There are 2 enemy ships in the Black Sea, carriers of Kalibr cruise missiles, with a total salvo of up to 12 missiles. Intelligence has data on the preparation of another massive strike by the Russian Federation.
Lindsey Graham seeks to impose sanctions on Russia before the G7 summit to send a signal to China. He emphasizes that sanctions will force China to stop the war.
The Russian side received from Ukraine a draft memorandum from Kyiv on the settlement of the conflict. The document was received in Ukrainian and English.
The US State Department confirmed that Rubio's conversation with Lavrov took place at the request of Russia. They discussed the negotiations in Istanbul and the achievement of a lasting peace.
Ukraine will offer a complete ceasefire at negotiations with Russia on Monday, June 2. Zelenskyy reported that the Russian Federation has not submitted its "memorandum" to any party.
The President is convening a meeting due to a missile strike on a training camp where soldiers were killed. Decisions will be made to save the lives of military personnel.
Intelligence has data on Russia's preparation of a massive strike, so Ukrainians should not ignore air raid alerts. Ukraine offered a ceasefire, but Russia refused.
The SBU operation office was located next to the FSB directorate. As a result of Operation "Web", 34% of strategic cruise missile carriers at the base airfields were hit.
President Zelenskyy called the SBU's operation to destroy more than 40 aircraft of the Russian strategic aviation a brilliant result. He added that this is an independent operation of Ukraine, which was prepared for over 1.5 years.
On Sunday evening, the Russian delegation landed in Istanbul to participate in negotiations with Ukraine. The meeting of the delegations is scheduled for June 2 at 13:00 in the Çırağan Palace.
Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree on the composition of the Ukrainian delegation for negotiations with Russia in Istanbul on June 2. The delegation includes representatives of the Ministry of Defense, the Presidential Office and the Armed Forces.
The Ukrainian delegation will present a roadmap for peace at the talks in Istanbul, which includes a 30-day ceasefire, prisoner exchange and a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin. Ukraine's conditions include no restrictions on military power and reparations.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy outlined Ukraine's conditions for negotiations in Istanbul: ceasefire, release of prisoners, return of children. The delegation will be headed by Rustem Umerov.
The "Spiderweb" special operation, as a result of which the SBU hit 41 Russian aircraft, was prepared for more than a year and a half under the control of Zelensky. The drones were hidden under the roofs of houses placed on trucks.
Dovile Šakaliene stated that Russia does not respect the peaceful efforts of the United States and continues its offensive in Ukraine. She believes that the only way to stop the aggressor is military deterrence.
Russia has not yet submitted the promised "memorandum" regarding negotiations to any of the parties, while carrying out massive air attacks on Ukraine. Sybiga emphasized the lack of real steps towards peace on the part of the Russian Federation.
Trump and Rubio are serious about the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. The decision will be made taking into account the developments during the two-week period.
On May 31, 141 combat clashes took place on the front, the Russian army carried out 4,728 shellings. The most tense situation was in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said during a telephone conversation with Bulgarian President Rumen Radev that efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia are ongoing.
Russian forces captured Yelyzavetivka and also advanced near Hnativka, Oleksandriya, and Bahatyr. The situation at the front remains difficult, especially in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Kupyansk directions.
Ukraine is preparing agreements with the Baltic and Northern European countries, and also plans to fill the content of the G7 and NATO summits. Zelenskyy emphasized the strengthening of sanctions against Russia and forcing it to peace.
Volodymyr Zelenskyi stated about the difficult situation at the front, with increased fighting in the Pokrovsky, Lyman, and Kupyansk directions. He emphasized the importance of continuing operations on Russian territory.
Zelensky said that Ukraine and partners do not have information about Russia's goals at the meeting in Istanbul. He emphasized the need for a serious approach of the Russian Federation to the negotiations.
Britain and France will focus on supporting Ukraine's defense without U. S. assistance, as there are concerns that Trump will abandon the role of mediator. Europe will increase economic pressure on Russia.
Andriy Yermak stated the need to stop the supply of weapons from the DPRK to the Russian Federation and to stop the offensive. He called for demanding action, not just loud statements.
The President of Turkey expressed hope that the meeting of delegations in Istanbul will give impetus to the peace process. He also stressed the importance of continuing negotiations to achieve a lasting peace.
The National Security and Defense Council announced signs of russia preparing new shelling of Ukraine. The statement was made against the backdrop of Trump's "disappointment" with the latest russian strikes on Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy announced the establishment of a new award "Future of Ukraine" for children who showed bravery during the war. The first presentation will take place next week.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan regarding a possible meeting in Istanbul. They discussed a four-way meeting of the leaders of Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United States.
US President Donald Trump said that Putin and Zelensky are showing stubbornness. He also expressed disappointment at the missile strikes on Kyiv during the negotiations.