Julia Shramko
Investors are buying bullion after prices fell, awaiting the results of trade talks between the US and China. Trump predicts lower tariffs for Beijing.
The SBU for the first time exposed a network of Hungarian military intelligence that was spying in Zakarpattia. Two agents were detained for collecting data on the region's defense and public sentiment.
The Trump administration is considering tariff cuts of up to 60% in negotiations with China in Geneva. This is intended to reduce tensions and ease economic difficulties for both sides.
During the day, the enemy shelled the Kharkiv region, injuring people in Velyki Prokhody and Kupyansk. In Zarichne, an 11-year-old boy was injured in an explosion.
North Korea tested a short-range ballistic missile and long-range artillery. Kim Jong Un emphasized the importance of the country's nuclear forces' combat readiness for rapid response.
Over the past day, the most fighting took place in the Pokrovsk direction, where Ukrainian troops repelled 71 assaults. The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 1,300 invaders and hit important objects.
Oil prices edged up after a 3% rise amid signs of easing trade tensions between the US and China. The UK has announced a trade deal with the US.
EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas announced that the 17th package of sanctions against russia will be ready for approval at the next EU Foreign Affairs Council. The European Commission has already sent the draft to European capitals.
According to the police, a man shot and killed a military serviceman and his relative due to a conflict over payment for weapons sold a month ago. Police have detained the suspect.
Head of EU diplomacy Kaja Kallas stated that on May 9, the European Union will allocate 1 billion euros to Ukraine to support the defense industry. Earlier, Ukraine invited EU leaders to Kyiv on May 9.
A new study has shown that the Earth is more sensitive to solar flares. Pulses in the Earth's ionosphere coincide with the rhythm of solar flares, affecting communication and GPS systems.
The European Commission has begun consultations on countermeasures and is preparing for proceedings in the WTO because of US duties. American bourbon and wine, as well as steel scrap and chemical products from the EU, are under threat.
In the village of Sofiivska Borshchahivka, Buchanskyi district, a man opened fire on people. Emergency services are working at the scene, a special operation is underway to detain the attacker.
The European Parliament voted to renew the suspension of tariffs and quotas on steel imports from Ukraine. The European Commission is working on a long-term solution for trade.
EU countries are considering redirecting €400 billion from regional aid funds to the defense industry. The funds will go to bomb shelters, military-civilian technologies and military infrastructure.
The National Security and Defense Council stated that the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation is spreading false accusations of Ukraine violating the ceasefire. In fact, the Russian Federation is violating its own "truce", hitting civilians in Kharkiv region with drones, launching air strikes on Sumy region and attacking at the front.
The European Parliament has adopted a resolution on the forced deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia, condemning the actions of Russia and Belarus. They demand an immediate cessation of the crimes and the return of the children.
According to the National Security and Defense Council, the "truce" announced by Russia is not in effect, attacks continue. Since midnight, 734 violations of the ceasefire regime and 63 assault operations have been recorded.
Ukraine received €1 billion from the EU under the ERA program, which is financed by profits from immobilized Russian assets. The funds will be used to cover critical budget expenditures.
Black smoke is visible from the roof of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican, meaning that a decision on the election of a new Pope has not yet been made. The cardinals have begun their second day of the conclave.
The second trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI has garnered over 475 million views, and the number of listens to the song from the trailer has increased by 182,000%. The game is expected to be released in 2026.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Putin, emphasizing the strength of Sino-Russian relations. They discussed protecting the interests of both countries and reforming global governance.
Timothée Chalamet emphasized the impact of Luca Guadagnino's film "Call Me by Your Name" on his career, while receiving the Italian David di Donatello Award for cinematic excellence during the 70th award ceremony on Wednesday evening at the Cinecittá studio in Rome with Kylie Jenner. It was their first red carpet appearance in two years.
Electricity consumption fell by 5. 4% due to the weather. Ukrenergo calls for saving from 8:00 to 10:00 and from 18:00 to 22:00, without turning on powerful appliances.
During the day, the enemy attacked 16 settlements of the Donetsk region, causing 3,380 strikes. 129 civilian objects were damaged, including 81 residential buildings.
Repair works are ongoing on the car bridge and traffic lanes at the "Ustyluh – Zosin" checkpoint. Possible slowdown of traffic and formation of queues.
2 cm of snow fell in the Ukrainian Carpathians. Rescuers urge people to refrain from hiking due to complicated weather conditions and to monitor the forecast.
On the eve of the May 9 parade in Moscow, the President of Ukraine stated that it would be a parade of cynicism and lies.
To achieve peace, a radical transformation of russia is necessary. Otherwise, the world will have to change, as it did 80 years ago, realizing the impossibility of appeasing evil.
On May 7, the enemy launched 31 attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down 20 "Shahed" drones in the north and center of Ukraine. Uman and surrounding villages in the Cherkasy region were damaged.