In the Obukhiv district of the Kyiv region, a 28-year-old woman died as a result of an enemy attack. Three people were injured, including a 4-year-old child. There are also destructions and a fire.
In New York, a Mexican Navy sailing ship collided with the Brooklyn Bridge. There were over 200 passengers on board. Several crew members were seriously injured in the incident. A rescue operation is currently underway at the scene.
Russian occupiers in Crimea have stepped up car checks due to stickers in order to identify pro-Ukrainian citizens. The "Crimean Smersh" checks cars, social networks and the level of Russophobia.
Keir Starmer is planning a meeting with EU leaders to reset relations and reach an agreement that will make trade easier for British manufacturers and improve the situation with bills for families.
Denmark is allocating the 26th package of military aid to Ukraine in the amount of DKK 4. 2 billion for 2025-2028. The aid includes artillery, ammunition and equipment for the Air Force.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced the possibility of holding a referendum on the abolition of sanctions against Russia. He believes that the sanctions harm Europe, not Russia.
On the night of May 18, enemy UAVs were spotted in the Kyiv region. Air defense forces are working to destroy targets, but drones are changing their trajectory.
On May 17, the final of the international song contest Eurovision-2025 was held in the Swiss city of Basel. According to the voting results, the crystal microphone was received by the representative of Austria, singer JJ with the song Wasted Love. Ukraine took 9th place.
Belgium will provide Ukraine with a military aid package of €1 billion in 2025, which includes 20 Cerberus air defense systems and other equipment. A significant part of the funds will return to the Belgian economy.
The US Secretary of State announced Trump's desire to negotiate with Putin to resolve the stalemate in relations. Agreement on the details of the meeting is expected in the near future.
On May 17, 131 combat clashes took place at the front. The greatest enemy activity is observed in the Pokrovsk direction, where 44 attacks took place, 38 of which were repelled.
PrivatBank warned about the shutdown of Privat24 from 00:30 to 04:00 on May 18 for scheduled maintenance. Users are advised to plan financial transactions in advance.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Vatican could become a place for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. He emphasized the constructive position of the Vatican.
In the final of Eurovision-2025, the band Ziferblat thanked Europe for supporting Ukraine. After the performance, the leader of the band proclaimed a patriotic slogan.
A 26-year-old man was arrested in London at Luton Airport on suspicion of conspiring to commit arson against objects linked to Keir Starmer. This happened after the arrest of a citizen of Ukraine.
Oleksandr Shyrshyn stated about ineffective decisions, ignoring the real state of affairs by the command and heavy losses. He hopes that his report will be satisfied in the near future.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of Switzerland in Rome. They discussed increasing pressure on Russia, humanitarian aid, and the participation of Swiss companies in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Rheinmetall plans with Lockheed Martin to produce missiles and aircraft, including for Patriot, in Europe. Investments will reach 5 billion euros, production will start in 2026.
On May 17, one person died and eight were injured as a result of shelling in the Donetsk region. The Russians attacked Yablunivka with a drone, killing a 27-year-old woman and damaging a shop.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Rome. They discussed the interaction of countries within the coalition of the willing, defense, and countering Russian aggression.
On May 16, 145 combat clashes took place at the front. The hottest was in the Pokrovsky direction, where Ukrainian soldiers repelled 52 enemy attacks.
Due to cuts in US aid, $98 million worth of food rations, enough for 3. 5 million people, are spoiling in warehouses. The Trump administration has cut programs, and supplies may be disposed of.
Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 910 Russian soldiers. Also, 155 enemy drones and 34 artillery systems were destroyed.
Ten prisoners escaped from a prison in New Orleans by breaking through a wall. Two were detained, eight are wanted, police are checking the involvement of prison staff.
On the morning of May 17, Russian troops struck a scheduled bus near Bilopillia. Nine people died and four were injured, the bus was heading towards Sumy.
No enemy ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas on May 17. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a carrier of cruise missiles.
Nissan plans to close two factories in Japan and factories in Mexico, India, Argentina and South Africa. The company is suffering losses and planning a reorganization.
On May 17, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine, moderate rain in the western and northern regions, thunderstorms with hail in the rest of the territory. Southeast wind, temperature from +8 to +24 °С.
The US President stated that he will likely plan a meeting with Putin, after which a peace agreement will be concluded. However, if there are no results at the negotiations in Turkey, Trump did not rule out the imposition of sanctions.
The Israeli army has launched the first phase of Operation Gideon's Chariot in Gaza. The goal of the operation is to seize strategic areas, defeat Hamas and release hostages.
