President Zelenskyy met with the head of the Cabinet of Ministers Yulia Svyrydenko to discuss financial support and strengthening the government. Some of the personnel decisions will be made next week.
The President of Ukraine reported specific activity from Belarus. He also announced new sanction packages and negotiations in May.
According to the Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Kyiv views such cooperation as an opportunity to strengthen security and economic ties with partners.
The President of Ukraine discussed European integration and the strengthening of bilateral relations with the Prime Minister of Slovakia. The leaders are preparing for a personal meeting in Kyiv and Bratislava in the near future.
Trump has focused on Iran, pushing Ukraine to the background. In response, the EU has allocated 90 billion euros in aid and is preparing its own defense autonomy.
The US is delaying the delivery of missile systems to allies due to weapon shortages caused by the war in Iran. The lack of weaponry is already negatively impacting Ukraine's defense.
The President announced the transfer of additional radars, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and crews to Dnipro and Odesa. This decision was made following a massive attack involving 400 enemy drones.
Sybiha called the RF's proposal for a truce on May 9 a manipulation aimed at the US. Ukraine has not yet received official requests regarding a ceasefire.
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Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia is awaiting the arrival of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The European Political Community summit will take place on May 4 in Yerevan.
The head of the Ministry of Defense, Mykhailo Fedorov, announced a new model of financial support and a contract system. The reform also provides for clear terms of service and a transparent logic for personnel rotations.
Zelenskyy announced payments of up to 400 thousand hryvnias and new contracts for the infantry. The reform provides for the phased discharge of those mobilized starting this year.
Due to Ukrainian strikes on oil refining, Russia has lost over 7 billion dollars. Zelenskyy announced the further scaling of long-range systems.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Members of Parliament discussed the draft law on civilian firearms. The document is expected to define the rules for self-defense, training, and strict criteria for background checks.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 210 drones, striking residential buildings and the railway. There are injuries in Odesa and Kryvyi Rih, and thousands of families have been left without power.
Ihor Zhovkva stated there are no barriers to EU membership or the opening of negotiation clusters during a meeting with a delegation from the Ukrainian-Austrian inter-parliamentary group led by its chair, Henrike Brandstötter.
The easing of export rules in Japan allows for the start of negotiations on the supply of military equipment. Ukraine is also proposing joint production of air defense systems and drones.
The President and the Minister of Foreign Affairs discussed diplomatic priorities and personnel issues. The parties defined positions regarding voting in international organizations.
Ukraine is creating a system to counter Russia's shadow grain fleet, similar to the one for the oil fleet. Diplomats and the Office of the Prosecutor General are involved in the process.
The number of casualties from the attack on the Dnipro district has risen to 17 people. Seven people are in hospitals, one man is in serious condition.
Peskov stated that there is currently no talk of using Azerbaijan as a platform for peace negotiations. Zelenskyy had previously confirmed Kyiv's readiness for dialogue at this venue.
Zelenskyy urged the West not to weaken sanctions against Russia. Moscow may demand the removal of SWIFT restrictions in exchange for a cease- fire.
Russia launched over 200 drones and ballistic missiles at Ukraine, causing destruction in several regions. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on the aggressor.
The President of Ukraine announced his readiness to meet with Péter Magyar. Zelenskyy maintains that there are no real problems.
Putin's spokesperson stated that Kyiv's reaction is not required to declare a truce for Victory Day. This is the dictator's personal decision, which will be implemented.
The spokesperson for the Russian dictator stated that the timing of a truce for May 9 will be determined by Putin personally. Currently, no specific decision has been made, and Ukraine's reaction is "not yet known" to the Kremlin.
The President of Ukraine signed laws extending martial law and general mobilization until August 2. Prior to that, the Verkhovna Rada extended the duration of mobilization and martial law.
Zelenskyy linked the pause in negotiations to the war in the Middle East. No proposals regarding a May 9th truce have been received from the US or Russia so far.
Zelenskyy instructed to contact the US to clarify the terms of the Russian ceasefire proposal. Ukraine seeks long-term peace and reliable security guarantees.
President Zelenskyy has approved new military operations to compel Russia toward diplomacy. Ukrainian drones are already striking targets at a distance of 1,500 kilometers.
