Ukroboronprom agrees on ammunition deliveries from NATO supplier
One of enterprises, which are part of Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC (UDI), has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with KNDS Belgium SA, known as a supplier of NATO.
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Ukrainian Air Force warns of threat from decoy drones
Decoy drones can also carry explosives, although with smaller payloads than combat UAVs.
Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian shelter, communications antenna, two ATVs in Kursk sector
FPV drone operators from the "Steel Border" unit of Ukraine's State Border Guard Service destroyed a Russian shelter with personnel, a communications antenna, and two enemy ATVs in the Kursk sector.
Ukrainian producer Yatsenko awarded France's Order of Arts and Letters
Ukrainian film producer and Armed Forces veteran Volodymyr Yatsenko has been awarded the Order of Arts and Letters, one of France's highest honors in the field of culture, during the Cannes Film Market (Marché du Film).
“White Angels” evacuate woman and son from frontline community in Sumy region
Police officers of the White Angel special forces unit took a woman and her 13-year-old son out of one of the border communities in Sumy region shelled by Russian troops.
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U.S. waiting for Russia’s ceasefire proposals – Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Russia must formulate its conditions for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which would open the door for broader negotiations.
War update: 129 clashes on frontline, Pokrovsk sector remains hottest spot
On May 20, as many as 129 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian invaders occurred along the front lines. The Pokrovsk sector remains the hottest spot, with the enemy launching 37 offensive actions there.
Zelensky, Macron discuss defense cooperation, weapons production in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron, focusing on support for the Ukrainian military and deepening defense cooperation.
Zelensky, Starmer discuss next steps within Coalition of the Willing
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss concrete actions that could help bring about a ceasefire and progress toward lasting peace.
Ukraine names seven European nations steering peace negotiation efforts
The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Finland, Norway, and Poland are the European countries that are most actively involved in the ongoing negotiation process.
Death toll in Russian shelling of Sumy region rises to two
In Sumy region, the number of fatalities from a Russian shelling attack on Yunakivka community has increased to two.
Ukraine forms first-ever assault motorcycle company
The first assault motorcycle company within the Armed Forces of Ukraine has been formed as part of the 425th Separate Assault Skala Regiment.
Kallas: “If Russia does not agree to full ceasefire, there will be more pressure”
If Russia does not agree to an unconditional ceasefire, the EU will respond with new sanctions to put more pressure on its economy and curb the Kremlin’s ability to continue the war.
Zelensky: It is important that US remains involved in peace process
On May 20, President Volodymyr Zelensky held a series of talks with European leaders, during which he discussed his recent conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump. In this context, Zelensky emphasized that "it is important that America remains involved in the peace process."
All Russia sanctions from Biden era remain in place – Rubio
None of the sanctions imposed against Russia during President Joe Biden's administration have been lifted by the current U.S. administration.
EU imposes sanctions over Russia's destabilizing actions abroad, Medvedchuk among those listed
On Tuesday, May 20, the EU Council imposed sanctions on 21 individuals and six entities in response to Russia's destabilizing activities abroad.
Dutch foreign minister: Ukraine war outcome will shape Europe's security architecture
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp has stated that the outcome of the war in Ukraine will significantly influence the future of Europe's security architecture for years, if not decades, to come.
Ukraine to receive increased drone production funding from Norwegian aid – Zelensky
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere has supported President Volodymyr Zelensky's proposal to allocate a larger share of Norway's nearly $8 billion aid package for 2025 toward drone production in Ukraine.
Zelensky, Merz discuss just peace, Ukraine's post-war reconstruction
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Ukraine's post-war recovery.
EU sanctions Russia over use of chemical weapons in war against Ukraine
On Tuesday, May 20, the Council of the European Union adopted a decision to impose additional restrictive measures on three Russian entities involved in the development and use of chemical weapons in the war against Ukraine.
List of Ukrainian journalists held by Russia handed over to Vatican
The head of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine (NUJU), Sergiy Tomilenko, has handed a list of Ukrainian media professionals held in Russian captivity to the Vatican's Ambassador to Ukraine, Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas.
Sybiha urges EU to cut Russian oil price cap to USD 30 beyond 17th sanctions
The approval of the 17th package of sanctions against Russia is important, but we need to go further.
Zelensky discusses possible platforms for talks with Russians with Meloni
During a conversation with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed possible platforms for negotiations with Russia.
Zelensky submits bill to Rada to establish two specialized administrative courts
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a draft law on the establishment of a Specialized District Administrative Court and a Specialized Administrative Court of Appeal.
Zelensky meets Crown Prince Haakon to discuss energy and defense investments
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway discussed strengthening energy sustainability, cultural ties, and defense investments.
DM Umerov: Ukraine ready for joint weapons production with EU partners
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has called on EU defense ministers to prioritize procurement in the Ukrainian defense industry.
Ukraine and Czech Republic agree to cooperate in training F-16 pilots
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala have agreed to cooperate in training Ukrainian F-16 pilots.
Ukraine receives USD 10B under IMF’s Extended Fund Facility
Ukraine has already received approximately USD 10.1 billion out of the USD 15.5 billion allocated under the International Monetary Fund's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) Arrangement.
UK announces wide-ranging sanctions against Russia
On Tuesday, the United Kingdom announced new sanctions against Russia, targeting the country’s military, energy, and financial sectors. Notably, 18 ships of Russia’s "shadow fleet" were added to the sanctions list.military, energy, and financial sectors. Notably, 18 ships of Russia’s "shadow fleet" were added to the sanctions list.
EU approves 17th sanctions package against Russia
On May 20, EU foreign ministers approved the 17th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting nearly 200 shadow fleet ships.