Ukraine
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.
The UN Commission has established that Russian forces committed crimes against humanity by attacking civilians with drones in Kherson region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that Russia did not agree on the participation of third parties in peace negotiations with Ukraine. According to Zakharova, the parties will exchange documents directly.
Mykhailo Podolyak stated that starting a genocidal war against Ukraine is madness. The goal of the bombings of cities is to exhaust air defense, forcing a choice between protecting civilians and military personnel.
In Novyi Rozdil, a group of men attacked a TCC serviceman. The police have identified those involved, and they face up to 4 years of imprisonment.
The Federal Prosecutor's Office of Germany has charged three people suspected of spying for Russia. They were instructed to spy on a former Ukrainian soldier, possibly with the aim of killing him.
According to Russian media, the second round of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine may take place in Istanbul on June 2.
Putin's aide Medinsky assures that he called Umerov and proposed a meeting to discuss a ceasefire. He is waiting for confirmation from the Ukrainian side.
A contract has been signed with Diehl Defence for the production of IRIS-T systems and missiles for them. Germany will finance the purchase of Ukrainian long-range equipment and medical equipment.
Petr Pavel gathered Czech parties to guarantee the continuation of aid to Ukraine, including 1. 8 million shells. Despite the opposition's skepticism, the ammunition initiative will not be jeopardized.
Experts discuss the possible end of the "trade visa-free regime" with the EU, which may complicate Ukrainian exports. Negotiations are underway on a transition period and new measures.
The SES stated that the "two walls" rule does not guarantee safety during shelling. Ukrainians are recommended to update information about the nearest shelters and discuss an action plan with relatives.