Sybiha discussed Gripen fighter jets and EU accession in Sweden. Stockholm will support the opening of all negotiation clusters for Ukraine by the end of June.
US prosecutors have accused Raúl Castro of ordering the shoot-down of civilian aircraft in 1996. Media outlets note that the move is linked to Trump's plans for regime change in Cuba.
Zelenskyy's team discussed security and diplomacy with the US. The President plans to involve Europe in trilateral communication to pressure the Russians.
Britain has apologized for allowing the import of fuel derived from Russian oil and will revoke it. The decision was attributed to a shortage, but it drew criticism for supporting the aggressor.
The US is asking Ukraine to ease sanctions against Belarusian potash to reduce Russia's influence. Experts point to threats due to Minsk's complicity in the aggression.
Timur Mindich is challenging President Zelenskyy's decree on the imposition of sanctions in court. The lawsuit was filed with the Cassation Administrative Court on May 14.
The EU has extended sanctions against 70 Russians for human rights violations for another year. An expansion of restrictions against Iran due to threats to shipping was also agreed upon.
The Office of the President has approached Britain for clarification regarding the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil. The US has also extended the authorization for fuel purchases.
Zelenskyy reported on Russia's plans to mobilize 100,000 people. Ukraine is preparing to expand long-range sanctions and defense against new war scenarios.
Hungary's new government will not obstruct the imposition of restrictions against the head of the ROC and Russian officials. The EU is also preparing sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet.
The parties agreed on the route for Power of Siberia 2, but the schedule and prices remain open. An agreement on a new railway was signed and the visa-free regime was extended.
The Agency is seeking managers for Zhevago's real estate and a business center owned by sanctioned Russians. The seized assets must work for the economy of Ukraine.
The US is asking Ukraine and the EU to ease sanctions on Belarusian potash to improve relations with Minsk. Lithuania is currently refusing to restore transit.
The G7 is preparing new financing for Ukraine and demands reforms, including limiting VAT exemptions. Partners will also allocate funds for the repair of Chornobyl NPP facilities.
Great Britain has authorized the import of fuel derived from Russian oil via third countries. The decision is attributed to market shortages and rising global prices.
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Amin Exchange and 19 oil tankers. The restrictions target a network of front companies in the UAE, China, and Hong Kong.
President Zelenskyy approved plans for long-range strikes against the Russian Federation for June. Ukraine will also increase drone supplies and funding for combat brigades.
The EU criticizes the US decision to extend the waiver of sanctions on Russian oil. Valdis Dombrovskis called for increased pressure on Moscow instead of easing it.
About 200 Russian military personnel underwent secret training on drone usage at bases in China. Some of them have reportedly returned to fight against Ukraine at the front.
Russia is spreading a fake about "Indian assistants" to the TCC to divide society. The primary source of the plant was a little-known propaganda Telegram channel. In Ukraine, it was disseminated by bloggers who are under sanctions.
In April, Ukraine's GDP grew by 0. 9%, improving indicators after a difficult first quarter. At the same time, Russia's oil revenues fell by 21% due to sanctions.
Putin will discuss the construction of the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline in Beijing. Russia's economic dependence on sanctioned technologies from China has reached over 90%.
Oil prices dropped by 2% following Trump's statement on suspending the strike on Iran in favor of negotiations. The price of Brent fell to $109.84 per barrel.
Iran proposes transferring 400 kg of enriched uranium to Russia and freezing its nuclear program. The US has allegedly agreed to lift oil sanctions against Tehran.
Kaja Kallas announced a possible termination of aid to countries that support the Russian Federation or Iran. European companies may receive preferences in procurement.
ISW reports the negative impact of Ukrainian strikes on Russia's oil infrastructure. Coupled with the budget deficit and Western sanctions, the Russian economy is on the brink of collapse.
Gymnasts from Russia and Belarus have been allowed to compete with national symbols and anthems. The CCD called this decision playing into the hands of enemy propaganda.
The President of Ukraine has approved new operations for the Defense Forces. According to Zelenskyy, the war is returning "to the one place from where the war originated."
The President of Iran declared the protection of the people's rights and a refusal to surrender. Pakistan has conveyed Tehran's updated peace proposal to the United States for negotiations.
1,700 tons of food and hygiene products from Mexico and Uruguay arrived in Havana. The aid will be distributed among children, the elderly, and vulnerable families.
