Zelenskyy: Ukraine needs NATO, but NATO needs Ukraine just as much Photo: Getty Images Ukraine continues to face a shortage of PAC-3 interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defense system, although deliveries from the United States have not stopped. At the same ti Photo: EPA Hungary could serve as a venue for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said in an interview with Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung . He also stated Photo: Getty Images Greece has formally protested to Ukraine over an incident involving a sea drone discovered near the Greek coast, according to Greek media reports. Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Photo: EPA Tensions between Poland and Ukraine have escalated after Polish politicians intensified criticism of Kyiv over a recent naming decision involving a Ukrainian military unit. Marcin Przyda Photo: Getty Images Friedrich Merz has called for the opening of the first negotiation cluster in Ukraine’s EU accession process, emphasizing that bilateral issues with Hungary should not block the “You’ve completely gone crazy”: Trump reportedly lashes out at Netanyahu over Lebanon, accuses him of ingratitude Photo: EPA US President Donald Trump has reportedly asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping to help bring an end to the war in Ukraine. According to South China Morning Post , citing sources familiar with Photo: Getty Images U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States wants Ukraine to be able to defend itself and will find ways to support that goal, while also encouraging European alli Photo: depositphotos President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed two decrees enacting decisions of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council to synchronize Ukrainian sanctions with the European Un Photo: Getty Images The United States has issued an ultimatum to Iran, making compliance with its demands a condition for lifting what it described as an “unprecedented naval blockade” and reopening Photo: Pro Lider FM Romanian authorities have decided to shut down Russia’s consulate in Constanța and declare the Russian consul persona non grata following a nighttime incident in the city of GalaUS at UN calls Russian strikes on Kyiv a “barbaric escalation” and urges talks Photo: depositphotos NATO has condemned Russia’s “irresponsible actions” after a Russian drone struck a residential building in Romania during Moscow’s overnight attack on Ukrainian infrastructure n Photo: G7AmbReformUA/twitter Ambassadors of the G7 countries have confirmed that they will continue working in Kyiv despite renewed Russian threats of possible strikes on the Ukrainian capital. In Photo: Getty Images The European Union has made corrections to remarks by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas regarding the alleged “departure” of the US embassy from Kyiv. According to information Photo: EPA China is increasingly presenting itself as a reliable pillar on the international stage, despite pursuing controversial policies, as global leaders continue to travel to meet President Xi Photo: depositphotos Ukraine’s parliament has ratified an agreement with the European Union for a €90 billion loan package, which includes strict conditions related to democracy, the rule of law, anZelensky has sent Trump an urgent letter regarding a critical shortage of air defense systems Photo: EPA An analysis published by the Financial Times argues that both Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump underestimated their opponents, expecting quick and decisive victories — but instead became e Photo: RBC Ukraine is ready to discuss with European partners the possibility of introducing localized ceasefire formats with Russia, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said during comments to journalis Photo: Getty Images Ukrainian officials are reportedly holding confidential negotiations in Berlin with European security advisers from the E3 countries (Germany, France, and the United Kingdom) , Photo: open sources Head of the Russian State Duma Defense Committee Andrey Kartapolov claimed that Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada and the Presidential Office are not the “decision-making centers” that Mo Photo: Getty Images Following Russia’s latest threats to carry out “systemic” strikes on Kyiv, the European Union summoned Russia’s chargé d’affaires to protest the statements and demand an end to aUkraine’s parliament rejects bill on taxing international parcels: what’s next Photo: Getty Images Russia plans to almost completely shut down the airspace over Moscow and surrounding central regions for civilian aviation beginning in early June 2026. The restrictions will app Photo: EPA Five NATO member states opposed a proposal by Mark Rutte to require allies to allocate 0.25% of their GDP to military assistance for Ukraine, according to The Telegraph. Under Rutte’s pr Photo: EPA Russian President Vladimir Putin is entering what many insiders describe as the most difficult period of his rule, according to a report by The Guardian. Journalists spoke with people cl Photo: t.me/dsns_telegram European and international leaders have strongly condemned Russia’s large-scale overnight attack on Kyiv, calling it an act of terror and a sign of strategic failure by Mos Photo: depositphotos The United States and Iran could announce a preliminary agreement as early as today, according to Axios. The proposed deal would reportedly extend the current ceasefire for 60 dUS and India seek new energy solutions as Rubio meets Modi Photo: EPA President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed back against a proposal by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggesting a special “associate membership” status for Ukraine in the European Union, Photo: Getty Images The head of Estonia’s Foreign Intelligence Service, Kaido Rosin, told CNN that Russian President Vladimir Putin may have only a few months left to negotiate from a position of st Photo: EPA Czech President Petr Pavel urged NATO to “show its teeth” and take a tougher stance against Russia, including potentially shooting down Russian aircraft violating allied airspace and disc Photo: EPA According to the outlet, the main focus right now is ending the war. U.S. President Donald Trump convened a meeting with his top national security team on May 22 to discuss the war with Photo: EPA Slovenian SDS party leader Janez Janša has been elected prime minister after securing a majority vote in the National Assembly, giving him the mandate to form a new government. During thTrump and Netanyahu clash over the future of the war with Iran — CNN Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine According to the presidential adviser, Lukashenko should be judged by his actions rather than his words. Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko said he is Photo: EPA The leaders’ summit of the group is scheduled for June 15–17 in France. Syria will take part in the G7 summit in France next month as a guest country. Damascus will be represented by Syr Photo: Getty Images The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) reviewed the complaint filed by former Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak regarding the preventive measure Photo: Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz/Х German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has sent a letter to EU leaders proposing a new “associated member” status for Ukraine within the European Union, according to Photo: ZN Xi Jinping is increasingly shaping a new global order by exploiting the weakening position of the United States, Russia’s war against Ukraine, and China’s strategic partnership with VladimThe Washington Post: Putin arrived to see Xi for a gas deal — and once again left empty-handed Photo: Getty Images NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Russia would face “devastating consequences” if it decided to use nuclear weapons against Ukraine. Speaking at a press conference in Bruss Photo: EPA According to Reuters, the administration of US President Donald Trump is preparing to inform NATO allies about a reduction in American military capabilities that could be used to support Photo: Getty Images Investigative journalists from the project Schemes (Radio Liberty) report that Boris Yermak, father of Andriy Yermak, traveled to Russia at the end of 2019. According to the rep Photo: EPA China’s Foreign Ministry has denied a report by the Financial Times claiming that Chinese leader Xi Jinping spoke critically about Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine during a meeting w Photo: Getty Images Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly told US President Donald Trump during talks in Beijing that Russian leader Vladimir Putin may come to regret his decision to invade UkrainKyiv reacts to joint nuclear exercises by Russia and Belarus Photo: EPA The United States will extend a sanctions exemption allowing limited purchases of Russian oil for another 30 days, according to Reuters. The previous waiver expired on Saturday, but the Photo: Getty Images The European Union is continuing discussions over a possible negotiator for future talks with Russia, but member states have not yet agreed on a single candidate, according to P Photo: Getty Images According to media reports, the full bail amount for former head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak — who is suspected of laundering money on an especially large scale — ha Photo: EPA Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that European leaders who want dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin can simply call him directly. Commenting on discussions in Europe ab Photo: Getty Images Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that strikes on Moscow and the surrounding region serve as a clear signal to Russian forces not to engage in an unjust war against Ukr