On May 9, 196 combat clashes took place on the front, 65 of which were in the Pokrovsk direction. The Russians carried out 34 air strikes and carried out more than 4,100 attacks on the positions of the Armed Forces.
On May 9, the Russian army lost more than 1,300 soldiers and 4 tanks. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the Russian Federation has lost 964,580 soldiers.
Donald Trump said that settling the war in Ukraine is a more difficult task than expected. Putin wants to get everything, and both sides are not compromising.
On May 10, 2025, no enemy ships were recorded in the waters of the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a missile carrier.
On May 10, cold weather is expected in Ukraine with rain, thunderstorms and sleet. Air temperature will range from +9 to +17 degrees, in the Carpathians - from +2 to +7.
Dmitry Peskov stated that Trump has influence on Ukraine for negotiations, but Kyiv is not ready. He expressed hope for Trump's mediation for the flexibility of the Kyiv regime.
May 10 is World Migratory Bird Day, Cactus Day, Lupus Awareness Day and Fair Trade Day. The memory of the Apostle Simon the Zealot is also honored.
Thousands of people took to the streets of Bucharest and other cities, demanding that the authorities adhere to the pro-European course. Protesters chanted slogans in support of Europe.
A joint operation by the SBU and the SBGS exposed a criminal group that organized the illegal departure of men of conscription age abroad. The route ran through Moldova, and the fee was from 8 thousand dollars.
The North Korean leader stated that his country's participation in the war is an expression of the sovereign right to support a "brotherly people. " He also mentioned the participation of North Korean military personnel in combat operations.
The European Union supports efforts for a just peace in Ukraine based on the UN Charter. The EU calls for a 30-day ceasefire for negotiations.
The US reports that Iran plans to transfer launchers for short-range Fath-360 ballistic missiles with a range of 120 km to Russia. This may intensify the Russian offensive against Ukraine.
Andriy Yermak stated that the creation of a Special Tribunal is a confirmation of the rule of law. A coalition of 39 countries supported the creation of a tribunal regarding the aggression of the Russian Federation.
The Presidents of France and Poland criticized politicians for supporting Russia at the parade in Moscow on May 9, calling it a disgrace and a refusal to see the truth about the war in Ukraine.
The largest stations in Ukraine broadcasted gratitude to Europe on the boards and through announcements. The action is timed to coincide with Europe Day, which Ukraine has been celebrating with EU countries since 2023.
In occupied Berdyansk, eight Ukrainian teenagers were given passports of the aggressor country. This was timed to coincide with the "80th anniversary of the victory", which is an act of forced passportization.
Since the beginning of the day, 162 combat clashes have taken place at the front. The most attacks, 51, were recorded in the Pokrovsk direction, where the enemy is trying to break through the defense.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed a demarche to the heads of diplomatic missions of countries whose leaders were at the parade in Moscow. Presence at the parade is regarded as an unfriendly step, support for Russia's aggression.
russia, having announced a truce, continued shelling the Sumy region, inflicting almost 200 strikes. Three people were killed, seven were injured, and dozens of buildings were damaged.
Putin's spokesman Peskov said that Russia immediately supported the idea of a 30-day ceasefire. Ukraine insists on a complete ceasefire, not a partial one.
The Deputy Prime Minister stated Hungary's tough stance and its aggressive rhetoric towards Ukraine. Despite this, Ukraine continues the dialogue and is preparing for a meeting on May 12.
A bail of UAH 40 million was posted for the former head of the State Fiscal Service, Roman Nasirov. He is accused of causing more than UAH 2 billion in damages to the state.
Andriy Yermak announced negotiations with the US regarding a ceasefire and the implementation of agreements between Zelenskyy and Trump. They also discussed strengthening economic partnership.
The President of Ukraine signed a decree on sanctions against a number of individuals and companies, including those related to military technologies and citizens of Russia. The sanctions include trade restrictions and other prohibitions.
Yaroslava Mahuchikh won the international high jump tournament in Doha, setting a season record of 2. 02 m. Yuliia Levchenko won bronze with a result of 1.94 m.
The head of the CCD of the National Security and Defense Council stated that Russia must agree to a complete ceasefire both at the front and in the air. Ukraine supports the US proposal for a complete ceasefire.
The US and European allies are working on a proposal for a 30-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. Ukraine is ready to accept the proposal, but insists on a complete and unconditional ceasefire.
Two men in USSR military uniform with symbols were detained in Zakarpattia. Among those detained is a priest of the UOC (MP) who promoted the communist regime.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a bill that defines prisoners of war as a separate category of non-residents. Tax agents will reflect the income of prisoners of war in the tax calculation.
France will use income from frozen Russian assets to maintain Caesar guns in Ukraine. KNDS will create a maintenance center for these guns.
