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Switzerland will host a two-day high-level peace conference on Ukraine on June 15-16, aimed at creating "a framework conducive to achieving a comprehensive and lasting peace in Ukraine.

Germany has initiated a global analysis of existing Patriot air defense systems to determine which ones can be quickly provided to Ukraine.

Russia's economy is suffering greatly from Western sanctions due to the war in Ukraine: falling revenues, high inflation, capital outflows, industrial decline, and growing dependence on China.

This year, Ukraine expects significant progress in the confiscation of frozen Russian assets with the support of the United Kingdom, as well as coordinated steps to obtain additional air defense systems from partners.

President Zelenskyy welcomed newly appointed Portuguese Prime Minister Luiz Montenegro and discussed defense agreements, a bilateral security agreement, and future joint contacts.

The United States agrees with South Korea to impose restrictions on the export of semiconductor technology and equipment to China, similar to those already imposed by the United States, as part of efforts to hinder the development of the Chinese semiconductor industry for national security reasons.

The International Register of Damages for Ukraine (RD4U) is expected to receive between 6 and 8 million applications for compensation for damages caused by Russian aggression from individuals, businesses, and the government.

Russia's massive attack on March 22 caused serious damage to Ukraine's energy infrastructure, requiring urgent repairs and an increase in generating capacity, especially maneuvering capacity for Kharkiv and Odesa, as well as strengthening air defense and physical protection of facilities.

Ukraine and the United States sign a bilateral agreement to postpone payments on Ukraine's public debt, allowing Ukraine to use the funds for social and humanitarian needs during the war.

Putin can be invited to the G20 summit in Brazil in November only if all participating countries agree, French President Emmanuel Macron said.

G7 ambassadors call for a transparent and fair process to elect a new head of the High Qualification Commission of Judges in Ukraine after the previous head resigned.

Washington supports the idea of issuing $50 billion worth of bonds for Ukraine using frozen russian assets to finance Ukraine's war effort.

Ukraine is actively negotiating security guarantees with 10 countries, in addition to the 7 such agreements already concluded with 5 G7 countries.

G7 countries threaten to ban Iran Air from flying to Europe if Iran supplies ballistic missiles or related technologies to Russia.

If the U. S. Congress fails to approve funding for Ukraine's aid, Ukraine will call on the G7 countries to increase their contributions to support it.

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak met with the Ambassador of India to Ukraine and discussed preparations for the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland, emphasizing the importance of further involving India in the process of establishing a just peace in Ukraine.

Viktor Pavlushchyk, the newly elected head of the National Agency for the Prevention of Corruption, held his first meeting with G7 ambassadors and the Head of the EU Delegation to Ukraine, where he presented his vision for the NAPC's further development, including team cohesion, improving the declaration process and preventing corruption risks.

Ukraine has a clear plan of action and first results in accessing frozen Russian assets worth about €300 billion to finance the costs of recovery.

The Deputy Chairperson of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine met with the Ambassador of Spain to discuss Spain's continued support for the treatment and rehabilitation of Ukrainian soldiers, the provision of engineering equipment, and Spain's readiness to assist Ukraine in security, humanitarian aid, gender equality, and the return of deported Ukrainian children.

The UK proposes to use frozen Russian assets as collateral for a loan or bond to provide financing to Ukraine, with the expectation that they will be reimbursed when Russia pays reparations.

Deputy Head of the President's Office Ihor Zhovkva starts negotiations with Spain on a bilateral security agreement.

Prime Minister Shmyhal expects all NATO member states and more than 30 other countries to sign security agreements that will guarantee Ukraine's defense.

In March, Ukraine expects to receive €4. 5 billion from the EU and $900 million from the IMF.

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal says Ukraine needs at least $37 billion in foreign aid.

According to a CBS News poll, American voters are more positive about Trump's economy than Biden's current economy, allowing Trump to pull ahead of Biden nationally ahead of the midterm elections.

Ukraine is preparing for a Kremlin-sponsored disinformation campaign aimed at undermining President Zelenskyy's credibility as the end of his term approaches.

Switzerland has joined the 13th package of EU sanctions against russia, expanding its sanctions lists to 106 individuals and 88 organizations involved in the supply of weapons to North Korea and the occupation of Ukrainian territories.

Canada and its G7 partners are imposing additional restrictions on imports of Russian diamonds to further reduce russia's diamond export revenues.

The meeting of G20 finance ministers in Brazil ended without a joint statement due to disagreements between the countries over the assessment of the war in Ukraine and its impact on the global economy.

The White House wants the G7 countries to prepare proposals to confiscate Russian assets to help fund Ukraine's budget and reconstruction needs before the next G7 summit in June.