When buying tickets to Poland from May 14, passengers will receive updated electronic tickets. Previously, they were introduced for connections with Austria, Hungary and Slovakia.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy may travel to the enthronement of Pope Leo XIV on May 18. According to Yermak, Rome is a wonderful place to meet with foreign leaders.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard the report of the head of the State Tax Service Ruslan Kravchenko on combating shadow schemes. He emphasized the positive results and ensuring financial stability.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will participate in negotiations on the war in Ukraine, which will take place in Turkey on May 15. This was announced by Donald Trump during an investment forum.
Andriy Sybiha called on Brazil to support a 30-day ceasefire and use its influence for a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin. The President of Ukraine is ready for negotiations in Turkey.
The Rada adopted as a basis a bill on the abolition of charges for utility services for damaged housing. Payments will not be charged during the recovery period.
The property of PivdGZK was transferred to the pledge due to non-payment of UAH 3. 7 billion of tax liability, which the company had to pay according to the court decision.
The Rada adopted a bill that will allow sanctions to be imposed on ships and aircraft operating for the Russian Federation. The SBU and intelligence will be able to detect the use of ships in activities against Ukraine.
Ukraine called on Poland to seek a solution to unblock the checkpoint through dialogue. The Ukrainian side emphasizes the importance of avoiding actions that harm relations.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law on the creation of the Unified State Register of acts of local self-government. The register will include information on all acts of local authorities.
Kyiv "Dynamo" celebrates its 98th anniversary. The club has come a long way from the first matches to European triumphs, becoming a symbol of Ukrainian football. Also, May 13 is the day of memory of Valery Lobanovsky.
May 13 is World Future Day of Technology, to draw attention to technological development. Also on this day, Leap Frog Day is celebrated, based on the story of Mark Twain.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the newly elected Pope Leo XIV. They discussed the return of prisoners and children, and also agreed to meet in Ukraine.
Former commander of the Russian troops in Ukraine, Sergei Surovikin, was spotted in Algeria at the event for "Victory Day. " He was part of a group of Russian military experts.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced his readiness for negotiations with Putin in Turkey, emphasizing the importance of US support. He called on Russia to end the war, stressing the lack of response regarding a ceasefire.
The meeting discussed the missile program, production and use of drones. They also paid attention to the protection of Ukrainian infrastructure.
Trump called for peace, disrupting the EU's plans for sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy accepted Putin's invitation to negotiations in Istanbul, fearing to offend Trump.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on a conversation with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding the details of a meeting in Turkey to end the war. Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Putin.
The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee plans to consider a bill on amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement with the United States. This is necessary for the reconstruction investment fund.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on critical minerals. The President signed the law on ratification.
Carlo Ancelotti has officially taken charge of the Brazilian national team and will prepare the team for the 2026 World Cup. The Italian specialist will begin work at the end of May, becoming the first foreign coach of the national team.
Polish protesters have restricted the movement of trucks at the "Dorohusk – Yahodyn" checkpoint, allowing only one vehicle per hour in both directions. The demand is the return of permits for Ukrainian carriers.
The court changed the measure of restraint for Mykola Tyshchenko to house arrest at night until July 12. He is suspected of illegally detaining war veteran Dmytro Mazokha.
Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia is serious about finding ways to resolve the situation in Ukraine, but rejects ultimatums. He stressed his readiness for negotiations without preconditions.
In the first quarter of 2025, 794 cases of domestic violence were recorded, which is less than last year. The number of victims also decreased – from 826 to 649.
Xabi Alonso has signed a contract with Real Madrid until 2028 and will start working during the Club World Cup. Ancelotti will leave the club, and Alonso is already preparing for a new era.
In total, local budgets received over UAH 156. 3 billion, which is UAH 24.4 billion more than last year.
The war has exacerbated the need to adapt infrastructure for people with disabilities, the number of which is growing. Without control and investment, accessibility will remain on paper.
Ukrainian defense industry enterprises will be able to produce up to 10 million drones in 2025, provided there are state orders. The government has introduced programs for financial support, preferential lending, and grants.
In the first quarter of 2025, the police received 32,268 reports of domestic violence, which is 23,600 less than in 2024. Also, 26,076 administrative offenses were detected under Article 173-2 of the Code of Administrative Offenses.