Vadim Khlyudzinsky
Donald Trump will not support the EU's sanctions pressure on Russia, seeking to deepen economic cooperation. This may create a split in NATO, as Europe will continue sanctions.
In the temporarily occupied Luhansk region, the "pioneer" center has started operating, where children are being zombified and prepared for the role of propagandists. In two months, more than 1,500 schoolchildren have been processed with Kremlin narratives.
The Kremlin questions the sovereignty of Ukraine and the legitimacy of its leaders, which contradicts Putin's agreements on negotiations. Any agreement must include recognition of the legitimacy of the Ukrainian authorities.
The President emphasized the importance of rehabilitation and adaptation programs for veterans. He emphasized the need to develop sports infrastructure and accessibility.
Kęstutis Budrys stated that the 18th package of EU sanctions should target the Russian energy sector, including gas, oil, nuclear fuel, as well as financial institutions. He called for breaking the "vicious circle" of Russia avoiding punishment.
Pope Leo XIV has confirmed the Vatican's readiness to host the next round of negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. The Italian Prime Minister expressed gratitude for his commitment to peace.
The countries of the European Union have already provided Ukraine with two-thirds of the 2 million promised artillery shells. Work is currently underway to ensure the supply of the remaining ammunition.
Ukrainian intelligence intercepted a conversation where the commander of the occupiers gives the order to attack the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with prohibited chemical weapons. The EU has imposed sanctions against Russian structures for the use of chemical weapons in Ukraine.
In Russia, the modernization of 14 thermal power plants has been postponed due to equipment delays and reduced funding. This will lead to an increase in housing and communal services tariffs and energy supply risks in the regions.
Unknown armed men attacked Russian military checkpoints around the Khmeimim airbase. The Syrian monitoring center reported unprecedented tension in the area.
Donald Trump officially announced the creation of the "Golden Dome" system, for the development of which $175 billion will be allocated. The system should protect the United States from all missiles, including hypersonic ones.
A bipartisan group of U. S. senators has introduced a resolution calling for the return of all abducted Ukrainian children before any peace agreement is concluded with Russia. They emphasize that this is a condition for ending the war.
According to the head of European diplomacy, the new EU sanctions package against Russia will focus on the energy sector, in particular the Nord Stream gas pipelines. The price cap on Russian oil may also be lowered.
The pro-Russian politician George Simion, who lost in the Romanian presidential elections, is appealing the results in the Constitutional Court. According to him, the reason is "external interference."
A woman has been detained in Kyiv on suspicion of setting fire to a kiosk near the train station, which resulted in the death of a 50-year-old woman. The conflict between them led to tragedy.
Italy is ready to facilitate contacts for peace in Ukraine and positively assesses the Vatican's readiness to host negotiations. Ukraine is open to negotiations in the Vatican.
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on May 19, Russian troops lost 1,030 soldiers and 58 artillery systems. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, 975,800 occupiers have been eliminated.
During the day of May 19, the occupiers inflicted 360 strikes on 16 settlements of the Zaporizhzhia region. Houses, apartments and cars were damaged, but civilians were not injured.
Russia is building military bases and infrastructure near the borders of Finland and Estonia. Analysts predict that it will take Russia five years to build up its forces to a threatening level.
On May 20, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with clearings, brief rains, and thunderstorms in many regions during the day. The temperature during the day will range from 12 to 17 degrees.
There are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 Russian ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of them with "Kalibr" missiles.
US President Donald Trump said that Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire, but it is difficult to assess whether Kyiv's efforts are sufficient. He hopes for a solution to the problem.
There are 29 mobile pharmacy points operating in Ukraine, serving remote communities and front-line regions. The largest number of mobile pharmacies operate in Kharkiv, Kyiv, Cherkasy, and Chernihiv regions.
The US, Ukraine and Europe are calling for a ceasefire before negotiations to end the war. The ISW believes that Russia is simply seeking to continue its offensive on the battlefield.
The leaders of the three countries opposed Israel's offensive in Gaza and restrictions on humanitarian aid. Netanyahu rejected the accusations and promised to continue the operation.
The head of the White House suggested that the doctor who examined Biden when he was in office did not detect cancer or hid the fact of the illness of the 46th President of the United States.
Putin's speaker stated that there are no deadlines for the preparation of a memorandum between Ukraine and Russia. He added that the draft memorandum will be formulated by both parties, "a single text will be produced".
A citizen of Belarus has been detained in Kyiv for selling wholesale batches of PVP salt, and 3 kg of psychotropic substance have been seized. The businessman received a profit of 15 thousand dollars every month.
According to the Estonian Foreign Minister, on May 20, the EU will approve the 17th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting the shadow fleet and energy revenues. The 18th package of restrictions is "already moving".
For meaningful negotiations, Russia must recognize the legitimacy of the President, Government and Constitution of Ukraine. According to analysts, otherwise any agreements will be invalid.