Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The Trump administration has struck a deal with Ukraine giving the US privileged access to its natural resources, including aluminum, oil and gas. The agreement provides for an investment fund to finance military aid.

The President of Ukraine enacted the decision of the National Security and Defense Council on sanctions against individuals, including Oleksiy Arestovych and Myroslav Oleshko, who illegally left Ukraine in 2023.

Zelenskyy stated that Russia is ignoring the US ceasefire proposal and attacking Ukraine. In just one night, the Russians used 170 drones, including in the Odesa, Kyiv, and Kharkiv regions.

The Trump administration has notified Congress of its intention to allow the export of defense products to Ukraine through direct commercial sales. This decision was made despite the suspension of military aid to Ukraine.

The British Prime Minister and the French President conveyed to Trump that Putin cannot be trusted. They convinced him to reduce pressure on Zelensky and direct anger at Putin.

Andriy Sybiga announced expectations for further active participation of the USA in peace efforts. Ukraine has accepted the proposal for an unconditional ceasefire and calls on the world to put pressure on Russia.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated the need for negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. He also reaffirmed support for Ukraine and announced a meeting with Zelenskyy at the G7 summit.

The President of Ukraine awarded state awards to the soldiers of the SBGS, thanking them for their resilience and courage. He noted their work at the front and the effectiveness of the units.

Ukraine is preparing negotiations with partners, which will take place in the near future. The main priority of the meetings is the security and support of Ukraine.

President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a complete ceasefire to start negotiations with Russia. Ukraine is ready for any format of conversation.

The National Court of Spain has classified the investigation of large-scale power outages. A version of a cyberattack on critical infrastructure is being considered.

Czech President Petr Pavel plans to receive the head of a foreign state on Sunday. According to media reports, it may be Volodymyr Zelenskyy with his wife.

"Rosatom" stated that they are ready to discuss the presence of the USA in the Zaporizhzhia NPP, but under the conditions of a "political decision". Earlier, information appeared that the USA is considering the neutral status of the ZNPP.

The Verkhovna Rada adopted Zelenskyi's bill, which allows the heads of military administrations to change the names. This applies to administrations whose names are related to renamed settlements.

The President signed a law allowing parents to be transferred to remote or home work if their children are studying remotely at school. The law will enter into force after publication.

The President of Ukraine signed a law promoting the development of volunteerism among students. The law enshrines the rights of volunteers and encourages social responsibility.

The President of Ukraine has signed a law providing comprehensive support for veterans of the Russian-Ukrainian war.

The President signed a law on increasing payments to UAH 15 million to families of civilians who died defending Ukraine from February 24 to March 25, 2022. Payments will be received by the families of 124 deceased.

During a meeting in the Vatican, Zelenskyy called on Trump not to abandon peace. After the conversation, Trump hinted at possible sanctions against Putin.

Overnight, Russia launched over 100 drones. In Kharkiv, over 45 were injured, and in Dnipro, 1 person was killed. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on Russia and the provision of air defense systems to Ukraine.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia is worried about the possible cancellation of the parade for the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Ukraine is preparing for new US sanctions against Russia.

The head of the Center for Counteracting Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, Andriy Kovalenko, stated about the risk of Russia using exercises in Belarus for provocations against Ukraine and European countries. According to him, everyone is ready for such scenarios.

Putin insists on recognizing the annexed territories as part of Russia as a condition for negotiations, which complicates Trump's efforts to end the ceasefire. Negotiations have reached a deadlock.

The council decided that the head of the Hostomel military administration will perform the powers of the village head instead of Yuriy Prylypko, who was killed by the occupiers. Previously, these duties were performed by the secretary of the village council.

The leaders of Poland, Britain, France and Germany will not be in Kyiv on May 9. Meanwhile, Fico plans to be at the parade in Moscow, despite EU warnings.

Rostyslav Kravets stated that NABU and SAP are putting pressure on the bar and violating human rights. He warns of the threat of political instability due to the actions of anti-corruption bodies.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine have evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children who had been held in a camp in Syria for 6 years. In total, Ukraine has evacuated 14 women and 41 children from the "Roj" camp.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that russia is preparing something in belarus, hiding behind military exercises. He emphasized that countries bordering the russian federation should be ready for any events.

The President of Ukraine emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation between the countries of the Three Seas Initiative. Zelenskyy proposed to join efforts in energy, transport and backup power.

The Italian Prime Minister stressed that Ukraine needs a lasting peace, and Putin's promises of a ceasefire for three days are not enough. Zelenskyy is ready for a truce, now it is Russia's turn.