Ukraine
In the first three months of 2025, 472 cases of measles were recorded in Ukraine, which is significantly higher than last year. The most cases are in Zakarpattia, Chernivtsi and Odesa regions, where deaths have been recorded.
The purpose of the deportation of Ukrainian children by Russia is to train soldiers. They are forced to join "military-youth organizations" in the TOT, which is a war crime.
The acting head of the State Property Fund admitted that a significant part of the land transferred to the Fund is not being used. Despite this, the State Property Fund wants to receive another 135.2 thousand hectares of NAAS land.
The German Chancellor stated that new sanctions against Russia are being prepared in the energy and banking sectors. The possibility of confiscating frozen Russian assets is also being considered.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has expressed support for peace efforts and hopes for results from intensive discussions between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul. US and Russian delegations have arrived in Istanbul.
The European Union is considering restoring quotas on imports of Ukrainian wheat, corn, barley, poultry and eggs from June to December. The restrictions were lifted in 2022 to support Ukraine.
The Turkish Foreign Minister stated that a technical delegation from Russia and an American delegation have arrived in Istanbul. This comes amid Turkey's efforts to organize negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
Counterintelligence measures involving the National Police, National Guard, and Military Law Enforcement Service will take place in Lviv from May 15 to 18. Possible traffic restrictions and document checks.
The head of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, said that Moscow seeks to establish long-term peace at the first direct negotiations with Ukraine in three years. Negotiators from the United States will join the meeting.
The US Embassy in Moldova promises a reward for information on five Russian intelligence officers involved in attacks on Ukrainian and Western infrastructure. It concerns unit 29155 of the GRU.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, under occupation since 2022, has been powered by a single power line for over a week. The backup line was disconnected on May 7, and repairs are impossible due to ongoing hostilities.
The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhii Tykhyi, responded to Zakharova's personal attacks against Zelenskyy, stating that the role of the Russian department is only to bark from Moscow.
The Rada adopted in the first reading the draft law on changes in monthly payments to families of fallen Heroes. Compensation will be distributed equally among family members.
The Register of Losses has started accepting applications under category A3. 2 regarding damage to non-residential property. Ukrainians will be able to receive compensation for damages caused by Russia.
The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has been given lists of Ukrainian defenders who are in Russian captivity. The pontiff emphasized that his heart is with Ukraine.
The Russians are imitating negotiations, accumulating forces for a new operation. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding back the enemy in the east and Kursk region, but the Russian Federation seeks to seize more territory.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Turkey for talks. He said his presence there is a clear signal to the Russian dictator.
President Trump said his priority is to end wars, but he will not hesitate to use American power if necessary. The US also offered assistance in negotiations between India and Pakistan.
The Rada adopted bill №13055, which abolishes visa requirements for foreign volunteers. This will simplify obtaining a residence permit for those who arrived after February 24, 2022.
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul are not being postponed, the Russian technical delegation has already arrived. Erdogan will discuss a ceasefire with Zelensky.
Hungarian media reported that air defense systems shot down drones, but the Ministry of Defense denied information about a Ukrainian drone. Ukraine has not yet commented on the incident.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on limiting pensions for those convicted of treason. While serving their sentence, they will receive only UAH 2,361, after that - according to the law.
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law introducing the "Bolar rule", which will allow the production of generic drugs before the expiration of the patent of original drugs. This will increase competition and lower prices.
Jean-Noël Barrot called for an immediate ceasefire between Ukraine and the Russian Federation at negotiations in Istanbul. He emphasized that future negotiations should avoid the three pitfalls that led to the failure of previous discussions.
The Kremlin stated that Putin does not plan to participate in negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, which are to take place in Istanbul.
Ukrainian defenders destroyed a rare Russian ZALA Z-20 drone equipped with artificial intelligence in the Lyman direction of the Donetsk region. The drone costs $200,000.
Andriy Sybiha stated that the composition of the Russian delegation for negotiations in Turkey demonstrates a lack of seriousness of intentions regarding peace. During the meeting with the US Secretary of State, peace efforts were discussed.
Russian media report that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul have been postponed to May 15. According to Maria Zakharova, the Turkish side initiated the postponement.
David Lammy also said that readiness for this peace is demonstrated by the presence of President Zelenskyy in Turkey.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that today's negotiations between Ukraine and Russia could be a new impetus for peace. He expressed hope that the negotiations will open a new chapter.