Ukraine
Preparations for Putin's visit to China are complete; he will meet with Xi Jinping. The parties will discuss the results of China's negotiations with Donald Trump.
Kyrylo Budanov stated that Russia has the technical capability to launch a nuclear strike. However, intelligence currently sees no signs of preparation for such an attack.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, has survived more than 10 assassination attempts since 2020. Despite the threats, he continues to participate in peace negotiations with the Russian Federation
36 countries and the EU have joined the agreement to establish the Special Tribunal in The Hague. The court will be able to try the top leadership of the Russian Federation in absentia for the crime of aggression against Ukraine.
HACC has recognized assets of MP Serhiy Lytvynenko worth over 7 million hryvnias as unsubstantiated. The official concealed three cars registered to straw persons.
37 states have approved the creation of the Steering Committee of the Special Tribunal in The Hague. It will try the top military and political leadership of Russia and Belarus for the crime of aggression.
20 Azov fighters returned home as part of a 1,000-for-1,000 exchange. Among them are 19 defenders of Mariupol who spent four years in Russian captivity.
The government is introducing direct PPA contracts between businesses and local producers. Enterprises with at least 60% self-generation will not be subject to power outages.
The Ministry of Health is monitoring the movement of Ukrainian crew members of the MV Hondius liner due to hantavirus. Five Ukrainians were previously sent to the Netherlands.
The Economic Security Bureau of Ukraine (ESBU) interprets aircraft leasing as royalties, introducing a 15% tax. This threatens airlines with bankruptcy and risks halting the repair of AFU military equipment.
In Rynok Square, a 46-year-old Lviv resident doused Mayor Andriy Sadovyi with an unknown liquid. Police have opened criminal proceedings on the fact of hooliganism.
During 150 searches across three regions, illegal products worth 125 million UAH were seized. The organizers sold vape liquids without excise stamps or quality checks.
Police will read fingerprints from ID card chips to identify missing persons. The data will be compared with the fingerprints of unidentified bodies.
Obtaining a US tourist visa has become more difficult for Ukrainians: consulates are increasingly scrutinizing potential migration risks of applicants. Lawyer Valeriia Nahorna explained why today it is not only documents that are important, but also proper legal preparation for the interview.
During the first four months of 2026, local budgets received UAH 15. 8 billion in land tax. The highest amounts were paid in the Dnipropetrovsk region and Kyiv.
Due to Russian shelling, there are power outages in eight regions. No blackouts are scheduled; however, consumers are asked to shift their electricity usage to daytime hours.
Fraudsters intimidate people with fake high treason cases and demand money. The SBU urges citizens not to transfer funds and to report any instances of extortion.
Preventive check-ups for children are funded by the NHSU and are free of charge for patients. The program covers consultations with all necessary specialists without limitations.
Ukraine has returned 205 defenders from Russian captivity as part of a major exchange. Most of the released soldiers had been in captivity since 2022.
The electric hot hatch will feature a 226-horsepower engine and a range of up to 454 kilometers. The official premiere of the new model will take place on May 15 at the Nürburgring.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation announced a 205-for-205 prisoner exchange mediated by the UAE. Donald Trump had previously reported on plans for such an exchange.
The President visited the site of a missile strike in Kyiv, where 24 people were killed. Among the victims were three children; Zelenskyy expressed his condolences to the relatives of the deceased.
On the night of May 15, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 6 missiles and 141 drones. Air defense forces destroyed one Kh-35 missile and 130 enemy drones of various types.
Rescue operations completed in Kyiv: 24 people killed, including three children. Zelenskyy urged partners to increase pressure on the Russian Federation and provide air defense systems.
Defense Forces have regained control of Odradne and 22 square kilometers of the Kharkiv region. During the assault, 56 occupiers were eliminated and the enemy was driven out of their positions.
The National Bank set the dollar rate at 43. 96 UAH, while the euro decreased to 51.44 UAH. The cash dollar rate in banks fluctuates within the range of 43.75-44.19 UAH.
Russian occupiers lost 1,150 personnel, 1,780 UAVs, and 41 cruise missiles over the past day. The General Staff has released updated data on the enemy's total combat losses.
On May 15, rain and thunderstorms are expected in the eastern and western regions. The rest of the territory, including Kyiv, will remain dry, with air temperatures reaching 22°.
The world celebrates Vyshyvanka Day, International Day of Families, and Climate Protection Day. Special attention is also given to inclusivity and methods of infant care.
ISW named Russia a bad-faith negotiator due to the massive strike on Kyiv. The Kremlin is tightening censorship to hide the vulnerability of its own rear.