On May 6, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia had broken the ceasefire declared by Ukraine earlier that day. He promised reciprocal action, though final decisions are still pending. Intelligence reports indicate Russia is preparing to remove resources from occupied southern Ukrainian territories, including rare earths and agricultural crops.
Zelensky also reported 1,820 ceasefire violations by Russian forces in just the first hours of May 6, including shelling, assaults, airstrikes, and drone use. The president’s office does not see merit in upholding a ceasefire for Moscow’s parade, as Russia is not responding to Ukrainian initiatives.
Todays' casualties include a Russian drone attack hitting a kindergarten in Sumy, killing two female staff members, though no children were present. In occupied southern regions, Russian forces are actively developing mineral deposits.
Western governments continue supporting Ukraine financially. Norway has allocated $300 million for arms procurement for Ukraine in Europe, and Ukraine has received back assets from Hungarian leader Orban ahead of a government transition.
Domestic politics remain active: Serhiy Tyhypko has become a macroeconomic adviser, and there is talk of Myndich possibly returning to testify before the anti-corruption bureau. Accelerated privatization of Sense Bank and change of Energoatom's leadership were announced.
Internationally, oil prices have dropped amid potential US-Iran ceasefire talks, though final agreements remain pending and skepticism persists. Indirect negotiations are ongoing.
Swiss intelligence names Russia as Europe’s main security threat. Discourse on raising taxes to secure Western aid continues in Ukraine. The EU is preparing a new €2.8 billion financial package, while Russia's economic situation remains difficult despite energy exports.
A separate fundraising appeal is made for soldiers of the 118th brigade from the Sumy direction who suffered during recent attacks. Support is encouraged.
