Former US Vice President Mike Pence stated that Putin seeks to seize the entire Ukraine and is dragging out the peace process. He also criticized Trump for his inconsistent support of Ukraine.
Russia has launched an propaganda train for May 9 to recruit mercenaries. Participants in the show are offered contracts for service in the occupation forces, and schoolchildren are encouraged to enter schools.
In April 2025, UAH 274. 7 billion was received to the state budget, a significant part of which was VAT. Taxes and international aid also provided revenue.
The 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" is effectively operating in the Pokrovsk direction, stabilizing the situation and intercepting the initiative. The soldiers of the regiment received honorary awards from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Residents of Bilopillia and Vorozhba are urged to evacuate due to shelling. Evacuation buses depart every morning at 8:00 a.m. You can sign up for evacuation around the clock.
Shell is considering acquiring BP due to the fall in the latter's share value. The decision will depend on further BP quotations, but Shell also has alternative development scenarios.
Russians are actively using AI to spread disinformation, "feeding" language models with fakes about Ukraine. AI is also used for psychological pressure on society.
The SSU detained a Russian informant in Mykolaiv who was providing data on the location of Ukrainian military. He was adjusting enemy strikes, trying to bypass air defense.
Donald Trump met with Karol Navrotskyi, the presidential candidate from the "Law and Justice" party. Navrotskyi's opponents criticized the meeting.
In the Chernivtsi region, the body of a 13-year-old girl who disappeared on April 11 was found. She was discovered with the help of a drone in the Prut River near the village of Ostritsa.
The European Union intends to increase purchases of American goods by 50 billion euros to resolve trade differences. However, the EU will not agree to maintaining US tariffs as a fair solution.
The Supreme Court of Ukraine has confirmed the obligation of all citizens, regardless of their religion, to serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine during martial law. The decision was made in the case of a Jehovah's Witness who evaded mobilization.
Russian propaganda is spreading fakes about the tragedy in Odesa on May 2, blaming Ukraine. The CCD notes that the tragedy occurred due to Russian interference.
According to the ranking of the organization "Reporters Without Borders", global press freedom has deteriorated. Ukraine is ranked 62nd, between South Korea and Brazil.
A 41-year-old man was detained in Kyiv for an anonymous report about the bombing of a school. He could not explain the motives, he faces up to 8 years of imprisonment.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has authorized the export of Ukrainian table eggs. This is the result of cooperation between Ukraine and Canada.
On May 2, Bitcoin rose to $97,000 after China announced its openness to negotiations with the United States. Support was provided by Strategy, announcing the issuance of shares for $21 billion.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio became a national security advisor, head of USAID, and archivist. This happened after the dismissal of Mike Waltz, who was nominated by Trump as ambassador to the UN.
The US will gain access to Ukrainian minerals, and Ukraine will gain a long-term partnership. The main question is whether there will be a real economic benefit for both countries.
Russian troops launched an airstrike on Kostiantynivka, damaging a critical infrastructure facility and property. Fortunately, there were no casualties among civilians.
Ryanair's CEO has stated that the company may refuse to purchase Boeing aircraft if Trump's tariffs make them too expensive. Ryanair's fleet consists of over 575 Boeing aircraft.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation stated that Ukraine allegedly attacked the market in Oleshky with FPV drones, which led to casualties. Russia will not allow the restoration of Ukraine within the borders of 1991.
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, more than 300 people have died due to explosive objects, including 18 children, and more than 800 have been injured. Most cases are in the de-occupied territories.
Elon Musk stated that his DOGE initiative, aimed at reducing inefficient spending, has not been successful so far. He will oversee budget cuts until the end of 2028.
IAEA experts report explosions at the occupied ZNPP, reminding of the dangers. An air alert was declared at the Khmelnytskyi NPP, and drones were discovered near the South Ukrainian NPP.
Ukrainian specialists are working on restoring the safe confinement at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, which was damaged as a result of a Russian drone strike. The damage led to a large hole in the roof.
Han Duck-soo intends to run for President of South Korea in the elections on June 3, 2025. The new acting president may be Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok.
During a rally of the far-right politician Grzegorz Braun in Poland, the Ukrainian flag was torn down. The incident occurred in the Lublin Voivodeship, the identity of the perpetrator has been established.
May 1st marks World Password Day. The Cyberpolice urges Ukrainians to check the strength of their passwords and follow tips to protect personal data.
On May 1, Russia attacked Kyiv region with drones, 11 houses were damaged. Fires broke out in Boryspil, Vyshgorod and Brovary districts, but there were no casualties.
