Volodymyr Zelenskyy

J. D. Vance criticized Zelenskyy for his recent comments and called them unproductive.

On April 16, the Verkhovna Rada will consider the issue of extending martial law and mobilization for 90 days, starting from May 9 and until August 6, 2025. This is the 15th extension.

Veterans will be able to share their combat experience by teaching Ukrainians the basics of military affairs. The law will come into force one month after publication in "Voice of Ukraine".

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has submitted draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada on extending the duration of martial law and general mobilization. It is proposed to extend them from May 9, 2025 for 90 days.

U. S. Senator Bernie Sanders stated that Trump, Musk, and other oligarchs have an addiction to greed. He compared them to drug addicts who crave ever greater enrichment.

Andriy Yermak called on the G7 countries to increase pressure on Russia due to the recent strikes on Sumy and Kryvyi Rih. He stressed the need to strengthen sanctions and defense assistance to Ukraine.

Slovak Prime Minister Fico did not condemn the Russian attack on Sumy, which killed more than 30 people, including children. He stated a lack of information, despite condemnation of the terrorist act by other leaders.

Zelenskyy said that Putin is focused on continuing the war, and propagandists are preparing Russians for the "ineffectiveness" of negotiations. He emphasized the need for strong pressure on Russia.

The future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to visit Paris on May 7, after which he will visit Warsaw and Kyiv. The purpose of the visit is to negotiate with Macron, Tusk and Zelensky.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the preparation with partners of a security contingent that will maintain peace after the war. Meetings regarding this contingent are scheduled for this week.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed the formation of a corps system in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. They also discussed the staffing of brigades and providing them with the necessary equipment.

Those liable for military service will be able to pay the fine from the TCC with a 50% discount online. Also, men who voluntarily go to serve in the Armed Forces can count on the closure of previous proceedings.

A Chinese prisoner of war told how a Ukrainian commander saved him from Russian shelling and chemical weapons. He was impressed by the humanity of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Donald Trump said he gave Vladimir Putin a deadline to end the war in Ukraine, without naming dates. He blamed Biden and Zelensky for the war.

Donald Trump said that Putin started the war, but also blames Zelensky and Biden for it. Trump believes that the war could have been stopped, and calls it "Biden's war".

The head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee, Danylo Hetmantsev, is trying to speed up the adoption of the draft law on the Deposit Guarantee Fund, presenting it as a requirement of the IMF. The initiative may limit the rights of depositors and jeopardize Ukraine's obligations.

US President Trump stated that the war between Russia and Ukraine is Biden's war. He added that if he were president, there would be no war, and he is doing everything to stop the conflict.

On April 13, 2025, as a result of a missile attack on Sumy, 35 people died, including an 11-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy. 117 people were injured, including 15 children, 38 people are in the hospital.

Ukraine has invited EU leaders to Kyiv on May 9 to counter Putin's victory parade in Moscow. Zelenskyy is ready to receive the leaders of the "Coalition of the Willing" for security guarantees.

The SBI is checking the legality of establishing disability for employees of state and law enforcement agencies. More than 2,600 cases are under suspicion, and a check on the authenticity of diagnoses has been initiated.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that since the beginning of April, Russia has used almost 2,800 air bombs and more than 1,400 drones against Ukraine. More than 30 people died as a result of yesterday's strike.

The Ukrainian delegation has submitted proposals to the United States regarding a mineral agreement. The parties discussed important agreements and will continue negotiations.

The President of Ukraine explained why the ceasefire on the part of Russia is not working. He emphasized that Putin never wanted to end the war and called on the United States to take stronger steps to influence the Russian Federation.

Ukraine is ready to purchase 10 Patriot systems for $15 billion to protect civilians from Russian shelling. Zelenskyy said that European partners are ready to financially contribute to the deal.

EU ministers are seeking to provide Ukraine with 2 million artillery shells worth 5 billion euros. Hungary remains the main obstacle to military aid.

Zelenskyy stated that the war will end through diplomatic means, as Putin cannot occupy all of Ukraine, and Ukraine does not have enough strength for a complete de-occupation. Ukraine will not recognize the occupied territories as Russian.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy invited Donald Trump to visit Ukraine to personally see the consequences of the war. He emphasized the importance of this visit before any decisions or negotiations.

As of April 14, 2025, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. 3 enemy ships with "Kalibr" missiles were recorded in the Mediterranean Sea.

The Russian military command is using the "thousand cuts" tactic against Ukraine, which leads to significant losses in manpower and equipment. Analysts predict that this will slow down the Russian offensive.

The President of Ukraine emphasized that the war with Russia is not a local conflict, but threatens the entire world. He called on the United States to support Ukraine in the fight against Russian aggression.