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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 15.05.2025.
It displays 81 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
15.05.2025 ⇢ Day Ukrainian Delegation Goes Without Zelensky
⌨Peace talks in Istanbul lacked principal leaders from the outset. Morning reports showed Russia launching 110 drones before talks began, with Zelensky arriving in Ankara for preparatory meetings with Erdogan. Upon arrival, Zelensky immediately criticized Russia's "theatrical" delegation level.
By midday, Zelensky announced Defense Minister Umerov would lead Ukraine's delegation, confirming he would not attend since Putin chose not to appear. This development reflected deteriorating expectations, with US Secretary Rubio expressing "no high expectations" and suggesting a Trump-Putin meeting would be necessary for any breakthrough.
Military operations continued regardless, with 168 combat engagements reported along the frontline and Russian forces capturing another settlement in Donetsk region. By evening, Ukraine finalized its 12-member delegation as talks were scheduled to begin Friday, even as most observers now viewed the process with diminished optimism.
By midday, Zelensky announced Defense Minister Umerov would lead Ukraine's delegation, confirming he would not attend since Putin chose not to appear. This development reflected deteriorating expectations, with US Secretary Rubio expressing "no high expectations" and suggesting a Trump-Putin meeting would be necessary for any breakthrough.
Military operations continued regardless, with 168 combat engagements reported along the frontline and Russian forces capturing another settlement in Donetsk region. By evening, Ukraine finalized its 12-member delegation as talks were scheduled to begin Friday, even as most observers now viewed the process with diminished optimism.
15.05.2025
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Ukrainska Pravda
03:59
04:07
04:07
Громадськість має намір змусити владу переглянути ціни на комунальні послуги в муніципальному житлі. Експерти радять, як діяти
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06:11⇢Istanbul Peace Talks Begin As Russia Launches Drone Attack
⌨The newspapers report on negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, with President Zelensky visiting Turkey today (Ukrinform UA). Meanwhile, military activities continue with Russia launching 110 drones ahead of talks, 62 of which were destroyed (Pravda), and 168 combat engagements reported along the frontline (Ukrinform). Rutte has expressed optimism about improving Ukraine's situation within two weeks (UNIAN). Domestically, Kyiv residents are organizing against new housing tariffs, though prospects for success are questionable (Liga.net). Media also covers a story about an American who died defending Ukraine despite his parents supporting Trump (Hromadske).
06:42
The talks come amid a fresh push for diplomacy, but key issues like occupied territories, NATO membership, and ceasefire terms still have no agreement.
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06:59
Росіяни маніпулюють темою переговорів, зазначає керівник ЦПД
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07:49
The talks come amid a fresh push for diplomacy, but key issues like occupied territories, NATO membership and ceasefire terms still have no agreement.
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08:40
Війна в Україні та зростання попиту на озброєння кардинально змінили ситуацію на світовому ринку металів
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Ukrinform
09:31
09:33⇢Zelensky Arrives In Ankara For First Direct Peace Talks Since 2022
⌨The newspapers report on accelerating peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. President Zelensky has arrived in Ankara (Ukrinform UA) for what will be the first direct negotiations since 2022 (Kyiv Post). Reports indicate Ukraine is prepared to discuss a 30-day ceasefire (Pravda), while Trump has expressed willingness to join negotiations under certain conditions (UNIAN). Other coverage examines how the war has transformed global metals markets, with copper and rare earth elements becoming strategic weapons (Liga.net), and the return of motorcycles to warfare, drawing parallels between Hitler and Putin's military tactics (Glavcom).
09:40
Візит Зеленського до Туреччини розпочнеться із зустрічі з Ердоганом
09:40
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10:05
10:14
Radio Svoboda
"Уж лучше бы погиб героем". Жена выкрала мужа с войны
10:14
10:22
Ukrainska Pravda
10:22
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12:11
Перемовини між лідерами України та Туреччини проходять у президентському комплексі в Анкарі
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Перемовини між лідерами України та Туреччини проходять у президентському комплексі в Анкарі
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Kyiv Post
The fact that Putin sent his rumored ghost writer on pro-Russian literature might illustrate his seriousness towards the talks with Ukraine, which he proposed himself.
12:44
12:45⇢Zelensky Meets Erdogan As Russia Sends Medinsky To Istanbul Talks
⌨The newspapers report on the Istanbul peace talks now underway. President Zelensky has met with Turkey's Erdogan in Ankara (Liga.net, Pravda, Ukrinform UA, UNIAN), while headlines analyze who's representing Russia - notably Ukraine-born Vladimir Medinsky, rumored to be Putin's ghostwriter (Kyiv Post). Other coverage includes reflection on searching for "good Russians" (Glavcom) and mourning for actor Maksim Nelipa who died in combat (Hromadske). One emotional human interest story details a wife who "rescued" her husband from the frontlines, with the controversial headline: "Better if he had died a hero" (Radio Svoboda).
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Europe is stepping up more with cash, arms and production capacity, all to beef up Ukraine’s artillery.
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Президент відправить у Стамбул українську делегацію
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15:19⇢Umerov Heads Ukraine Delegation As Zelensky Skips Istanbul Talks
⌨The newspapers report on Ukraine sending a delegation to Istanbul peace talks (Glavcom, Liga.net, Pravda, Ukrinform UA), with Defense Minister Umerov heading it (Glavcom). President Zelensky will not attend since Putin isn't coming (Liga.net, UNIAN). The delegation meeting will occur tonight or tomorrow (Ukrinform UA). Meanwhile, military operations continue with 73 combat clashes reported since morning across seven sectors (Ukrinform). European countries are increasing support with local cannon production and capital investment (Kyiv Post). Media also reports on the death of actor Maksim Nelipa in combat (Hromadske).
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Якби росіян хотіли зупинитися — не проводили б мобілізації, включно з прихованою зараз, не запрошували корейців і не переводили економіку на військові рейки.
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17:40
Частина винищувачів вже в Україні, але їхню кількість не розголошують
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18:46
Делегація складається з 12 представників Офісу президента, Генштабу та силових структур
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US Secretary of State says it’s ‘abundantly clear’ that a Trump-Putin meeting is needed for a ‘breakthrough’ in peace talks, bringing into question the “nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine” policy.
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Radio Svoboda
Из Казани в Канаду. История бегства от гомофобии ради семьи и детей
19:21
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Radio Svoboda
Из Казани до США. История бегства от гомофобии ради семьи и детей
19:29
19:57⇢Zelensky Approves Istanbul Delegation Amid Low US Expectations
⌨The newspapers report on upcoming peace talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul, scheduled to begin Friday (Pravda). President Zelensky has approved Ukraine's 12-member delegation, including representatives from the President's Office, General Staff, and security structures (Liga.net, Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). US Secretary of State Rubio, heading to Istanbul, has expressed "no high expectations" and suggested a Trump-Putin meeting is needed for any breakthrough (Kyiv Post). Meanwhile, analysis indicates Ukraine is ready for peace, but Russia isn't, as evidenced by continued mobilization and militarization (LB.ua).
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Liga.net
Українська делегація вже офіційно затверджена і прямує до Стамбулу
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Liga.net
Українська делегація вже офіційно затверджена і прямує до Стамбула
21:35
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