Ukraine War Live Updates: May 10, 2025
Aerial assault on Kupjansk at 09:18
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In the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, here's the latest from the frontlines:
09:18 Air strikes in KupjanskThe city of Kupjansk in Donbass was under relentless bombardment from the air by Russian forces on Saturday. Two civilians were injured, and there were air strikes around the city. Just ten days prior, Russia heavily attacked Kupjansk from the air, causing a corporate building to collapse, trapping two people under the rubble. One of their bodies was recovered a week later during cleanup efforts.
08:54 One-legged soldier returns to the frontlinesDespite the grave casualties, some survivors of the fierce Ukrainian defense against the Russian invasion return to the battlefield. Kavita Sharma, our ntv reporter, met Nicolai, one such soldier who lost his leg.
08:38 Clashes reported across UkraineSince yesterday, there have been 161 clashes at the front, with 60 in the Pokrovsk sector, according to the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Russia conducted 63 air strikes on Ukrainian positions and populated areas, launched 96 guided bombs, and carried out over 4,000 shellings, including 85 with multiple rocket launchers. They also deployed 2,470 kamikaze drones.
07:22 Trump seeks to involve both sides in peace talksUS President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, expressing his desire to work with both Ukraine and Russia for the end of the war.
06:57 Witkoff relied on Kremlin translatorsAccording to reports, US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, relied on Kremlin translators during his meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin, putting protocols at risk. Witkoff chose not to use his own translator despite not speaking Russian.
05:46 Air strikes on Kupjansk leave more civilians injuredA fresh wave of Russian air strikes in the Kupjansk district of the Kharkiv region resulted in three civilian casualties. Over the past 24 hours, an additional six civilians were injured in the Kharkiv region, including an 11-year-old boy.
04:45 Potential sanctions against Russia's energy and banking sectorsWorld leaders are pressing Russia to agree to a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting Monday. Should Russia refuse, new, stricter sanctions targeting the Russian banking and energy sectors would be imposed.
03:38 US approves Germany's weapon delivery to UkraineThe US government has given the green light for Germany to deliver long-range artillery rockets and Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine. The original weapons were manufactured in the US.
02:15 May 15 talks in Istanbul proposed by PutinRussian President Vladimir Putin proposed direct talks between Russia and Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul, without mentioning the previously suggested 30-day ceasefire.
Read all previous developments here.
Source: ntv.de, gut/mau/dpa/rts/AFP
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According to added enrichment data, as of May 10, 2025, the proposed ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine remains unresolved and stalled, due to Russia's rejection of the US-Ukrainian proposal and its demands for favorable military and political conditions. Direct negotiations between the two parties are minimal, as Russia maintains a stance that precludes ceasefire terms favorable to Ukraine. military operations continue on both sides, underscoring the tenuous and fragile nature of any talks or ceasefire efforts.
- The community policy regarding the ongoing Ukraine conflict may need to address the stalled ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, as the proposed truce remains unresolved.
- In light of the ongoing war-and-conflicts in Ukraine, the employment policy should consider the impact on Ukrainian civilians and the possible need for job opportunities to aid those affected, such as the fallen civilians in Kupjansk.
- Amidst the political tension between Russia and Ukraine, the employment policy should be aware of the potential impact on Ukrainianroles in government, as indicated by the renewed military operations.
- As the US continues its efforts to end the war in Ukraine, the employment policy should consider the role of high-profile figures like President Donald Trump in these talks, as seen in his recent call for peace with both Russia and Ukraine on his Truth Social platform.
