A Chinese merchant vessel survived a hostile "Shahed" attack at sea; there were no casualties.
On May 18, the victims of the genocide of the Crimean Tatar people are honored, and reservists of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are congratulated. Globally, Museum Day is observed and efforts to find an HIV vaccine are highlighted.
In the past 24 hours, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,220 occupiers and destroyed 1,603 drones. Total losses of the Russian army have already exceeded 1.35 million people.
Defense forces shot down about 300 enemy UAVs over the Sumy region in the past 24 hours. Russian troops targeted the region's civilian infrastructure.
Ukrainian forces attacked the Moscow region at a distance of over 500 kilometers. Zelenskyy declared the return of the war to the occupiers' home harbor.
The SBS hit a ship in the Caspian Sea, a Tor-M2 SAM system, and a communication hub in Crimea. Logistic infrastructure and occupation command posts were also destroyed.
Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,170 occupiers, an aircraft, and 82 artillery systems. Total enemy manpower losses have exceeded 1.3 million people.
Kilometers of fortifications, minefields, and ditches have been constructed on the border with Belarus. Soldiers remain in constant readiness to respond to any provocations.
The President showcased strikes on enemy aircraft, ships, and air defense systems, some at a distance of up to 1,000 kilometers. Ukraine plans to increase both the range and the number of such sanctions.
The ATESH movement discovered a Russian ammunition depot at Cape Fiolent in a former military unit. Data regarding logistics and equipment have been handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
The one-ton platform features a 10-meter mast for reconnaissance and communication. The drone operates autonomously for up to four days and has already undergone testing at the front.
The Commander of US Special Operations Command stated an excessive dependence on companies for drone modernization. The Ukrainian experience of rapid equipment adaptation has become an example.
Syrskyi introduced unified standards for recording Russian war crimes in the "Delta" system. The Military Law Enforcement Service will form the evidence base.
For an offensive on Kyiv, the Russian Federation needs 100,000 troops, which are currently not present in Belarus. Preparing such a force would take several months and would be noticeable to intelligence.
The Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine (ESBU) interprets aircraft leasing as royalties, introducing a 15% tax. This threatens airlines with bankruptcy and risks halting the repair of AFU military equipment.
SBS Commander Brovdi announced the destruction of a Be-200 aircraft, a Ka-27 helicopter, and enemy air defense systems. Ryazan Oil Refinery and an ammunition ship were also hit.
205 defenders have returned home, including the defenders of Azovstal. Approximately 95% of those released had been in Russian captivity since 2022.
Ukraine has returned 205 defenders from Russian captivity as part of a major exchange. Most of the released soldiers had been in captivity since 2022.
Defense Forces have regained control of Odradne and 22 square kilometers of the Kharkiv region. During the assault, 56 occupiers were eliminated and the enemy was driven out of their positions.
The Russian Federation is recruiting female students into UAV units in exchange for waiving tuition debts. Despite promises that they would not serve on the front lines, the first deaths have already been recorded.
On the night of May 15, drones attacked Ryazan, Bryansk, and Yeysk. Reports indicate a fire at an oil refinery and smoke near a military airfield.
The Central Research Institute of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and Ukrposhta presented a stamp in honor of military scientists. The design features fragments of tactical maps and complex mathematical calculations.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the AFU is the most powerful army in Europe thanks to new tactics. Russian losses are five times higher than Ukrainian ones.
The French President called the May 14 attack a manifestation of Russian hypocrisy and promised support. The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of air defense systems for the security of all of Europe.
The Russian Federation launched 1,567 drones and 56 missiles; seven people were killed in Kyiv. Zelenskyy ordered the Defense Forces to prepare a response to the massive attack.
The AFU struck a Tor SAM system, a Yastreb radar, and a Redut-2US communications complex on the territory of the Russian Federation and in occupied territories. Enemy warehouses and repair units were also destroyed.
Draft Law No. 15232 proposes the creation of a Unified Register of Mobilization Needs for transparent conscription. Citizens will be able to see the order of priority and mobilization requirements.
The Rada proposes to ban indefinite deferments and create a registry of individuals. Those with deferments must pay contributions or work at critical infrastructure facilities.
The Verkhovna Rada supported bill No. 15167 on directing the military tax to a special fund. Starting from 2027, these funds will be used exclusively for payments to military personnel.
During the past 24 hours, 1,060 Russian soldiers and 1,853 enemy drones were eliminated. Additionally, 68 artillery systems, 3 tanks, and 213 units of motor vehicles were destroyed.
