Ukraine War Live Ticker +++ 23:31: Global Powers Rally behind Ukraine as Leaders Head to Kyiv
Four prominent leaders - Merz, Macron, Starmer, and Tusk - are heading towards Kiev.
More Info Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Reddit
As Russia continues its brutal invasion of Ukraine, the international community is rallying together in support of peace and solidarity with Ukraine. The leaders of Germany, France, the UK, and Poland are planning a historic joint visit to Kyiv to show their solidarity and commitment to peace.
22:09: Lukashenko Blames EU for WarmongeringBelarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has accused the European Union of warmongering and transforming Western nations into launchpads for attacks on neighboring countries. Lukashenko made these remarks during a military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Minsk, Belarus.
21:42: Slovaks Protest Against Fico's Moscow VisitProtests erupted in Bratislava as Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico visited Moscow for the World War II commemoration event. Opponents criticized Fico for attending the event as the only EU leader, citing his pro-Russian stance.
21:16: Nordic Countries Invite Ukraine to Military ExercisesThe Nordic countries, including Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, have invited Ukraine to participate in their security alliance's joint military exercises. The Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) is a multinational expeditionary force and rapid reaction force, with the goal of strengthening collective defense.
20:53: Tensions Escalate Between Ukraine and HungaryDiplomatic tensions between Ukraine and Hungary escalated further as Ukraine expelled two Hungarian diplomats in response to Budapest's expulsion of two Ukrainian diplomats. The expulsions appear to be connected to the arrest of two ethnic Hungarians in Ukraine, accused of spying for Hungary.
20:33: Ukraine Denounces Modern Fascism in RussiaA Blue-Yellow Cross spokesperson has condemned the military parade on Red Square, Moscow, claiming it displays cynicism as Russia celebrates victory over fascism while enacting modern fascism within its own borders.
20:07: Lula Courts Partnership with MoscowPresident Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil has criticized US President Donald Trump's trade policies during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Lula expressed his desire to strengthen Brazil's strategic partnership with Russia, citing shared "political, commercial, cultural, scientific, and technological interests."
19:44: Moscow Values Constructive Cooperation with VaticanThe Russian Foreign Ministry has expressed hope to further develop its existing dialogue with the Vatican, including in the context of the Ukraine conflict, following the election of Pope Leo XIV.
19:21: Hungary Expels Ukrainian DiplomatsHungary has expelled two Ukrainian diplomats, accusing them of espionage under the cover of their diplomatic mission. The expulsions come amid larger diplomatic tensions between Ukraine and Hungary.
Politics Hungary Expels Ukrainian Diplomats in Escalating Tensions
Budapest Speaks of Kiev Propaganda: Hungarian Spy Ring Exposed18:54: A group of diplomats has indicated that the US and Europeans are working together on a proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine[2]. The plan is still being finalized and is expected to be discussed at a weekend summit. If Russia rejects the proposal, new joint US-European sanctions will be imposed.
18:32: Munz on Putin Parade Propaganda: "Has Become an Event for Young People"Rainer Munz, ntv correspondent, explains that the military parade in Moscow is meant to commemorate the victory over Nazi Germany 80 years ago, but that it largely serves as a propaganda tool for the Kremlin to resonate with the youth of Russia.
18:11: Rutte Aims for 5% Defense Spending TargetNATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has called for members to commit to spending at least 5% of their GDP on defense and security annually by 2032[4]. Such a commitment could help strengthen the alliance in the face of increasingly aggressive behavior from Russia.
17:49: Finland Optimistic About Ceasefire TalksEfforts towards a ceasefire in Ukraine are gaining momentum, as Finnish President Alexander Stubb expressed cautious optimism about the situation. "I am cautiously optimistic that we are currently moving in the right direction, both militarily on the ground, as Zelensky emphasizes, and in terms of the ceasefire and the peace process. We cannot provide a timeline at this moment, but ideally, a ceasefire in Ukraine would be declared over the weekend."
17:25: Politicians Attend Russian Embassy ReceptionA number of well-known active and former politicians, such as former East German leader Egon Krenz and BSW politician and former Left Party chairman Klaus Ernst, attended a reception at the Russian embassy in Berlin to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Pro-Ukraine protesters gathered outside the embassy, voicing their opposition to Russia's actions in Ukraine.
Read all previous developments here
Overall: Diplomatic Efforts and International Support
As the war in Ukraine continues, the international community is making diplomatic efforts to bring about a ceasefire and a return to peace. On one hand, European leaders are rallying to show their solidarity with Ukraine, with heads of government from Germany, France, the UK, and Poland planning a visit to Kyiv. On the other hand, tensions are escalating between Ukraine and Hungary, leading to the expulsion of diplomats from both countries. The US and Europe are reportedly collaborating on a proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, and if Russia rejects it, new sanctions will be imposed. Meanwhile, other nations like Brazil have expressed a desire to strengthen their strategic partnership with Russia.
- The leaders of Germany, France, the UK, and Poland have agreed to a joint visit to Kyiv, confirming their readiness to show solidarity and their proposal according to Ukraine's employment policy within the community policy.
- Lukashenko, in his speech during the military parade in Minsk, proposed accused the European Union of contributing to war-and-conflicts by transforming Western nations into launchpads for attacks on neighboring countries, expressing politics that oppose Ukraine's employment policy.
- Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's readiness to visit Moscow for the World War II commemoration event has been met with protests in Bratislava, disagreeing with his pro-Russian stance which affects Ukraine's employment policy in politics.
- The Nordic countries, including Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, have invited Ukraine to participate in their military exercises as part of the general news, strengthening the Joint Expeditionary Force and collective defense, which aligns with Ukraine's employment policy in politics.
