War in Ukraine
During the day, 221 combat engagements took place; the enemy used over 5,400 drones. The highest number of attacks was recorded in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.
The Finnish Defence Forces did not detect any drones in their airspace. Despite this, authorities suspended air traffic and advised citizens to remain cautious.
Warsaw police have detained five Poles for attacking three Ukrainians aged 15-18. The incident occurred on a bridge and was motivated by national animosity.
Russia's GDP contracted by 0. 2% in the first quarter of 2026. This is the first decline of the war economy in the last three years.
The parties decided to discuss highly enriched uranium stockpiles later due to the complexity of the topic. Trump called the removal of the material a PR stunt while the war continues.
Afghanistan plans to send workers to the Russian Federation due to a record labor shortage. The only obstacle to cooperation at this time remains the language barrier.
The UAF will hold a press conference on May 18, likely to announce Serhiy Rebrov's successor. Italian Andrea Maldera is a candidate for the position of head coach of the national team.
Zelenskyy ordered the strengthening of Kyiv's defense due to Russia's plans to involve Belarus. The enemy is preparing strikes against government and military facilities in the capital of Ukraine.
Wang Yi announced Xi Jinping's visit to the US in the fall at Trump's invitation. The parties agreed on trade development and discussed the war in Ukraine.
The US has canceled the rotation of 4,000 troops in Poland. Warsaw claims the changes are logistical in nature and point to a possible transition to a permanent US presence.
Malinovskyi is leaving Genoa as a free agent to move to Trabzonspor. The Ukrainian played 74 matches and scored 10 goals for the Italian club.
The Ukraine–NATO Council meeting in the format of an informal dinner will take place on May 21 in Sweden. King Carl XVI Gustaf and the Prime Minister will participate in the event.
Syrskyi introduced unified standards for recording Russian war crimes in the "Delta" system. The Military Law Enforcement Service will form the evidence base.
Due to a UAV attack, 80 hectares of forest have been burning in the Exclusion Zone for over a day. 148 SES rescuers are involved in the liquidation at three locations.
The Russian Federation may strike Kyiv's government quarter, but will not destroy underground bunkers. Destroying the shelters would require nuclear weapons or strategic aviation.
The Russian army attacked an industrial facility and the private sector of Zaporizhzhia. As a result of the shelling, two people were injured, and residential buildings were damaged.
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.
Trump discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Xi Jinping. The US President suggested that the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv could delay the peace process.
43-year-old Serhiy N. was detained in Spain and handed over to German law enforcement. He was collecting data on German facilities for potential Russian attacks.
Stubb stated that the US needs NATO due to its proximity to Russia's nuclear weapons on the Kola Peninsula. They are aimed at New York and Washington.
Four residents of the Sumy region, aged 61-85, who were deported in 2025, have been returned. This is the result of a humanitarian dialogue involving representatives of Belarus.
The Office of the President expects the launch of the Special Tribunal for the Russian Federation's aggression in 2027. The creation of the mechanism in The Hague has already been supported by 36 countries and the European Union.
The Cabinet of Ministers has lifted restrictions on traveling abroad for all women, regardless of their positions. The new rules apply to female civil servants, judges, and members of parliament.
More than 60 foreign diplomats visited the destroyed building in the Darnytskyi district. The Kh-101 missile strike killed 24 people, including three children.
Pete Hegseth has canceled the planned deployment of four thousand US troops to Poland. This decision came as a surprise to the Pentagon and European allies.
Intelligence has uncovered Russian plans for strikes against two dozen political and military centers. The Office of the President and the state residence are under threat.
Since the beginning of the day, 80 Russian attacks have been recorded in various directions of the front. The highest number of assaults occurred in the Pokrovsk and Hulyiaipole directions.
Zelenskyy discussed long-range sanctions and Russia's plans to involve Belarus in the war. Intelligence learned about preparations for strikes on decision-making centers.
Fitness for service depends on the stage of the disease and complications. Only stage three with severe consequences grants the right to be removed from the military register.
Preparations for Putin's visit to China are complete; he will meet with Xi Jinping. The parties will discuss the results of China's negotiations with Donald Trump.