Vladimir Putin
Donald Tusk called the naming of the SOF unit after the Heroes of the UPA a threat to relations. In Poland, there are proposals to strip Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle.
Russia has allowed companies to purchase anti-aircraft guns and electronic warfare systems for drone protection. The mechanism was implemented to safeguard oil refineries and industrial facilities.
At the EAEU summit, Putin will discuss sanctions against Armenia due to its course toward the EU. Moscow is already restricting the import of goods and threatening to revise gas prices.
Monthly spending on the upbringing of Putin and Kabaeva's sons reaches 3. 5 million rubles. Foreign governesses are prohibited from discussing politics and LGBT issues with the children.
Richard Blumenthal hopes for a positive US response regarding the request for air defense. Zelenskyy sent a letter to Trump and Congress about strengthening sky protection.
The Ukrainian company Fire Point is completing tests of the FP-9 ballistic missile and could strike Moscow as early as this autumn. The chief designer and co-owner of the company, Denys Shtilerman, stated that the new missile has a trajectory that is difficult to intercept and is capable of penetrating Russian air defenses.
Kaja Kallas and EU member states consider the appointment of a negotiator premature. The bloc is preparing its 21st sanctions package and focusing on strategy rather than personalities.
Putin failed to reach an agreement with China on the Power of Siberia-2 pipeline despite price reductions. The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports a drop in trade turnover and a lack of new investments.
EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.
The head of GCHQ stated that nearly 500,000 Russian military personnel have been killed. She also warned of an intensification of Russian hybrid attacks against Europe.
The EU fears that the Russian Federation will attack the Baltics or the Arctic to test NATO unity. Putin may resort to escalation due to heavy losses and the stalemate at the front.
Dmytro Lytvyn refuted The Economist's data regarding Ukraine's preparation for years of war. The Office of the President called this information a false plant.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Russian Federation is incapable of a large-scale offensive against NATO. However, the Kremlin may resort to sabotage and provocations below the threshold of invasion.
The British government has imposed sanctions against 18 crypto exchanges and the A7 network. These entities helped Russia finance the war by bypassing existing restrictions.
Estonia's Foreign Minister stated that negotiations with the RF would turn the EU into a neutral mediator. Disputes continue within the European Union regarding the expediency of direct contacts.
Rustem Umerov is reportedly in Berlin to discuss security and EU membership with advisors from the E3 group. The meeting takes place against the backdrop of Russian threats to launch new strikes on Kyiv.
Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.
The European Commission sees no readiness for peace from Putin to discuss the appointment of a special envoy. Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov discussed defense and cooperation in Brussels.
Putin signed a decree on writing off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new contract soldiers. The benefit applies to those who sign a one-year contract starting from May 1.
Russia has deployed 36 antennas in Kaliningrad to spoof GPS signals within a 450 km radius. This creates constant interference for aviation and communications in EU countries.
Putin has authorized Russian troops to invade other countries over foreign court rulings. The NSDC has called this preparation for future armed interventions.
Marco Rubio conveyed a message from Putin to Trump, received via Lavrov. The US is ready to facilitate the end of the war and play a constructive role.
Marco Rubio stated the U. S. is ready for mediation in the war. This comes after Russia's threats to attack Kyiv and "decision-making centers."
Ambassador Mathernová stated that EU diplomats remain in Kyiv despite Russia's threats. She called Moscow's statements a manifestation of despair and an attempt at intimidation.
Sybiha urged partners to ignore Russia's threats regarding strikes on Kyiv. He emphasized the need for a proportional response through force and support.
Putin signed a law on the use of the army abroad to protect arrested Russians. The decision to deploy troops will be made by the President of the Russian Federation.
The Russian Foreign Ministry "announced" strikes on defense industry enterprises and decision-making centers in Kyiv. Foreigners were urged to leave, while the NSDC called it the terrorizing of civilians.
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya's visit to Kyiv has become a signal of a future without Lukashenko. Ukraine is preparing for various scenarios on its northern border.
Russia attacked Kyiv with 90 missiles and 600 drones, using the Oreshnik. ISW explains this as Putin's attempt to erase the humiliation after the May 9 parade.
Tsikhanouskaya arrived in Kyiv and honored the memory of a Belarusian volunteer. She inspected the aftermath of the shelling and expressed solidarity with the Ukrainians.