Serhii Flash reported the installation of EW systems on Russian Shaheds. The equipment is intended to suppress interceptor drones and create interference for radar systems.
Russian drones attacked the south of the Odesa region, damaging residential buildings, a port, and an educational institution. Two people were injured as a result of the shelling.
In Zaporizhzhia, damage to 25 houses and the destruction of two homes were recorded after the attack. An apartment also burned down; priority repair work is ongoing.
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.
In the Stavropol Krai, the Nevinnomyssky Azot plant caught fire after a night attack. The enterprise supplies chemicals for the production of Russian Federation ammunition.
Russian drones damaged metro exits and transport in Kharkiv. One person was injured in the center of the city as a result of the overnight attack.
Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,230 military personnel, an aircraft, and 1,865 drones. Total losses of the occupiers since the beginning of the invasion have reached 1,347,620 people.
May 16 marks the days of boys, light, peaceful coexistence, and the protection of endangered species. It is also a day to congratulate those celebrating name days, including Oleksandr and Heorhiy.
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.
A modernized TR-85M1R tank with folding anti-drone protection was presented in Bucharest. Romania plans to upgrade 108 vehicles based on the Ukrainian model.
BAE Systems has presented the 155mm MDACS system for the low-cost downing of aerial targets using HVP projectiles. The first battery is planned to be delivered to the US Army by 2027.
Traffic on the Crimean Bridge has been suspended due to the threat of a drone attack on the peninsula. Residents have been urged to charge their gadgets and remain calm.
Investigators in Greece have determined that a sea drone carrying explosives went off course due to a malfunction. Athens believes the craft is Ukrainian, but Kyiv denies this.
The Foreign Ministers of Georgia and Ukraine discussed the restoration of relations in Chișinău. The parties are ready for dialogue despite existing diplomatic challenges.
A Moscow court granted the lawsuit of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation against Euroclear for $249 billion. The Belgian depository plans to appeal this decision.
About 60 U. S. officers are training to electronically disable drones at the FIFA World Cup. The FBI will coordinate airspace protection in key cities.
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.
