Romania Admits Being Hit by Drone After Denying It for Days
If it is confirmed to be a Russian drone, President Iohannis would consider it a “serious violation” of NATO’s territorial integrity.
If it is confirmed to be a Russian drone, President Iohannis would consider it a “serious violation” of NATO’s territorial integrity.
The strikes came on the heels of a slickly produced video, meant to rally Ukraine and its allies, which strongly hinted at an imminent Ukrainian counteroffensive.
Ukrainian officials have said that all 18 missiles aimed at Kyiv were successfully shot down, including the six hypersonic missiles, a claim that Kremlin officials have disputed.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attributed Ukraine’s strength in resistance to nationalism, comparing it to Italy’s reunification in the 19th century.
Both Ukraine and Russia claim they are ready to negotiate, even as fighting intensifies and attacks on civilians continue.
The visit from the three heads of state was mostly a symbolic gesture, as Ukraine is under an ultimatum from Russia and lacks weapons.
Polish President Andrzej Duda chose to pay a surprise visit to his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday, May 22nd. Duda met personally with Zelensky
The initiative proves the advanced degree to which Eastern European countries are dedicated to supporting Ukraine, whereas Western leaders prefer to play it safe.
Animated by faith and patriotism and buoyed by an unkillable sense of humor, Ukrainians are thus far shocking the world by their steadfastness in the face of Russian aggression.
As I am writing these words, I can hear a battle raging on the other side of the Kyiv Sea. The worst thing about living close to the front line is not knowing where the next missile will land, but we are determined to carry on with our lives for as long as possible.
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