Ukraine

Tomorrow, trilateral talks between the US-Ukraine-Turkey and Russia-Ukraine-Turkey will take place in Istanbul. It is not yet known whether a four-way meeting will take place - US-Russia-Ukraine-Turkey.

Reconnaissance UAV activity has been recorded in the east of Dnipropetrovsk region. The Air Force warns of possible air defense operations and calls for shelter in case of alarm.

Mykhailo Fedorov told Julie Davis about the digitalization of Ukraine, the launch of Diia and defense innovations. Technologies have become an important factor in the war, and Ukraine is developing solutions for protection.

Tomorrow, May 16, delegations from Turkey, the United States, Russia, and Ukraine will meet in Istanbul. The meeting will be attended by Hakan Fidan, the US delegation led by Rubio, the Ukrainian delegation led by Umerov, and the Russian delegation led by Medinsky.

A woman was detained in Kyiv for scattering flowers and damaging photos of fallen defenders on the Alley of Heroes. The offender was detained, the motives of the act are unknown.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy formed a delegation of Ukraine to participate in the negotiation process with international partners and representatives of the Russian Federation on May 15-16, 2025 in Istanbul. The purpose of the negotiations is to achieve a just and lasting peace.

The World Bank will allocate $84 million to Ukraine for the restoration of housing damaged by Russian aggression under the eRecovery program. The funding will allow the repair of more than 25,000 households.

The European Parliament approved an increase in duties on imports from Russia and Belarus: for fertilizers up to 430 euros per ton by 2028, for flour, sugar and animal feed by 50%. The goal is to prevent the financing of the war.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he does not expect a breakthrough in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia until Trump and Putin begin to interact. Negotiations in Istanbul will take place on May 16.

Negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul have been postponed to May 16. The Ukrainian delegation will arrive in Istanbul late on the evening of May 15.

In April 2025, the National Specialized Children’s Hospital “Okhmatdyt” received a high-precision Thompson retractor system. This state-of-the-art surgical equipment was provided with the support of the Andrii Matiukha Foundation and Good Donations.

On Vyshyvanka Day, 985 couples got married all over Ukraine. The Ministry of Justice called on couples to get married in embroidered shirts and share photos.

John Healey called on allies to increase pressure on Putin for real negotiations. He stated that the Russian leader can end the war immediately.

The Ministry of Defense plans to transfer all types of deferrals from mobilization to electronic format by the end of 2025. Currently, deferrals for five categories of citizens are already available in Reserve+.

Ukrainian border guards rescued a rare bird – a white-throated loon, which was hit by car headlights. The bird was carefully lifted, checked, taken to a body of water and released.

The Minister of Defense of Norway stated that all F-16 aircraft promised to Ukraine will be delivered by the end of 2025. Some of the aircraft have already been handed over, but their number is not disclosed.

The Magna Carta, which was believed to be a copy, has been recognized as an original. This makes it one of the seven issued by Edward I in 1300 that have survived to this day.

According to the UN's baseline scenario, Ukraine's population may shrink to 23 million by 2100. To maintain stability, labor market reforms and increased social support are needed.

It is not known for certain whether negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place in Istanbul today, May 15, or whether they have been postponed to tomorrow, May 16. Delegations have already arrived in the city.

In Ankara, the presidents of Ukraine and Turkey discussed security guarantees, including in the Black Sea. They also discussed the reconstruction of Ukraine with the participation of Turkish companies.

Zelensky said that negotiations in Istanbul may begin tonight or tomorrow morning. Ukrainian, Turkish and American delegations are ready, the only question is for the Russians.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has launched offensive actions in all directions. The main direction was Sumy, where 67,000 Russian troops were concentrated.

The Russian delegation has departed for Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul for negotiations with the Ukrainian side, with the participation of US representatives. The meeting is scheduled for May 15 or 16.

The President stated that Kyiv will not discuss territorial issues, as it violates the Constitution. Ukraine is ready to discuss humanitarian crises and restoration of integrity.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that initially Ukraine was under more pressure than Russia to cease fire. Ukraine has shown its willingness to compromise for the sake of peace, but the pressure should be on the aggressor.

In the mobile application "Reserve+" it became possible to arrange a deferral for temporarily unfit and families of military personnel with children under 18 years of age. They also promise to display the disability group and the reasons for violations.

President Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia does not show a desire to end the war. He called for the introduction of tough sanctions from the USA, Europe and the countries of the Global South.

Turkey is ready to host Ukraine and Russia for continued dialogue if both sides are willing. Erdoğan stressed that negotiations are important to avoid casualties.

Zelenskyy stated that Russia does not respect Erdogan and Trump by sending a delegation to Turkey.

The Ukrainian delegation is heading to Istanbul for negotiations with the participation of the USA, Turkey and Russia. Zelensky expressed hope that the meeting will not be just for show.