Photo exhibition in Vinnytsia honors mothers of fallen defenders
A photo exhibition dedicated to the mothers of fallen Ukrainian defenders has opened in Vinnytsia.
Society and Culture
11 May 2025
Netherlands to help Ukraine enhance cyber protection
The State Service for Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine and the Ministry of Justice and Security of the Netherlands have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance critical infrastructure protection.
Zelensky thanks all Ukrainian mothers
On Mother's Day, President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to all Ukrainian mothers for giving the most precious gift—life.
Charity bike ride in support of AFU was held in Frankivsk
A charity bicycle ride in support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was held in Ivano-Frankivsk to mark the City Day.
Three more children returned from occupied part of Kherson region
Three boys, aged 12 to 16, have been safely returned from the temporarily occupied territory of the Kherson region.
Around 20 performers leave Ukraine’s National Philharmonic since war starts
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, approximately 20 performers have left the National Philharmonic of Ukraine.
Government endorses agreement with Türkiye on education cooperation
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved an agreement with the Turkish government on cooperation in the field of education, officially signed on February 18, 2025, in Ankara.
Norway allocates almost EUR 50M to UN agency to help Ukrainian refugees
Norway is providing NOK 580 million (more than EUR 49 million) to the efforts of the UN Refugee Agency (UNCHR) to assist refugees, internally displaced people and other people in Ukraine and Moldova who are affected by the war.
10 May 2025
Polish police investigating death of Ukrainian man in Kraków hotel – media
The bodies of two men were found in a hotel in Kraków, according to police, one of them was a citizen of Ukraine, while the identity of the second is still being established.
Zelensky, Macron, Starmer honor fallen Ukrainian warriors at Wall of Remembrance
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, President of France Emmanuel Macron, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer laid flowers at the Wall of Remembrance for the Fallen Defenders of Ukraine on Mykhailivska Square in Kyiv.
Symon Petliura Journalism Award names Ukrinform head among 2025 laureates
The Council of Founders of the Symon Petliura Journalism and Statehood Award has announced the laureates for 2025.
UGCC head hopes new Pope will be messenger of peace for Ukraine
The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC), Sviatoslav Shevchuk, congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election and expressed hope that he will become a messenger of peace for Ukraine.
09 May 2025
French schools to offer Ukrainian as second foreign language
Beginning next year, France's Ministry of National Education and Youth will launch a pilot program introducing Ukrainian as a second foreign language in the country's colleges and lyceums.
Shmyhal, European leaders visit Superhumans rehabilitation center
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, together with international partners, visited the nationwide Superhumans Center, which provides rehabilitation for both military personnel and civilians affected by the war.
UK to allocate nearly GBP 25M for humanitarian projects in Ukraine
The UK government is allocating nearly GBP 25 million to support local Ukrainian organizations in protecting the most vulnerable citizens affected by Russian aggression.
On Europe Day, Zelensky reminds Ukrainians of shared values: Freedom, equality, respect for life
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Ukrainians on Europe Day, highlighting the core values shared by all Europeans.
PM Shmyhal, EU officials honor fallen Ukrainian defenders in Lviv
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, together with senior EU officials and diplomats, paid tribute to the defenders who died in the Russo-Ukrainian war during a ceremony at the Mars Field in Lviv.
Next phase of joint search and exhumation efforts to take place in Poland – Ambassador Bodnar
Following the completion of exhumation work in Puzhnyky, Ternopil region, including DNA analysis and the reburial of the remains in a cemetery, the next phase of joint Ukrainian-Polish efforts is expected to take place at a location in Poland.
08 May 2025
Flame of Glory lit in Kyiv to mark Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism
In Kyiv, the Flame of Glory was lit to mark the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II, and the exhibition ‘Our Victory’ was opened.
Ukraine looks to Vatican for continued support as President Zelensky congratulates new Pope Leo XIV
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election to the Holy See and the beginning of his pontificate.
President Zelensky lays flowers at Tomb of Unknown Soldier in Kyiv
On May 8, the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II (1939–1945), President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska honored the memory of the fallen by laying flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Kyiv.
On May 8, Ukrinform opens exhibit of archival photographs of post-war Kyiv
To mark the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, Ukrinform is hosting an exhibition of archival photographs “Kyiv during World War II: Destruction and Reconstruction”.
Zelensky: As Ukraine keeps fighting for its life, Moscow hosts “parade of bile and lies”
President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed the nation on the occasion of the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism. Streaming from Kyiv’s main street, Khreshchatyk, the president stressed the difference between celebrating this day in Kyiv and Moscow.
47% of Ukrainians have positive expectations from US fossil fuel agreement
47% of Ukrainians have positive expectations from the signing of the minerals agreement between Ukraine and the United States.
Chief Rabbi of Ukraine discusses U.S. assistance with Witkoff, other officials
Chief Rabbi of Ukraine Moshe Reuven Azman is on a visit to Washington, D.C., where he is holding meetings with influential U.S. officials to advocate for continued support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
07 May 2025
About 2,000 civilians remain in Pokrovsk
About two thousand civilians remain in the city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region, and several utilities and shops are operating there.
Over 4,757 Ukrainians already released from Russian captivity
A total of 4,757 Ukrainians have been returned from Russian captivity since the start of the full-scale war.
Concert of Ukrainian music took place in Japan
The Tokyo Fuji Art Museum successfully hosted a concert of Ukrainian music for more than 300 listeners, including folk songs in choral performance, works by Mykola Lysenko, Mykola Kropyvnytskyi, Mykola Skoryk, R. Hlier and other composers.
06 May 2025
Cardinals of Roman Catholic Church call for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine
On the eve of the Conclave, which will start on May 7, the cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church called for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and other countries.