Negotiations in Istanbul ended without a breakthrough on a ceasefire due to unrealistic conditions set by the Russians. European leaders are coordinating actions and condemning Moscow's position.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, along with the leaders of France, Germany, Britain, and Poland, held a phone conversation with Donald Trump. Details of the conversation are promised to be released later.
Support for Rafał Trzaskowski is falling to 30%, while Karol Nawrocki is gaining 25%. Polls show that the second round of elections will be tense.
TikTok has restricted search queries related to a fake video about Macron and Mertz allegedly using drugs in Kyiv. Russian propagandists were spreading false information.
The French President confirmed negotiations on expanding the "nuclear umbrella". He stressed that Paris will not pay for the security of other countries.
Friedrich Merz called on Putin to agree to a ceasefire, which Ukraine has already agreed to. The US, Ukraine and Europe have put forward 22 conditions for a ceasefire.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he has repeatedly emphasized to Donald Trump that Putin is not interested in ending the war. The US, Ukraine and the EU have put forward 22 conditions for a ceasefire.
Trump called for peace, disrupting the EU's plans for sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy accepted Putin's invitation to negotiations in Istanbul, fearing to offend Trump.
Poland has accused two Ukrainians of setting fire to the Marywilska 44 shopping center, suspecting them of collaborating with Russia. Also, the authorities are closing the Russian consulate in Krakow due to possible involvement in the incident, and the Russian ambassador has been summoned to the Polish Foreign Ministry.
The office of the President of France has denied the Russian fake news about Macron and other leaders using drugs, publishing a photo of a napkin and declaring the unity of Europe.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the fire at the Marywilska 44 shopping center in Warsaw was arson, ordered by Russian special services. Some of the perpetrators have been detained, others have been identified and are being searched for.
Donald Trump commented on Putin's statement about negotiations, emphasizing the readiness of the United States to work with both sides. He announced an important week in this context.
European allies of Ukraine are considering blocking Nord Stream 2 if Moscow refuses a 30-day ceasefire proposed by the United States. The EU may also double the number of vessels on the sanctions list for transporting Russian oil.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Emmanuel Macron. They discussed a ceasefire from May 12, support for Ukraine and joining the EU, which Ukraine is very much counting on.
Putin's spokesman Peskov said that Russia "promises to think" about Ukraine's proposal for a 30-day ceasefire.
Zelenskyy announced that he expects a response from Russia regarding a 30-day ceasefire starting on May 12. He emphasized that this would create a chance for diplomacy.
The French President announced the readiness of a new package of sanctions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to fully cease fire. A contingent is also being prepared to support the Ukrainian army.
The French President stated that the first level of defense is the Ukrainian army, the second is the guarantees of the allies. He wants a ceasefire to begin on Monday.
The German Chancellor stated that measures for peace in Ukraine will be discussed confidentially with the United States. Sanctions against Russia are also being discussed in the event of a refusal to cease fire.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that sanctions against Russia are working and have significantly limited the Kremlin's capabilities. He added that they did not allow Russia to win.
Keir Starmer stated that if Putin does not cease fire for 30 days, Ukraine will receive increased military aid, and strict sanctions will be imposed against Russia. The leaders of the "Coalition of the Willing" demand peace without conditions.
Ukraine, together with its allies, demands a complete ceasefire from Russia from May 12 for 30 days. Monitoring is possible in coordination with the US for a real chance of diplomacy.
The US, Ukraine, and Europe have developed a list of 22 conditions for Putin, including a 30-day ceasefire. A US special representative is to hand over this document to the Russian dictator.
Dmitry Medvedev responded in a rude manner to the discussion of peace plans for Ukraine by the leaders of France, Poland, Britain, and Germany. Ukraine and its allies are ready for a ceasefire.
Following the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, leaders held a phone conversation with Trump. Ukraine and allies are ready for a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday.
The leaders of France, Britain, Germany and Poland called on Russia for a complete ceasefire for 30 days. They want to create space for negotiations on a just peace and increase pressure on the Russian Federation.
A meeting between the leaders of France, Poland, Britain and Germany with Zelensky is taking place at the Mariinsky Palace in Kyiv. The leaders are expected to speak to the press later.
The Kyiv metro station "Maidan Nezalezhnosti" is open again for passengers after a temporary closure due to the visit of foreign delegations and commemorative events.
Emmanuel Macron stated that Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire, but Russia is delaying. He emphasized increasing pressure on the Russian Federation in coordination with the United States if Moscow continues the blockade.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the leaders of the "coalition of the willing" in Kyiv. Together they honored the memory of the fallen defenders of Ukraine on Maidan Nezalezhnosti.
