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European Federation of Journalists calls for stronger sanctions against Russia The international community can be slow to respond to the issue of Russias unlawful detention of Ukrainian journalists, so European society must continuously pressure decision-makers and strengthen sanctions against the aggressor.

Danish human rights activists: 17,000 Ukrainian prisoners from TOT deported to Russia The Danish Institute Against Torture (DIGNITY) has documented the unlawful deportation of 17,000 Ukrainian prisoners from the temporarily occupied territories (TOT) of Ukraine to the Russian Federation and insists that these facts be included in legal proceedings and that those responsible be held accountable.

SBU detains UOC-MP cleric accused of guiding Russian missile strike on Odesa Ukraines Security Service (SBU) has detained a cleric of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate (UOC-MP) accused of directing a Russian Iskander missile strike on Odesa in March 2024.

Japanese company tests mine-detection drone in Ukraine The Japanese company Prodrone conducted tests in Ukraine on a drone designed to detect anti-personnel mines from the air.

Zelensky discusses air defense, sanctions, peace process with U.S. Congress members President Volodymyr Zelensky met with members of the U.S. Congress Richard Blumenthal and Jim Himes to discuss continued support for Ukraine, with a focus on strengthening air defense systems.

SSU, National Police of Ukraine uncover new draft evasion schemes, detain 10 organizers involved in illegal operations across several regions of Ukraine The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police of Ukraine uncovered new draft evasion schemes and detained 10 organizers involved in illegal operations across several regions of Ukraine.

War update: 256 clashes reported on frontline as fighting intensifies near Pokrovsk A total of 256 combat engagements between Ukraines Defense Forces and Russian troops were recorded on May 27, with nearly 50 attacks concentrated in the Pokrovsk sector.

Zelensky announces new long-range strikes on Russias oil industry Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced new long-range operations against Russia following a meeting with Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Andrii Hnatov.

Ukraine, partner diplomats discuss countering Russias shadow fleet Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Pavlo Palisa, together with Presidential Sanctions Policy Commissioner Vladyslav Vlasiuk and representatives of the Security Service of Ukraine and the Office of the Prosecutor General, held a meeting with diplomats from partner countries.

Admissions 2026: Oldest registered NMT participant is over 70 years old The number of people wishing to take the national multi-subject test has increased significantly in Ukraine: this year, 355,000 people registered for the National Multidisciplinary Test (NMT) (including a 70-year-old applicant), compared to 317,000 last year.

Zelensky comments on letter to Trump, U.S. Congress: Situation requires urgent action Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky explained why he sent a letter to U.S. President Donald Trump and the U.S. Congress regarding the critical shortage of air defense systems.

Ukraine launches Battle Proven defense startup competition The Brave1 defense technology cluster, with support from the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, has announced the opening of applications for the annual Battle Proven defense startup competition.

Ukraine to back up to 1GW of new renewable energy projects in 2026 At the initiative of the Ministry of Energy, the government has updated the rules for holding auctions that include support for new renewable energy projects with a total capacity of up to 1 GW.

France summons Russian ambassador over massive strikes on Ukraine and threats against diplomats France summoned the Russian Federations ambassador following the Russian Federations massive strikes on Ukraine last weekend and amid unacceptable threats against Ukrainian civilians and foreign diplomats.

Ukrenergo forecasts no power outages on Thursday No electricity consumption restrictions are planned in Ukraine for Thursday, May 28.

Ukrainian drones strike Nebo-SV radar, Buk-M2 air defense command vehicle, enemy warehouses The Unmanned Systems Forces carried out a series of strikes against key Russian military targets in the temporarily occupied territories of the Luhansk, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions.

Ukraine denies Russian claim of capturing Hraniv village in Kharkiv region The Armed Forces of Ukraine have rejected reports that Russian troops have allegedly captured the village of Hraniv in Ukraines Kharkiv region.

Drone strike on shopping mall in Odesa: number of casualties rises to eight Eight people were injured in Odesa after a drone struck a shopping mall on the afternoon of May 27.

Zelensky discusses EU accession, strengthening air defense with von der Leyen President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky discussed Ukraines path to membership in the European Union and efforts to strengthen Ukrainian air defense with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.

Russians shell childrens playground in Kherson: one person killed, mother and two daughters injured Russian forces shelled the Korabelnyi district of Kherson using multiple launch rocket systems. A childrens playground where parents and children were spending time came under enemy fire.

Russian drone hits shopping center in Odesa, four injured In the city of Odesa on May 27, a Russian drone struck a shopping center, leaving four people injured.

Russians strike Zaporizhzhia district with drones, injuring two people Two women were wounded as a result of enemy FPV drone attacks in the Zaporizhzhia district.

Ukraines MFA: Opening of Belarusian democratic forces mission progressive step for Ukraine The opening of a mission of Belarusian democratic forces in Kyiv has launched an official dialogue between Ukraine and the Belarusian democratic opposition and marked an important, progressive step in developing cooperation.

Defense of Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia regions: Zelensky holds meeting on frontline situation President Volodymyr Zelensky said that during a defense meeting, officials reviewed the situation in the Kharkiv region, primarily on the Kupiansk axis, as well as in the Donetsk region and on the Zaporizhzhia front.

Pope Leo XIV reacts to intensified mass attacks on Ukraine Pope Leo XIV expressed concern over the intensification of Russias mass attacks on Ukraine and voiced support for civilians affected by the strikes.

Russia prepares additional mobilization – Zelensky President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he has information about preparations for additional mobilization in Russia: the Russian leadership has set the task of increasing the occupation contingent by tens of thousands.

Ukraine gradually gains advantage over Russia thanks to drones – Dutch Chief of Defence General Onno Eichelsheim, Chief of Defence of the Netherlands Armed Forces, stated that Ukraine is gradually gaining an advantage over Russia thanks to the development and effective use of unmanned technologies.

Investigators publish documents detailing Russias hybrid operations in Europe The Kremlin is coordinating large-scale hybrid operations across Europe aimed at discrediting Ukraine and fueling internal conflicts within EU member states.

Russian strike on farm in Chernihiv region kills one person, injures another In the Korop community of Ukraines Chernihiv region, a farm worker was killed and a tractor driver wounded as a result of Russian attacks.

Russian forces shell Pavlohrad, causing damage Russian forces attacked Pavlohrad in Ukraines Dnipropetrovsk region, sparking a fire in the town.