Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday as renewed efforts continue to end the war with Russia. The talks follow a shift in US focus to the conflict with Iran.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet Donald Trump in Washington next week, following a visit to Kyiv by US right-wing influencer Laura Loomer, who has notably reversed her previous anti-Ukraine stance after experiencing an air raid and witnessing the conflict firsthand.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with Raytheon representatives in Kyiv to discuss co-production of Patriot air defense systems, following a shift in US tone. This comes as Ukraine intensifies drone attacks inside Russia, targeting logistical hubs and an oil facility.
Russian strikes cut power to 150,000 residents in Chernihiv, Ukraine, while Kyiv's air defenses repelled attacks. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomed counter-strikes on Russian missile component and oil facilities, as the EU unveiled its largest sanctions package against Russia in four years.
Far-right American activist Laura Loomer, a close ally of Donald Trump, interviewed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, reversing her previous anti-Ukraine stance. Trump shared a preview, calling it "Very good!!!", potentially signaling a shift in Republican views on US support for Kyiv.
The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces mounting pressure to reinstate Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister, with nationwide protests continuing after Fedorov reportedly rejected a new government role. This comes amidst a radical reshuffle of Ukraine's top military command, including the appointment of Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of the armed forces.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired the country's top military commander, General Olexander Syrskyi, and defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, within a week. The shakeup follows strained relations and differing views on war strategy, raising questions about its impact on Ukraine's war effort against Russia.
President Zelenskyy appointed Maj. Gen. Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's new army chief, replacing Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, and dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov amid a government reshuffle. The changes follow public pressure and aim to update defense strategy and calm political turmoil.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of Ukraine's armed forces. He also offered a "prominent position" to former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, whose previous sacking sparked nationwide protests.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of the armed forces following nationwide protests demanding his removal, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief. Zelenskyy also offered former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov a government role.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed Oleksandr Syrskyi as the army's commander-in-chief, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi. This decision follows mounting criticism and nationwide protests triggered by the earlier dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who had clashed with Syrskyi over army reforms.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi, 43, as the new military commander-in-chief, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi, 60. This shake-up follows protests over the dismissal of tech-savvy defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov and reflects tensions over military strategy.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko resigned Sunday, with reports suggesting she will become Kyiv's ambassador to the US. President Zelenskyy announced broader changes in law enforcement and a "political strategy" shift. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone attack hit Russia's Syzran oil refinery, killing one, and Russia suspended shipping in the Sea of Azov due to drone activity.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, who died aged 71, was remembered globally for his advocacy of a muscular US foreign policy. Tributes came from figures like Israel's Itamar Ben-Gvir and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy, highlighting his extensive international reach and influence on Donald Trump's worldview, though his legacy is marked by controversial foreign policy decisions.
A Ukrainian drone struck a tanker near the canal between the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea on Sunday, causing a fire that was later contained. This incident follows Kyiv's intensified drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and President Zelenskyy's announcement of a new military unit for deep incursions into Russian territory.
A Ukrainian drone struck a tanker near the canal between the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea on Sunday, causing a fire that was contained. This incident follows intensified Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and Kyiv's announcement of a new military unit for deep incursions into Russian territory.
US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who represented South Carolina and chaired the Senate Budget Committee, has died following a brief illness. His office announced his passing on Saturday evening, requesting privacy for his family. Graham was known for his foreign policy stance and recently visited Ukraine.
At a NATO summit in Turkey, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will grant Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot air defense systems, a significant win for Kyiv. Trump also struck a positive tone with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, expressing optimism for a peace deal. The summit saw European allies increasing defense spending, though Trump initially expressed dissatisfaction with some partners.
Russia has banned diesel exports to stabilize its domestic market following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, which have caused gasoline shortages and price spikes. Meanwhile, Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least three in Kyiv and four in Odesa.
Donald Trump told Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Ukraine may be allowed to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors. This offer, made at the Nato summit in Ankara, could be a diplomatic coup for Kyiv, but faces significant hurdles.
Ukraine reported striking a dozen Russian "shadow fleet" tankers delivering fuel to Crimea with drones. Simultaneously, Kyiv faced a Russian missile attack injuring two, while Odesa also sustained a missile strike. President Zelenskyy appealed for NATO membership and discussed ending the war with US President Trump.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy argued for NATO membership at the alliance's summit, highlighting Ukraine's advanced defensive capabilities developed during its conflict with Russia. He also stressed the need for European development of anti-ballistic missile systems.
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Omsk oil refinery, its largest, located 2,700km from Ukraine. The attack, confirmed by local authorities, occurred before a Nato summit. Russia claimed most drones were destroyed, with no casualties. President Zelenskyy hailed it as a significant achievement, extending Ukraine's strike capability to Siberia.
