Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that putin's agreement to a complete ceasefire is the only real indicator of russia's readiness for peace. He called for increased pressure on russia.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine are restraining the advance of the occupiers, 81 combat clashes took place. The greatest activity of the enemy is observed in the Pokrovsky direction, where 23 attempts to break through took place.
The US Secretary of State welcomed the "1000 for 1000" prisoner exchange and readiness for a ceasefire. Lavrov noted the role of the US in resuming negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
Scouts of the "Black Forest" brigade discovered an enemy anti-aircraft missile system and adjusted the strike. The installation worth about $10 million was completely destroyed.
A 7-year-old girl was found murdered near the "Azovkaбель" plant in Berdyansk, Zaporizhzhia region. According to local Telegram channels, the child may have been raped before death.
During the week, Kyiv heard sirens 8 times. Of the 130 drones that attacked the capital, 43 were shot down. In the Sviatoshynskyi district, debris damaged houses, but there were no casualties.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, discussing support, strengthening air defense, and investments in drone production. He also held talks with the leaders of Denmark, Moldova, Bulgaria, and Sweden.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Rosen Zhelyazkov and discussed a ceasefire and security guarantees. They also talked about the completion of the Khmelnytskyi NPP and cooperation in the Black Sea region.
The first direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in more than three years took place in Istanbul. At the same time, the Russians were dressed in suits, and some of the Ukrainians were in military uniforms.
British Defense Minister John Healey has admitted the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine. He made the statement following a meeting with colleagues in Rome, but did not provide details.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated the need to prepare for a ceasefire in Ukraine. He emphasized the importance of dialogue and support for Ukraine.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved the new "Vespa-15" strike drone for use in the Armed Forces, which can hit enemy equipment and manpower day and night, and is also resistant to electronic warfare equipment.
Andriy Kovalenko stated that the threats from the Russians are traditional behavior, which often has no basis. During negotiations in Istanbul, the Russians demanded that Ukraine withdraw its troops from the occupied territories.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz assured of further support for Ukraine in the war with Russia after a conversation with Donald Trump. He stressed that Germany will not stop helping Ukraine until the end of the war.
Russian troops suffered significant losses in manpower and equipment, trying to break through the defense. Ukrainian defenders acted in a coordinated manner, using artillery, drones and aviation.
The Russian delegation at the Istanbul talks threatened to seize Kharkiv and Sumy regions. This could happen if Ukraine does not withdraw troops from four partially occupied regions.
Residents of the Canary Islands are planning large-scale protests on May 18 due to excessive tourism and its consequences. They demand changes in the economic model and protection of the environment.
Negotiations between Israel and Syria took place in Baku with the mediation of Azerbaijan. The parties discussed the situation on Israel's northern border and the possibilities for its stabilization.
Peskov said that Putin receives information about the negotiations online, and the Russian delegation has all the necessary instructions. He also did not rule out a telephone conversation with Putin.
Marco Rubio is holding a meeting with representatives from Britain, Germany, and France to discuss the Russian-Ukrainian war and the situation with Iran. The negotiations are taking place in Istanbul.
Price growth in Russia slowed down for the first time in six months, and annual inflation in April was 10. 3%. The economy is losing momentum, which may lead to a rate cut.
The World Bank will allocate $84 million to Ukraine for the restoration of housing damaged by Russian aggression under the eRecovery program. The funding will allow the repair of more than 25,000 households.
Russian "media" reports that Salyukov has become the deputy of ex-defense minister Shoigu. He commanded the ground forces of the Russian Federation since 2014, and since 2023 he was the deputy commander in the zone of invasion of Ukraine.
Ukrainian border guards rescued a rare bird – a white-throated loon, which was hit by car headlights. The bird was carefully lifted, checked, taken to a body of water and released.
In the mobile application "Reserve+" it became possible to arrange a deferral for temporarily unfit and families of military personnel with children under 18 years of age. They also promise to display the disability group and the reasons for violations.
A representative of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, will make a statement following the meeting with Ukraine in Turkey. The statement is scheduled for 17:30 Moscow time.
Donald Trump commented on Putin's absence from the negotiations in Turkey, stating that any progress is impossible without his personal meeting with the Russian dictator.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, under occupation since 2022, has been powered by a single power line for over a week. The backup line was disconnected on May 7, and repairs are impossible due to ongoing hostilities.
The Russians are imitating negotiations, accumulating forces for a new operation. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding back the enemy in the east and Kursk region, but the Russian Federation seeks to seize more territory.
Hungarian media reported that air defense systems shot down drones, but the Ministry of Defense denied information about a Ukrainian drone. Ukraine has not yet commented on the incident.
