The President of Ukraine stated his readiness for a bilateral meeting with Russia, but prefers to hold a trilateral meeting with the participation of US President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy noted that Ukraine will not put forward conditions that could become an obstacle to peace.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Poland must react to the fall of a Russian drone on its territory. The object that fell near Osinów was a Russian drone, likely having flown from Belarus.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia does not want to end the war, putting forward ultimatums. This is being done so that US President Donald Trump does not impose sanctions on the Russian Federation.
TikTok deleted the account of former MP Artem Dmytruk, who is on the international wanted list. Materials duplicating Russian propaganda were disseminated through this channel.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is trying to disrupt diplomatic meetings regarding ending the war. He emphasized that Ukraine is open to productive negotiations, and if Russia refuses diplomacy, powerful sanctions are necessary.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that the US will participate in providing security guarantees to Ukraine. The guarantees will consist of two levels, one of which involves strengthening the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and the other – support from the US and Europe.
President Zelenskyy outlined the requirements for Ukraine's future security architecture, which include NATO Article 5-like guarantees and systemic army funding. He also emphasized the importance of partners investing in the production of Ukrainian drones.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban appealed to Donald Trump for help regarding the shelling of the "Druzhba" oil pipeline by Ukrainians. Trump responded that he was "very angry" and advised Orban to talk to Slovakia.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated Putin's readiness to meet with Zelenskyy "with a detailed agenda. " Lavrov expressed doubt about Zelenskyy's legitimacy as President of Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy received NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss joint steps regarding the security of Ukraine and Europe. The meeting focused on diplomacy, security guarantees, and weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, including the PURL program.
The President of Ukraine signed a law guaranteeing military personnel 15 days of annual leave and returning 14 days of additional leave to combatants. Educational leave for contract soldiers of the "18-24" program has also been introduced.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas believes that Russia should not have a say in security guarantees for Ukraine. She called for increased tariffs and sanctions against Russia, as Putin is "playing games."
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told European counterparts that the US would participate in Ukraine's post-war security guarantees, but the Trump administration believes Europe should take the lead. The US is ready to play a limited role, potentially including the participation of American pilots in air support missions.
Yulia Svyrydenko registered a bill to strengthen responsibility for illegal border crossing. The document provides for clarification of administrative and criminal liability, as well as strengthening punishment for intermediaries.
The Office of the President of Ukraine is reforming its staff, increasing the percentage of military personnel and veterans among employees of all departments. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy supported the proposal of the Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak.
In total, 109 Ukrainians have been repatriated from the Dariali checkpoint. The humanitarian crisis arose due to Russia's actions, which deported Ukrainians to the border with Georgia.
The Kremlin insists on the 2022 Istanbul framework agreement as the sole basis for peace negotiations. This would allow Russia to veto Western aid to Ukraine and leave it defenseless.
Information about school diaries featuring Volodymyr Zelenskyy, copying Putin's images, is fake. The Center for Strategic Communications refutes the existence of such diaries in Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump suggests Ukraine should go on the offensive, which is a notable change in rhetoric. This comes amid a pause in peace talks.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's statement about potential security guarantors for Ukraine derailed Moscow's talks with Washington. The Kremlin may try to lower the level of the bilateral meeting.
The US has narrowed access to information regarding negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, prohibiting the sharing of full intelligence with its "Five Eyes" allies. This decision has sparked discussions about the effectiveness of cooperation and national interests.
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, using about 600 drones and 40 missiles, including targeting an American factory. Experts view this as the Kremlin's demonstration of disagreement with peace initiatives and humiliation of the US.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the development of a military component to support diplomatic peace negotiations. Proposals will be presented to national security advisors of partner countries.
The law guarantees servicemen 15 days of annual leave. Combatants will receive an additional 14 days, and contract soldiers aged 18-24 will get leave for exams.
President Zelenskyy announced negotiations between national security advisors and the military's work on the military component of security guarantees. Ukraine's future security architecture is being formed daily.
As a result of the Russian attack on Mukachevo, 23 people were injured, six of them hospitalized. The enterprise that was hit is strategic for Zakarpattia.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is sending indecent signals regarding the end of the war, continuing massive attacks. Moscow is trying to avoid a meeting at the leaders' level.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is justifying himself over interpretations of his words regarding the possible deployment of the Bundeswehr to Ukraine. He emphasized that no decisions on troop deployment have been made, and his comments were taken out of context.
Sergei Lavrov criticizes Trump's peace initiatives, accusing the West of undermining "progress" with Putin. This comes amid Russia's largest air attack on Ukraine in a month.
Donald Trump will not directly participate in the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The US President will meet with them after their future probable negotiations.
