Samuel Bayer, the famous music video director for Nirvana, visited Ukraine to film stories about the fight for freedom. He expressed his support for Ukraine and condemned terrorist acts against civilians.
Ukrainian military personnel denied the fakes about the complete occupation of the Kursk region, but confirmed the advance of Russians near Gornal and Oleshnya. Fighting continues, the Armed Forces of Ukraine are hitting the enemy's logistics.
Kyiv discussed strengthening defense and implementing innovations to counter threats. JATEC will focus on air defense, infrastructure protection and resilience.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Cardinal Zuppi, discussing the return of Ukrainian children kidnapped by Russia. The President noted the Vatican's assistance and the importance of a strategic partnership with the United States.
During the day, 162 combat clashes took place on the front. The most intense fighting continues in the Pokrovsky, Limansky and Toretsky directions, as well as in the Kursk region.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin and discussed ways to achieve a just peace. He thanked for supporting Ukraine's right to self-defense.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, another 12 Ukrainian children have returned home. The Russians tried to take one boy away from his grandmother, and another was forcibly registered as a conscript.
Zelenskyy announced that he discussed the preparation of the 17th package of EU sanctions against Russia with von der Leyen. It should be aimed at key sectors of the Russian economy.
McDonald's denied information about returning to Russia, explaining that re-registration of trademarks in the Russian Federation is necessary to protect the brand from use by third parties. The company emphasized that its position regarding Russia remains unchanged.
Estonian President Alar Karis said he spoke with Donald Trump about Ukraine. Trump promised not to withdraw from the role of mediator and noted the proximity to a solution.
The decisive match of the UPL will take place in Lviv: "Shakhtar" (53 points) will meet with the leader "Dynamo" (63 points). Kyiv is striving for the 17th championship, and the referee of the match is Vitaliy Romanov.
The Vatican broke protocol so that Vladimir Zelensky would sit in the front row at the funeral of Pope Francis, next to Trump and Macron. This ensured him a prominent place at the ceremony.
The CIA has confirmed the death of Michael Gloss, the son of a senior official who fought for Russia in Ukraine. The family experienced the tragedy in the spring of 2024.
Ursula von der Leyen assured support for Ukraine on the path to peace and discussed with Volodymyr Zelenskyy steps to join the European family. Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump was also mentioned.
The Russian Federation announced the detention of Hnat Kuzin, who is accused of blowing up General Moskalik. The occupiers claim that he is allegedly an agent of Ukrainian special services.
During the day, 90 combat clashes took place on the front line. Most attacks were recorded in the Pokrovsk direction – 31.
At a meeting with US Special Envoy Stephen Witkoff, Putin confirmed the readiness of the Russian Federation for negotiations with Kyiv "without any preconditions. "
Donald Trump said that the war in Ukraine is Biden's fault. He expressed doubt that Putin wants to stop the war, given the recent shelling of civilian targets.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Donald Trump in the Vatican. They discussed the protection of Ukrainians and a complete ceasefire for lasting peace.
The head of the Center for Counteracting Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council reported that the Defense Forces are continuing the operation in the Kursk region, refuting the Kremlin's claims of liberating the territory. Enemy assaults in the Sumy region are being actively stopped.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will meet with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky in Rome on Saturday afternoon. The meeting will take place as part of the funeral of Pope Francis.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that fighting in the Kursk region continues, Ukrainian troops are holding positions and inflicting losses on the enemy. The statements of the Russian Federation about the defeat are propaganda.
The presidents of the United States, Ukraine and France, as well as the Prime Minister of Great Britain, held a positive meeting in Rome. The conversation took place on the sidelines of the funeral of Pope Francis, the French presidency reported.
The leaders held a private meeting in St. Peter's Basilica, calling it "very productive." Another meeting is planned.
Ukraine has developed a counter-proposal to Trump's plan, which is criticized for concessions to Russia. Kyiv proposes a European security contingent and the use of frozen Russian assets.
As a result of the night attack by Russia, the number of victims in Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv, and Kyiv regions has increased. Residential buildings, enterprises, cars, and critical infrastructure facilities were damaged.
Sources report that Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican. They agreed to hold another meeting after the funeral of Pope Francis.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump may meet in Rome, where both will be present at the funeral of Pope Francis. Trump stated that Russia and Ukraine are "very close to a deal."
On the night of April 26, 2025, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones. The Defense Forces shot down 66 "Shahed" in the east, north, south and center of the country, but there are affected areas.
Sources report that Trump may meet with Zelenskyy in Rome and believes that the Ukrainian leader has no choice but to sign the proposal. Trump threatens to withdraw from the peace process next week if no agreement is reached.
