Julia Shramko
Zelenskyy stated that Putin's truce is just a show, because it is impossible to develop a plan to end the war in 2-3 days. Ukraine will not play games so that Putin can get out of isolation on May 9.
German military officials are concerned about the US Ambassador to NATO's demands to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP. He threatens that Trump will not attend the summit if the demands are not met.
Russian troops launched a direct air strike on the building of the fire and rescue unit in Kupyansk. Fortunately, there were no casualties, at the time of the strike, rescuers were on call.
Zelenskyy stated his readiness for a 30-day ceasefire but cannot guarantee the safety of foreign leaders in Moscow on May 9. Ukraine is in favor of a 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine is ready for air defense systems to be a contribution to the fund provided for by the agreement with the USA on mineral resources. Zelenskyy stressed that the agreement will protect US investments and the territory of Ukraine.
Aleksandar Vučić canceled meetings and returned to Serbia after consulting with doctors in Florida. Meanwhile, Slovak Prime Minister Fico has also canceled his work schedule.
Ukrainian military destroyed a Russian Su-30 with a Magura naval drone for the first time in the world. The cost of the aircraft is about 50 million dollars, the operation was carried out near Novorossiysk.
Ukraine seeks to obtain security guarantees from the United States to prevent future attacks by Russia. Models with a foreign contingent and support, as in Israel, are being considered.
Zelenskyy reported that he discussed with Trump a 30-day ceasefire, sanctions against the Russian Federation, air defense and an agreement on US access to Ukraine's natural resources. Moscow rejects US demands for a ceasefire.
Ukraine is planning a meeting of national security advisors from the US, Great Britain, France and Germany to discuss the peace process.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Moscow is responsible for the safety of world leaders who visit Russia for Victory Day events. Xi Jinping has accepted an invitation to visit Moscow on May 9.
As a result of a massive UAV attack, tanks at the KSK grain terminal in Novorossiysk were damaged. A state of emergency has been declared in the city, and the consequences are being eliminated.
As a result of a massive UAV attack on Kharkiv, 51 people were injured. The Russians, according to preliminary information, used thermobaric warheads, which caused large-scale destruction and fires in four districts of the city.
The Trump family's wealth has increased by billions thanks to crypto assets such as $TRUMP and $MELANIA. A company linked to Trump will also receive billions in investment in a crypto fund.
As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 2, 33 people were injured, six of whom were hospitalized. Those wounded with mine-blast injuries are receiving the necessary assistance.
At night, Russian troops attacked 8 settlements in the Donetsk region, one person was wounded. Over the past day, 4 people died in the region and 8 were injured as a result of shelling.
Prince Harry has expressed a desire to reconcile with the royal family, but King Charles does not want to talk to him. Security concerns are a major obstacle to Harry's visit with his family to the UK.
On the night of May 3, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with two ballistic missiles and 183 drones. 77 Shahed-type ударних БпЛА drones were shot down in the east, north, south, and center of the country.
Overnight in Kyiv, a man damaged an ATM with a concrete block and a stick because he was angry about the lack of money in his account. He faces up to 5 years of restriction of liberty.
Cardinal Gregorio Rosa Chávez stated that the conclave in the Vatican is likely to be short, only two to three days. The Vatican is preparing for the conclave, installing a chimney on the Sistine Chapel.
Tesla sales plummeted across Europe in April, especially in Sweden (-81%). The reasons cited are the growing popularity of Chinese electric vehicles and protests against Elon Musk.
Rockstar Games has delayed the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to May 26, 2026, to ensure the expected level of quality. Take Two shares fell 8% following the delay news.
The European Commission stated that it always seeks to coordinate sanctions against Russia with the United States.
On Tuesday, President von der Leyen will participate in a debate in the European Parliament on supporting a just and sustainable peace in Ukraine. This was announced by a spokeswoman for the European Commission.
Jeremy Renner stated that Disney offered him half the fee for the second season of the "Hawkeye" series. The actor refused to film due to such a financial proposal.
Russians dropped an air bomb on Klynove, killing a woman. Kostiantynivka came under artillery fire, 2 people were injured, houses and infrastructure were damaged. 1 more person was injured in Pokrovsk.
Ukrainians Mark Hrytsenko and Oleksiy Sereda won bronze medals in synchronized diving from the tower at the Superfinal of the World Cup. This is their debut award this season.
In April 2025, agricultural exports from Ukraine decreased by 23. 4% and amounted to 4.1 million tons. Grain and oil crops showed a decline, but exports of vegetable oils increased.
The Irish regulator fined TikTok €530 million for illegally transferring European data to China and for insufficient transparency. The company plans to appeal the decision.
Global food prices rose to their highest level since March 2023 due to uncertainty about duties. Rising prices for grains, meat and dairy products also affected the index.