Ukraine
The Weimar+ group of countries called on Russia for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. They promise support for Kyiv, strengthening the army and security guarantees.
Russia is actively militarizing the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, replacing local authorities with veterans of the "special military operation. " The Kremlin is strengthening control by implementing programs to integrate veterans into the occupation administrations.
Legendary hockey player Dominik Hašek harshly condemned Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico for his visit to the parade in Moscow on May 9. He called it support for the biggest criminal of the XXI century.
The defense ministers of Italy, Germany, France, Poland, and Great Britain will meet to discuss support for Ukraine. After the meeting, a joint press conference will be held.
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker has proposed moving peace talks on the war in Ukraine to Vienna. Kyiv is still hesitant due to Austria's neutrality.
North Macedonia has joined the initiative to create a special tribunal in The Hague to punish the Russian leadership for war crimes in Ukraine. The country called for a ceasefire.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky removed Ivan Gavrilyuk from the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. Previously, Gavrilyuk was Deputy Minister of Defense for Military-Technical Policy.
Andriy Sybiha welcomes the ICAO decision, which confirms Russia's responsibility for the downing of flight MH17. This is an important step towards restoring justice and a signal that crimes cannot be hidden.
The President of the European Council, António Costa, announced the relaunch of the EU enlargement process in the Western Balkans. He confirmed the requirement for candidate countries to implement reforms to meet EU standards.
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the newly elected Pope Leo XIV. They discussed the return of prisoners and children, and also agreed to meet in Ukraine.
Since the beginning of the day, 133 combat clashes have taken place at the front. The most attacks were in the Pokrovsk direction, where Ukrainian defenders stopped 50 enemy assault operations.
In the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv, a group of 17-year-old teenagers beat 14-year-olds near a coffee shop. The police have opened a criminal investigation under the article of hooliganism and are establishing the circumstances of the incident.
The meeting discussed the missile program, production and use of drones. They also paid attention to the protection of Ukrainian infrastructure.
Trump called for peace, disrupting the EU's plans for sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy accepted Putin's invitation to negotiations in Istanbul, fearing to offend Trump.
Orlin Russev was found guilty of spying for the Russian Federation and sentenced to 10 years and 8 months. The network's activities posed a serious threat to Britain's national security.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomed the agreement between India and Pakistan on a ceasefire, reached with the active participation of the United States. It is hoped that this will be a step towards stability in South Asia.
Ukraine plans to approve technical requirements for the purchase of tourniquets for the front by the end of June. Currently, the front is forced to rely on volunteers due to the lack of requirements.
The Verkhovna Rada Budget Committee plans to consider a bill on amendments to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement with the United States. This is necessary for the reconstruction investment fund.
The State Inspection stated that Ukraine is unable to conduct investigations at the Zaporizhzhia NPP due to limited IAEA reports. The safety reassessment of power unit No. 3 has also been disrupted.
ATESH agents report heavy losses of the occupiers in the 24th motorized rifle regiment. The command ignores the situation at the front, which leads to casualties and missing persons.
The President of Ukraine supports the idea of a meeting with the participation of Trump and Putin in Turkey to discuss a ceasefire. Zelenskyy confirmed Ukraine's readiness to ensure silence on its part.
Donald Trump said that Russia would agree to a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine. He is also considering a trip to Istanbul to meet with Zelensky and Putin.
Ukrainians are actively joining the Drone Line: more than 2,200 applications have been submitted through Diia.
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The Andriy Matyukha Foundation implements projects for education, sports and digital inclusion of youth. Libraries in 15 regions of Ukraine have been provided with computers.
Donald Trump has announced the possibility of visiting Istanbul, where a meeting between Zelensky and Putin may take place. He called the negotiations important and expects positive results to end the bloodshed.
Donald Trump said he expects "good things" after the Ukrainian-Russian meeting. He stressed that he strongly insisted on its holding to stop the bloodshed.
In Dnipro, the police are investigating the fact that teenagers filmed a drowning man in a quarry. The issue of opening a criminal proceeding for failure to assist a person in danger is being resolved.
Ukraine has announced free diagnosis and treatment of melanoma. The medical guarantee program covers rehabilitation and palliative care services.
The Ministry of Defense received confirmation from ESDC about the inclusion of 9 Ukrainian universities in the educational network. This will contribute to the integration of Euro-Atlantic standards into military education.