As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, nine children were rescued from the occupied territories. Among them is a girl who was barely rescued due to the lack of medicine.
Andriy Yermak discussed the meeting in Istanbul and negotiations on ending the war with Swiss advisor Gabriel Lühinger. Switzerland has confirmed its readiness to host future meetings.
A bipartisan group of U. S. senators has introduced a resolution calling for the return of all abducted Ukrainian children before any peace agreement is concluded with Russia. They emphasize that this is a condition for ending the war.
The Center for Counteracting Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine has recorded the creation of fake accounts of the President, the First Lady, the Head of the Presidential Office, and the Head of the SBU. Their official accounts have the appropriate verification mark.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, a 19-year-old girl returned to the territory controlled by Ukraine. She had not seen her relatives for more than three years, her hometown was under fire.
US Special Representative Steve Witcoff canceled his visit to Putin due to his refusal to discuss the 22-point peace plan developed jointly with Ukraine and Europe. The plan was discussed between Ukrainian and American officials.
Andriy Sybiga stated that Ukraine is ready to work for peace, and Russia must prove the seriousness of its intentions. Yermak emphasized a complete ceasefire.
Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg met in Istanbul with representatives of Ukraine, Great Britain, France and Greece to discuss peace. A possible meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin was also discussed at the meeting.
Andriy Yermak emphasized that Russia's attempts to associate the negotiations with 2022 are meaningless. The Ukrainian delegation at the negotiations in Istanbul will demand a ceasefire.
The Ukrainian side has declared its readiness for an unconditional ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level to achieve lasting peace. Peace is possible under the condition of concrete actions by the Russian Federation.
The Turkish representative will leave the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia after the welcoming speech. The Russian delegation is against the presence of the United States at the negotiations.
Andriy Yermak discussed with representatives of the USA, Great Britain, France and Germany the possible meeting of Zelensky and Putin, as well as the issue of ceasefire.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed negotiations, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the Russian offensive with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Ukraine does not recognize the occupied territories as Russian.
The Ukrainian delegation is heading to Istanbul for negotiations with the participation of the USA, Turkey and Russia. Zelensky expressed hope that the meeting will not be just for show.
The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has been given lists of Ukrainian defenders who are in Russian captivity. The pontiff emphasized that his heart is with Ukraine.
The composition of the Russian delegation for negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul will become known in the morning. Zelensky will visit Turkey on May 15 and meet with Erdogan.
Negotiations on a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia are to begin in Turkey tomorrow. Zelenskyy is ready for direct negotiations with Putin, but will the Russian dictator come?
The President of France announced the EU's expectations for a ceasefire in Ukraine. He emphasized the readiness to strengthen sanctions against Russia in case of refusal to cease fire.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy may travel to the enthronement of Pope Leo XIV on May 18. According to Yermak, Rome is a wonderful place to meet with foreign leaders.
Andriy Yermak confirmed Zelenskyy's readiness for negotiations in Turkey. Trump's statement about possible presence is an important signal for the Russian Federation.
At the negotiations with Ukraine on May 15, Russia will be represented by Lavrov and Ushakov. There is no official confirmation yet, but an announcement from Putin is expected.
A delegation from Russia will arrive in Istanbul on May 15, awaiting the Ukrainian side. However, the Kremlin has not yet disclosed the composition of the Russian delegation.
Putin's spokesman said that Russia is preparing for negotiations in Istanbul, but a final decision on Putin's participation has not yet been made. Zelenskyy is ready to talk only to him.
Andriy Yermak said that if Putin refuses to negotiate in Turkey, it will finally show Russia's unwillingness to make peace. Ukraine is ready for negotiations, but first of all, a ceasefire is necessary.
Andriy Yermak stated that Russia does not show any desire to cease fire. Therefore, according to him, it would be a mistake to allow Russians to participate in football championships.
Andriy Yermak discussed with European partners Zelensky's readiness to meet with Putin in Turkey. Ukraine strives to establish a just peace.
The Presidential Office emphasized that a ceasefire is the first step towards ending the war. Sybiha called for concrete steps, starting with a full 30-day ceasefire.
Andriy Yermak stated that the creation of a Special Tribunal is a confirmation of the rule of law. A coalition of 39 countries supported the creation of a tribunal regarding the aggression of the Russian Federation.
Andriy Yermak announced consultations on a month-long ceasefire. The initiative is supported by the USA, Great Britain, France, Germany and other partners of Ukraine.
Andriy Yermak announced negotiations with the US regarding a ceasefire and the implementation of agreements between Zelenskyy and Trump. They also discussed strengthening economic partnership.