The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Eurovision excitement builds in Liverpool

LIVERPOOL, England: Excitement was building in Liverpool on Saturday for the Grand Final of Eurovision 2023, a musical spectacular that will walk a tightrope between reflecting the situation in Ukraine and steering clear of overt politics.

Bangkok Post · May 13, 2023

Ukraine's Zelenskiy lands in Germany in bid to shore up support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has landed in Berlin, according to a post on his Twitter feed, as the leader seeks to shore up support from key allies against Russia's invasion.

Reuters · May 13, 2023

Blow for Mae Muller's UK Eurovision entry ahead of contest

Bookies make 'I wrote a song' outside bet for grand final with very long odds to win

Wales Online · May 13, 2023

'Singing is healing': In war-torn Ukraine, Eurovision is a symbol of hope

Father Vitaliy Novak has driven more than 100,000 miles to help those affected by the war, and is proud to see how Liverpool has honoured the incredible spirit of Ukraine

Liverpool Echo · May 13, 2023

Zelenskiy and pope discuss peace in Ukraine as Russia retreats in Bakhmut

Pope Francis offers help repatriating Ukrainian children from Russia as Volodymyr Zelenskiy meets select leaders in Italy

The Guardian - UK · May 13, 2023

Rheinmetall and Ukraine's Ukroboronprom form JV to build, repair tanks

Rheinmetall has founded a joint venture with Ukrainian state-owned conglomerate Ukroboronprom to build and repair tanks in Ukraine, the company said on Saturday.

Reuters · May 13, 2023

Four Russian military aircraft shot down near Ukraine, Russian daily reports

Russian news outlet Kommersant said two Russian fighter jets and two military helicopters had been shot down on Saturday close to the Ukrainian border, in what would be a spectacular coup for Kyiv if confirmed.

Reuters · May 13, 2023

EU must speed up supply of ammunition to Ukraine - Borrell

The European Union must speed up the supply of ammunition to Ukraine as the country's forces need 1,000 artillery shells every day in the Bakhmut area alone, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Saturday.

Reuters · May 13, 2023

‘Disorganised’ Russian retreat highlights severe shortage of troops, says UK

Ukraine has forced Russian soldiers into a disorganised retreat from the southern flank of Bakhmut where it launched a full-frontal operation a year ago.

Evening Standard · May 13, 2023

President Zelenskyy meets with the pope at the Vatican

The Ukrainian president held talks in Rome, where he received pledges of both open-ended military and financial support as well as stronger backing for Ukraine's aim to join the European Union.

WEKU · May 13, 2023