Volodymyr Zelenskyy
After returning from Washington, President Macron held talks with the Ukrainian president and the British prime minister. The two leaders discussed how to achieve a lasting peace in Ukraine.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio does not consider the proposal to provide Ukraine with nuclear weapons serious. Zelenskyy has previously stated the need for nuclear weapons as a defense before joining NATO.
The head of SNS, Andrej Danko, said that Ukraine should return €3. 5 billion in aid to Slovakia. He linked this to a possible deal between the US and Ukraine on minerals.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the newly appointed Prime Minister of Belgium Bart de Wever. The parties discussed support for Ukraine and the use of frozen Russian assets.
The head of the GUR, Kyrylo Budanov, said that attempts on his life were normal and did not need to be dramatized. Over the three years of war, the SBU has identified 102 enemy intelligence networks that planned assassinations of Ukraine's leadership.
The negotiation process between Ukraine and the United States enters a stable mode under the leadership of Yermak and Waltz. Leshchenko denied claims of $350 billion in aid and emphasized the importance of protecting Ukraine's interests.
The European Union has offered Ukraine a deal on mining that does not compete with the US. European Commissioner Stefan Sejourne said that future cooperation would be “mutually beneficial.
President Zelenskyy presented new developments of the Ukrainian defense industry to partners, including fiber-optic FPV drones and robotic platforms. During the three years of war, the defense industry has developed significantly and plans to increase drone production.
The Verkhovna Rada supported the resolution on democracy in Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression by 268 votes. The document confirms Zelenskyy's legitimacy and the impossibility of elections until peace is established.
France is ready to use its nuclear deterrence to defend Europe and may deploy nuclear fighters in Germany. This is happening against the backdrop of US threats to withdraw its troops from the continent and statements about a possible peaceful settlement in Ukraine.
During his visit to the United States, Macron did not argue with Trump's idea of resuming a dialogue with Putin, mentioned the importance of Ukraine's interests, but did not receive any commitments of support from the United States. Changes in global politics create a need for France to work on a strategy for an autonomous Europe
The EU has offered Ukraine a deal on critical minerals, competing with the US offer. Trump demands mineral rights in exchange for $500 billion in compensation for support.
The White House spokeswoman announced the expected meeting between Trump and President Zelenskyy in the near future. Trump is counting on signing an agreement on critical minerals and rare earth metals.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will meet with Donald Trump to discuss Ukraine's involvement in peace talks. The meeting will take place after Britain announces a new package of sanctions against Russia.
Spain allocates a new €1 billion military aid package to Ukraine, including armored vehicles and ammunition. The two countries also agreed to open a “Unity Center” for Ukrainian immigrants in Spain.
Donald Trump responds to a question about US involvement in Ukraine's reconstruction by recalling the $350 billion already provided. Zelenskyy denies a debt of $500 billion, citing $100 billion in aid received.
Macron said that russia's violation of the future peace agreement would lead to conflict with all participants in the peace process. France and European partners are ready to provide security guarantees and deploy peacekeepers to Ukraine.
Thousands of Ukrainians around the world held rallies to mark the anniversary of the full-scale invasion. The Eiffel Tower and the Brandenburg Gate were lit up in blue and yellow to show support for Ukraine.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pays his fourth visit to Ukraine. Canada donates armored vehicles and starts disbursements of 5 billion Canadian dollars from frozen Russian assets.
Macron and Trump make progress in discussing peace for Ukraine, rejecting the option of surrender. Trump announces a meeting with Zelenskiy to sign a minerals deal.
The heads of state of the North Baltic Eight held talks in Kyiv on security and European integration. During the three years of war, the allies provided Ukraine with 26 billion euros in military aid.
Trump explained the need for an agreement with Ukraine on critical minerals and reported progress in the negotiations. According to him, the United States has spent $300 billion to help Ukraine and is seeking compensation through the agreement.
Putin declared that Russia is ready to cooperate with the United States on the extraction of rare earth metals in the occupied Donbas. He also emphasized the need to establish a full cycle of processing these metals for the development of the Russian economy.
Donald Trump said that he does not use the word “dictator” lightly in reference to Putin. Earlier, he called Zelenskyy a “dictator without elections,” which drew criticism from European leaders.
Trump did not give a clear answer about possible territorial concessions to Ukraine to end the war, saying only “We'll see. ” He also announced a possible meeting with Zelenskyy and a quick end to the war.
Donald Trump has announced “serious discussions” with Russia on economic deals and ending the war in Ukraine. The US president emphasized interest in Russian rare-earth metals, calling them “very valuable.
French President Macron has said that it is necessary to contain Russia and involve Ukraine in peace talks. France is ready to provide security guarantees to Ukraine and counts on the support of the USA.
Donald Trump said that the war in Ukraine could end within weeks. The US president also announced an upcoming meeting with Zelensky and refused to travel to Moscow on May 9.
The Ukrainian side sent the US a finalized draft of a framework agreement on reconstruction and investment. The agreement may provide for US access to Ukrainian mineral resources in exchange for further assistance.
The US President announced a possible meeting with Zelenskyy to sign a minerals agreement in the near future. The document envisages the creation of a joint investment fund and the return of US funds for military aid.