Moscow proposes next round of Russia-Ukraine talks on June 2 in Istanbul
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the talks would be a continuation of negotiations launched in Istanbul on May 16.
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EU announces new Black Sea security strategy to counter Russian threats, top diplomat says
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas proposed creating a Black Sea Maritime Security Hub, envisioned as an early warning and monitoring system that would enhance situational awareness and protect key infrastructure.
Russia proposed new date and location for peace talks with Ukraine, Medinsky says
Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky claimed he personally called Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov to suggest holding a meeting "in the coming days" to exchange draft memoranda outlining conditions for a potential ceasefire.
Ukrainian Security Service charges captured Russian soldier with executing POWs
According to the SBU, the soldier, a rifleman with Russia's 40th Separate Marine Brigade, participated in the point-blank shooting of two detained Ukrainian servicemen on Jan. 9 near Kursk.
Ukrainian media outlet launches first AI tool to let readers listen to articles from any line
Vector, a media platform focused on the creative economy, launched the new artificial intelligence-powered narration tool in partnership with Respeecher, the Ukrainian voice technology startup known for recreating the voices of Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader in major Hollywood productions.
Zelensky to visit Germany for talks with Merz, Der Spiegel reports
The meeting comes as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz seeks to promote European efforts to initiate further technical-level peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
Nicusor Dan sworn in as Romania’s new president
In his address to lawmakers following the oath, Romanian President Nicusor Dan thanked citizens for their engagement in recent political debates, regardless of their stance.
Netherlands backs Zelensky's presence at upcoming NATO summit
"We are looking at how we can get a place in the program for Zelensky and other Ukrainians," Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said during an appearance on the Dutch television program WNL op Zondag.
'Russia is not winning this war,' EU defense commissioner says
European Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius said the EU must be ready to defend Ukraine and itself with or without Washington's backing.
Russia launches record 355 drones at Ukraine; 6 killed, 24 injured over past 24 hours
Russia launched its third large-scale aerial and drone assault against Ukraine in three nights, killing at least six people and injuring 24 across multiple oblasts over the past 24 hours, regional authorities reported on May 26.
Ukraine captured almost 1,000 Russian soldiers during Kursk offensive, General Staff says
The military described the Kursk campaign as an "unexpected and asymmetric" move that helped fill the so-called "exchange fund" — Ukrainian terminology for captured Russian soldiers who can be traded for Ukrainian POWs.
Poland's presidential debate: Trzaskowski slams Nawrocki over 'Putin's language' on Ukraine's NATO bid
Karol Nawrocki, backed by the opposition Law and Justice (PiS) party, claimed President Volodymyr Zelensky "treats Poland badly" and defended his criticism of Ukraine's NATO bid by insisting, "I speak the language of Poles."
Russia upgrades Iskander ballistic missiles, more difficult for Ukraine's Patriots to intercept, Air Force says
"It complicates (the interception), but doesn’t make the interception impossible," Ukraine's Air Force spokesperson Yurii Ihnat said. "I think our partners are already working to improve the system's capabilities."
Lavrov dismisses Vatican as possible venue for Russia-Ukraine peace talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that he believed "it would not be very comfortable for the Vatican itself to host delegations from two Orthodox countries in these circumstances."
Russia 'hasn't faced enough pressure' —Ukrainian, foreign diplomats react to overnight attack on Kyiv
"Russia's continued aggression has a simple explanation: it hasn't faced enough pressure to stop. The power to change that lies with us," Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said.
EU mulls cutting over 20 Russian banks from SWIFT, banning Nord Stream in new sanctions, Bloomberg reports
The new measures under consideration would also include lowering the Group of Seven oil price cap on Russian crude exports from $60 to around $45 per barrel.
Ukraine denies Russian presence in Sumy Oblast border village, media reports
Earlier, Russia's state-run news agency TASS claimed that Russian forces had entered Yunakivka, a village near the Russian border in Sumy Oblast.
'Shoot them on the spot' — Ukraine's military intel records over 150 cases of Russia executing POWs
The agency noted that this figure includes those cases recorded by HUR, suggesting the actual total may be higher.
UK probes possible Russian involvement in arson attacks targeting PM Starmer, FT reports
Two Ukrainian nationals, Roman Lavrynovych and Petro Pochynok, and a Romanian national, Stanislav Carpiuc, have been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life.
Ukrainian drones target Russia in large-scale attack, Moscow claims 159 drones shot down in under a day
For at least two days in a row, Ukraine has launched massive waves of drones deep into Russian territory. Between the evening of May 20 and the morning of May 22, Russia claims to have shot down 485 drones on its territory.
Kyiv proposes EU partners help directly fund Ukrainian military under new model
Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko said Kyiv is proposing a new model: EU partners would help fund the Ukrainian military, and in return, Ukraine would be further integrated into the continent's defense system.
9 Ukrainian children rescued from Russian-occupied territories, President's Office says
Among the rescued children is a girl whose life was in danger due to the lack of adequate medical care in the occupied territories, and a boy who, along with his mother, was locked in a basement by Russian forces while his father was tortured in a nearby room, Presidential Office chief Andriy Yermak said.
Ukrainian defense firms urge Zelensky to lift drone export restrictions in open letter
The open letter, signed by leading representatives of Ukraine's defense-industrial sector, highlights the strategic potential of the country's homegrown military technologies, from drones to electronic warfare systems, and calls for decisive political action to authorize the controlled export of surplus weaponry to allied nations.
Ukrainian officials deny Russian troop presence in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
Serhii Lysak, head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration, called the online claims "fake" and said that the accompanying photograph allegedly showing Russian troops in the area was also fabricated.
Iran's parliament ratifies 20-year strategic agreement with Russia
While the pact does not include a mutual defense clause, it outlines commitments for both countries to cooperate against common military threats, enhance military-technical collaboration, and participate in joint military exercises, according to Reuters.
Trump claims 'progress' on ending Russia-Ukraine war
"We are trying to settle Russia-Ukraine," U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters. "I spoke with President Putin for two hours the day before yesterday. I think we made a lot of progress. But that's a bloodbath."
Ukraine dismisses Russian claims of full control over Kursk Oblast, says fighting ongoing
"The statements by representatives of (Russia) about the alleged end of combat operations in Kursk Oblast do not reflect the actual situation," Ukraine's General Staff said in a statement.
NATO summit in The Hague to focus on long-term support, lasting peace for Ukraine, Rutte says
"We must ensure that Ukraine, while the fight continues, receives all possible collective support to be in the best possible position to continue," NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said.
Russia intercepts drone attack on Moscow, prompting flight disruptions and emergency response
As of 5 p.m. local time, Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin claimed seven drones to be intercepted as they approached the Russian capital.
'Suspicious' Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker spotted near undersea power cable sparks Polish military intervention
"After the effective intervention of our military, the ship sailed to one of the Russian ports," Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk wrote on X.
Trump calls Putin after Ukraine, Russia peace talks in Istanbul
The call comes days after largely inconclusive negotiations in Istanbul, where Russia sent a delegation of low-level officials and reiterated sweeping territorial demands, including that Ukraine accept the loss of Crimea and four eastern regions.
EU coordinating next Russia sanctions with US, Germany says
Washington's participation in a potential sanctions package would be "very central," German government spokesperson Stefan Cornelius said.
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