One killed in Russian airstrike on Kupiansk
A Russian airstrike on the city of Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region has killed one person, with another individual potentially trapped under the rubble.
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Zelensky holds Staff meeting to discuss Ukraine's missile program
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky convened a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff to discuss the country's missile program.
Russian soldier complains about effectiveness of Ukrainian FPV drones – intercepted call
A Russian soldier has complained about the accuracy of Ukrainian FPV drone operators, according to an intercepted call released by the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate.
Shmyhal says minerals deal with US will help strengthen protection of Ukrainian airspace
The mineral resources agreement signed between Kyiv and Washington on the night of May 1 will help bolster the protection of Ukraine's airspace thanks to U.S. air defense systems.
Signing of minerals agreement signals that US will not abandon Ukraine - Polish expert
The signing of the minerals agreement between Ukraine and the United States signals Washington's commitment to supporting Ukraine. This development is part of a multi-level game where the context of Chinese also plays an important role.
Yermak discusses Ukrainian soldiers’ needs, sanctions against Russia with Starmer's adviser
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak held a phone conversation with the UK Prime Minister's National Security Adviser, Jonathan Powell.
Civilian killed in Kherson region following enemy drone attack
A 34-year-old civilian was killed in the village of Stanislav, Kherson region, following a drone strike.
German expert: Putin may impulsively decide on "test attack" against NATO country
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin may spontaneously decide to attack one of the Baltic states if he believes that the time has come to test the EU and NATO.
War update: 109 clashes on frontline since day-start, fighting ongoing in eight sectors
Since the beginning of the day, May 2, Ukrainian Defense Forces have engaged in 109 combat clashes with Russian troops, with battles ongoing in eight directions across the front. The heaviest fighting is taking place near Pokrovsk.
Nemesis regiment of unmanned systems destroyed hundred Russian tanks in year
Operators of the 412th separate regiment of unmanned systems Nemesis destroyed one hundred tanks of the Russian army during a year of combat operations.
Acknowledgment of DPRK troops participation in war against Ukraine demonstrates disregard for international law – French MFA
North Korea and Russia have acknowledged the participation of North Korean troops in Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, which demonstrates both states’ blatant disregard for international law.
2024 becomes deadliest year for Russian forces in war against Ukraine – media
In the past year, Russian forces suffered the heaviest losses since the beginning of the full-scale war against Ukraine — at least 45,287 personnel were killed.
International contingent for Ukraine: German expert explains why issue complicated for Europe
Participants in discussions about deploying an international military contingent to Ukraine to enforce a ceasefire currently cannot answer whether they are prepared for a potential escalation with Russia.
Enemy intensifies operations in Kharkiv sector – Defense Forces
Russian occupation forces have significantly intensified their operations along the entire Kharkiv sector, with the fiercest battles occurring in Lyptsi, Vovchansk, and Dvorichna.
Luxembourg to allocate EUR 1M to support psychosocial programs for Ukrainian youth
Luxembourg will provide EUR 1 million in funding to support psychosocial programs for Ukrainian adolescents and youth.
State Department: US will not mediate Ukraine-Russia peace talks
The United States will not act as a mediator in peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Instead, Kyiv and Moscow must present concrete proposals for ending the war.
Russia's war against Ukraine not going to end 'any time soon' – Vance
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance believes that Russia's war against Ukraine is unlikely to end in the near future.
SBGS spox: Russia using massive shelling and assaults in Vovchansk area
The Russian army continues to storm the positions of the Defense Forces in the direction of Vovchansk, Kharkiv region.
War update: 199 combat clashes on frontline over past day
On May 1, there were 199 combat clashes between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian invaders along the frontline.
Ukrainian forces down 64 Russian drones overnight
Ukrainian Defense Forces shot down 64 drones that Russia used in an attack on Ukraine starting the previous evening.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,110 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces in their war against Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to May 2, 2025, amount to approximately 954,300 personnel, including 1,110 over the past day alone.
Russia keeps five Kalibr carriers in Black Sea, total volley up to 34 missiles
There are currently five Russian Kalibr missile carriers in the Black Sea, with a combined volley capacity of up to 34 missiles. No Russian warships are present in the Sea of Azov.
U.S. intel suggests Putin changes his immediate goals for Ukraine war – CNN
Recent U.S. and Western intelligence assessments suggest that Russian leader Vladimir Putin may have shifterd his short-term goals in the war against Ukraine. He is now reportedly focusing on consolidating control over occupied territories and saving Russia’s struggling economy.
Parliament calls on foreign states to accelerate delivery of air defense systems to Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has appealed to the parliaments and governments of foreign countries regarding Russia's true intentions to continue its full-scale war against Ukraine.
Russia uses Crimea as launch site for ballistic missiles – Ukraine Navy
Russia uses temporarily occupied Crimea as a launch site for Iskander-M ballistic missiles targeting Ukraine.
01 May 2025
Julie Davis to temporarily lead U.S. Embassy in Ukraine
On May 5, Ambassador Julie Davis will assume the role of Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, in Kyiv. She will lead the U.S. diplomatic mission on behalf of Donald Trump.
Deputy PM: Ukraine has unpleasant feeling about Hungary's aggressive rhetoric
Ukraine cannot perceive positively when it becomes part of political campaigns in Hungary.
Intel warns of challenges and threats of pro-Russian activities by Hungarian authorities
In recent years, the activities of the Hungarian leadership have posed serious threats to the national security of Ukraine, its European neighbors, and Europe as a whole.
Drone strike on Pivdenne: number of casualties rises to 15, two children in hospital
The number of victims of the Russian attack on the city of Pivdenne on April 30 has increased to 15, most of them children, two were hospitalized.
Zelensky explains against whom three sets of sanctions were imposed
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that companies that service Russian military production, as well as those that actively support the presence of the occupier in the temporarily occupied territories, have been sanctioned.