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Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,040 over past day

The total combat losses of Russian forces in the war against Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to May 19, 2025, amount to approximately 974,770 personnel, including 1,040 in the past 24 hours.

Von der Leyen: this week to be crucial for ending Russia’s war in Ukraine

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen believes that this week will be decisive in creating the conditions to end Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Von der Leyen: this week to be crucial for ending Russia’s war in Ukraine

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen believes that this week will be decisive in creating the conditions to end Russia’s war against Ukraine.

No enemy warships in Ukrainian seas

A single Russian Kalibr missile carrier remains in the Mediterranean Sea, while no Russian warships are present in the Black Sea or the Sea of Azov.

Russian military commit over 150,000 crimes in Ukraine since full-scale war starts

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russian military personnel have committed over 150,000 crimes on Ukrainian territory.

Kremlin deliberately delaying talks, preparing for prolonged war – ISW

Russia's continued delays in negotiations highlight its unwillingness to engage in good-faith discussions regarding a ceasefire or a comprehensive peace agreement.

Kellogg reveals first point of US peace plan for Russian-Ukrainian war

US Presidential Special Envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg said that Washington has presented a 22-point peace plan to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian war and revealed the essence of the first point. This is a comprehensive ceasefire.

Zelensky hands Pope icon painted on fragment of ammo box

President Volodymyr Zelensky has handed over to Pope Leo XIV the icon “The Mother of God with the Child” painted on a fragment of an artillery box brought from Kharkiv region.

Russians loot 23,000 artifacts from Kherson Regional Museum

As they retreated from Kherson, Russian occupiers looted approximately 23,000 artifacts and part of the technical equipment from the Kherson Regional Museum of Local Lore. They also destroyed and damaged the exhibition infrastructure.

Zelensky thanks Vatican for 'clear voice in defense of a just peace' following audience with Pope Leo XIV

Following an audience with Pope Leo XIV, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to the Vatican for its willingness to serve as a platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, as well as for its "clear voice in defense of a just and lasting peace."

Russian army loses over 63,000 soldiers in Kursk region over nine months — General Staff

Over the past nine months, the Russian army has lost 63,172 troops in the Kursk region, including approximately 4,000 DPRK citizens.

Zelensky meets with U.S. Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio

President Volodymyr Zelensky met with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was also present at the talks.

Russia plans to launch Yars intercontinental ballistic missile with training warhead – intelligence

On the night of May 19, Russia plans to launch an RS-24 Yars intercontinental ballistic missile as part of an 'exercise,' aiming to exert pressure and intimidate Ukraine, the European Union, and NATO member states.

Elderly man killed in Russian drone attack on Kherson region

On the morning of May 18, a 70-year-old man was killed in Vesele, Kherson region, following a Russian drone attack.

Pope Leo XIV calls for a just peace in Ukraine during enthronement speech

In his closing speech at the enthronement mass in St. Peter's Square, Vatican, Pope Leo XIV mentioned the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war and called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.

Kyiv region targeted by over 150 Russian drones overnight—one of the largest attacks to date

During the night of May 18, Russian forces launched more than 150 drones in an attack on the Kyiv region, marking one of the most massive UAV strikes in the area.

Russian aircraft strike in Kupiansk, three civilians injured

In Kharkiv region, three civilians were injured as a result of a Russian air strike on a private residential sector in the city of Kupiansk.

Ukraine secures broad international support through Crimea Platform – Chubarov

Ukraine has managed to attract the support of most countries within the framework of the Crimean Platform, which began its work in 2021.

Russian drone, guided bombs, and artillery attack hits Dnipropetrovsk region, casualties reported

In the Dnipro region, Russian occupiers attacked three districts yesterday, two women were injured, a high-rise building, private houses, shops, businesses and administrative buildings were damaged.

Chubarov: World unsure how to handle aggressor in UN Security Council

The world does not know how to handle an aggressor in order to end the war, so it starts proposing compromises that go against international law — including Ukraine giving up its territory.

One killed, six injured in Russian attacks on Donetsk region

One person was killed and six more injured by Russian shelling in the Donetsk region on Saturday, May 17.

Rescuers show aftermath of massive drone attack on Kyiv region, firefighting efforts ongoing

In the Kyiv region, emergency services are working to eliminate the consequences of a massive overnight drone attack in the Obukhiv and Fastiv districts. One woman was killed, and three others, including a child, were injured.

Istanbul talks: Kyslytsya confirms threats from head of Russian delegation

Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister Sergiy Kyslytsya, who took part in negotiations with Russian representatives in Istanbul on May 16, confirmed that the head of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, directly threatened the Ukrainian side.

Indo-Pakistani air battles over Kashmir: Lessons to be learned by Ukraine

Ukrainian forces down 88 Russian UAVs, another 128 disappear from radar

The Defense Forces of Ukraine successfully shot down 88 Russian drones, while 128 enemy UAVs vanished from radar.

Russian army loses another 1,130 troops in Ukraine in the past day

The Russian army’s combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to May 18, 2025 amount to nearly 973,730 invaders, including another 1,130 troops killed or wounded in action in the past day.

Cannes hosts discussion on Ukrainian cinema amid war

As part of the Marché du Film film market at the Cannes International Film Festival, a panel discussion “Ukrainian Cinema in Times of War: Prospects and Challenges” took place in the American Pavilion.

Latvian volunteer killed in war in Ukraine - media

A volunteer from Latvia, Nikita Tarenov with the call sign “Latvian”, was killed in the battles for Ukraine.