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.
On May 8, in the evening, 69-year-old American Robert Francis Prevost was elected the 267th Pope Leo XIV, the head of the Roman Catholic Church in the world. Who he is, why and how he came to Peru, why he was accused of covering up for priests who molest children, and why there have been no American popes before — Suspilne tells.
On May 8, in the evening, 69-year-old American Robert Francis Prevost was elected the 267th Pope Leo XIV, the head of the Roman Catholic Church in the world. Who he is, why and how he came to Peru, why he was accused of covering up for priests who molest children, and why there have been no American popes before — Suspilne tells.
Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement on subsoil, minerals and rare earth metals between Ukraine and the United States. A total of 338 MPs voted in favor of the ratification.
Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement on subsoil, minerals and rare earth metals between Ukraine and the United States. A total of 338 MPs voted in favor of the ratification.
On May 8, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Ukrainians on the occasion of the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II from the center of Kyiv. He noted the parallels between Ukraine's struggle today and the events of 80 years ago and emphasized that this day reminds us of an important pattern — any evil must end.
On May 8, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Ukrainians on the occasion of the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II from the center of Kyiv. He noted the parallels between Ukraine's struggle today and the events of 80 years ago and emphasized that this day reminds us of an important pattern — any evil must end.
May 8 marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazism in Europe in World War II.
May 8 marks the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazism in Europe in World War II.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Ukraine's proposal to cease fire for at least 30 days remains in force.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Ukraine's proposal to cease fire for at least 30 days remains in force.
Pavlo Danyliuk from Vinnytsia region was returned from Russian captivity during the regular exchange of prisoners of war on May 6. The defender's mother, Nina Chuhuievska, shared her first emotions with Suspilne.
Pavlo Danyliuk from Vinnytsia region was returned from Russian captivity during the regular exchange of prisoners of war on May 6. The defender's mother, Nina Chuhuievska, shared her first emotions with Suspilne.
In Zaporizhzhia, the aftermath of the May 6 Russian attack continues. In particular, a Russian "Shahed" destroyed a house in the private sector. Another seven were damaged.
In Zaporizhzhia, the aftermath of the May 6 Russian attack continues. In particular, a Russian "Shahed" destroyed a house in the private sector. Another seven were damaged.
Three months ago, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the transition of the Defense Forces to a corps system. A corps is an army unit consisting of 5-6 brigades fighting on the same frontline under a permanent unified command. It consists of various units — tank, unmanned aerial vehicle, artillery, etc., in addition to aviation.
Three months ago, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the transition of the Defense Forces to a corps system. A corps is an army unit consisting of 5-6 brigades fighting on the same frontline under a permanent unified command. It consists of various units — tank, unmanned aerial vehicle, artillery, etc., in addition to aviation.
