Russian drone attacks car in Kupiansk, wounds two utility workers
Employees of a utility company in Kupiansk were injured as a result of a Russian drone strike on a car.
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PM Shmyhal holds first meeting with U.S. Chargé d'Affaires in Ukraine
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with the newly appointed US Chargé d'Affaires in Ukraine Julia Davis, during which the parties coordinated joint steps to introduce a free trade zone between the countries.
Ukrainian Parliament ratifies Ukraine-U.S. minerals deal
On May 8, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine supported draft law No. 0309 "On the ratification of the Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the United States of America on the establishment of the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund."
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.
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.
Putin’s ‘parade ceasefire’ proves to be farce – Ukraine’s FM
Despite Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a “ceasefire,” Russian forces continue their offensive along the entire frontline, and Ukraine is sharing all relevant information about ceasefire violations with its international partners.
Ukraine receives another EUR 1B from EU under ERA program
Ukraine has received EUR 1 billion from the European Union, secured through profits generated from frozen Russian assets, as part of the Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) program.
Law enforcement investigating executions of 268 Ukrainian POWs – Prosecutor General’s Office
Ukrainian law enforcement authorities are investigating the executions of 268 Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs), 208 of whom were executed on the battlefield, and 59 in the Olenivka prison camp.
Fighting on front ongoing despite Russia’s declared “ceasefire” – military
Russian invading forces continue assaults and shelling in Donetsk region despite a declared ceasefire, with battles ongoing in the Pokrovsk, Toretsk, Lyman, Novopavlivka, and other sectors.
Bulgarian Foreign Ministry rejects Putin's accusations of escalating conflict in Ukraine
Bulgaria has reacted sharply to statements voiced by Russian President Vladimir Putin in a propaganda documentary that Romania and Bulgaria allegedly contributed to the tensions that eventually led to the war in Ukraine by allowing American military bases on their territory.
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.
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.
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.
Political manipulation: Zelensky’s Office chief on Kremlin's proposal for 3-day ceasefire
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak spoke via video conferences with partners from the United States, the European Union, the Nordic and Baltic states to discuss the initiative for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine manages to make minerals deal balanced, equitable – Vice PM
The task of the negotiating team was to make the agreement between the governments of Ukraine and the U.S. on the creation of a Reconstruction Investment Fund balanced and equitable, in which the Ukrainian side succeeded.
Ukraine downs 20 Russian drones Wednesday afternoon
In the afternoon and evening hours of Wednesday, May 7, Ukraine’s Defense Forces intercepted 20 Russian attack drones in the sky over Ukraine, and six more decoy UAVs caused no damage on the ground.
U.S. potential withdrawal from Ukraine-Russia peace mediation: a challenge or a window of opportunity for Ukraine?
Russian army loses another 1,200 troops in Ukraine
The total combat losses of Russian troops in manpower from February 24, 2022, to May 8, 2025, amounted to about 961,970 people, including 1,200 invaders killed in the last day.
Russian shelling of Ukrainian military facilities caused environmental damage worth UAH 367 B - DM
As of the first quarter of 2025, the environmental damage caused by the shelling of Ukrainian military facilities by the Russian army is estimated at about UAH 367 billion, which is equivalent to about USD 9 billion.
It would be absolute stupidity to shift relations between Europe, US toward confrontation – ex-top diplomat
Europe should maintain its partnership with the U.S. despite the unpredictability of Donald Trump's policy, but at the same time take on greater responsibility for its own security and strategic independence.
Ukraine’s international reserves reach $46.7B as of May 1
As of May 1, 2025, Ukraine’s international reserves came to USD 46.68 billion, having increased by 10.2% in April 2025.
Poland aims to finalize 17th EU sanctions package against Russia by end of its EU Council presidency
Poland intends to finalize the 17th package of EU sanctions against Russia before the end of its presidency of the Council of the European Union, which concludes on June 30.
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.
07 May 2025
Ukraine working with partners to start production of air defense systems, missiles in Ukraine - Zelensky
Ukraine is working with international partners to localize production of the necessary air defense systems and missiles for them in Ukraine.
Point coming in Russia's war against Ukraine where decisions “are going to have to be made” - Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump believes the situation surrounding the war in Ukraine is approaching a critical point where appropriate decisions will have to be made.
German Foreign Minister: Ukraine can count on Europe
Ukraine can count on Europe’s help, in particular that of Germany, and the Kremlin should be aware of that.
Ukraine's proposal for 30-day ceasefire remains in force - Zelensky
Ukraine's offer to introduced a 30-day ceasefire remains in force in order to give diplomacy a chance.
Blackout in Poltava amid Russian drone attack
An emergency power outage was recorded in the Poltava district, tentatively due to infrastructure damage caused by the debris of a downed Russian drone.
Ukraine ready to sit at negotiating table if Russia comes there - Yermak
Ukraine is ready to sit down for talks with Russia, but only on condition of Russia's direct participation in the process.