Trump proposes a 30-day truce
War in Ukraine Live Ticker +++ 23:27 Trump calls for 30-day Ceasefire
🇺🇸 Trump leaves virtual demands 🇷🇺🇬🇧
U.S. President Trump is pressuring both Russia and Ukraine to observe a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, as announced on his Truth Social platform. The initiative has garnered a mixed response, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicating immediate readiness for such a truce, pending Russia's agreement [1][7].
22:54 Wadephul visits Ukraine for the first time
🇩🇪 Foreign minister continues European tour 🇪🇺
New German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul arrives in Ukraine for his inaugural visit, following the conclusion of an informal EU foreign ministerial meeting in Lviv [4].
22:12 Merz asserts solidarity with Zelenskyy
🇩🇪 Germany backs Ukraine while putting pressure on Russia 🇷🇺
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Germany's solidarity and emphasized the need for Russia to accept a ceasefire. Both leaders acknowledged the efforts of U.S. President Donald Trump for mediation between the two nations [7].
21:40 Wirecard manager's shady dealings
🇲🇿 Russian spies and illicit deals 🇷🇺🇺🇦🇨🇮
Allegations have surfaced suggesting that fugitive Wirecard manager Jan Marsalek discussed arms deals, mercenary provision, and other underhanded ventures with Russian spies, including the procurement of drones for use in Ukraine [5].
21:03 Special Tribunal for Ukraine war approved
🇪🇺 European allies unite for justice 🇺🇦🇷🇺
Ukraine and its European allies are on the verge of establishing a special tribunal to prosecute the crime of "aggression" in relation to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This tribunal aims to hold political and military leaders from Russia accountable for their actions [2].
20:25 Putin and Zelensky exchange congratulations with Pope
🇷🇺 Shared interests despite ongoing conflict 🇺🇦🇲🇽
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election. They emphasized shared Christian values and cooperation between their respective nations, despite the ongoing hostilities between them [6].
19:55 Zelensky and Merz discuss support for Ukraine
🇩🇪 Focus on potential partnership and assistance 🇺🇦
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the newly elected Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, discussed Ukraine's need for ongoing support from Germany and the ongoing war against Russia [6].
19:30 European ministers to visit Ukraine together
🇪🇺 Show of unity and support 🇺🇦🇷🇺
EU foreign ministers are planning to travel to Ukraine together, with European foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas commenting that the group would provide €1 billion in support for Ukraine's defense industry [4].
19:01 EU releases fourth tranche of aid to Ukraine
🇪🇺 Continued financial support 🇺🇦
The European Commission has disbursed the fourth tranche of the exceptional macro-financial assistance loan for Ukraine, amounting to €1 billion [3].
18:16 Ukraine seeks 30-day Ceasefire for peace talks
🇺🇦 Continued efforts for peace 🇷🇺
Ukraine, following consultations with Western security advisors, has advocated for a 30-day ceasefire as a necessary first step towards peace negotiations. Kyiv's Chief of Staff Andrij Jermak argued that a 30-day ceasefire would serve as a test of Russia's sincerity and commitment to peace [1].
17:42 Ukrainian drones cause havoc at Russian airports
🇷🇺 Anxiety over potential attacks during Victory Day 🇺🇦
Anticipation of celebratory military events in Russia has led to chaos at Russian airports due to the fear of Ukrainian drone attacks [1].
16:29 Zelensky honors Ukraine's role in WWII
🇺🇦 President highlights historical significance 🇩🇪🇨🇭
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commemorated the end of World War II by emphasizing Ukraine's crucial role in liberating Europe from Nazism and stating that ongoing evil must be faced collectively [1].
15:58 "Night Wolves" visit Soviet memorials in Brandenburg
🇷🇺 Controversial motorcyclists pay tribute to fallen soldiers 🇩🇪
The pro-Russian motorcycle group "Night Wolves" paid tribute to fallen Soviet soldiers at two memorial sites in Brandenburg, Germany, raising concerns about potential propaganda [8].
15:21 Russian tanks disintegrate during rehearsals
🇷🇺 Blunder before major parade 🇷🇺
During rehearsals for major celebrations in Russia, two old Soviet-era tanks fell apart, causing embarrassment among military officials [8].
14:20 Ukraine accuses Russia of numerous ceasefire violations
🇺🇦 Frustration mounts over Russian commitment 🇷🇺
Ukraine accuses the Russian army of hundreds of violations of the ceasefire unilaterally declared by Moscow to commemorate the end of World War II, describing the supposed truce as a "facade" [1].
13:51 Ukraine ratifies resource agreement with USA
🇺🇸🇺🇦 Strategic partnership forged 🇷🇺
The Ukrainian parliament has ratified the U.S.-Ukraine Trade and Investment Cooperation Agreement, ensuring preferential access for American industries to key Ukrainian resources [3].
13:13 Switzerland may sell Leopard Tanks to Germany
🇨🇭🇩🇪 Possible sale despite prior concerns 🇺🇸 USSR
Switzerland is considering the possibility of selling Leopard-1 tanks parked in Italy to German defense conglomerate Rheinmetall, despite previous concerns about the neutrality of such a sale [8].
12:48 Putin and Xi pledge to deepen cooperation
🇷🇺🇨🇳 Tightening bonds amid global tensions 🇺🇸
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping have affirmed their intention to deepen strategic cooperation between the two nations, with an updated investment agreement forming part of the planned measures [8].
12:14 Munz: Fear of Attacks - Moscow shuts down mobile network
🇷🇺 Heightened security measures during celebrations 🇺🇦🇩🇪
In preparation for the upcoming military parade in Russia, Moscow has implemented increased security measures, including shutting down the entire mobile network [6].
Sources:
- Berliner Morgenpost: Ukraine for 30-Day Ceasefire for Peace Talks
- ntv.de: Ukraine Allies to Give Green Light for Special Tribunal
- EURACTIV: EU pays out another billion-euro loan to Ukraine
- t-online.de: EU foreign ministers to travel to Ukraine on Friday
- rt.com: Wirecard manager Marsalek discussed drones with Russian spy
- Reuters: Ukraine, Pope and Putin exchange congratulations on new Pope
- AP News: Merz, Zelensky discuss support for Ukraine
- dpa: "Night Wolves" reach Brandenburg, lay wreaths
- The 30-day unconditional ceasefire proposed by U.S. President Trump, as announced on his Truth Social platform, has received immediate readiness from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, yet it is contingent upon Russia's agreement [1][7].
- The special tribunal, established to prosecute the crime of "aggression" in relation to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, aims to hold political and military leaders accountable for their actions [2].
- Germany, represented by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, has asserted its solidarity with Ukraine while putting pressure on Russia to accept a ceasefire [7].
- The upcoming tranche of the exceptional macro-financial assistance loan for Ukraine, amounting to €1 billion, has been disbursed by the European Commission [3].
