Ukraine
The government allocates funds for the reconstruction of three residential buildings and a hospital in the Zaporizhzhia region. UAH 598 million was also allocated for reconstruction in the Kharkiv region.
In April, about 1,200 mobilized sole proprietors received tax benefits by submitting relevant applications. The State Tax Service proposes to increase the deadline for submitting an application for benefits after demobilization to 180 days.
Pope Leo XIV has offered the Vatican as a neutral platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Cardinal Pietro Parolin called the results of the Turkish meetings tragic.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is currently in the negotiating room between Ukraine and Russia.
Donald Trump stated that Iran and the United States are getting closer to a nuclear agreement. He urged Tehran to act quickly, warning of possible negative consequences in case of delays.
Andriy Sybiga stated that Ukraine is ready to work for peace, and Russia must prove the seriousness of its intentions. Yermak emphasized a complete ceasefire.
Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg met in Istanbul with representatives of Ukraine, Great Britain, France and Greece to discuss peace. A possible meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin was also discussed at the meeting.
Peskov said that Putin receives information about the negotiations online, and the Russian delegation has all the necessary instructions. He also did not rule out a telephone conversation with Putin.
The parties emphasized the need for a lasting peace for Ukraine and an unconditional ceasefire. Russia ignored the negotiations and refused to stop the aggression.
Former Deputy Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate Illya Pavlenko spoke about innovations and modernization of intelligence. Budanov's team works around the clock, and the capabilities of Ukrainian intelligence are unique.
Donald Trump announced the possibility of a phone call with Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. He also mentioned plans to meet with him in the near future.
The operational-tactical group "Siversk" reported that the situation on the Belarusian border is stable, with no shelling or troop build-up. On the Russian border, the enemy presence is constant, but internal logistics are developed.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated the importance of a ceasefire in Ukraine. He emphasized the readiness of the parties for direct negotiations in Istanbul.
A trilateral meeting between Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine has begun in Istanbul, chaired by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The meeting is taking place at the Dolmabahçe presidential office.
Andriy Yermak emphasized that Russia's attempts to associate the negotiations with 2022 are meaningless. The Ukrainian delegation at the negotiations in Istanbul will demand a ceasefire.
Marco Rubio is holding a meeting with representatives from Britain, Germany, and France to discuss the Russian-Ukrainian war and the situation with Iran. The negotiations are taking place in Istanbul.
Price growth in Russia slowed down for the first time in six months, and annual inflation in April was 10. 3%. The economy is losing momentum, which may lead to a rate cut.
A round of negotiations between the delegations of Ukraine and Russia has begun in Istanbul. Information about the start of the meeting has already appeared in the media.
Negotiations are expected in Istanbul between delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey, with the participation of the head of Turkish intelligence.
The government is working on amendments to legislation to regulate the issue of utility bills in front-line territories. People are charged for services they did not consume.
A meeting of delegations from Turkey, the United States, and Ukraine took place in Istanbul. Ukraine accused Russia of disrupting negotiations, demanding them without the US and Turkey.
A Ukrainian diplomatic source reported that Russia is demanding bilateral negotiations in Istanbul, which Ukraine believes undermines peace efforts. This raises doubts about Putin's intentions.
Dmitry Peskov stated that contacts between Putin and Trump are extremely important for the settlement in Ukraine. The meeting should be prepared and productive in order to discuss bilateral relations.
Anatoliy Tymoshchuk, former captain of the Ukrainian national team, has been notified of suspicion of financing the Russian army. He supported fundraising for a Russian battalion fighting in Ukraine.
The bodies of 909 fallen soldiers have been returned to Ukraine. Repatriation measures have been successfully completed.
The Ukrainian side has declared its readiness for an unconditional ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level to achieve lasting peace. Peace is possible under the condition of concrete actions by the Russian Federation.
The British Prime Minister stated that Putin's behavior indicates his disinterest in peace. Allies will continue to work on a ceasefire and new sanctions against Russia.
The Ukrainian delegation at the negotiations with Russia will insist on a complete and unconditional ceasefire. Before the meeting, the Ukrainian delegation coordinated positions with national security advisors from France, Germany, Britain and the United States.
Contrast weather is expected in Ukraine this weekend: up to +22 in the east, up to +14 in the west. May 17 - rain, May 18 - no precipitation in the south, the temperature will rise.
The Russian delegation has arrived in Istanbul for negotiations with Ukraine. The meeting will begin with a delay, as the start of negotiations was scheduled for 12:30.