Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The EU plans to appoint a special representative for peace negotiations between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. Kaja Kallas and Mario Draghi are considered among the main candidates.
Russia is trying to organize the export of grain from Crimea, as well as its other economic exploitation, and involve entities from the US, as well as attract investment in Arctic projects. Ukraine will inform its partners about these schemes.
The Foreign Intelligence Service received data on the closure of 400 oil wells and the liquidation of 11 banks in the RF. The Russian budget deficit has already reached 80 billion dollars.
During a night attack involving 524 drones and 22 missiles, a Russian UAV hit a Chinese vessel. Zelenskyy urged partners to strengthen air defense and anti-ballistic capabilities.
Zelenskyy and António Costa discussed Europe's role in peace negotiations and the schedule for opening clusters. Europe must have a strong voice in the process.
Ukrainian forces attacked the Moscow region at a distance of over 500 kilometers. Zelenskyy declared the return of the war to the occupiers' home harbor.
Zelenskyy announced successful strikes by Ukrainian long-range weapons on the Moscow region. The Defense Forces overcame the enemy's densest air defense system.
Over the week, the enemy launched more than 3,170 drones and 74 missiles. As a result of the shelling, 52 people were killed and 346 civilians were injured.
Zelenskyy stated that Russia is using new missiles with Western components for strikes on Kyiv. He called for an immediate shutdown of supply channels.
Zelenskyy has instructed intelligence to prepare a response to the simplified issuance of Russian passports in Transnistria. He urged Moscow to take care of its own oil refineries and oil.
Zelenskyy and Macron discussed strengthening air defense and joint work on anti-ballistics. France supports the opening of Ukraine's negotiation clusters with the EU.
The President showcased strikes on enemy aircraft, ships, and air defense systems, some at a distance of up to 1,000 kilometers. Ukraine plans to increase both the range and the number of such sanctions.
Zelenskyy ordered the strengthening of Kyiv's defense due to Russia's plans to involve Belarus. The enemy is preparing strikes against government and military facilities in the capital of Ukraine.
The Russian Federation may strike Kyiv's government quarter, but will not destroy underground bunkers. Destroying the shelters would require nuclear weapons or strategic aviation.
For an offensive on Kyiv, the Russian Federation needs 100,000 troops, which are currently not present in Belarus. Preparing such a force would take several months and would be noticeable to intelligence.
Trump discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Xi Jinping. The US President suggested that the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv could delay the peace process.
Four residents of the Sumy region, aged 61-85, who were deported in 2025, have been returned. This is the result of a humanitarian dialogue involving representatives of Belarus.
Intelligence has uncovered Russian plans for strikes against two dozen political and military centers. The Office of the President and the state residence are under threat.
Zelenskyy discussed long-range sanctions and Russia's plans to involve Belarus in the war. Intelligence learned about preparations for strikes on decision-making centers.
20 Azov fighters returned home as part of a 1,000-for-1,000 exchange. Among them are 19 defenders of Mariupol who spent four years in Russian captivity.
Ukraine has returned 205 defenders from Russian captivity as part of a major exchange. Most of the released soldiers had been in captivity since 2022.
The President visited the site of a missile strike in Kyiv, where 24 people were killed. Among the victims were three children; Zelenskyy expressed his condolences to the relatives of the deceased.
Rescue operations completed in Kyiv: 24 people killed, including three children. Zelenskyy urged partners to increase pressure on the Russian Federation and provide air defense systems.
The President met with the Hudson Institute to discuss air defense and diplomacy. Zelenskyy called on the US to intensify negotiations to restore security.
In Kyiv and the regions, the consequences of the Russian strikes on May 14 are being mitigated. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the world to stop schemes for bypassing sanctions used for the production of Russian missiles.
Zelenskyy discussed the Drone Deals format and the strengthening of air defense with German representatives. A 90 billion euro loan will be directed toward the production of Ukrainian drones.
Fire Point will launch dozens of satellites in 2027 and scale up rocket production. According to the company's chief designer, Shtilerman, two satellites have already been launched this year.
The Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Russian ambassador over the shelling of Zakarpattia. The head of the department, Anita Orbán, called the attacks on the region unacceptable.
The French President called the May 14 attack a manifestation of Russian hypocrisy and promised support. The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of air defense systems for the security of all of Europe.
The Russian Federation launched 1,567 drones and 56 missiles; seven people were killed in Kyiv. Zelenskyy ordered the Defense Forces to prepare a response to the massive attack.