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24 May 2025
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has called on the United States, Europe, and the international community to deliver a firm and decisive response to Russia’s continued shelling of Ukrainian cities.
Over the past two days, 697 Ukrainians have been freed from Russian captivity as part of the "1,000-for-1,000" exchange, with cooperation with partners ongoing.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal emphasized that the international community must act decisively by increasing aid to Ukraine, stepping up sanctions pressure, and isolating Russia at all levels.
U.S. Presidential Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg has responded to the recent prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia that took place on Friday.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has responded to the Russian military's attack on Kyiv and other regions of Ukraine, emphasizing the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia.
Beijing has assigned Russia the role of thorn in the flesh and troublemaker for Washington
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Presidential Office of Ukraine, held a phone call with national security advisers from key European nations.
23 May 2025
Russia will be ready to hand over to Ukraine its list of conditions for achieving a ceasefire immediately after the completion of the 1000-for-1000 prisoner exchange, which began on Friday.
Ukraine admits that the upcoming meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin may be in an expanded format, and would very much like US President Donald Trump to join it.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that Moscow is against organizing Russia–Ukraine peace negotiations in the Vatican, calling the idea "not elegant." He also dismissed the notion that Russia would ever "allow" Ukraine to live under its own laws as an illusion.
Russia and any other country supporting its military aggression will not be allowed to financially benefit from the large-scale reconstruction of Ukraine.
22 May 2025
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called for increased pressure on Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin in response to his recent statements about creating a “security buffer zone” along the Russian-Ukrainian border.
On Thursday, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha had a telephone conversation with his newly appointed Canadian counterpart Anita Anand, during which the parties discussed the need for additional pressure and sanctions against Russia.
During a conversation with Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob, President Volodymyr Zelensky invited him to participate in the Ukraine-Southeast Europe summit.
Switzerland has confirmed its readiness to host future meetings aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution to the war.
The Ukrainian Embassy in Spain is maintaining ongoing contact with Spanish law enforcement authorities investigating the murder of Andriy Portnov, former first deputy head of Ukraine's Presidential Administration, in Madrid and is keeping the case under close control.
Vladimir Putin will not engage in meaningful peace negotiations unless he faces significant pressure, particularly through strengthened sanctions, according to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone conversation with his Moldovan counterpart Maia Sandu and stated that Moldova had confirmed its participation in the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit.
During a conversation with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the need to maintain pressure on Russia and continue supporting Ukraine.
Russia will not end its war against Ukraine on its own and will continue its aggression until it is stopped from the outside.
Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, held an online meeting with diplomatic advisors to the leaders of Northern European and Baltic states, Ukrinform reports, citing the Office of the President.
Ukraine is preparing to submit proposals on a new package of sanctions against Russia to the European Union next week.
U.S. government officials are opposed to including the term "further support" for Ukraine in a statement currently being prepared following a meeting of G7 finance ministers.
21 May 2025
Citizens of Georgia who hold diplomatic and service passports and enter Lithuania through the EU's external border will need a visa.
Deputy Head of the Office of the President Iryna Mudra discussed with representatives of the International Monetary Fund mission the issues of judicial reform important for the 8th review of the program under the Extended Fund Facility for Ukraine (EFF).
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has commented on Kremlin dictator Vladimir Putin's effective rejection of a ceasefire in Ukraine following his May 19 phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump.
The war against Ukraine was started and can be ended by Putin personally, which means the key to peace lies in the unity of the Western world in applying pressure on the Russian dictator, not in endless expert-level negotiations.
Technical-level negotiations on a potential ceasefire in Ukraine could be held at the Vatican next week, according to Finnish President Alexander Stubb.