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Putin wanted to show strength, but confirmed weakness — Sybiha on the massive attack on Kyiv

Russia attacked Ukraine with hundreds of drones and missiles; there are fatalities and dozens of wounded. Sybiha called this Putin's weakness and urged for increased support.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 07:43 AM • 4973 views
Russia increases pressure on Armenia over its course toward the EU

The Russian Federation has intensified pressure on Armenia due to its course toward the EU and the summit involving Zelenskyy. Moscow has banned flower imports and is threatening the country's withdrawal from the EAEU.

Politics • May 24, 01:15 AM • 10345 views
The US admits that sanctions no longer force Iran to make concessions

The Trump administration has acknowledged the exhaustion of economic pressure resources on Iran. Despite two thousand sanctions, Tehran continues to sell oil to China.

Economy • May 23, 11:15 PM • 5422 views
Lithuania urged the EU to return to the issue of using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine

Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The previous 50-billion-euro loan was described as only a temporary solution.

Economy • May 23, 10:16 PM • 11711 views
"Concern is not enough": Sybiha urged partners to move from solidarity to action against Russia

Sybiha urged partners to move from statements to concrete actions against Russia. He emphasized that the main warning must be heard specifically by the Kremlin regime.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:21 PM • 4388 views
Ukraine is preparing new sanction packages against the Russian Federation - ZelenskyyVideo

Zelenskyy announced new sanctions against the Russian Federation and work on EU accession. Ukraine's proposals will be taken into account in future restrictions against the aggressor.

Politics • May 23, 12:54 PM • 4727 views
Zelenskyy imposes new sanctions against Russian missile forces and shadow fleet

Zelenskyy introduced sanctions against 127 occupiers for missile strikes and 29 vessels of the Russian fleet. The restrictions target commanders who attacked civilian objects.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 11:41 AM • 64661 views
Zelenskyy confirms strike on military enterprise in Perm Krai

The Head of State confirmed an SBU strike on the Metafrax Chemicals plant in Russia. Production of components for missiles and drones at the facility has been completely halted.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 09:56 AM • 5565 views
Chemical complex of the Metafrax company hit in Russia's Perm KraiVideo

A strike occurred in the city of Gubakha against the Metafrax enterprise, which produces components for explosives. The governor confirmed the attack on an industrial facility in the region.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:34 AM • 4973 views
Péter Magyar banned the import of dozens of types of agricultural products from Ukraine

Hungary has reinstated the ban on the import of 20 categories of goods from Ukraine. The government has also changed its mind about withdrawing from the International Criminal Court.

Economy • May 22, 06:30 PM • 17011 views
Indonesia is preparing a scheme to purchase 150 million barrels of oil from the Russian Federation - Reuters

Jakarta is developing a regulatory framework for importing Russian oil due to shortages caused by the conflict with Iran. The country is also seeking fuel from US suppliers.

Economy • May 22, 03:34 PM • 5404 views
"Trust in the Lukashenko regime is zero" – EU on Belarus's potential role in peace negotiations regarding the war in Ukraine

The EU has rejected Belarus's role as a mediator due to its support for Russian aggression. There is zero trust in the Lukashenko regime, and new restrictions are being prepared.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 01:42 PM • 3914 views
RF bans parallel import of electronics and restricts supply of leading brands' equipment - intelligence

Moscow is banning the parallel import of Intel, Samsung, and Acer electronics starting May 27. This will lead to technological backwardness and rising prices.

News of the World • May 22, 01:20 PM • 3145 views
Lithuania to ban entry to the Schengen Area for another 600 Russians who fought against Ukraine

The Lithuanian Migration Department will ban entry to 600 Russians who fought against Ukraine. The restrictions will be in effect for 10 years for Lithuania and 5 years for the Schengen Area.

News of the World • May 22, 12:49 PM • 3275 views
Defense Forces struck in the direction of the oil refinery in Yaroslavl - Zelenskyy

Defense Forces struck in the direction of oil refinery in Yaroslavl, 700 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. Zelenskyy announced new long-range strikes in response to the shelling of cities.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 08:29 AM • 13336 views
The Kremlin is intensifying "cultural" assimilation in the occupied territories of Ukraine - CCD

The "Rodnik" movement, led by the sanctioned Oleg Gazmanov, is searching for vocalists in the occupied territories. The Kremlin is financing the project for the cultural assimilation and Russification of youth.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 08:16 AM • 4566 views
The United States has frozen arms sales to Taiwan due to the war with Iran

The US has suspended $14 billion in arms sales to Taiwan due to an ammunition shortage. Further deliveries will depend on the decision of the head of the Pentagon.

