The Russian Federation may strike Kyiv's government quarter, but will not destroy underground bunkers. Destroying the shelters would require nuclear weapons or strategic aviation.
For an offensive on Kyiv, the Russian Federation needs 100,000 troops, which are currently not present in Belarus. Preparing such a force would take several months and would be noticeable to intelligence.
Trump discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Xi Jinping. The US President suggested that the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv could delay the peace process.
Four residents of the Sumy region, aged 61-85, who were deported in 2025, have been returned. This is the result of a humanitarian dialogue involving representatives of Belarus.
Intelligence has uncovered Russian plans for strikes against two dozen political and military centers. The Office of the President and the state residence are under threat.
Zelenskyy discussed long-range sanctions and Russia's plans to involve Belarus in the war. Intelligence learned about preparations for strikes on decision-making centers.
20 Azov fighters returned home as part of a 1,000-for-1,000 exchange. Among them are 19 defenders of Mariupol who spent four years in Russian captivity.
Ukraine has returned 205 defenders from Russian captivity as part of a major exchange. Most of the released soldiers had been in captivity since 2022.
The President visited the site of a missile strike in Kyiv, where 24 people were killed. Among the victims were three children; Zelenskyy expressed his condolences to the relatives of the deceased.
Rescue operations completed in Kyiv: 24 people killed, including three children. Zelenskyy urged partners to increase pressure on the Russian Federation and provide air defense systems.
The President met with the Hudson Institute to discuss air defense and diplomacy. Zelenskyy called on the US to intensify negotiations to restore security.
In Kyiv and the regions, the consequences of the Russian strikes on May 14 are being mitigated. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the world to stop schemes for bypassing sanctions used for the production of Russian missiles.
Zelenskyy discussed the Drone Deals format and the strengthening of air defense with German representatives. A 90 billion euro loan will be directed toward the production of Ukrainian drones.
Fire Point will launch dozens of satellites in 2027 and scale up rocket production. According to the company's chief designer, Shtilerman, two satellites have already been launched this year.
The Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Russian ambassador over the shelling of Zakarpattia. The head of the department, Anita Orbán, called the attacks on the region unacceptable.
The French President called the May 14 attack a manifestation of Russian hypocrisy and promised support. The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of air defense systems for the security of all of Europe.
The Russian Federation launched 1,567 drones and 56 missiles; seven people were killed in Kyiv. Zelenskyy ordered the Defense Forces to prepare a response to the massive attack.
Five people were killed in Kyiv, and in Kherson, Russian drones twice attacked a UN vehicle. 180 objects were damaged, and rescue operations continue under the rubble.
As a result of the attack on the capital, four people were killed and over forty were injured. 21 people have been hospitalized, and more than 20 civilian objects in the city were damaged.
Rescuers discovered the body of a third victim under the rubble of a high-rise building in the Darnytskyi district. In the capital, 20 civilian infrastructure facilities were damaged.
Due to the massive Russian Federation attack, 40 people were injured in the capital, including two children. 31 people have been hospitalized, and destruction has been recorded at 20 locations across the city.
Zelenskyy reported the launch of over 1,560 drones and 56 missiles since yesterday. In Kyiv, 20 locations were damaged; there is a fatality and destruction in the regions.
Mark Rutte has proposed that allies allocate 0. 25% of their GDP to aid Ukraine. This would provide Kyiv with $143 billion annually, despite resistance from some Alliance members.
Zelenskyy announced Drone Deals agreements following the B9 summit. The parties are strengthening defense cooperation to ensure security in Ukraine and Europe.
Zelenskyy proposed a Drone Deal format to Romania and discussed EU accession. The President thanked Nicușor Dan for the support and participation in the B9 Summit.
Zelenskyy reported the launch of the first Russian missiles and Hungary's condemnation of the attack. Air defense forces shot down 710 out of 753 drones, with 36 enemy hits recorded.
Zelenskyy noted Péter Magyar's condemnation of the Russian attack on Ukraine and Zakarpattia. The President called Moscow a common threat to all of Europe.
The new Prime Minister of Hungary, Péter Magyar, condemned the Russian strikes on Zakarpattia. The Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Russian Ambassador over the attack on the region's critical infrastructure.
Zelenskyy and Stubb discussed the preparation of the Drone Deal and EU accession in Bucharest. Finland recognized Ukraine as a security contributor for all of Europe.
Former Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak has been served with a notice of suspicion regarding money laundering. The Office of the President considers any assessments premature due to ongoing investigative actions.
