Rustem Umerov
A meeting of around 30 countries will take place in Brussels to plan a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine's defense. The defense ministers of Great Britain and France will lead the meeting.
In Ukraine, those liable for military service who received the status of limited fitness before May 4, 2024, must undergo a medical examination again by June 5, 2025. Referrals can be obtained through Reserve+ or TCC.
European allies and Canada have called on Russia to urgently respond to the US proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which Kyiv has already accepted. The pressure should push Russia towards de-escalation.
Denmark has announced the 25th package of military aid to Ukraine in the amount of $970 million. It will include strengthening air defense, artillery, aviation support and contributions to the coalition.
Ukraine has a plan to force Russia into negotiations: holding the front, protecting the sky, and developing long-range capabilities. Support is needed in ammunition and air defense systems.
From April 1, VLK conclusions will be created online and automatically entered into the "Oberig" register. You will no longer need to personally take them to the TCC.
The President of Ukraine announced the transfer of data on Russian strikes on the energy infrastructure to the American side. Kyiv insists that every violation be recorded.
The Netherlands is accelerating support for Ukraine with 2 billion euros, of which 500 million will go to the purchase of drones. This will help Ukraine to resist Russian attacks more effectively.
Rustem Umerov declared more than UAH 1. 6 million in salary in his declaration for 2024. His wife received UAH 1.8 million, and he also has an apartment in the USA.
The Netherlands will provide Ukraine with 500 million euros for the development of drones. This is part of a 2 billion euro aid package until 2025 to stop Russian aggression.
The Ukrainian Navy stated that Ukraine will respond to Russia's violation of the ceasefire in the Black Sea. It is important for Kyiv to stop shelling the infrastructure of ports and ensure the safety of the grain corridor.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has launched the Space Policy Department for military communications, intelligence and missile threat alerts. It will coordinate engineers, developers and scientists.
The President of Ukraine announced personnel reshuffles in the military aviation. The new appointments are intended to strengthen defense capabilities and improve the aviation component of the Defense Forces.
A new vertical for aviation development will appear in the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Umerov has already appointed people who will oversee this direction and has submitted a proposal to the Cabinet of Ministers.
After the shelling of Kherson by the Russians, Ukraine is waiting for a reaction from the US due to violations of agreements regarding the energy sector. Zelenskyy said that the evidence will be handed over to the US.
Rustem Umerov met with Sébastien Lecornu in France to discuss strengthening the Ukrainian army. The discussion covered air defense, missiles, ammunition, aviation, armored vehicles, and joint weapons production.
Brokered by the US and Saudi Arabia, a ceasefire agreement has been reached. Russia will benefit significantly more than Ukraine, The Times writes.
The US, Ukraine and Russia have reached some agreements on a ceasefire in energy infrastructure and the Black Sea. Details are still unknown, and an assessment of the specifics of the agreements is complex.
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced the success of the meeting in Riyadh, where issues of ceasefire, navigation security and prisoner exchange were discussed. He emphasized the role of the United States in guaranteeing the implementation of agreements.
The President of Ukraine stated that the Russian Federation is distorting agreements on silence in the Black Sea and a ceasefire on energy. He emphasized the importance of releasing Ukrainian prisoners.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the upcoming negotiations between Ukraine and the USA. Prior to this, delegations from the countries held a meeting in Saudi Arabia, where they discussed security issues.
Zelenskyy stated that the US will facilitate the return of Ukrainian children, prisoners of war and civilians. The Russians raised the issue of ports and agricultural exports.
Ukraine and the USA held negotiations in Riyadh regarding safe navigation in the Black Sea and protection of energy infrastructure. Agreements were reached on a ceasefire and exchange of prisoners.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he expects a new report on the meeting of the Ukrainian and American teams.
A joint statement by Russia and the United States will be published tomorrow following the talks in Riyadh, which lasted more than 12 hours. No documents are planned to be signed.
Zelenskyy stressed the need for strong steps to force Russia to peace through sanctions, support for Ukraine and international coordination. Ukraine is preparing joint security steps with Europe.
Donald Trump said that in Saudi Arabia they are discussing issues of territories, demarcation lines and energy. Discussions are focused on a ceasefire and the safety of navigation in the Black Sea.
Negotiations between the Russian and US delegations are ongoing in Riyadh, and have already lasted more than 9 hours with breaks. No documents are planned to be signed following the consultations.
The Ukrainian delegation remains in Saudi Arabia for consultations with the American team after negotiations with Russia. A ceasefire and exchange of prisoners are being discussed.
The Russian delegation has arrived in Riyadh for talks with the US; the event is closed to the press. The day before, the US met with the Ukrainian delegation, details of the meeting are unknown.