Ukrainian Defense Ministry approves use of Baton Optic quadcopter
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has officially codified and approved the domestically produced Baton Optic unmanned aerial system for use in the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
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Russian agent caught plotting saboteur infiltration in northern Kharkiv region – SSU
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has detained a Russian FSB informant who was gathering intelligence on Ukrainian Defense Force positions to facilitate the breakthrough of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups in northern Kharkiv region.
Invaders send rescuers from Russia to occupied territories amid lack of local specialists
Facing a shortage of qualified personnel in Ukraine’s temporarily occupied territories (TOT), Russian forces are deploying rescuers from Russia.
Ukraine's anti-corruption court convicts two lawyers for attempting to bribe judges in Poltava region
Ukraine's High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) has delivered a guilty verdict against two lawyers and an individual who posed as a legal assistant, all of whom were caught attempting to bribe judges in the Poltava region.
29 May 2025
Instead of steps toward peace, Russia launches massive attacks on Ukraine – UN Under-Secretary-General
UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo has strongly condemned a new wave of massive Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities and called for a full, immediate, and unconditional ceasefire.
War update: 119 clashes on frontline, invaders suffering heavy losses in Pokrovsk sector
There were 119 combat clashes on the front line throughout the day. In attempts to break through the Ukrainian defense in the Pokrovsk sector, the enemy forces lost 341 personnel.
Poland can make significant contribution to rebuilding Ukraine's energy infrastructure – Polish expert
One of the most promising areas of Polish-Ukrainian cooperation in Ukraine’s reconstruction could be the energy sector. At the same time, the West has much to learn from Ukraine regarding the implementation of "resilience elements" in infrastructure operations.
Active combat ongoing near Khotin, Yunakivka in Sumy region – RMA
Active combat operations are ongoing in specific areas along the border in Sumy region, particularly near the settlements of Khotin and Yunakivka communities.
EU must accelerate Ukraine’s integration – Ursula von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for accelerating Ukraine’s accession to the European Union, highlighting that Ukraine shows the world every day what the true fight for freedom looks like. She also emphasized the importance of advancing the membership process for other candidate countries.
Cultural casualties of war: Ukraine reports over 300 artists and journalists killed
Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, as many as 204 artists and 108 Ukrainian and foreign media workers have been killed in Ukraine.
Turkish FM says ceasefire next step in Ukraine-Russia negotiations
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, commenting on the negotiation process between Ukraine and Russia, noted restrained progress and pointed to a ceasefire as the next possible step.
Moscow has still not shared ceasefire memorandum with Ukraine and its partners – Zelensky
Russia has not yet shared a ceasefire memorandum with Ukraine and its partners.
Shmyhal names Ukraine’s most promising sectors for U.S. investment
During a meeting with representatives of the American Chamber of Commerce, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal emphasized that Ukraine’s defense industry and military-tech sector are the most promising areas for U.S. investment.
Ukrainian forces destroy Russian Borisoglebsk-2 EW system
Soldiers from the 413th "Reid" Battalion of the Unmanned Systems Forces successfully detected and destroyed a Russian RB-301B Borisoglebsk-2 electronic warfare system from a distance of approximately 70 km.
IT Coalition allocates EUR 1.1B to strengthen defense innovation - Umerov
Member countries of the IT Coalition, under the coordination of the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), have provided the Armed Forces of Ukraine with EUR 1.1 billion in financial and material assistance for 2024-2025.
79 combat clashes along frontline since morning, with majority of enemy attacks in Pokrovsk sector
Since the beginning of the day, 79 combat engagements have taken place along the frontline between Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders, with 31 enemy attacks concentrated in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russian army’s losses in Ukraine since beginning of the year exceed 190,000 – Syrskyi
Russian forces have suffered 194,140 casualties in Ukraine since the start of the year.
Ukraine, IMF reach staff-level agreement on $500M tranche – Shmyhal
Ukraine and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement on the eighth review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) Arrangement, which will provide Ukraine with a tranche of approximately $500 million.
Unique 5th-century archaeological treasure transferred to Ukraine history museum
A rare archaeological treasure, dated to the early 5th century, has been transferred to the National Museum of the History of Ukraine for safekeeping.
Sybiha outlines Ukraine's expectations ahead of UN Security Council meeting
Ukraine expects a unified message from its international partners at Thursday's UN Security Council meeting, calling for Russia to agree to a full ceasefire, according to Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.
Casualties rise after airstrike on Verkhnia Tersa in Zaporizhzhia region
The number of casualties has increased following a Russian glide bomb attack on the village of Verkhnia Tersa in the Polohy district, Zaporizhzhia region.
Ukraine deploys AI-powered 'mother drone' for first time
Ukraine has used an artificial intelligence-based "mother drone" in combat for the first time — a breakthrough system capable of delivering two strike drones up to 300 kilometers into enemy territory.
Zelensky: A just peace will likely come after Putin
Ukraine will eventually achieve a just peace, though it will likely only be possible after Vladimir Putin is no longer in power, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.
White House, Congress urge Trump to impose new sanctions on Russia – Reuters
Some Republicans in Congress and White House advisers are urging U.S. President Donald Trump to finally embrace new sanctions on Moscow as frustration mounts over Russian President Vladimir Putin's military assault on Ukraine.
Zelensky on Taurus missiles: We agreed with Merz not to discuss certain topics publicly
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the potential supply of Taurus missiles and that both leaders agreed not to discuss certain topics in public.
Ukraine says Russia avoids sharing ceasefire 'memorandum' due to unrealistic ultimatums
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry believes Russia's reluctance to promptly share its proposed "memorandum" on a ceasefire points to the inclusion of unrealistic ultimatums.
Ukrainian Parliament considering allowing men under 24 to travel abroad – MP
The Verkhovna Rada is discussing ways to address the growing number of cases where Ukrainian boys under 18 leave the country to study abroad and do not return due to restrictions imposed during martial law.
Mobilization rates in Ukraine decline compared to last year – MP
Following the enactment of the updated mobilization law in Ukraine, there was a spike in the number of mobilized citizens; however, the mobilization rate has since decreased.
ISW analyzes why Russia and Belarus scale down Zapad-2025 military drills
Russia and Belarus reduced the scope of their joint Zapad-2025 military exercises, scheduled for September, and relocated the main maneuvers away from Belarus’s western borders, likely to create an appearance of cooperation and distract from Russia’s limited military capacity outside Ukraine.
Ukrainian lawmakers propose allowing MPs to serve as ministers
Members of the Ukrainian parliament have registered a draft law proposing to allow lawmakers to simultaneously hold positions in the government. The initiative does not contradict Ukrainian legislation and aims to improve communication between the parliament and the government.