Yevhen Ustimenko

Putin's spokesman said that the Russian delegation will wait for the Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul on May 15. However, the names of the delegation members will be announced only on the instructions of the President of the Russian Federation.

The process of creating a Special Tribunal regarding Russian aggression against Ukraine has begun. The Secretary General of the Council of Europe has been instructed to lead this process.

The Verkhovna Rada supported the appeal to award journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna the title of Hero of Ukraine (posthumously). The decision was supported by 247 deputies.

The Israeli army struck the European Hospital in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the death of over 28 people. The IDF stated that the target was Hamas militants who were based under the building.

Donald Trump met with Ahmed al-Sharaa, urging him to make a deal with Israel and help deport radicals. Trump plans to lift sanctions on Syria.

A man was detained in Kyiv for organizing illegal border crossings to Moldova for $16,000. He was also involved in a case of assistance in being discharged from military service.

On May 14, the spot gold price decreased by 0. 5% to $3,231.10 per ounce. Experts predict a further decline in the event of progress in trade agreements between the United States and its partners.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a possible meeting with the new Pope Leo XIV as early as this Sunday, May 18. The meeting will depend on the situation at the front.

The President of France stated that Paris will support Ukraine, but does not seek escalation to World War III. France is also ready to discuss the deployment of French military aircraft with nuclear weapons in Europe.

Friedrich Merz called on Putin to agree to a ceasefire, which Ukraine has already agreed to. The US, Ukraine and Europe have put forward 22 conditions for a ceasefire.

In 2025, 8 Ukrainian films will compete for the "Golden Dzyga" award in the "Best Film" category. Among the nominees are "BojeVilni," "The House "Slovo". Unfinished Novel," and others.

In the Rostov region, 10 former prisoners recruited by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation escaped from the colony. The criminals were supposed to participate in the war against Ukraine, four have already been detained.

The Syrian leader offered Trump to lift sanctions in exchange for access to mineral resources and the construction of the Trump Tower in Damascus. He also offered to allow the United States to develop Syrian mineral resources.

The government has made changes regarding the burial of unidentified bodies at the National Military Memorial Cemetery. Expenses will be covered from local budgets, and the state institution of the cemetery will be in charge of the organization.

Every year, 4. 1 million people in the world die due to excessive salt consumption. World Salt Awareness Week falls on May 12–18, 2025.

Ukrainian SOF destroyed a Russian Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system worth $45 million using drones. The Uragan-1 MLRS was also destroyed.

French court finds actor guilty of violence against woman. This is the first case that has gone to trial, although about 20 women accuse him of similar crimes.

An agent of the Russian special services was planning an attack with kamikaze drones on the power lines that feed Kyiv. He tried to attach a GPS tracker to the power line support.

In Romania, presidential candidates Simion and Dan have almost equal support before the second round. The survey does not include the Romanian diaspora, where Simion has higher rates.

The EU Council has extended sanctions for cyberattacks, which allow for the imposition of restrictions against individuals and institutions involved, until May 18, 2026, and the legal regime until 2028. Currently, sanctions are in place against 17 individuals and 4 institutions.

In May, Ukrainians purchased 3. 9 thousand used cars from the USA, which is 6% more than in April. The most popular purchases were Tesla Model Y and Model 3 electric vehicles.

Ruslan Stefanchuk met with Roberta Metsola. They discussed support for Ukraine, deported children, accession to the EU and confiscation of russian federation assets.

The Ministry of Defense received confirmation from ESDC about the inclusion of 9 Ukrainian universities in the educational network. This will contribute to the integration of Euro-Atlantic standards into military education.

Andriy Sybiha discussed with partners Russia's ignoring of Ukraine's ceasefire proposal. He emphasized Zelensky's readiness to meet with Putin.

An investigation has been launched into the riots during a football match in Silesia. 19 people have been detained, most of whom are accused of throwing objects, and one for using pyrotechnics.

A fuel oil slick was discovered near occupied Stepanivka. The occupiers forcibly drove schoolchildren and teachers to clean up, without any protection, which is a gross violation.

Poland has accused two Ukrainians of setting fire to the Marywilska 44 shopping center, suspecting them of collaborating with Russia. Also, the authorities are closing the Russian consulate in Krakow due to possible involvement in the incident, and the Russian ambassador has been summoned to the Polish Foreign Ministry.

Russian authorities are intensifying the militarization of children in the occupied territories, having signed an agreement with the "Young Army Cadets National Movement". More than 5,500 Ukrainian children are already involved in this project.

In Khmelnytskyi, rescuers removed a boy born in 2010 from the roof of a freight car. The injured teenager was handed over to medics, the circumstances of the incident are being clarified.

Donald Trump is negotiating with Qatar to transfer the luxury Boeing 747. The plane is planned to be used as the new "Air Force One", its cost is estimated at 400 million dollars.