Ukraine
The Office of the President showed EU ambassadors components found in Russian missiles. Ukraine calls for strengthened sanctions, including those targeting Russia's shadow fleet.
A public investment plan for 2027–2029 has been approved for 18 key sectors. Education, transport, and municipal infrastructure will receive the most funding.
The Rada ratified the attraction of 90 billion euros from the EU for 2026-2027. The funds will be directed to defense and the budget, with repayment covered by Russian reparations.
The Rada has begun considering the €90 billion agreement with the EU. Members of Parliament are complaining about the tight deadlines for working on the document, which was reportedly "translated overnight."
The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 10. 8 billion for the purchase of weapons and the development of the defense industry. The funds were sourced from taxes and license fees from the gambling business.
The U. S. diplomatic mission in Kyiv remains open and is operating without changes. Reports regarding the departure of American diplomats are false.
Zelenskyy submitted a memorandum to the Rada regarding a 90 billion euro loan. To receive the funds, Ukraine must amend its tax and customs legislation.
A case regarding the supply of low-quality spare parts for armored vehicles worth 171 million UAH has been referred to court. The losses to the state from the scheme amount to 126 million UAH.
Ukraine will be integrated into efforts regarding Europe's defense priorities, including air defense and drones. This year, 28.3 billion euros will be allocated for the country's military needs.
During the day, 317 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. The enemy used 202 guided aerial bombs and over 8,000 kamikaze drones.
Sybiha urged the EU to play its cards for peace and to open negotiation clusters in June. Sanctions and the demilitarization of the ZNPP are crucial steps.
Overnight, the enemy launched a Kinzhal missile and 147 strike drones of various types. Air defense forces neutralized 138 UAVs; hits by the missile and 9 UAVs were recorded.
The official dollar rate rose to 44. 29 UAH, and the euro to 51.54 UAH. In banks and exchange offices, the currency also continues to appreciate on Thursday.
On May 28, temperatures in Ukraine will drop to 13-18 degrees Celsius due to air masses from Scandinavia. Rain, thunderstorms, and strong wind gusts of up to 20 meters per second are expected.
The President has introduced Bill No. 0376 on the ratification of a loan agreement with the European Union. The document provides for the acquisition of macro-financial assistance of up to 90 billion euros.
Stockholm is preparing the transfer of Jas 39 C/D aircraft and negotiations for the sale of the E version. Payment will be made using European Union credit funds.
The world marks Amnesty International Day, the Day of Action Against Hunger, and World Blood Cancer Day. In Ukraine, Nikita the Confessor is remembered, and Hamburger Day is celebrated.
Lithuania's RSI Europe has delivered 9,500 Shpak FPV drones in three modifications to Ukraine. The contract allowed the company to triple its production capacity.
ATESH partisans reported a massive UAV attack on occupied cities on the night of May 28. Explosions were recorded in Donetsk, Luhansk, and Mariupol.
Latvia and the Netherlands will test drones at the Selija military training ground. The agreement provides for strengthening the allied presence near the borders of the Russian Federation and Belarus.
Ukraine has launched a program to test Western weapons and drones in combat conditions. Hundreds of international companies have already submitted applications to participate in the trials.
Russian Z-channels claim Ukraine is using balloons to deliver drones. The aerostats are invulnerable to EW and are capable of flying deep into the rear.
Zelenskyy submitted a request for anti-ballistic missiles to US congressmen during a meeting in Kyiv. They also discussed sanctions against the Russian Federation and peace negotiations.
Zelenskyy sent over 600 letters to Trump and the US Congress regarding the reality of the war. Ukraine is requesting an urgent strengthening of air defense and the provision of anti-ballistic capabilities.
Rumen Radev called on the EU to lead negotiations with the Russian Federation to end the war. He warned against a conflict with a nuclear power without proper weaponry.
The European Commission will propose opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations on June 16. Hungary's new prime minister is ready to support this step.
President Zelenskyy has approved new long-range operations to strike Russia's oil industry. Additionally, the SBU continues its measures against internal collaborators.
In the Sumy, Kirovohrad, and Vinnytsia regions, strong winds knocked trees onto roads and vehicles. SES rescuers are promptly clearing the routes.
Draft Law No. 15281 on breaks for the psychological relief of employees has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. The initiative was authored by MP Serhiy Hryvko.
Zelenskyy sent a letter to Trump and Congress regarding the critical shortage of air defense systems. The Head of State urged the US to take swift action to protect against ballistic missiles.