Volodymyr Zelenskyy

There were explosions in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

Enemy missile strikes destroyed a large Ukrainian publishing complex in the Kharkiv region, killing and injuring people, due to Ukraine's lack of air defense systems and long-range weapons to counter russian attacks.

President Zelenskyy discussed preparations for the Global Peace Summit and confirmed the participation of North Macedonia, Greece, and Norway in the summit during separate phone calls with their leaders.

Ukraine and Norway have finalized the text of a bilateral security agreement and are ready to sign it at the earliest opportunity, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said after a phone conversation with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with senior military and intelligence officials to discuss the situation on the battlefield, enemy plans to disrupt the Peace Summit, and the provision of necessary weapons and assistance to the army.

The UNITED24 platform is launching a global campaign to raise funds for combat robotic platforms to defend against russian terror, as announced by President Zelensky during the UNITED24 Summit.

Polish authorities are stepping up security at the “aid hub for Ukraine” due to growing concerns about Russian-backed sabotage operations.

The operational situation on the northern border with russia is under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, but remains tense, with Russian shelling of border settlements and active subversive and reconnaissance groups.

Ukraine will continue to develop the forces of the Ukrainian Marines, a special kind of troops that have made a significant impact on the war against Russian aggression with their bravery, dedication and strategic battles in the south and east.

Ukraine and Costa Rica discussed strengthening trade and economic ties, including preparations for signing a Memorandum of Understanding on Trade and Investment Promotion, the establishment of a joint working group, and prospects for a future free trade agreement.

In two years, the UNITED24 platform has implemented more than 100 projects in support of Ukraine, including the creation of the world's first fleet of maritime drones, raising funds for drones for the army, rebuilding infrastructure, and achieving many other important results that have strengthened the country and saved lives.

President Zelenskyy discussed with Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis efforts to engage a wide range of states in the upcoming Peace Summit and prepare for the conclusion of a bilateral security agreement between Ukraine and Greece.

Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva discussed the completion of negotiations with Greece on a bilateral security agreement and thanked the country for its support of Ukraine, including its support for Ukraine's EU and NATO membership applications.

Zelensky condemned the brutal Russian missile attack on Kharkiv and Liubotyn, which killed and injured people, and called for more global resolve in the fight against terrorism.

As Ukraine celebrates Marine Corps Day, President Zelensky and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky congratulated the Marines for their heroism, resilience and unwavering dedication in fierce battles against the Russian occupiers, honoring their sacrifice for Ukraine's freedom and independence.

The US is actively discussing easing the ban on Ukraine using US weapons to strike targets in Russia, which would allow Ukraine to hit the facilities that made Russia's recent occupation of Ukrainian territory possible.

Poland is considering using its air defense systems to shoot down Russian missiles aimed at Ukraine from Polish territory near the borders of the two countries.

The Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine met with representatives of the Presidential Youth Council and youth leaders of the Global South and urged them to actively disseminate information about the Global Peace Summit and the Ukrainian Peace Formula to establish a just peace and ensure international security.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to attend D-Day celebrations in France and the G7 summit in Italy next month to appeal to the West for military support, demanding the confiscation of Russian assets to finance Ukraine's defense.

Sweden will provide Ukraine with $7 billion in military aid over the next 3 years to strengthen European security against Russian aggression.

President Zelenskyy discussed the situation at the front with the military command, emphasizing maximum attention to the entire border and inflicting maximum losses on the Russian occupiers.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting to discuss the production of drones, electronic warfare systems, missiles, and countering Russian guided aerial bombs in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for systems and tactics to protect against Russian bombs.

Zelensky discussed with Chilean President Boris the situation in the Kharkiv region, where Russia is trying to expand its invasion, and Borich confirmed his participation in the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.

On Tuesday, May 21, the Khmelnitsky City District Court issued the first decisions on the conditional early release of two convicts from serving their sentences for military service in the Defense Forces.

Albania will be represented at the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland, which was announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama.

President Zelensky discussed with Austrian Chancellor Netheimer the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland, cooperation between the two countries, the participation of Austrian businesses in the reconstruction of Ukraine and the expansion of cooperation in the field of Humanitarian Demining.

Ukraine exports grain to Mozambique, but is ready to share its rich experience in the agro-industry. Mozambique can also be an important logistics link in the supply of Ukrainian food to other African countries, Zelensky said.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has changed the composition of the Ukrainian delegation to negotiate security guarantees with other countries, adding new members. The head of state also excluded several representatives of the country from the delegation.

President Zelensky has signed a law regulating the work of domestic workers in Ukraine, including employment contracts, working hours and prohibiting deductions for housing payments from their wages.

Russia's delay in the exchange of prisoners of war may be related to the holding of so-called elections, inaugurations and personnel changes in the Russian Federation, according to the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for human rights Dmitry Lubinets.