State Border of Ukraine
The Head of State confirmed an SBU strike on the Metafrax Chemicals plant in Russia. Production of components for missiles and drones at the facility has been completely halted.
Hungary has reinstated the ban on the import of 20 categories of goods from Ukraine. The government has also changed its mind about withdrawing from the International Criminal Court.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte welcomed Donald Trump's announcement regarding the deployment of 5,000 US troops to Poland. The Alliance is currently working out the details of this mission.
NABU has uncovered a scheme to embezzle 36 million UAH through the shadow leasing of State Reserve warehouses. The suspects include the former head of the agency and an organizer.
The Lithuanian Migration Department will ban entry to 600 Russians who fought against Ukraine. The restrictions will be in effect for 10 years for Lithuania and 5 years for the Schengen Area.
Twin doctors organized a scheme for traveling abroad through fictitious disability for $20,000. The perpetrators were detained while receiving the money.
In Volyn, a group was exposed for selling 13 vehicles imported for the AFU for 2. 9 million UAH. Five participants of the scheme have already been officially notified of suspicion.
Péter Magyar demands rights for the Hungarian minority for the sake of new relations. This is a mandatory condition for the start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Zelenskyy visited Slavutych to discuss border protection and air defense in the north. In June, the government promises to resolve the issue of salaries for Chornobyl NPP workers.
The President announced the reinforcement of the border and fortifications in northern Ukraine. The leadership of Belarus must face consequences in the event of new aggressive actions.
Hungary has reinstated a ban on the import of 20 categories of Ukrainian products following a technical error. The restrictions apply to grain, meat, and eggs.
Nikos Dendias demands an apology and guarantees from Ukraine due to a sea drone in Lefkada. Athens is preparing official steps following the General Staff's findings.
The former head of the Office of the President surrendered his passports in a case involving the legalization of 460 million. A bail of over 140 million hryvnias has already been posted for the suspect.
Latvia has lifted an air threat alert caused by a drone that entered from Belarus. NATO fighter jets were scrambled to intercept the target.
WHO has confirmed an Ebola virus outbreak in the DR Congo. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges citizens to avoid visiting the affected regions and to follow all safety measures.
The remains of Colonel Andriy Melnyk and his wife Sofiya have arrived from Luxembourg. They will be reburied on May 24 at a military cemetery in Kyiv.
The US has accused Raul Castro of murders and tightened the oil blockade of the island. Trump is seeking regime change in Cuba following the Venezuelan scenario.
The Latvian Armed Forces detected a drone in the airspace. Due to the threat, residents were urged to take shelter and train traffic was suspended.
The SBS and SBU conducted Operation Snow for Akhmat, destroying a pilot school in Snizhne. 65 cadets and the head of the center, Lieutenant Colonel Bury, were liquidated.
Zelenskyy thanked the warriors for the precise strike on the Syzran refinery 800 km from the border. This is another long-range sanction against Russia's oil refining.
Units of the SOF and SBS struck the Syzran oil refinery in the Samara region. A large-scale fire was recorded at the facility, located 800 km from the border.
The parties discussed technical aspects of managing sections of the demilitarized zone. Seoul also aims to regain operational control over its troops by 2030.
A Kharkiv City Council deputy organized a scheme for men to flee to Romania for $17,000. Payment for the services was accepted via a crypto wallet.
The SBU and Defense Forces are strengthening security in five northern regions of Ukraine. Document checks, vehicle inspections, and traffic restrictions are planned.
Russia is considering scenarios for new attacks on northern Ukraine from Belarus and the Bryansk region. Zelenskyy has ordered the strengthening of defenses and diplomatic pressure on Minsk.
The US is asking Ukraine to ease sanctions against Belarusian potash to reduce Russia's influence. Experts point to threats due to Minsk's complicity in the aggression.
Zelenskyy and Vučić discussed strengthening relations and the official's visit to Belgrade. Ukraine seeks to resume negotiations on a free trade zone.
The political scientist called Belarus's entry into the war unlikely due to Lukashenko's fear of protests. The country's army has been depleted by the transfer of equipment to Russia.
The number of protection applications in Poland has fallen by 66%, a record for the EU. Meanwhile, 78% of decisions regarding Ukrainian applicants are currently negative.
Péter Magyar is initiating a meeting with Zelenskyy in Berehove to restart relations. The negotiations will address the issue of the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia.