Ukraine

The Kremlin plans to conduct an inventory of agricultural lands in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Data on land as of 2002 will be entered into the Russian Federation's cadastre.

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 59/USD. The euro exchange rate is UAH 47.07, and the zloty is UAH 11.09. In banks, the dollar is trading at 41.80-41.30.

205 combat clashes were recorded on the front line last day. Most attacks occurred in the Pokrovsk direction, the operation in the Kursk direction continues.

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on May 28, Russian troops lost 1,050 soldiers and 31 artillery systems. The total losses of the enemy since the beginning of the full-scale invasion reached 984,940 people.

Putin will be ready for a gradual advance in Ukraine, believing that Russia can fight for years. He is replenishing losses at the front, but Western aid to Ukraine can change this.

On Thursday, cloudy weather with rain is expected throughout Ukraine. The air temperature during the day will be 18-23°, in the western regions 13-18°.

May 29 marks the Ascension of the Lord, the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, and commemorates the conquest of Mount Everest. World Day of Cows and Digestive Health is also celebrated.

Putin's demands regarding the cessation of war in Ukraine indicate the Kremlin's desire to force the West to "surrender" Ukraine and dismantle NATO. Russia intends to increase its territorial claims.

Russia uses the Zaporizhzhia NPP as a military base and a tool of blackmail, hindering the work of the IAEA mission. Ukraine calls for increased pressure on the Russian Federation to deoccupy the station.

Prime Minister of Iceland, Katrín Jakobsdóttir, during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Rutte, stated that the Russian Federation's aggression against Ukraine is important for her country. In case of victory, Russia may turn its attention to the North.

Pope Leo XIV has strongly called for an end to the war in Ukraine, especially after the latest serious attacks. He stressed the need to "support every initiative for dialogue and peace."

A Bloomberg analyst stated that without US assistance, Ukraine is unlikely to emerge from the war as a fully-fledged state. He called on the US Congress to take more active steps and strengthen sanctions against Russia.

The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that if the Russian Federation does not slow down the peace process, then let it show its "memorandum". Ukraine is waiting for proposals from the Russian Federation for discussion.

During the day, the enemy launched 2 missile and 60 air strikes, carried out 1205 kamikaze drone strikes. Most of the fighting took place in the Pokrovsky direction.

The Russians are calling on the population to hand over Ukrainian books for recycling, trying to erase any mention of Ukraine. "Volunteers" brought from the Russian Federation are helping the occupiers.

The countries will join the international coalition in support of Ukraine. The coalition participants have allocated 2.75 billion euros to support Ukraine this year.

The President of Ukraine is urgently returning to Kyiv due to the buildup of Russian troops in the Sumy region. He has canceled his trip to the Charlemagne Prize ceremony in Aachen.

Andriy Sybiha called on the Russians not to delay and hand over to Kyiv the Russian "memorandum" on a ceasefire. Ukraine is waiting for proposals from the Russian Federation for consideration.

Rustem Umerov handed over to Medinsky a document with Ukraine's position on the ceasefire. Russia has time to submit its memorandum for processing, otherwise the meeting will be meaningless.

Rustem Umerov handed over to Vladimir Medinsky a document reflecting the Ukrainian position on ceasefire negotiations.

US State Department Head Marco Rubio spoke with Lavrov about the preparation of proposals for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. Rubio emphasized Trump's desire to end the conflict.

The US President stated that he would refrain from sanctions in order not to disrupt negotiations on ending the war. In two weeks, Trump will assess Russia's readiness for a deal.

Hakan Fidan and Sergei Lavrov discussed by telephone the latest initiatives aimed at resolving the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. After Moscow, Fidan will visit Kyiv.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Germany for its leadership in defense support of Ukraine and its contribution to the protection of the sky. The parties also discussed the restoration of Chernihiv region.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Ukraine on May 29-30. Details and program of the visit have not been disclosed yet.

A memorandum of partnership in energy and an agreement on the development of education within the framework of the "New Ukrainian School" reform have been signed. Cooperation in the field of security will also be expanded.

The US President stated that he will assess Putin's actions in two weeks. He is disappointed by the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukrainian cities during negotiations.

Donald Trump stated that it will soon become clear whether Russia is interested in settling the war in Ukraine, but emphasized that, if necessary, he is ready for negotiations with Zelenskyy and Putin.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz met with representatives of German business to discuss cooperation in various fields. They discussed support for the energy sector, rehabilitation of soldiers and reconstruction of Ukraine.

Ukraine and Finland have signed a joint statement on the establishment of the Shelter Coalition. This will attract about 14 billion euros for the construction and modernization of existing facilities.