Ukraine news on the war, society, politics and consequences for Germany, Europe and the Ukrainian diaspora.
Ukrainian military personnel have documented another war crime committed by Russian troops involving the use of toxic substances. This was announced on Monday, May 11, by the 225th Separate Assault Regiment.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha has stated that Ukraine is seeking Europe's support for an agreement with Russia regarding a ceasefire at airports. This was announced during an EU ministerial meeting in Brussels.
The European Union has imposed new sanctions on Russia in response to the deportation of Ukrainian children. According to Deutschlandfunk, the measures aim to hold those responsible for these human rights violations accountable.
Ukrainian anti-corruption authorities have launched an investigation into Andriy Jermak, former chief of staff to Volodymyr Zelensky, over suspected money laundering involving nearly nine million euros.
Since the morning of May 11, there have been 133 clashes at the front, according to the Ukrainian news agency Ukrainska Pravda. 26 of these confrontations occurred in the Pokrovsk region.
Ukrainian anti-corruption authorities have suspected Andriy Yermak, the former head of the President's Office, of money laundering.
The zoo director of Mykolajiw is striving to ensure the survival of his animals amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The situation at the zoo is tense, according to Der Spiegel.
The largest zoo in Ukraine, located in Mykolaiv, is facing severe challenges due to the war. Staff report difficulties in providing for the animals.
Military analyst Oleksij Hetman stated that the front line is stabilized. According to UNIAN, the war will continue until Russia acknowledges that it cannot achieve its goals.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine and Germany are working on six joint arms production projects during a conversation with German Defense Boris Pistorius.
A man died in Dnipro while undergoing a military check-up, prompting an investigation into the incident.
On May 11, the exchange rates for the Dollar and Euro against the Ukrainian Hryvnia increased, with the official Dollar rate at 43.86 UAH and the Euro at 51.60 UAH.
Ukrainian forces have once again pushed back Russian troops in the western part of the Zaporizhzhia region, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has arrived in Kyiv for talks focused on military support and high-tech weapons development with Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin hinted at a possible end to the war against Ukraine, according to 24tv. However, analysts from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) see no signs of actual peace readiness from the Kremlin.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has arrived in Ukraine for talks to strengthen the German-Ukrainian partnership, focusing on the development of unmanned weapon systems.
The EU's Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas has firmly rejected Vladimir Putin's proposal to appoint Schröder as a mediator in the Ukraine conflict, emphasizing his close ties to Russia.
Russia's Putin has suggested former German Gerhard Schröder as a potential mediator in the Ukraine war, a proposal met with skepticism in Berlin.
Ukraine is developing a new military contract system with set service periods and risk payments, according to UNIAN. The project includes three types of contracts for active soldiers and newcomers.
Greek authorities have launched an investigation after a Ukrainian drone with explosives was found in waters near Lefkada. According to Ukrainska Pravda, the drone was detonated by explosives specialists in the sea.
During a visit to Kyiv, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius dismissed recent statements by Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin regarding a possible end to the Ukraine war as deceptive maneuvers. He characterized Putin's approach as part of his hybrid warfare strategy.
The European Union plans to intensify pressure on Russia regarding the deportation of Ukrainian children. This issue is set to be discussed at the upcoming foreign ministers' meeting in Brussels, according to Deutschlandfunk.
Boris Pistorius arrived in Kyiv on Monday, May 11, 2026, for an unannounced visit to discuss the development of a new weapon system with Ukraine. According to Deutsche Welle, this visit could play a significant role in military cooperation between Germany and Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the war in Ukraine could be entering its final phase. This remark came during the EU foreign ministers' meeting in Brussels, according to Euronews.
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Russia is prepared to engage in serious negotiations, despite ongoing intense attacks at the front.
The three-day ceasefire in the Ukraine war appears fragile, with ongoing fighting in the region, according to Deutschlandfunk.
Ukrainian heirs will need to present specific documents starting in 2026 to receive an inheritance, including proof of kinship and a will, as reported by 24tv.
Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested that the war in Ukraine could soon end. However, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) indicates there are no signs that Russia actually plans to conclude the conflict.
The Ukrainian An-28, modified for drone combat, has reportedly destroyed 213 Russian drones, according to UNIAN. These successes are attributed to the aircraft's innovative equipment.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that no massive attacks on Ukraine occurred on May 10. However, Russian forces continued their offensive at the front.
The Kremlin expects US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to arrive in Moscow soon, according to Yuri Ushakov, the Kremlin's representative for negotiations, speaking to Russian state television.
Russian media report an alleged hantavirus epidemic among Ukrainian military personnel. However, the Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security states that these claims are unfounded.
European countries are ramping up drone mass production, significantly impacting the war in Ukraine. According to The Guardian, nations and companies are investing billions in modern defense technologies.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha stated that the incident involving Ukrainian drones in Latvia was caused by Russian electronic warfare. This was revealed during his discussions with Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin is "finally ready for real talks." Zelensky made this remark in a speech on Sunday evening.
According to Ukrainska Pravda, Russian troops carried out 780 attacks on 33 locations in the Zaporizhzhia region within a single day, resulting in one death and three injuries.
According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russia has suffered territorial losses in Ukraine for the first time since 2024 in May 2026. This development could impact the Kremlin's military ambitions in the ongoing war.
Luboš Veselyi, the Czech Ambassador to Ukraine, emphasized at the "Dialogues on Europe" forum that support for Ukraine will continue, despite less communication from the new government.
The Kremlin has sharply criticized a statement made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the Russian military parade on May 9. Zelensky referred to the parade as 'approved' in advance, which sparked outrage in Moscow.
According to Ukrainska Pravda, two Russian publications have estimated the number of fallen soldiers at 352,000 since 2022. This figure includes both officially recognized dead and missing soldiers without remains.