Between February 24, 2022 and March 15, 2025, Russian troops attacked hotels in Ukraine at least 31 times. These incidents occurred in 25 hotels. As a result of Russian shelling, 25 journalists and other media workers were injured, and Reuters' Ryan Evans was killed.
Between February 24, 2022 and March 15, 2025, Russian troops attacked hotels in Ukraine at least 31 times. These incidents occurred in 25 hotels. As a result of Russian shelling, 25 journalists and other media workers were injured, and Reuters' Ryan Evans was killed.
On Friday, May 16, the delegations of Ukraine and Russia met in Istanbul.
On Friday, May 16, the delegations of Ukraine and Russia met in Istanbul.
Trilateral talks between the delegations of Ukraine and Turkey took place in Istanbul.
Trilateral talks between the delegations of Ukraine and Turkey took place in Istanbul.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy is currently in Albania to attend the EPC (European Political Community) summit.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy is currently in Albania to attend the EPC (European Political Community) summit.
On May 15, Ukraine and Russia may hold talks in Istanbul. The date and place of this meeting was proposed by Vladimir Putin on May 11; in the end, he will not attend the talks, but he has determined the composition of the delegation. In April 2022, the countries already met in Turkey and developed the Istanbul Accords. Kyiv does not consider them an official agreement, and Moscow has repeatedly stated that Ukraine must agree to them in order to start peace talks. Suspilne explains how the previous negotiations with Russia went and what exactly Russia demanded.
On May 15, Ukraine and Russia may hold talks in Istanbul. The date and place of this meeting was proposed by Vladimir Putin on May 11; in the end, he will not attend the talks, but he has determined the composition of the delegation. In April 2022, the countries already met in Turkey and developed the Istanbul Accords. Kyiv does not consider them an official agreement, and Moscow has repeatedly stated that Ukraine must agree to them in order to start peace talks. Suspilne explains how the previous negotiations with Russia went and what exactly Russia demanded.
Vyshyvanka Day in Ukraine is celebrated every year on the third Thursday of May — this year it is May 15. It was started by students of the History Department of Chernivtsi University in 2006, and now it is celebrated by Ukrainians around the world.
Vyshyvanka Day in Ukraine is celebrated every year on the third Thursday of May — this year it is May 15. It was started by students of the History Department of Chernivtsi University in 2006, and now it is celebrated by Ukrainians around the world.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at Ankara airport to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at Ankara airport to meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Last week, Russian troops intensified their attacks on the frontline Novopavlivka, shelling the road to the village with FPV drones. According to DeepState's map, the distance from the village to the front line is about seven kilometers. According to locals, the Russian army is attacking Novopavlivka around the clock, hitting residential buildings and civilian vehicles.
Last week, Russian troops intensified their attacks on the frontline Novopavlivka, shelling the road to the village with FPV drones. According to DeepState's map, the distance from the village to the front line is about seven kilometers. According to locals, the Russian army is attacking Novopavlivka around the clock, hitting residential buildings and civilian vehicles.
The vast majority of Ukrainians — 71% — do not support holding elections after the ceasefire, even with security guarantees, and believe that elections should be held only after a final peace agreement and a complete end to the war. At the same time, compared to March, the number of those who support holding elections after the ceasefire or right now has increased slightly.
The vast majority of Ukrainians — 71% — do not support holding elections after the ceasefire, even with security guarantees, and believe that elections should be held only after a final peace agreement and a complete end to the war. At the same time, compared to March, the number of those who support holding elections after the ceasefire or right now has increased slightly.
The level of trust in President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has increased in Ukraine.
The level of trust in President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has increased in Ukraine.
The Government has approved roadmaps for the opening of the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the European Union. They relate to the rule of law, public administration reform, and the functioning of democratic institutions.
The Government has approved roadmaps for the opening of the first cluster of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the European Union. They relate to the rule of law, public administration reform, and the functioning of democratic institutions.
On May 13, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a press conference ahead of his visit to Turkey. Among other things, he spoke about his expectations for a possible meeting with the Russian side in Istanbul and reiterated that he was waiting for Russian President Vladimir Putin there in person. Suspilne collected the main statements of the head of state.
On May 13, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a press conference ahead of his visit to Turkey. Among other things, he spoke about his expectations for a possible meeting with the Russian side in Istanbul and reiterated that he was waiting for Russian President Vladimir Putin there in person. Suspilne collected the main statements of the head of state.
Police officer Olena Stavytska has been working in the White Angel special unit since its creation in Sumy region in September 2024. During this time, as a member of the evacuation crew, she helped more than 500 people to leave the dangerous areas. At the end of April, Olena was named "Officer of the Year" by the International Association of Women Police Officers. She is also the only female police officer of the White Angel special unit in Sumy region. Olena Stavytska spoke to Suspilne about working 24\7, the danger of evacuations, people's gratitude and personal motivation.
Police officer Olena Stavytska has been working in the White Angel special unit since its creation in Sumy region in September 2024. During this time, as a member of the evacuation crew, she helped more than 500 people to leave the dangerous areas. At the end of April, Olena was named "Officer of the Year" by the International Association of Women Police Officers. She is also the only female police officer of the White Angel special unit in Sumy region. Olena Stavytska spoke to Suspilne about working 24\7, the danger of evacuations, people's gratitude and personal motivation.
Ukraine is ready to present its reform roadmaps to representatives of the European Union and the European Commission.
Ukraine is ready to present its reform roadmaps to representatives of the European Union and the European Commission.
A number of Ukrainian higher military educational institutions and educational units of higher education institutions were included in the European Security and Defense College (ESDC).
A number of Ukrainian higher military educational institutions and educational units of higher education institutions were included in the European Security and Defense College (ESDC).
The European Union and Ukraine launch an interagency working group to deepen cooperation in the defense industry.
The European Union and Ukraine launch an interagency working group to deepen cooperation in the defense industry.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and newly elected Pope Leo XIV spoke on the phone for the first time.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and newly elected Pope Leo XIV spoke on the phone for the first time.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine still expects a ceasefire from the Russian army starting May 12, which it announced unilaterally the day before. However, he said the Armed Forces would respond "mirror" in case of its violation.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine still expects a ceasefire from the Russian army starting May 12, which it announced unilaterally the day before. However, he said the Armed Forces would respond "mirror" in case of its violation.
Hungary postpones talks with Ukraine on minorities scheduled for Monday, May 12.
Hungary postpones talks with Ukraine on minorities scheduled for Monday, May 12.
The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, and the EU foreign ministers arrived in Lviv on May 9, Europe Day.
The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, and the EU foreign ministers arrived in Lviv on May 9, Europe Day.
