Russian forces actively using small infantry groups in Sumy region – military
Russian troops continue shelling Ukraineєs border areas, with the Sumy region suffering the most.
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SSU uncovers FSB mole guiding Russian strikes on Ukrainian forces
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), with the support of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, has detained a driver from an assault regiment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces who was directing Russian strikes on his own unit’s positions on the Kursk front.
Ukraine submitting data on forced mobilization of Ukrainians in occupied territories to ICC – PM Shmyhal
Ukraine is documenting all Russian crimes related to the forced mobilization of Ukrainians in temporarily occupied territories (TOT). As of now, several hundred thousand war crimes have been recorded, including cases of forced mobilization.
Poland prepares new military aid package for Ukraine - diplomat
Poland is preparing another military aid package for Ukraine worth 200 million euros.
Russia preparing orphaned children from occupied Donetsk region for war against Ukraine – CCD
In the temporarily occupied cities of Donetsk and Amvrosiivka, Russian forces are training orphaned children in military skills — effectively preparing them to take part in the war against Ukraine.
16 May 2025
War update: 115 clashes on frontline, fiercest fighting in Pokrovsk sector
On May 16, Ukrainian Defense Forces engaged in 115 combat clashes with Russian forces, with 49 of them taking place in the Pokrovsk sector alone.
Presidents of Ukraine, Montenegro discuss bilateral cooperation, European integration
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Montenegro Jakov Milatović met to discuss prospects for cooperation between their countries across various sectors and agreed to continue exchanging experience in the European integration process.
Civilians injured as Russians shell Kharkiv region
Throughout the day, Russian forces shelled the town of Kupiansk and surrounding areas in Kharkiv region, injuring four civilians and damaging residential buildings.
Zelensky discusses Istanbul talks, strengthening air defense with Netherlands’ PM
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defense and investments in defense production with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof.
Zelensky discusses demining coalition, energy cooperation with Bulgarian PM
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed security guarantees and cooperation in the energy sector with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov.
Denmark preparing new military aid package for Ukraine – Zelensky
Denmark is preparing its 26th military aid package for Ukraine.
Zelensky discusses security guarantees, increased pressure on Russia with Swedish PM
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian teams in Istanbul and increasing pressure on Russia with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
Zelensky meets with Presidents of European Council, European Commission
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with President of the European Council António Costa and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
Kyslytsya: many issues remain that can only be resolved if Zelensky and Putin meet
The preliminary success of the talks in Istanbul still needs to be consolidated — pressure on Russia must continue. Many issues remain that can only be resolved if the presidents meet.
Russian side in Turkey voices unacceptable demands for Ukraine – MFA
At the talks in Turkey, the Russian side voiced unacceptable demands for Ukraine, but given the experience of negotiations with the Russians since 2014, Ukrainian representatives know how to deal with this.
Zelensky meets Sandu to discuss EU integration, hybrid threats from Russia
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky met with President of Moldova Maia Sandu in Tirana, where the key topics for discussion included energy security, European integration, the impact of the European election results on political processes and hybrid threats from Russia.
DIU preparing lists for “1000 for 1000” prisoner exchange
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has started working on the lists of people who will be returned to their homeland under the “1000 for 1000” exchange.
Russia conducts ethnic cleansing in occupied territories through eviction, assimilation
The Russian Federation is carrying out ethnic cleansing in the temporarily occupied territories by evicting Ukrainians and assimilating them, which, according to international law, is a form of genocide. This policy of the Russian Federation requires an immediate response from the international community to stop this practice. Regardless of whether the hostilities continue or are stopped, it is necessary to introduce mechanisms of international control over the observance of human rights in the temporarily occupied territories, in particular through the deployment of a UN mission.
New deadly attack drone added to AFU arsenal
A new Ukrainian-made strike drone has been approved for use in the Armed Forces.
Preparations underway for potential meeting between Ukraine-Russia leaders – Umerov
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has announced that a potential meeting at the level of the Ukrainian and Russian leaders is being prepared.
Merz: Meeting in Turkey a small but first diplomatic success
Efforts by Ukraine's partners to achieve peace have yielded a small but meaningful diplomatic breakthrough, and they must now continue to support Ukraine by all means, including militarily.
Macron: Russia has no desire to cease fire, we must 'step up pressure'
French President Emmanuel Macron believes that pressure on Russia must be intensified because it shows no willingness to stop the fighting.
Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul conclude
The negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul have concluded, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
Zelensky, Macron, Starmer, Merz, Tusk hold phone call with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, along with the leaders of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the Polish prime minister — who are all currently in Tirana — held a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump says he may soon call Putin again
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he may soon call Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin to discuss ending Russia's war against Ukraine.
Ukraine's defense minister: '1,000-for-1,000' prisoner exchange may take place soon
A "1,000-for-1,000" prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia could take place in the near future.
Sybiha in Turkey: We need concrete decisions, starting with 30-day ceasefire
Russia is facing a moment where it must demonstrate its seriousness, while Ukraine, the United States, and Turkey stand united in the need to swiftly advance the peace process.
Umerov: Ukraine, Turkey, US discussed prisoner release, return of children
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who leads the Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul, stated after talks with representatives of Turkey and the United States that the war must end with a lasting and just peace.
Zelensky urges tough sanctions against Russia if talks end without results
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that the international community must impose severe sanctions on Russia's banking and energy sectors if the negotiations in Istanbul end without tangible results.
Pope proposes holding Ukraine-Russia talks at Vatican
Pope Leo XIV has suggested holding peace talks between Ukraine and Russia at the Vatican after a meeting in Istanbul failed to bring together the main players in the conflict.