Volodymyr Zelenskyy

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Europe must defend its independence by increasing defense spending and accepting Ukraine, Moldova, the Western Balkans, and Georgia into the EU.

Russian officials are trying to impose their conditions and time for peace talks on Ukraine. The Kremlin wants to use any gains on the front to gain concessions from Ukraine.

The President of Poland is outraged that in Ukraine he is met by people with Bandera armbands. According to him, Poland will never consider OUN-UPA "fighters for the freedom of Ukraine".

The President of Serbia stated that he would not fulfill contracts if there is a suspicion that weapons will end up in Ukraine. Earlier, the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service reported on the supply of ammunition to Kyiv by Serbia.

Despite claims of readiness for negotiations, Russia is actively attacking and shelling Ukrainian cities. The fastest pace of the occupiers' advance since November 2024 has been recorded in the Donetsk region.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated the lack of a clear position of Ukraine regarding negotiations. Zelenskyy reported that Russia has not provided the promised memorandum.

russia did not provide the promised memorandum, despite promises to the US, Turkey and others. Zelensky called it another deception, calling for increased sanctions.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and admitted new Ukrainian unmanned aerial systems "Baton Optic" to operation in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The drone is capable of hitting tactical vehicles, positions and ammunition depots.

China has stopped selling drones to Ukraine, but continues to supply them to Russia. Ukraine has found alternative reconnaissance drones, including FPV, and strike drones.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that a fair peace in Ukraine will come after Putin's departure. He called for increased pressure on Russia and declared his readiness for peace with a ceasefire.

President Zelenskyy stated that there are certain agreements with the German Chancellor regarding the discussion of Taurus missiles. He also emphasized that Ukraine needs various tools for defense.

Given the increasing mobilization resources of Russia, it is not yet worth discussing the adoption of a law on demobilization. Russia mobilizes 50,000 people every month, while Ukraine mobilizes 25-27,000.

Reports about the President canceling his participation in the ceremony in Aachen due to the threat of an offensive in the Sumy region are not true.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed the possibility of supplying Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles. According to him, the use of these weapons systems requires long-term training of Ukrainian soldiers.

Russia maintains the potential for action near the border of Ukraine, the spokesman of the State Border Guard Service reported. The enemy has been accumulating forces after attempts to dislodge the Defense Forces of Ukraine from the Kursk region.

The German publication Spiegel reported on Zelenskyy's urgent return due to the Russian offensive in Sumy region. However, UNN sources deny this information, calling it a fake.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Julia Klöckner to discuss military support for Ukraine to be provided by Germany, and the possibility of direct investments in the Ukrainian defense industry.

The President of Ukraine is urgently returning to Kyiv due to the buildup of Russian troops in the Sumy region. He has canceled his trip to the Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen.

Rustem Umerov handed over to Medinsky a document with Ukraine's position on the ceasefire. Russia has time to submit its memorandum for processing, otherwise the meeting will be meaningless.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Franklin Graham, discussing the creation of medical centers and the rehabilitation of veterans. Zelenskyy thanked him for supporting Ukrainian children and helping medical institutions.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Germany for its leadership in defense support of Ukraine and its contribution to the protection of the sky. The parties also discussed the restoration of Chernihiv region.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz met with representatives of German business to discuss cooperation in various fields. They discussed support for the energy sector, rehabilitation of soldiers and reconstruction of Ukraine.

Mykhailo Podolyak stated that starting a genocidal war against Ukraine is madness. The goal of the bombings of cities is to exhaust air defense, forcing a choice between protecting civilians and military personnel.

Putin's aide Medinsky assures that he called Umerov and proposed a meeting to discuss a ceasefire. He is waiting for confirmation from the Ukrainian side.

A contract has been signed with Diehl Defence for the production of IRIS-T systems and missiles for them. Germany will finance the purchase of Ukrainian long-range equipment and medical equipment.

In the State Duma of the Russian Federation, they stated that Russia would respond "asymmetrically and sensitively" if Germany transferred Taurus missiles to Ukraine. Earlier it was reported that the issue of missile supply would not be resolved during Zelensky's visit.

Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Taurus missiles. Mertz announced the purchase of Ukrainian long-range systems without restrictions on the Russian Federation and efforts against Nord Stream-2.

Rustem Umerov contacted Vladimir Medinsky after the exchange of prisoners, but Ukraine did not receive a memorandum on a ceasefire. Zelensky said that Russia is postponing the end of the war.

Friedrich Merz stated that Germany and the G7 will use the interest from frozen Russian assets. They are already providing 50 billion euros to support Ukraine.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany will continue military support for Ukraine and will finance a significant part of Starlink. Zelensky and Merz discussed air defense, arms production, and sanctions against the Russian Federation.