Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Keir Starmer said European leaders have spoken to Trump about talks between Russia and Ukraine. They are coordinating a response because of Russia's unacceptable position.

The delegations of Ukraine and Russia have reached a fundamental agreement to meet again. Turkey has assured that it will make efforts for peace between the countries.

President Zelenskyy reported on discussions with Trump and European leaders regarding steps towards peace. He emphasized the importance of sanctions until Russia is ready to end the war.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, along with the leaders of France, Germany, Britain, and Poland, held a phone conversation with Donald Trump. Details of the conversation are promised to be released later.

Russian delegation left the negotiation room with Ukraine in Istanbul, a pause was taken. These are the first direct negotiations since 2022, but Putin refused to participate.

The President of Ukraine stated that Trump wants to end the war, so coordination is important. He promised to inform about the negotiations in Istanbul regarding real steps of the Russian Federation towards peace.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that russia must return Ukrainian children and civilians to build trust. He also added that Ukraine is ready for realistic steps to end the war.

Support for Rafał Trzaskowski is falling to 30%, while Karol Nawrocki is gaining 25%. Polls show that the second round of elections will be tense.

President Zelenskyy stated that the Russian delegation in Istanbul cannot agree to a ceasefire. He emphasized that Putin continues to undermine democracy by refusing negotiations.

Pope Leo XIV has offered the Vatican as a neutral platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Cardinal Pietro Parolin called the results of the Turkish meetings tragic.

Andriy Sybiga stated that Ukraine is ready to work for peace, and Russia must prove the seriousness of its intentions. Yermak emphasized a complete ceasefire.

Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg met in Istanbul with representatives of Ukraine, Great Britain, France and Greece to discuss peace. A possible meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin was also discussed at the meeting.

Negotiations are expected in Istanbul between delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey, with the participation of the head of Turkish intelligence.

A meeting of delegations from Turkey, the United States, and Ukraine took place in Istanbul. Ukraine accused Russia of disrupting negotiations, demanding them without the US and Turkey.

The Ukrainian side has declared its readiness for an unconditional ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level to achieve lasting peace. Peace is possible under the condition of concrete actions by the Russian Federation.

lukashenko announced belarus' readiness for joint military exercises with russia, which will supposedly be of a defensive nature. Zelenskyy warns of the threat of russia using belarus.

The European Commission is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia due to the disruption of the peace initiative. Nord Stream, the shadow fleet and the financial sector are under fire.

Russian-Ukrainian negotiations are to begin in the near future. The Ukrainian delegation will initiate discussions on a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin.

The Turkish representative will leave the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia after the welcoming speech. The Russian delegation is against the presence of the United States at the negotiations.

Andriy Yermak discussed with representatives of the USA, Great Britain, France and Germany the possible meeting of Zelensky and Putin, as well as the issue of ceasefire.

A trilateral meeting between representatives of Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey is scheduled for 12:30.

Representatives of the USA, Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine will hold talks in Istanbul on May 16. These are the first peace talks in over three years.

European supporters of Ukraine are preparing for increased sanctions against Vladimir Putin due to his refusal to participate in negotiations regarding Ukraine in Turkey.

During the attack on Odesa, a Russian drone hit the house of Ihor Beliakov, the director of the zoo. He was not injured, but the house was completely destroyed.

The Institute for the Study of War analyzed the course of events surrounding the peace negotiations in Istanbul. According to analysts, Russia is not interested in good faith negotiations and compromises and seeks to continue the war to achieve its goal – the capitulation of Ukraine.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the adoption of a new package of sanctions against Russia at the EU Council meeting on May 20. The sanctions will concern the energy and banking sectors.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Gianni Infantino the support for Ukraine and the importance of a ceasefire. He emphasized the need for diplomacy to end the war.

The head of the Russian delegation and Putin's aide Vladimir Medinsky said that representatives of Ukraine will be expected for negotiations at 10 a. m. on Friday in Istanbul.

The US President said he will likely return to Washington on May 16 after a tour of the Persian Gulf countries. He had previously hinted at possible negotiations on Ukraine in Istanbul.

Tomorrow, trilateral talks between the US-Ukraine-Turkey and Russia-Ukraine-Turkey will take place in Istanbul. It is not yet known whether a four-way meeting will take place - US-Russia-Ukraine-Turkey.