US President Donald Trump is taking an unconventional and often controversial approach to diplomacy in his attempts to reach a "peace deal" to end Russia's war against Ukraine. To this end, he is enlisting the help of unofficial mediators, including businessman Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, who have not been confirmed by the Senate for diplomatic posts.

Deputy Head of the Cyber Police Department Volodymyr Kryvolapov lives in a luxury apartment in Kyiv that was bought by his Russian brother. Another apartment next door was purchased by the law enforcement officer’s mother, who remains in Russian-occupied territory together with his father, who supports Russia’s war against Ukraine on social media.

The administration of US President Donald Trump is "very optimistic" about the negotiation process to end Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has made it clear he will not compromise on a "peace deal", believing he is making sufficient progress on the battlefield and is prepared to wait until Ukraine agrees to what he calls his "fair conditions".

The High Anti-Corruption Court has ordered pre-trial detention for Timur Mindich, co-owner of the Kvartal 95 Studio.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that every day he makes important decisions focused on strengthening Ukraine. The resignation of the head of the Presidential Office, Andrii Yermak, is one of them.

French President Emmanuel Macron has said that the "coalition of the willing" has already completed work on security guarantees for Ukraine and intends to discuss them with the United States.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that, following talks with the Americans, the peace plan on Ukraine now "looks better", but the territorial issue remains the most difficult one.

Before his dismissal, Head of the President’s Office Andriy Yermak reportedly had a "meltdown" at Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Talks between the Ukrainian and US delegations held in Florida were devoted almost entirely to the issue of the future border between Ukraine and Russia as part of a possible peace deal.