Shmyhal meets with Finnish PM in Kyiv
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held a meeting with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Kyiv.
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Zelensky meets with Steinmeier
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier to discuss cooperation at the state and regional levels, as well as further support for Ukrainians.
Russia proposes second round of talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on June 2 – Lavrov
Moscow has proposed holding a second round of negotiations between Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Istanbul on June 2.
Ukrainian Ambassador presents credentials to King of Netherlands
Ambassador of Ukraine to the Netherlands Andriy Kostin presented his credentials to King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands.
Chancellor Merz: Russia’s bombings ‘slap everyone seeking peace’
Large-scale Russian air attacks on Ukrainian cities over the weekend are a “slap in the face” to everyone working toward a ceasefire, including Ukraine, Europe, and the U.S.
Hungary’s political demands to Ukraine unfair – Estonian diplomat
Hungary’s political demands toward Ukraine are unjustified and unfair, and overcoming them requires sustained pressure on the Hungarian leadership.
No diplomacy while Putin eyes offensives – Zelensky warns
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that as long as Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin clings to hopes of launching new offensives, Russia will avoid genuine diplomacy.
Kremlin comments on Zelensky's statement about readiness to meet with Trump and Putin
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov commented on the statement by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding his readiness for a trilateral meeting, saying that such a meeting is possible, but it must be the result of specific agreements.
Zelensky and Merz begin talks in Berlin
Meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has begun following an official welcome ceremony in Berlin.
Zelensky names three most realistic venues for talks with Russia
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has named Türkiye, the Vatican, and Switzerland as the most realistic venues for the next round of negotiations with Russia, rejecting Belarus as a location—an option that Russia is trying to offer.
Zelensky arrives in Berlin
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Berlin.
Kyslytsya discusses future prospects of peace process with Turkish ambassador
First Deputy Foreign Minister Sergiy Kyslytsya met with Turkish Ambassador to Ukraine Mustafa Levent Bilgen to discuss the future prospects of the peace process.
Zelensky will take part in G7 summit
President Volodymyr Zelensky confirms he has an invitation to the G7 summit
Kellogg comments on Medvedev’s threat: “Reckless comment unfitting of world power”
Any suggestions by Russia about the potential outbreak of the Third World War are completely reckless and inappropriate.
27 May 2025
Austria’s neutrality making it more vulnerable to Russian disinformation – expert
Austria's political discourse around neutrality increases the country’s vulnerability to Russian disinformation.
Trump says Putin playing with fire
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Russian leader Vladimir Putin is "playing with fire" and that, if not for him, many truly terrible things would have already happened to Russia.
Lithuania protests to Russia over attacks on Ukrainian civilians
The Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has handed a note of protest to a representative of the Russian embassy in response to attacks on Ukrainian civilians.
Ukraine-Russia talks may take place in Geneva – Kellogg
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia could take place in Geneva, according to Keith Kellogg, the U.S. President’s Special Envoy for Ukraine.
Zelensky denies reports of “collapse of cooperation” between US and EU on sanctions against Russia
The Presidential Commissioner for Sanctions Policy Vladyslav Vlasyuk has denied information in some German media about the alleged termination of cooperation between the United States and the European Union in countering the circumvention of sanctions against Russia.
Denmark is prepared to apply pressure on Hungary to advance Ukraine's EU accession negotiations
The European Union is interested in advancing negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU, which are currently blocked by only one country, Hungary. In this context, Denmark is ready to put pressure on Hungary to unblock the negotiation process.
Trump may impose sanctions on Russia this week – WSJ
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering imposing sanctions on Russia this week due to his frustration with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin's continued attacks on Ukraine and the slow pace of peace negotiations.
Russia escalating efforts to discredit diplomatic way to end the war – CCD
In the coming weeks, Russian propaganda is likely to intensify attempts to discredit diplomatic way to end the war while ramping up its anti-mobilization campaign.
French ex-intel official: foreign spies may be behind power grid sabotage
The ‘anarchists’ who claimed responsibility for sabotaging energy infrastructure in southern France may in fact be linked to foreign intelligence services. These incidents can be seen as part of a hybrid warfare strategy.
26 May 2025
Ukraine supports Guyana's territorial integrity – MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has reaffirmed the country's support for the territorial integrity of Guyana, amid territorial claims by neighboring Venezuela.
Kubilius: US must understand that 'peace through strength' requires stronger Ukraine
The U.S. administration must understand that the formula of "peace through strength," supported by both Americans and Europeans, means strengthening Ukraine and remains the most effective way to stop the war.
Sybiha on transfer of F-16s from Netherlands: A crucial step in strengthening Ukraine's air defense
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha expressed gratitude to the Netherlands for its unwavering support of Ukraine following the transfer of the final batch of F-16 fighter jets.
Zelensky: Only strong US and EU sanctions can make Russia cease fire
The only guaranteed way to compel Russia to cease fire and move toward peace is through new and powerful sanctions from the United States, Europe, and other countries committed to peace.
Mark Rutte condemns Russia’s attacks on peaceful Ukrainian cities
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has strongly condemned Russia’s indiscriminate attacks against Ukraine’s civilian population carried out over the past 48 hours. He also expressed support for President Trump’s urgent efforts to stop the fighting and reiterated the Alliance’s commitment to standing with Ukraine throughout the challenges ahead.
Nordic leaders hold informal meeting, discuss Ukraine
An informal meeting of the prime ministers of the Nordic countries took place in Finland on Monday, during which European leaders discussed, among other things, the situation in Ukraine.