In his evening video address, President Zelenskyy spoke about the results of the meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief and about the upcoming meeting with the US President in Washington.
The US Supreme Court denied Russia's Sberbank an appeal in the case concerning the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17. The plane was shot down over Russian-occupied Donbas in the summer of 2014.
Ukraine managed to rescue three teenagers from the temporarily occupied territories. They are receiving assistance with document restoration, psychological support, and guidance for a new stage of life.
Ukraine managed to rescue 16 young people from the temporarily occupied territory. All of them are safe, receiving psychological support, and restoring their documents.
Three young people aged 18-20 were rescued from the temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. One of them avoided forced labor, and the other two avoided mobilization into the Russian army.
Two 18-year-old teenagers have been rescued from temporarily occupied territories. They refused to enroll in Russian universities and received draft notices for the Russian army.
Ukraine has successfully returned 16 children from temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. Among those rescued are a girl whose parents were convicted by the occupiers, and children who lost their homes or lived in fear.
Head of the Kyiv City Military Administration Tymur Tkachenko and Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak, along with security advisors from Germany, Britain, France, and Italy, honored the memory of 22 victims, including 4 children, of a Russian missile strike in Kyiv's Darnytskyi district. Tkachenko emphasized that Western partners must see what kind of terrorists Ukraine is confronting.
Ukraine returned a 17-year-old boy forcibly taken to Russia. He did not receive proper treatment for a chronic illness.
A 20-year-old Ukrainian was evacuated from the temporarily occupied territory. He was under pressure from the occupiers, who forced him to obtain Russian documents and threatened his family.
Kyiv continues close coordination with allies on security guarantees. The European integration track, pressure on Russia, and investments in weapons production were discussed.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva called on Norway to invest in drone and weapons production in Ukraine. This is seen as a contribution to European security and a guarantee of a strong Ukrainian army.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Ukraine will not lose the war and Russia will not win, and called on the West to pressure Russia for negotiations. He emphasized Ukraine's strength in fighting and arms production.
Two groups of Ukrainian children and young people returned from the temporarily occupied territories. They were forced to attend Russian schools and meet with military personnel.
Deputy Head of the President's Office Ihor Zhovkva stated that there is no progress in the return of Ukrainian civilians and abducted children. He called on the international community to be more actively involved in humanitarian issues.
Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, will meet with the Ukrainian delegation in the US. Possible security guarantees for Ukraine and a future meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin will be discussed.
Starting tomorrow, men aged 18 to 22 inclusive can travel abroad. This is stipulated by a new government decree.
Men aged 18-22 can now travel abroad, but they need a military registration document. Restrictions remain for those holding public office.
Mykhailo Podolyak, advisor to the Head of the President's Office, stated that Ukraine is a guarantor of the stability of the European security architecture. The Armed Forces of Ukraine act as the main ground force on the continent, capable of effectively performing collective defense tasks.
As part of Bring Kids Back UA, a child who had been under occupation for years has been returned. She is preparing to study at a Ukrainian university.
Serhiy Leshchenko, advisor to the Head of the Presidential Office, commented on the statement by US Vice President J. D. Vance about the possible end of the war in six months. Leshchenko emphasized that without a ceasefire and stabilization at the front, it is impossible to predict timelines, as the situation is constantly changing.
The long-range version of the Ukrainian cruise missile "Long Neptune", which has been under development since 2023, has been publicly demonstrated for the first time. It can hit the enemy at a distance of up to 1000 km, has an increased fuselage diameter and a length of more than 6 meters.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that freedom and independence are the code of the Ukrainian state. He thanked every soldier and Ukrainian who fights for Ukraine.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva announced that the development of security guarantees for Ukraine is being carried out through military and political tracks. The list of guarantees will be ready in a few days, after which a meeting between President Zelenskyy and Putin is expected.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak announced that the first drafts of security guarantees for Ukraine will be ready next week. These guarantees include strengthening the Armed Forces of Ukraine, developing the military-industrial complex, and a clear action plan in case of aggression, similar to NATO's Article 5.
Two young men, aged 21 and 22, have been returned from temporarily occupied Crimea thanks to the initiative of the President of Ukraine "Bring Kids Back UA". The young people grew up under occupation and experienced constant pressure.
President Zelenskyy received NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss joint steps regarding the security of Ukraine and Europe. The meeting focused on diplomacy, security guarantees, and weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, including the PURL program.
The President of Ukraine signed a law guaranteeing military personnel 15 days of annual leave and returning 14 days of additional leave to combatants. Educational leave for contract soldiers of the "18-24" program has also been introduced.
The Office of the President of Ukraine is reforming its staff, increasing the percentage of military personnel and veterans among employees of all departments. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy supported the proposal of the Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak.
The law guarantees servicemen 15 days of annual leave. Combatants will receive an additional 14 days, and contract soldiers aged 18-24 will get leave for exams.