Politics • May 22, 07:08 AM • 4566 views
Tsukerman filed a lawsuit against Zelenskyy, but the court stayed the proceedings

Oleksandr Tsukerman decided to challenge Zelenskyy's sanctions in the Supreme Court. The lawsuit was stayed due to the lack of justification regarding the violation of the plaintiff's rights.

Politics • May 21, 07:51 PM • 5135 views
Sybiha and Rutte discussed threats from Belarus and the strengthening of sanctions

Andrii Sybiha and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed threats from Belarus and the PURL initiative. The Ukrainian Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of sanctions pressure and deterring the enemy.

Politics • May 21, 06:11 PM • 4628 views
EU criticizes Britain over weakening of sanctions against Russian fuel – Politico

London has allowed the import of fuel derived from Russian oil via third countries without coordination with the G7. The EU and Ukraine condemned this move for supporting the aggressor's economy.

Economy • May 21, 04:49 PM • 4422 views
Hungary lifted and then reintroduced a ban on agricultural imports from Ukraine – media

Hungary has reinstated a ban on the import of 20 categories of Ukrainian products following a technical error. The restrictions apply to grain, meat, and eggs.

Economy • May 21, 04:34 PM • 5653 views
This year alone, the Russian Federation has allocated 1.5 billion euros for information warfare against Ukraine – Deputy EU Ambassador

The Russian Federation has directed 1. 5 billion euros toward disinformation aimed at splitting Ukrainian society. The EU is learning from Ukraine's experience and increasing sanctions pressure.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 03:24 PM • 3401 views
Zelenskyy's visit to Britain in question due to weakening of oil sanctions against Russia – media

Zelenskyy's trip to Britain is in question due to London's permission to import fuel derived from Russian oil. Kyiv is conducting active negotiations regarding the strengthening of sanctions.

Politics • May 21, 02:35 PM • 6697 views
EU to seek exemption for banned Chinese chips to protect car companies - Bloomberg

The EU plans to temporarily lift sanctions on a Chinese chip supplier. Automakers have warned of the risk of production shutdowns due to parts shortages.

Economy • May 21, 01:36 PM • 3625 views
Russian gas stations are incurring losses on every liter of popular gasoline – intelligence

Operators in the Russian Federation are losing 84 kopecks per liter of AI-92 due to sanctions and the prioritization of military cargo. A wave of network bankruptcies is expected by the end of 2026.

Economy • May 21, 01:22 PM • 3457 views
The Kremlin sees no threat to fuel supplies in the Russian Federation due to attacks on oil refineries

Peskov denied risks to fuel supplies following drone attacks on Russian refineries. He also attributed the reduction in production to scheduled maintenance.

News of the World • May 21, 12:53 PM • 3520 views
Zelenskyy reports strike on FSB headquarters and up to a hundred occupier casualties in a single operation – shares videoVideo

SBU special forces struck the FSB headquarters and destroyed a Pantsir-S1 system. Enemy losses in a single operation amount to approximately one hundred occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 11:35 AM • 3383 views
Trump seeks redemption in Cuba after his regime-change failure in Iran - CNN

The US has accused Raul Castro of murders and tightened the oil blockade of the island. Trump is seeking regime change in Cuba following the Venezuelan scenario.

News of the World • May 21, 10:08 AM • 4129 views
Zelenskyy called the strike on the Syzran refinery a long-range sanction against Russian oil refiningVideo

Zelenskyy thanked the warriors for the precise strike on the Syzran refinery 800 km from the border. This is another long-range sanction against Russia's oil refining.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 08:35 AM • 3233 views
Zelenskyy held a conversation with Starmer amid the easing of oil sanctions against the Russian Federation

The President of Ukraine and the British Prime Minister coordinated diplomatic positions regarding the war. The conversation took place against the backdrop of London easing oil sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • May 20, 08:22 PM • 4392 views