Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The Verkhovna Rada approves extension of martial law and general mobilization for 90 days until August 11, with 339 and 336 MPs voting in favor, respectively.
On the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II, President Zelensky said that Ukrainians are once again fighting against the evil revived under the Russian flag, and only a united free world can stop it, as it did in 1945.
On the night of May 8, 2024, Russian troops launched a combined attack on Ukraine using 76 air targets - 55 missiles and 21 attack drones, of which 59 were successfully intercepted by Ukrainian air defense systems.
On the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II, Russia launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine, firing more than 50 missiles and more than 20 "shaheds" at infrastructure in several regions.
Russia has put former Ukrainian MP and journalist Ihor Miroshnychenko on the wanted list for unspecified reasons under an article of the Russian Criminal Code.
Cape Verde became the first African country to confirm its participation in the Peace Summit initiated by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following a telephone conversation between Zelenskyy and Cape Verdean Prime Minister Ulysses Correia e Silva.
Ukraine is preparing meetings and documents that will make news in the coming weeks, including new visits by partners, new security agreements, the start of negotiations with the European Union in June, and preparations for the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
President Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, who confirmed Finland's participation in the upcoming Peace Summit in Switzerland on June 15-16.
Ukraine is working to ensure global representation and participation of leaders at the upcoming Peace Summit in Switzerland to restore the full force and effectiveness of the UN Charter to achieve a just peace.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Latvian President Rinkēvičs the consolidation of global support for the Peace Summit and thanked Latvia for signing a bilateral security agreement and for its commitment to allocate 0. 25% of GDP annually to support Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy held phone conversations with the prime ministers of Spain and Belgium, who confirmed their participation in the inaugural Peace Summit in Switzerland on June 15-16, and discussed defense cooperation and Ukraine's integration into the EU.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is perceived by foreign countries as the de facto ruler of Russia, not a democratically elected one, political scientist Gorbach said. According to him, the world is not ready to treat Putin like Hitler.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the procedure for acceptance, maintenance, service and accounting of military engineering and fortification structures created to enhance the country's defense capability under martial law.
The SBU announces the exposure of a network of Russian FSB agents who were preparing the assassination of the President: two colonels of State Protection Department are detained.
Stephen King suggested that Putin and Zelensky settle "their differences" in a one-on-one duel, rooting for the victory of the President of Ukraine.
Ukrposhta employees will have the right to carry and use firearms to protect postal funds and facilities, subject to special training and strict conditions, according to a draft law that will be reconsidered by the Verkhovna Rada with proposals from President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Lithuania will provide Ukraine with air defense systems, joining Germany in providing additional military support.
President Zelenskyy has held international talks and personally invited the leaders of Lithuania, Poland, Estonia, and Canada to the upcoming Global Peace Summit in Switzerland to garner support for the Ukrainian peace formula and force Russia to peace.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting to discuss the situation at the front, domestic arms production and brigade manning, emphasizing the need for real logistics to ensure timely delivery of weapons and ammunition from partners to Ukrainian soldiers.
On Infantry Day, President Zelenskyy honored Ukrainian infantrymen as the backbone of the army by presenting awards and battle flags to brigades for their courage and sacrifice in defending Ukrainian soil.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Estonian Prime Minister Kallas the upcoming Global Peace Summit, Ukraine's defense needs, and the finalization of a bilateral security agreement based on the G7 Vilnius Declaration.
Shmyhal and the Prime Minister of Iceland discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, support for Ukraine, and preparations for the Peace Summit.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposes to extend martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine for another 90 days.
The Ministry of Strategic Industries says that $10 billion is the funding that can be covered by partners to use the full production capacity of the defense industry, which is $20 billion a year.
On Infantry Day, President Zelenskyy thanked Ukrainian infantrymen for their service, daily heroism and defense against Russian aggression.
Ukrainians, including soldiers on the frontline, celebrated Easter amid the ongoing war, sharing photos and videos of holiday traditions such as blessing Easter cakes, decorating eggs and exchanging greetings of "Christ is risen. "
On Easter, the police recorded only 25 offenses, mostly administrative, and about 300 people were taken to police stations for violating the curfew, while services were held in compliance with the restrictions.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew called on Russia to exchange prisoners with Ukraine on the principle of "all for all" during his Easter address, supporting the "Our Way Out" initiative for a large-scale exchange of prisoners between the two countries.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that the answer to the question of why Ukrainians have survived is that "in the most difficult circumstances and in the darkest times, we are able to give birth to light.
During his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, French President Emmanuel Macron will pressure him to push Russia to end the war in Ukraine.