Russian propaganda
The Russian Federation spreads fakes about military registration in Poland to disrupt recruitment. The campaign is aimed at destroying citizens' trust in the army and the state.
Germany will not evacuate its embassy from Kyiv despite Russian threats regarding attacks on May 9. Diplomats do not plan to change their presence in Ukraine.
Pashinyan stated that Armenia is not Russia's ally on the issue of Ukraine. Yerevan provides humanitarian aid to Kyiv and has hosted Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a visit.
The Ukrainian pavilion, titled Net Making, has opened in Venice. Its centerpiece is the sculpture 'Origami Deer' by Zhanna Kadyrova, which was evacuated from Pokrovsk.
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Armenian ambassador over Zelenskyy's visit and his statements. Moscow was outraged by Yerevan's lack of a negative reaction to the President's speech.
Latvia handed a protest note to a Russian diplomat over drones entering three districts of the country. Riga also condemned the Kremlin's threats to strike Kyiv on May 9.
Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov stated the necessity of withdrawing Ukrainian troops from Donbas. This would allegedly allow for a suspension of hostilities and the beginning of a dialogue.
President Zelenskyy advises foreign representatives against visiting Moscow on May 9. The RF previously rejected Ukraine's proposal for a ceasefire and is threatening new strikes.
Russia has announced a ceasefire from May 8 to 10. The Russian Ministry of Defense is threatening a strike on Kyiv in the event of attempts to disrupt the celebrations in Moscow.
The ICRC is ready to facilitate the departure of people from occupied Oleshky and neighboring villages. Ombudsman Lubinets reported that lists of individuals for urgent evacuation have been sent to the committee.
Andrii Sybiha condemned Russia's return to the Venice Biennale during the war. Cultural events must not whitewash the war crimes of the aggressor.
Gauleiter Yevhen Balytskyi has canceled the parade and march in the occupied part of the Zaporizhzhia region due to the "threat from Ukrainian drones". Residents were only offered the opportunity to lay flowers.
Construction delays among Russia's top developers have risen to 15%, and 93% of new apartments have defects. High interest rates and debts are leading the industry toward a total collapse.
The EU will not evacuate diplomats from Kyiv despite Russia's threats leading up to May 9. Brussels described Russia's statements as part of a reckless escalatory tactic.
Real incomes of Russians grew by only 1. 5% due to a collapse in business profits. The non-payment crisis and expensive loans have deprived the Russian Federation of resources for wage growth.
The Government of New Zealand has introduced sanctions against 20 Russian individuals and legal entities. The restrictions target cybercriminals, propagandists, and payment services.
In Moscow, mobile internet and SMS will be disabled on May 9 to "ensure security. " Home internet and Wi-Fi will operate in normal mode.
Fernand Kartheiser is inviting MEPs to a meeting with the Russian State Duma in June. He refused to name the European politicians or officials to whom he sent the invitations. The EU has called this an attempt to draw politicians into cooperation with the Kremlin.
The case of Lieutenant Yuri Kim for the executions in Bucha has been sent to court. His involvement in 17 murders and 20 crimes against civilians has been established.
Ukraine officially honors the victory over Nazism on May 8, following the European tradition. May 9 is now celebrated as Europe Day instead of the Soviet holiday.
The Argentine government has detained Dmitry Novikov, the leader of the La Compañía network. The organization discredited President Javier Milei for his support of Ukraine.
In the Kherson region, occupiers are forcing students to clean memorials instead of preparing for exams. Children are being used as free labor for propaganda events leading up to May 9th.
The Russian Federation uses cyberattacks and disinformation to destabilize Poland. The goal of these operations is to undermine trust and block the logistics hub for aid to Ukraine.
Parades for Victory Day have been completely canceled in at least 15 regions of the Russian Federation. In Moscow and St. Petersburg, events will take place without the use of military equipment.
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has declared the inevitability of strikes on Kyiv in the event of any disruption to the May 9 celebrations. They are urging foreign states to evacuate their diplomats.
The Ministry of Justice is asking the court to seize the assets of Mykola and Oleksii Azarov for state revenue. The list includes real estate, funds, icons, and corporate rights.
The Russian Federation plans to export valuable raw materials from 18 deposits in the occupied south of Ukraine. The invaders are also preparing a large-scale seizure of this year's harvest.
A native of Latvia defrauded Kyiv residents of 3 million UAH under the pretext of an SBU audit regarding the purchase of dietary supplements. The organizer of the scheme has already been notified of suspicion.
Rumors about the cancellation of critical status for enterprises were labeled as disinformation. The Office of the President emphasized the importance of business for financing the Defense Forces.
Liechtenstein will join the agreement on the establishment of the Special Tribunal for the aggression of the RF. The total number of participating states in the initiative has increased to 25 countries.