Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukrainian servicemen released from Russian captivity burned the prison clothes they were given. Among those returned are fighters under 25 years old, seriously ill and seriously wounded, including defenders of Mariupol and National Guardsmen from the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.

The Head of the State Service for Children Affairs, Petro Dobromilsky, spoke about the significance of the "Hero Mother" title during the war, the criteria for its awarding, and the inadequacy of the one-time payment. The title is awarded to women who have raised five or more children, under certain conditions.

The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, announced a successful prisoner exchange, within which young, seriously ill, and wounded defenders were returned. He announced new good news regarding exchanges in the near future.

President Zelenskyy confirmed another exchange of prisoners with the Russian Federation. Soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and the State Border Guard Service were returned, most of whom had been in captivity since 2022.

Leaders of 26 EU countries will note the success of Ukraine's reforms on the path to accession/ Hungary is against, citing its "referendum" and alleged integration of the war.

The tribunal will investigate the planning, preparation and initiation of aggressive acts, and will extend to all guilty persons regardless of their status.

The EU is concerned that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will veto the start of EU accession talks with Ukraine, citing the results of "consultations. " The European Commission is looking for ways to bypass unanimity to resolve this issue.

The Ukrainian defense industry is receiving investments, but Kyiv has confirmed that it is ready to buy weapons from the United States. The President's Office also noted that the time will come when the aggression of autocracies will be broken, and international law will become stronger.

Turkish President Erdogan stated that he is in constant dialogue with Ukraine and Russia to organize a third round of negotiations. Turkey strives for a just and lasting peace, prioritizing diplomacy.

The NATO Summit in The Hague concluded with most Alliance countries agreeing to increase defense spending to 5%. Ukraine participated as an honored guest.

Prosecutor General Kravchenko called the agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine a turning point for global justice, giving a real chance to bring the perpetrators to justice.

According to the President, Ukraine highly appreciates PACE's support in establishing a Special Tribunal regarding the crime of aggression by the Russian Federation. This tribunal will allow holding the leadership of the Russian regime accountable.

People's Deputy Maria Mezentseva spoke about the details of the Agreement on a Special International Tribunal regarding Russia's military aggression. This tribunal will ensure the responsibility of high-ranking Russian officials, a clear definition of aggression as an international crime, and the possibility of convicting criminals in absentia.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated at the PACE meeting the necessity of strong cooperation to bring all Russian war criminals, including Putin, to justice. He emphasized that military support, sanctions and political pressure must force Russia to feel the price of war, and justice will not allow war criminals to hide.

The President of Ukraine stressed that the creation of a Special Tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine provides a real chance to bring the perpetrators to justice. Zelenskyy noted that other international institutions do not have the tools for this.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Alain Berset signed an agreement on the establishment of a Special Tribunal regarding the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This event opens new opportunities for bringing those responsible for aggression to justice.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Strasbourg to sign an agreement with the Council of Europe on the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This document, which will also be signed by CE Secretary General Alain Berset, covers the Statute of the Special Tribunal.

Since the beginning of the day, 118 combat clashes have taken place at the front, the enemy has carried out 4126 shellings and used 1129 kamikaze drones. The most intense fighting continues in the Pokrovsk direction, where the Defense Forces neutralized 216 occupiers and destroyed a significant amount of equipment.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the leaders of the E5 format states and the NATO Secretary General. Strengthening Ukraine's air defense, including against Iranian "Shaheds", and pressure on Russia due to its unwillingness to end the war, including sanctions, were discussed.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine is protecting the security of Europe, therefore NATO partners will continue to support it. According to him, a significant strengthening of NATO is a strong result for Ukraine.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared details of his meeting with Donald Trump at the NATO summit, including discussions on prisoner and casualty exchanges. Zelenskyy said that Russia handed over the bodies of its dead to Ukraine, which are currently undergoing examination in Kyiv for identification.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the leaders of Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland. The negotiations focused on strengthening military support for Ukraine, strengthening air defense, and developing joint defense production.

Investigators have identified 12 Czech companies that supplied Russia with machine tools for weapons production worth millions of dollars in 2023-2024, mostly through circumvention routes. This came after Zelenskyy's statement about the participation of Czech firms in the Russian military-industrial complex.

Zelenskyy revealed details of the meeting with Trump in The Hague, which lasted about 50 minutes. The discussion included the purchase of air defense systems, co-production of drones, as well as the exchange of prisoners and the dead.

The meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump at the NATO summit was "warm and constructive," discussing Ukraine's defense and economic cooperation. Yermak thanked the United States for its support, while Zelenskyy called the meeting "meaningful," and Trump focused on "amiability."

Donald Trump said his promise to end the war in Ukraine in a day was sarcastic. He added that the war turned out to be more complicated than anyone could have imagined.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that Donald Trump is a reliable partner and that their teams are in constant communication. He also stressed the importance of a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Donald Trump stated that he had not discussed a ceasefire with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but would like to talk about it with Putin. Zelenskyy confirmed his meeting with Trump, calling it substantive, and included the ceasefire among the issues discussed.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that it is time for Putin to sit down at the negotiating table regarding a ceasefire in Ukraine. He emphasized that Zelenskyy has long been ready for an unconditional ceasefire.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated the necessity of providing Ukraine with everything it needs to prevent repeated Russian aggression. NATO will support Ukraine for a lasting peace.