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Zelensky
The visit was originally scheduled for mid-May but was postponed due to a Russian offensive in Kharkiv region.
May. 27
Zelensky
The printing house was targeted by Russian missiles on May 23, resulting in seven fatalities, over 20 injuries, and the destruction of 50,000 publications.
May. 26
Ukraine
This 'leak' comes with the appointment of economist Andrey Belousov as defence minister being seen by Western analysts as a move to prepare the Russian economy for a prolonged war.
May. 25
Zelensky
President Zelensky has already reacted to the Russian attack, stating: “Extremely brutal Russian attack against Kharkiv and Lubotyn – according to preliminary data, 15 missiles at once.”
May. 23
War in Ukraine
On May 20, 2019, Zelensky began his five-year term as President of Ukraine. The next presidential election was set for March 31, 2024, but Russia's invasion pushed this issue into the background.
May. 20
Ukraine
The 37-year-old Usyk described his victory over Fury as a "great moment" for himself, his family, and his country.
May. 20
War in Ukraine
Zelensky said Russian troops had managed to advance between five to 10 kilometers along the northeastern border before being stopped by Ukrainian forces, but warned it may only be the “first wave.”
May. 19
Zelensky
Diplomatic sources say the Ukrainian president’s trip, which was also to include Portugal, was cancelled due to his country's complex situation in the face of the Russian offensive.
May. 15
War in Ukraine
Zelensky highlighted the urgency of disrupting Russian offensive strategies and urged allies to expedite arms deliveries.
May. 12
Zelensky
Ukraine's Minister of Justice, says that,beause of wartime regulations, President Zelensky will remain the legitimate head of state even though the five-year term expires on May 21.
May. 11
War in Ukraine
Intense fighting continues as Russian forces attempt an offensive on the eastern front. Washington announced a new $400 million military aid package for Kyiv hours after the offensive began.
May. 10
War in Ukraine
An unnamed senior Ukrainian military source revealed that Russian forces aim to push Ukrainian troops back up to 10 km to establish a buffer zone, but Kyiv’s forces are resisting.
May. 10
Zelensky
President Zelensky issued separate decrees releasing Zaluzhny from military service and granting him the right to wear a military uniform.
May. 10
Zelensky
After assassination plot, Zelensky fires security head; Pentagon works to stop Russian access to SpaceX satellites; Germany to send Kyiv three HIMARS; Ukraine goes after more Russian oil depots.
May. 10
Zelensky
In 2015 Brigadier General Olexandr Trepak was awarded the title of “Hero of Ukraine,” along with the order of the Golden Star. He was portrayed in the 2017 Ukrainian film “Cyborgs.”
May. 9
Zelensky
Russian milbloggers accuse Kyiv of the indiscriminate use of anti-personnel mines, some of which they claim are fitted with motion detectors. Kyiv Post examines the veracity of those assertions.
May. 8