increased in the Sumy region, and an evacuation has been announced. 633 children remain in the communities, and about 2,300 residents in Bilopillia and Vorozhba.
Ukrainian fencer Vlada Kharkova won a bronze medal at the World Cup stage in China. This is Ukraine's first individual award in women's épée in the last seven years.