Andriy Yermak met with Keith Kellogg in Washington to discuss the situation on the front and strengthening sanctions against Russia. Ukraine is waiting for an answer regarding the abducted children.
A Ukrainian government delegation has arrived in Washington for talks. The priorities are strengthening sanctions against Russia, returning stolen children, and launching an investment fund for reconstruction.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak arrived in Washington at the head of a delegation to discuss defense support, sanctions against Russia and the reconstruction of Ukraine. Meetings with representatives of both parties are also planned.
The President of Ukraine announced the completion of negotiations in Istanbul. According to him, a new large-scale exchange of prisoners between Ukraine and Russia is being prepared.
The Ukrainian side handed over to the Russian side a list of Ukrainian children for return. We are talking about hundreds of children who were illegally deported by Russia.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, it was possible to return Karina and Kirill, who ended up in occupation as children. They are currently planning to build their future in Ukraine.
Ukraine will offer a complete ceasefire at negotiations with Russia on Monday, June 2. Zelenskyy reported that the Russian Federation has not submitted its "memorandum" to any party.
Andriy Yermak stated the need to stop the supply of weapons from the DPRK to the Russian Federation and to stop the offensive. He called for demanding action, not just loud statements.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding a possible meeting in Istanbul. They discussed a four-way meeting of the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United States.
Turkish President Recep Erdogan spoke with Volodymyr Zelenskyy about relations between the countries and preparations for negotiations in Istanbul. Turkey will continue its efforts for peace between Ukraine and Russia.
The President of Ukraine announced a planned conversation with Erdogan to add real substance to a possible meeting. He also noted that neither Ukraine nor Turkey have information about the Russian "memorandum".
Trump may step away from Ukraine and focus on the Middle East to win the Nobel Peace Prize. If Russia does not make concessions, the US may withdraw from negotiations.
Nebenzya stated that Russia is ready to consider a ceasefire on the condition that mobilization in Ukraine is stopped and the supply of weapons from the West is ceased. Sybiha called this rhetoric a slap in the face to everyone who advocates for peace.
Andriy Yermak announced Ukraine's readiness to continue negotiations with Russia to cease fire. Turkey provided a platform for the meeting of the parties in Istanbul on May 16.
Ukraine has already conveyed its vision of a peaceful settlement to Russia, but is waiting for their draft. Kyiv believes that the Russian leadership is doing everything to ensure that the meetings are empty.
The US is not planning to send a delegation to the talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. Trump expects progress, but wants to see the results of the meeting without the participation of the American side.
The next round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place on June 2 in Istanbul. Ukraine expects a "memorandum" from Russia with a vision for a ceasefire for discussion.
Russian officials are trying to impose their conditions and time for peace talks on Ukraine. The Kremlin wants to use any gains on the front to gain concessions from Ukraine.
Andriy Yermak emphasized the importance of the presence of representatives of the USA and the EU at negotiations with Russia. Ukraine is waiting for a document from the Russian Federation regarding the ceasefire.
Andriy Yermak had a conversation with advisors to the leaders of Great Britain, Germany, France and Italy. He emphasized the importance of the presence of the United States and Europe at the negotiating table.
russia did not provide the promised memorandum, despite promises to the US, Turkey and others. Zelensky called it another deception, calling for increased sanctions.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 11 Ukrainian children were rescued from temporarily occupied territories. Among those rescued are children with difficult stories and separation from loved ones.
Foreign Minister Sybiha stated that Russia is manipulating in order to push the United States out of the peace process. Without the States, it is impossible to increase pressure on the Russian Federation.
The head of the Presidential Office stated that Russia is stalling for time and is not providing specifics regarding negotiations. It is possible to accelerate the ceasefire with sanctions and weapons.
The President of Ukraine stated that the night attacks by the Russian Federation on Ukrainian cities led to the death of civilians, including children. He called on the world to increase pressure on Russia.
After the night attack by the Russian Federation, which killed children, Sybiga and Yermak called on the world to increase pressure on Moscow. They emphasized that without this pressure, Russian attacks will only increase.
The head of the Office of the President, Andriy Yermak, hinted at important news today. This happened against the background of expectations of the continuation of the exchange of prisoners with the Russian Federation, which Zelensky mentioned earlier.
As a result of the night attack by Russia on Kyiv, 15 people were injured. Residential buildings in three districts, a shopping center, an educational institution, cars and a boiler house were damaged.
The Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine had a conversation with advisors on national security and foreign policy of Great Britain, Germany, France and Italy. They discussed the exchange of prisoners and sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is interested in ending the war and is ready for quick steps. We need a mirror readiness from Russia, which is currently lacking.