Vadim Khlyudzinsky
In Kharkiv, the head and deputy head of the Shevchenkivskyi SCC were suspended from their positions for the duration of the investigation into the death of a man. An official investigation has been launched and criminal proceedings have been opened.
The meeting took place against the background of concerns about Trump's planned conversation with Putin, where the conditions for ending the war in Ukraine will be discussed. Zelenskyy seeks to avoid imposing unacceptable conditions.
Anti-Ukrainian radical Simion called on supporters to protest the election results. According to exit polls, the mayor of Bucharest, Dan, won the presidential elections in Romania, gaining about 55% of the votes.
The 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Despite the aggressiveness of the disease, the cancer is sensitive to hormone therapy and allows for effective treatment.
Since the beginning of May 18, 130 combat clashes have taken place at the front. Russian invaders launched 54 air strikes, dropping 80 CABs, and involved 1,098 kamikaze drones.
Rafał Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki advance to the second round of the Polish presidential election. Official results will be available next week, and the second round will take place on June 1.
Thousands of Hungarians protested in Budapest against the bill initiated by Orbán, which restricts the activities of civil society organizations and independent media funded from abroad.
According to exit polls, the pro-Western candidate Nicușor Dan won the elections in Romania with a result of about 54%. His opponent, the anti-Ukrainian far-right politician George Simion, received about 45%.
The Israel Defense Forces have launched a large-scale ground operation in the northern and southern parts of the Gaza Strip. The Israeli Air Force carried out more than 670 strikes on Hamas targets.
In the evening of May 14, the Russian army shelled the Mezhivska community with MLRS, damaging houses of culture, private houses, shops, and cars. The enemy also attacked the Nikopol region with UAVs and artillery.
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia begin today in Istanbul. According to Russian media reports, the start is scheduled for 10:00 Moscow time.
During May 14, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,220 Russian soldiers, and also destroyed 8 tanks and 1 helicopter. The total losses of the enemy reached 970,590 people.
In the Zaporizhzhia region, the occupiers carried out 500 strikes on 10 settlements, houses and cars were damaged. Explosions also occurred in Lutsk and Ivano-Frankivsk region.
On May 15, Ukraine is expected to experience rain due to a cyclone centered over Lithuania. Significant rain is expected in the Carpathians, with sleet in some places, with daytime temperatures of 14-19°.
No Russian ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is with "Caliber" missiles.
Russia seeks to fulfill "pre-war demands" regarding Ukraine, despite attempts to feign interest in negotiations. The Russian Foreign Ministry declares the need for regime change in Ukraine to achieve peace.
In the Pokrovsk direction, operators of the "Corsar" battalion destroyed a T-72 tank and two armored fighting vehicles of the occupiers with drones. Ukrainian soldiers continue to destroy enemy equipment.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga met with Radosław Sikorski in Antalya to discuss peace and thanked him for his support. They coordinated efforts to increase pressure on Russia.
Iran is ready to sign a nuclear deal if the US lifts economic sanctions. Tehran promises not to produce nuclear weapons, to enrich uranium only for civilian purposes and to allow inspectors.
ATESH agents damaged a relay cabinet on the railway, which the Russians used to supply weapons to the front in the Sumy and Chernihiv regions. This will complicate the logistics of the occupiers.
According to analysts, Russian officials continue to demand Ukraine's complete capitulation, attempting to secure Russia's strategic goals by prolonging negotiations.
Qatar is not planning to give the plane to Trump, but is discussing the transfer of the aircraft at the intergovernmental level. We are talking about a Boeing 747-8 for use as Air Force One, the agreement is currently at the stage of legal expertise.
During the execution of a combat mission, the life of Ukrainian host Maksym Nelipa was cut short. This was reported by his colleagues and acquaintances.
The British publication The Telegraph has outlined three possible scenarios for peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. The probability of each scenario is considered.
Ukrzaliznytsia offered passengers to wear a vyshyvanka on May 15, take a photo on a train or at a station and receive 1990 hugs. They can be exchanged for discounts from partners.
Andriy Sybiha met with Marco Rubio in Turkey to discuss peace initiatives and coordinate positions. He emphasized the importance of Russia's response to Ukraine's constructive steps.
US Secretary of State Rubio has already arrived in Turkey ahead of negotiations. Russian dictator Putin will also not participate in the negotiations.
The Russian delegation will be headed by Putin's aide Vladimir Medinsky. The delegation also includes the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation.
The head of the CCD, Kovalenko, stated that the collapse of Russia will occur not because of the West, but because of the actions of Putin and his entourage. They laid an economic mine that will lead to a parade of independence of the republics.
The composition of the Russian delegation for negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul will become known in the morning. Zelensky will visit Turkey on May 15 and meet with Erdogan.