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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 12.05.2025.
It displays 60 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
12.05.2025 ⇢ Day of Kremlin Silence as Istanbul Meeting Approaches
⌨Diplomatic pressure intensified as Germany set an end-of-day deadline for Putin to accept a 30-day ceasefire. China voiced support for the proposal, while EU foreign ministers met in London to coordinate Ukraine support and new sanctions. Despite Putin's previous announcements, reports indicated fighting never paused along the front line, with 133 clashes recorded by day's end.
By afternoon, Trump declared Thursday's Russia-Ukraine meeting "very important" and considered attending personally—a move Zelensky called "the right idea." Zelensky later discussed meeting details with Erdogan, while noting Moscow's continued silence regarding the Istanbul talks.
On the ground, Russian drones struck an energy company vehicle in Sumy region, killing one worker and wounding three others. Combat remained heaviest in the Pokrovsk sector, where Ukrainian forces repelled 50 Russian assaults amid continued fighting despite diplomatic initiatives.
By afternoon, Trump declared Thursday's Russia-Ukraine meeting "very important" and considered attending personally—a move Zelensky called "the right idea." Zelensky later discussed meeting details with Erdogan, while noting Moscow's continued silence regarding the Istanbul talks.
On the ground, Russian drones struck an energy company vehicle in Sumy region, killing one worker and wounding three others. Combat remained heaviest in the Pokrovsk sector, where Ukrainian forces repelled 50 Russian assaults amid continued fighting despite diplomatic initiatives.
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Росія все ще не погодилась на перемир'я з 12 травня, а конкретних санкційних рішень поки що немає
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Голова ДПС розповідає про те, скільки податків сплачуватимуть громадяни в країні та за її межами. Що очікує ФОП. Та яка система оподаткування справедлива. Велика розмова у форматі публічного інтервʼю.
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Британський глава МЗС заявив, що нинішній виклик стосується не лише майбутнього України, а й має "екзистенційне значення" для всієї Європи
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04:37⇢Global Diplomatic Pincer Movement Closes On Putin
⌨The newspapers report on growing international diplomatic pressure on Putin regarding a ceasefire with Ukraine. Headlines indicate the US and China have reached an agreement while Putin remains resistant to peace (Glavcom). Media suggests unprecedented global pressure on the Kremlin may be nearing a "tipping point" involving diplomacy from the Vatican, Beijing, Istanbul, Brussels, and Washington (Kyiv Post). Meanwhile, foreign ministers from the EU will meet in London regarding Ukraine support, with Britain's Foreign Secretary emphasizing the "existential significance" for all of Europe (Liga.net, Pravda). The Guardian reportedly claims Zelensky's proposal for a personal meeting has seized initiative from Putin (UNIAN).
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The meeting follows Saturday’s visit by the leaders of France, Germany, Poland and the UK to Kyiv, where they called for Russia to agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire to allow for peace talks.
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“Diplomatic outreach must be backed up by real commitments and unified actions across NATO” transatlantic advocate tells Kyiv Post.
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Голова ДПС розповідає про те, скільки податків сплачуватимуть громадяни в країні та за її межами. Що очікує ФОП. Та яка система оподаткування справедлива. Велика розмова у форматі публічного інтервʼю.
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08:47⇢China Backs Ukraine's 30-Day Ceasefire Proposal
⌨The newspapers report on ongoing diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump is sending Rubio to Turkey for NATO talks on Ukraine (Kyiv Post), while China reportedly supports a 30-day ceasefire proposed by Ukraine, Europe, and the US (Ukrinform UA). Bloomberg describes Putin facing an ultimatum as Trump attempts to end the war (UNIAN). Meanwhile, Russia attacked with 108 drones overnight, with Ukrainian defenses downing 55 of them (Pravda). The military reports 155 combat engagements in the past day (Ukrinform). Domestic coverage includes tax payment discussions (LB.ua) and how MPs distribute gifts to voters during wartime (Glavcom).
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The Kremlin’s “Victory Ceasefire” marginally reduced the bombing and shelling and ground assaults, but the sides were pounding each other pretty much like normal on Monday.
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12:28⇢Putin Ignores Ceasefire Deadline As Fighting Continues
⌨The newspapers report on diplomatic tensions surrounding a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Germany has given Russia until the end of the day to agree to a 30-day ceasefire (Pravda, Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). Meanwhile, Putin's announced "Victory Ceasefire" has failed to materialize, with fighting continuing across the front line despite Kremlin claims (Kyiv Post, Glavcom). Radio Svoboda discusses how Trump's tariffs could impact ammunition costs for Ukraine. The situation reflects escalating pressure on Russia amid continuing combat operations.
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Ukrainska Pravda
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18:03⇢Istanbul Peace Talks Take Shape
⌨The newspapers report on potential peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Turkey. Zelensky has discussed meeting details with Erdogan (Pravda, UNIAN), while social media reactions to possible talks show mixed emotions (Radio Svoboda). Zelensky praised Trump's intention to attend the Istanbul negotiations as "the right idea" (Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). Meanwhile, intense fighting continues with 69 combat clashes reported since morning, mostly in the Pokrovsk sector (Ukrinform). Glavcom features an article about the wealthiest members of Ukraine's parliament.
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Kyiv Post visited Ukrainian troops near Pokrovsk, who laughed at the idea anyone believed Putin’s Victory Day ‘ceasefire’ promise – the fighting never stopped, and medics never got a break.
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Ukrainska Pravda
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