Emmanuel Macron

European supporters of Ukraine are preparing for increased sanctions against Vladimir Putin due to his refusal to participate in negotiations regarding Ukraine in Turkey.

John Healey called on allies to increase pressure on Putin for real negotiations. He stated that the Russian leader can end the war immediately.

The European Commission believes that TikTok does not provide enough information about advertising content and restricts advertising search. If the accusations are confirmed, the company faces a fine of up to 6% of its income.

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.

France will send all weapons produced in 2025 to Ukraine to support the country. Paris also returned cannons previously sold to other countries to transfer them to Ukraine.

The French President confirmed negotiations on expanding the "nuclear umbrella". He stressed that Paris will not pay for the security of other countries.

The President of France stated that Paris will support Ukraine, but does not seek escalation to World War III. France is also ready to discuss the deployment of French military aircraft with nuclear weapons in Europe.

French President Macron called on the EU to increase pressure on Israel due to the humanitarian situation in Gaza. He stated that it is necessary to review the cooperation agreement with Israel.

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.

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.

Serhiy Leshchenko stated that Zelenskyy is going to Istanbul, but Putin is not. If Putin does not come, he will show weakness, and if he comes, he will be forced to invent fake arguments.

Serhiy Leshchenko stated that Putin is unlikely to agree to direct negotiations with Zelenskyy in Turkey. The President of Ukraine is ready for a meeting, but the Kremlin will avoid it.

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.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz insists on a ceasefire by the Russian Federation so that real negotiations become possible. Ukraine has already agreed to a 30-day ceasefire.

Erdogan stated Turkey's readiness to organize negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to achieve lasting peace. He discussed this issue with Macron.

Emmanuel Macron said that Putin's initiative for negotiations on May 15 is only the first step, but not enough. Macron believes that Putin is looking for a way out, but wants to buy time.

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.

Zelenskyy stated that the idea of a 15-kilometer demilitarized zone is not viable, as it would leave Kherson, Kharkiv, and Sumy under fire. Ukraine has not received any official proposals.

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.

President Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to the United States for supporting Ukraine, including military assistance and intelligence sharing. He also expressed hope for stronger sanctions against Russia.

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.

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the war camp is in Moscow, while the peace camp is in Kyiv. He emphasized the importance of mobilizing the peace camp to protect European security.

President Zelenskyy announced a telephone conversation with Donald Trump, where a complete ceasefire was discussed. Ukraine and its allies are ready for a ceasefire from Monday.