Zelensky thanks Hungarian PM Magyar for condemning Russian attack
Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar for condemning Russia’s latest attack on Ukraine.
Politics
13 May 2026
Zelensky proposes cooperation in Drone Deal format to Romania
Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed that Romania cooperate with Ukraine under a special Drone Deal format.
U.S. House gathers votes to force consideration of USD1.3B aid package for Ukraine – NYT
The United States House of Representatives has gathered enough signatures to force a vote on a bill providing military aid to Ukraine.
Hungary condemns drone attack on Zakarpattia, summons Russian ambassador
Hungary's new government has condemned the Russian drone attack on Ukraine's western Zakarpattia region on Wednesday, May 13, and announced that the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Russian ambassador in Budapest.
Ukraine, Lithuania sign drone deal to strengthen defense cooperation
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Lithuania Gitanas Nauseda have signed an agreement on cooperation in defense expertise and the defense industry under the Drone Deal format.
Ukraine, Finland working on drone deal – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with his Finnish counterpart Alexander Stubb, during which they discussed diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
Fedorov, Pistorius visit Ukraine's frontline regions
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius visited Ukraine's frontline regions.
Ukraine has become security guarantor that prevented Russian advance into Europe – expert
Geopolitical analyst Jonathan Fink believes that a potential Russian invasion of the Baltic states would be ineffective and describes Ukraine as one of Europe's security guarantors that has already prevented Russian forces from advancing deeper into the continent.
EU officially signals intent to join Special Tribunal agreement – Sybiha
The European Union has officially informed the Council of Europe of its intention to join the agreement on the creation of the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.
Zelensky proposes bilateral drone deals with European countries
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed that European countries conclude bilateral drone deals with Ukraine, stating that this would significantly strengthen the security of the continent.
Zelensky and First Lady arrive in Romania
President Volodymyr Zelensky and his wife have arrived in Romania for a visit, during which he will take part in the Bucharest Nine Summit.
Sikorski says only recognition of failed war aims will force Putin to negotiate
Russia no longer has the capacity for large-scale escalation and lacks the resources for confrontation with NATO, but only the recognition by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin that his war objectives against Ukraine have failed will push him toward real negotiations.
Canada signs Convention establishing International Claims Commission for Ukraine
Canada has become the first country outside Europe to sign the Convention establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine.
Kremlin intensifying work with Russians abroad to conduct hybrid operations – CCD
Russia’s Foreign Ministry has announced plans to intensify its work with “compatriots” living abroad amid what it describes as a hybrid confrontation with the West.
12 May 2026
No delays in delivery of American weapons under PURL program – FM Sybiha
Speaking at the "Strategic Ark" conference organized by the Polish Institute of International Affairs in Warsaw, he said that arms supplies continue without interruption.
Ukraine's PM, Spain's parliamentary speaker discuss energy, Special Tribunal for Russia
Kyiv expects the Spanish parliament to ratify agreements on the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine and the International Claims Commission for Ukraine.
Ukraine's president, Spain's parliamentary speaker discuss defense cooperation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Speaker of Spain's Congress of Deputies Francina Armengol have discussed defense cooperation, including air defense and the development of the PURL and SAFE programs.
SAPO: Yermak holds four diplomatic passports, border crossing data deleted from system
Andriy Yermak, former head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, has four diplomatic passports, and information about his state border crossings since November 20, 2025 has been deleted from the Arkan system.
Ukraine, partners launch initiative to form anti-ballistic coalition – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine, together with European partners, is advancing the creation of an anti-ballistic coalition and the production of anti-ballistic systems in Europe. Representatives of 13 countries and the office of the NATO Secretary General took part in the relevant meeting at the level of national security advisors.
Montenegro, Romania, San Marino to join agreement on Special Tribunal for Crime of Aggression against Ukraine
Montenegro, Romania, and San Marino have informed the Council of Europe of their intention to join the agreement establishing a Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.
Court hearing on preventive measure for Yermak postponed as defense requests time to review case materials
The hearing on the selection of a preventive measure for former Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak has been postponed after the defense said it had not had sufficient time to review the case materials.
Yermak ahead of court hearing: “I hope for fair and independent decision”
Former Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak said he expects a “fair, impartial, and independent” court decision ahead of his hearing.
SAPO seeking pre-trial detention for Yermak with UAH180M bail
Ukraine’s Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) will ask the court to place former head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak in pre-trial detention with the possibility of release on bail set at UAH 180 million.
President not involved in investigation, SAPO chief says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was not and is not currently involved in the investigation into the alleged laundering of UAH 460 million linked to the construction of luxury cottages near Kyiv.
Kremlin comments on Putin’s remarks about “conflict nearing its end”
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, commenting on remarks made Saturday by Russian President Vladimir Putin that the war in Ukraine is allegedly nearing its end, said there is currently no concrete detail on the matter.
Cyprus to join agreement on Special Tribunal
Cyprus has informed the Council of Europe of its intention to join the agreement on establishing a Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine.
Zelensky, Fedorov meet CEO of American company Palantir to discuss defense cooperation
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed areas of technological development in the context of military operations and civilian needs with Palantir Technologies CEO Alex Karp.
Estonia appoints Tiina Intelmann as new ambassador to Ukraine
Estonian President Alar Karis has appointed Tiina Intelmann as the new ambassador to Ukraine.
Von der Leyen: Return of Ukrainian children must be part of peace deal
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed that the return of Ukrainian children must become part of any future peace agreement.