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Oleksandr Syrskyi and Eirik Kristoffersen visited units in the Southern Operational Zone. They discussed the AFU's needs for air defense, UAVs, and ammunition.
Zelenskyy discussed Russia's massive attack with the leaders of France and Norway. The President announced further communication with partners regarding the Kremlin's crimes.
The main award of the Cannes Film Festival was won by the drama Fjord by Cristian Mungiu. The film tells the story of a Romanian family's struggle for their children in Norway.
Stoltenberg stated that NATO will not survive without the US, and the EU will not be able to replace the alliance. He emphasized the importance of unity for protection against threats from Moscow.
The expert reported a raiding attack on Fire Point, the company producing Flamingo missiles. The pressure could lead to a halt in the production of Ukrainian weaponry.
Ryanair expects fuel and salary costs to rise due to market volatility. The company plans to carry a record 216 million passengers over the year.
Oslo cancelled the export of NSM missiles for Malaysian ships due to control regulations. Anwar Ibrahim stated this undermines trust in European manufacturers.
Canada is strengthening Arctic defense in cooperation with Nordic countries following Trump's statements on Greenland. The region will be protected against Russian military activity.
Ukraine's representative LELÉKA will perform seventh in the Eurovision final in Vienna. 25 countries will compete for victory, with Finland being the favorite.
The second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 will take place in Vienna, where LELÉKA will perform under number 12. Bookmakers estimate Ukraine's chances of reaching the final at 94%.
Zelenskyy announced Drone Deals agreements following the B9 summit. The parties are strengthening defense cooperation to ensure security in Ukraine and Europe.
At the summit in Leipzig, Ukraine presented the scale of destruction of its transport infrastructure. Sweden, Germany, and Norway are ready to contribute to the fund for its restoration.
Italy has the highest level of PM2. 5 pollution in Europe. Over 90% of Europeans live in conditions with air quality that is hazardous to health according to WHO standards.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Yerevan for the European Political Community summit. Meetings are scheduled with the Prime Ministers of Britain, Norway, Finland, and the Czech Republic.
Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's accession to the EU with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš in Yerevan. The President also held meetings with the leaders of Norway, Britain, and Finland.
In Yerevan, Zelenskyy thanked Finland for $300 million in aid. The President proposed a Drone Deal and discussed Ukraine's European integration with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo.
In Yerevan, Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed gas supplies for the winter and the Drone Deal with Jonas Gahr Støre. Norway has already allocated nearly a billion dollars to Ukraine.
Ukraine ranked 55th in the press freedom index, overtaking the United States. The global level of media freedom has dropped to a 25-year historical low.
The Ministry of Defense added that Zhumadilov will lead CORPUS during the first year. Subsequently, the chairmanship will be held on a rotational basis by unanimous decision of the participants.
European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius stated that Ukraine's accession to NATO is impossible at this time. He proposes creating a European Defense Union to provide security guarantees.
Norway will produce Ukrainian mid-strike drones with a range of up to 200 km. The first delivery for the Armed Forces of Ukraine is expected by the beginning of summer.
Partners will channel €100 million through the Energy Support Fund for winter preparations, announced at the "Energy Ramstein". They agreed to seek additional €829 million and thanked partner countries.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the creation of a domestic air defense system jointly with Norway, Germany, and the Netherlands. The project is designed to overcome the arms deficit.
Ukraine is preparing new bilateral agreements and expanding defense cooperation. The President announced details regarding the format of the Drone Deal in the near future.
The Norwegian government has approved a state plan for the development of the Fens deposit, which contains neodymium and praseodymium. The project will strengthen European security and industry.
Lufthansa is removing flights from its schedule until October due to rising fuel prices. The changes will affect short-haul routes at six hubs.
European Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis announced payments to Ukraine by early June. Funding for the current year is secured with the support of the G7 and the IMF.
Zelenskyy announced a Drone Deal to protect infrastructure and export weapons. Agreements have already been reached with three countries, and 11 more states have expressed their interest.
Ukraine is not seeking alternatives to EU membership but proposes an alliance with Britain, Turkey, and Norway. This would enhance security and military resources in the region.
Zelenskyy announced 10-year agreements with 11 countries on arms export and joint production. Ukraine is also expanding cooperation with EU and Caucasus countries.