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The department dealing with issues of Russia, Ukraine and Eurasia will be transferred to the department of Europe and NATO. The change may indicate a decrease in the priority of Ukraine for the Pentagon.
A watch officer from Ukraine fell asleep while on duty, causing the ship to run aground in Norway. He has been charged with negligent navigation.
When traveling in Europe, take care of your health insurance. Gather a first-aid kit with medicines and buy labeled products.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the night attack by the Russian Federation shows that the reason for the protraction of the war is in Moscow. Ukraine expects increased sanctions from the United States, Europe, and partners.
At night, Russia launched 14 ballistic missiles and 250 drones at Ukraine. Air defense shot down 6 missiles and neutralized 245 drones in various regions of the country, including Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
During May 23, 202 combat clashes were recorded on the front line, the Russian army is attacking Ukrainian positions in 10 directions. The Defense Forces are inflicting significant losses on the occupiers.
Ukrainian defenders destroyed 1130 Russians, 11 tanks, 47 armored combat vehicles, 36 artillery systems, 5 MLRS and 2 air defense systems over the past day. The total losses of the enemy reached 979,830 people.
On the afternoon of May 24, moderate short-term rains with thunderstorms will occur in Ukraine, except for the southeast. Significant rains, hail and squalls in most northern, central and Odesa regions in places.
An international special operation has exposed a Russian network of hackers who infected more than 300,000 devices in various countries. Among the suspects are Russians and a Ukrainian, the investigation is ongoing.
Andriy Sybiha opened the premiere of a film about a US tour that combined 69 cities and 260 performances. This is an expression of gratitude for the assistance to Ukraine and cultural diplomacy.
The European Union plans to impose sanctions against the "Nord Stream-2" gas pipeline to prevent the return of Russian gas. Germany supports this step to completely abandon gas imports from Russia by 2027.
As part of the prisoner exchange, Ukraine handed over a group of collaborators to Russia, including Medvedchuk's ally, a former Cabinet official, and a former SBU employee. In exchange, dozens of Ukrainian hostages returned home.
During the day, 150 combat clashes took place at the front. The enemy launched 50 air strikes, dropped 80 KABs, used 1291 kamikaze drones and carried out 4204 shellings.
Serhiy Yanyuk is on hunger strike, demanding a meeting with the President regarding the construction of the National Military Memorial Cemetery. He insists on an independent examination of the land.
Eight citizens of Afghanistan tried to illegally cross the border from Belarus to Ukraine. Border guards detained them in Rivne region, one of the migrants tried to escape.
The Mejlis stated that the participation of representatives of the occupying authorities of Crimea in events in Uzbekistan will be regarded as recognition of the annexation. The Mejlis called on the Uzbek authorities not to allow their presence.
Rustem Umerov reported that the lists for the exchange with Russia include soldiers from all components of the Defense Forces, including "Azov," as well as civilians. Ukraine has started the first step of the exchange.
The Minister of Defense reported that the exchange lists with Russia include "Azov" fighters and civilians. Ukraine has started the first stage of prisoner exchange.
"ATESH" agents published a photo of the headquarters of the Southern Military District of the Russian Armed Forces in Rostov-on-Don. They studied patrol schedules, transportation routes, and security habits.
Ukraine confirms its interest in holding negotiations with Russia on a ceasefire in the Vatican. Kyiv is grateful to the Pope for offering to be a platform for the meeting.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine announced that procedures are ongoing on the Spanish side in the case of the murder of Andriy Portnov. In Ukraine, all bodies are ready to respond.
Deputy Head of the Office of the President Andriy Sybiha stated that Ukraine would like US President Donald Trump to join the meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin. Ukraine is also waiting for the Russian Federation's proposals for a ceasefire.
The President of Ukraine has instructed to provide additional funding for the production of artillery shells and drones. Two-thirds of the funds for shells have already been secured.
russia is ready to hand over to Ukraine a draft settlement document as soon as the exchange of prisoners is completed. russia is completing the preparation of a list for exchange according to the formula "one thousand for one thousand".
The President of Ukraine announced the preparation of new sanctions packages against Russia. He expressed gratitude to everyone who supports the strengthening of sanctions pressure on the aggressor.
Rustem Umerov announced that Ukraine has started the first stage of the exchange of prisoners with Russia. Exchanges will continue over the next two days to release even more Ukrainians.
On May 23, 70 collaborators left Ukraine for Russia. At the same time, dozens of Ukrainian civilian hostages returned home from Russian captivity.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has been unable to formulate its memorandum on a ceasefire for a week. The President emphasized that every day of war means losses.
Inhulets left the UPL following Chornomorets, and Vorskla and Left Bank will play in the play-offs. Obolon defeated Left Bank and remained in the UPL.
As part of the "1000 for 1000" exchange, Ukrainian soldiers returned home. Ombudsman Lubinets shared a video of the emotional conversations of the defenders with their relatives.