Ukraine

OP leader Andriy Yermak meets with US Special Representative for Ukraine Keith Kellogg.

The suspension of funding by the U. S. State Department led to the loss of a significant number of deminers in Ukraine. This funding accounted for almost 50% of the budget of all humanitarian demining programs in the country.

The President of Ukraine said he did not see a ready-made US plan for war, despite previous statements. During the hour-long conversation with Trump, there was not enough time to formulate a specific plan.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced expectations of revenue from Ukrainian resources after the war. The US plans to participate in the development of strategic minerals, energy, and state-owned enterprises in Ukraine.

The President of Ukraine has announced positive changes in the Pokrovsk sector in recent days. According to Zelenskyy, Ukrainian forces have become more confident in this area of the front.

In a joint operation called “Avengers,” Ukrainian and Moldovan law enforcement detained three Moldovan citizens who fought for Wagner. The mercenaries, who have been involved in the fighting since 2014, face up to 10 years in prison.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer had a phone conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He reaffirmed his unwavering support for Ukraine and its path to NATO, emphasizing that negotiations are impossible without Kyiv's participation.

The NSDC imposed sanctions against Kolomoisky, Boholyubov, Zhevago, Poroshenko and Medvedchuk. The State Financial Monitoring Service revealed shadow financial schemes and cooperation with Russia that had been going on for decades.

Ukraine has the largest uranium and lithium reserves in Europe and is among the top 10 in titanium ore. Shmyhal said he was ready to cooperate with the EU in the extraction and processing of these resources.

The European Business Association asks the President to veto the law on pharmaceutical market regulation because of the risks to patients. Experts warn of a possible reduction in the availability of medicines and market destabilization.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and U. S. Vice President Vance held talks on increasing defense production. The parties discussed ways to ensure lasting peace in Ukraine and its future membership in the Alliance.

The Hungarian prime minister said that Russia could be reintegrated into the global economy after a peace deal with the assistance of the United States. Orban also called on Hungary to become independent from the EU and strengthen relations with Asia and the United States.

A senior US official, John Cole, said that the United States has not ruled out Ukraine's potential membership in NATO or a negotiated return to its borders by 2014, contradicting comments made this week by the U. S. Defense Secretary ahead of possible peace talks to end the war in Ukraine.

The Ukrainian delegation in Munich handed the United States an updated draft agreement on rare earth metals. The American side took time until 17:00 to process the document.

As a result of the Russian drone attack, the arch over the fourth power unit of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant was severely damaged. The radiation background remains normal, but there are risks of contamination.

Herman Galushchenko called on the IAEA to intensify international measures to stop Russian attacks on nuclear facilities. The Ministry of Energy reported details of the nighttime enemy attack on the arch of the shelter of Chornobyl NPP Unit 4.

Viktor Lyashko has admitted that the range of medicines in pharmacies may be reduced due to new regulations of the pharmaceutical market. The Ministry of Health has warned of sanctions for pharmacies in case of manipulation of the assortment and prices.

U. S. Special Representative Keith Kellogg calls for direct talks between the leaders of Ukraine and Russia. Trump announces upcoming peace talks in Saudi Arabia.

The director of the PIN-UP online casino, which is suspected of laundering Russian money, has been detained.

The Ministry of Economy, together with KnyharnyaE, has prepared a list of Ukrainian books that can be purchased with the funds of the National Cashback and ePromotion. The selection includes 9 romantic novels by contemporary Ukrainian authors.

A Russian drone attacked the 4th power unit of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, causing a fire and damage to the shelter arch. Electricity consumption increased by 1.8% due to cloudiness, which reduces the efficiency of solar power plants.

Russian troops attacked Sumy region with guided aerial bombs and a drone. The shelling injured four people and damaged a hospital and private buildings.

The Verkhovna Rada did not hold the scheduled hour of questions to the government today. Instead, MPs sang the national anthem and left the session.

US President Donald Trump has called on European countries to increase financial support for Ukraine. According to him, the United States plans to allocate another $200 billion, while Europe is not investing enough.

The Diia app has launched a digital certificate to confirm the status of a single person with the ability to add a photo and interests. The document contains a QR code for quick acquaintance and status verification through the state registry.

The PGO is conducting criminal proceedings against persons sanctioned by the NSDC. The cases concern high treason, embezzlement and other serious crimes worth billions of hryvnias.

A project to train athletes in first aid skills is being implemented in Ukraine. In 2025, the program is planned to be expanded, covering over 1600 athletes from various sports.

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 7996 UAH/USD, which is 13 kopecks lower than the previous one. The euro is set at UAH 43.43, and the dollar is trading at UAH 41.72-41.75 on the interbank market.

A Russian strike drone with a high-explosive warhead damaged a protective shelter at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant (ChNPP). The fire was extinguished, the radiation background did not change, but the damage to the shelter is assessed as significant.

The US President explained the sequence of his talks with the leaders of Ukraine and Russia. Trump wanted to know if both sides were ready to conclude a deal before discussing the details.