Ukraine
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, arrived in Ankara to participate in the negotiations of the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He also congratulated everyone on Vyshyvanka Day.
Vladimir Putin sent a lower-level delegation to Turkey for negotiations with Ukraine, which reduces the prospects of a peaceful breakthrough. The US Secretary of State is expected to join the negotiations on Friday.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine provided clarification regarding IPSO, their distribution and methods of protection. Learn how to recognize enemy information attacks and protect yourself from manipulation.
Donald Trump has said he may attend talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey if appropriate. The meeting is scheduled for May 15 in Istanbul.
Zelenskyy will make a decision on negotiations with Russia in Istanbul after meeting with Erdogan. The Russian delegation has arrived in Istanbul for the planned negotiations.
The US Secretary of State stated that Trump wants an end to the war in Ukraine. He is ready to support any mechanism for establishing a lasting peace, as the conflict has no military solution.
GUR presented the Magura series of naval drones for the first time, which are capable of destroying enemy ships and aircraft. With the help of drones, 15 targets were destroyed, including 2 Mi-8 helicopters and 2 Su-30 aircraft.
Today, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The foreign ministers discussed efforts to achieve peace between Ukraine and Russia.
In the first three months of 2025, Ukraine recorded 9,574 traffic accidents, resulting in 1,252 deaths and 11,751 injuries. The highest number of accidents was recorded in March.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine met with colleagues from Germany, Poland and France to discuss peace efforts and coordinate further steps. The parties emphasized increasing pressure on Moscow.
Volodymyr and Olena Zelenska shared a photo in embroidered shirts on Vyshyvanka Day, emphasizing the importance of preserving Ukrainian traditions and passing them on to future generations.
NATO Secretary General declared "cautious optimism" regarding the progress of peace in Ukraine. According to him, Russia must take the necessary steps for a breakthrough.
According to the head of the CCD of the National Security and Defense Council, the Russians falsely claim that negotiations with Ukraine in Turkey started at 10 a. m. Kovalenko emphasized that this may be a manipulation, because the Russian Federation avoids dialogue.
The Russian delegation arrived in Istanbul to participate in negotiations with Ukraine. Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will begin on May 15 at around 10:00.
On the night of May 15, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 110 Shahed-type drones. Air defense forces shot down 62 UAVs. Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava, Kyiv, and Ivano-Frankivsk regions were under attack.
In the evening of May 14, the Russian army shelled the Mezhivska community with MLRS, damaging houses of culture, private houses, shops, and cars. The enemy also attacked the Nikopol region with UAVs and artillery.
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia begin today in Istanbul. According to Russian media reports, the start is scheduled for 10:00 Moscow time.
During May 14, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,220 Russian soldiers, and also destroyed 8 tanks and 1 helicopter. The total losses of the enemy reached 970,590 people.
In the Zaporizhzhia region, the occupiers carried out 500 strikes on 10 settlements, houses and cars were damaged. Explosions also occurred in Lutsk and Ivano-Frankivsk region.
On May 15, Ukraine is expected to experience rain due to a cyclone centered over Lithuania. Significant rain is expected in the Carpathians, with sleet in some places, with daytime temperatures of 14-19°.
No Russian ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is with "Caliber" missiles.
May 15 is the Day of Embroidery, International Family Day, and Tuberous Sclerosis Awareness Day. Also, Climate Protection Day, Nylon Stocking Day and the honoring of Pachomius the Great.
In the Pokrovsk direction, operators of the "Corsar" battalion destroyed a T-72 tank and two armored fighting vehicles of the occupiers with drones. Ukrainian soldiers continue to destroy enemy equipment.
According to analysts, Russian officials continue to demand Ukraine's complete capitulation, attempting to secure Russia's strategic goals by prolonging negotiations.
The British publication The Telegraph has outlined three possible scenarios for peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. The probability of each scenario is considered.
Ukrzaliznytsia offered passengers to wear a vyshyvanka on May 15, take a photo on a train or at a station and receive 1990 hugs. They can be exchanged for discounts from partners.
US Secretary of State Rubio has already arrived in Turkey ahead of negotiations. Russian dictator Putin will also not participate in the negotiations.
The Russian delegation will be headed by Putin's aide Vladimir Medinsky. The delegation also includes the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation.
The Polish Foreign Ministry stated that due to the war in Ukraine, it is impossible to organize voting for Poles in the Polish presidential election. Polish citizens wishing to vote must return to the country.
The composition of the Russian delegation for negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul will become known in the morning. Zelensky will visit Turkey on May 15 and meet with Erdogan.