Ukraine
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 39. 6196 UAH/USD, strengthening the hryvnia by 11 kopecks.
On May 14, there will be no precipitation in most of Ukraine, only in the southern regions there will be moderate short-term rains; temperatures at night will be between frost and 10°C, during the day 11-22°C.
Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 485,430 personnel and 7,496 tanks.
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken made an unannounced visit to Kyiv, his third since the Russian invasion, to demonstrate America's unwavering support for Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression.
The Ukrainian Air Force successfully shoots down all 18 Russian attack drones launched during a night attack on May 14.
On May 14, Ukraine honors the memory of people who risked their lives to save Jews from the Nazis during World War II. 2673 of our compatriots were recognized by Israel as Righteous Among the Nations for their heroic deeds.
Putin is planning a long war not only with Ukraine, but also with NATO, according to the secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council.
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken arrives in Kyiv on an unannounced visit to demonstrate US solidarity with Ukraine and discuss additional military aid.
Michael Carpenter, Senior Director for European Affairs at the U. S. National Security Council, arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm the U.S.'s unwavering support for Ukraine against Russia's illegal aggression.
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will visit Ukraine this week, according to Politico sources, although the exact date and official confirmation have not yet been received.
Ukraine's top military and political leadership discussed with U. S. officials the situation at the front, Russia's offensive attempts, and Ukraine's urgent need for accelerated arms supplies.
First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska opened a conference on mental health in Belgrade, Serbia, where she spoke about Ukraine's mental health program and the impact of Russian aggression on the mental health of Ukrainians.
German weapons manufacturer Heckler & Koch plans to produce assault rifles and machine guns in calibers used by the former Warsaw Pact countries for supply to Ukraine.
Almost 2000 children have been killed or injured in Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022, according to a UNICEF report.
Jerry Heil and alyona alyona, the representatives of Ukraine at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, have released a new joint track called "Podolyanochka", which could potentially represent Ukraine at the contest.
The United States will provide Ukraine with a new military aid package in the next few days, according to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met in Belgrade with Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic, agreeing to strengthen parliamentary cooperation between Ukraine and Serbia and thanking Serbia for its humanitarian assistance to Ukraine.
Ukraine and Lithuania discussed military assistance, negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU, preparations for peace and NATO summits, and further support from Lithuania in the form of defense equipment.
The European Union has approved the extension of the suspension of import duties and quotas on Ukrainian exports for another year, but has imposed restrictions on imports of certain goods such as eggs, poultry, sugar, oats, corn, cereals and honey from Ukraine to protect the interests of local producers.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba discussed with his Azerbaijani counterpart Jeyhun Bayramov Russia's strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, thanked Azerbaijan for its humanitarian aid, and coordinated further bilateral contacts.
Ukrainian troops repel russian attempts to seize Vovchansk, killing more than 1,000 occupants since the start of hostilities, while the russians change tactics and advance in small groups.
Serbia and Ukraine agree to improve bilateral relations: the Serbian ambassador will soon return to Kyiv, and an economic forum between the two countries is planned.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had phone conversations with the Prime Ministers of Sweden and Luxembourg and the Prime Minister of Canada. The parties discussed the production of more weapons, defense support, and participation in the Global Peace Summit
We managed to return 9 more children from the Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine who left with their families. Some families left because of heavy shelling, others because of the threat of sending their children to camps by the Russian invaders.
Ukraine may receive F-16 fighter jets from Denmark within a month, says Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
The Ukrainian military is thwarting Russia's attempts to expand the war by conducting counterattacks in Kharkiv region, destroying Russian infantry and equipment, and responding to enemy activity such as sabotage groups and shelling in Sumy and Chernihiv regions.
During his visit to Serbia, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met with President Aleksandar Vucic and discussed the expansion of bilateral trade, Ukraine's and Serbia's paths to the European Union, and Serbia's decision to reopen its embassy in Ukraine.
In the Kharkiv region, Ukrainian counterattacks continue, reinforcing areas such as Vovchansk and the border areas under the command of Brigadier General Mykhailo Drapaty, destroying Russian infantry and equipment.
Kharkiv will allocate additional funds for the needs of the Defense Forces, which are defending the city and the region in the face of a new Russian offensive in northern Ukraine.
Another IRIS-T air defense system from Germany will arrive in Ukraine in May, in addition to the two Patriot systems already deployed and the third planned, as Germany continues to strengthen Ukraine's air defense capabilities.