You missed the latest events on the war in Ukraine? 20 Minutes will update you every evening. Here is the essential of this Sunday, May 10, 2026, the 1,537th day of the conflict.
Today’s news
When asked about his favorite candidate to resume dialogue with the Europeans, Vladimir Putin replied that he personally preferred Gerhard Schröder. The former German chancellor, in power from 1998 to 2005, has been a loyal supporter of the Kremlin leader for twenty years. He had notably refused to condemn the Russian invasion in 2022.
“We have taken note of these statements,” said government sources on Sunday, adding that Berlin sees them as part of a series of false Russian offers. They also mentioned that “a first test of credibility would be if Russia extends the ceasefire.”
Quote of the day
“I think it’s coming to an end, but the situation remains serious”
On Saturday, Vladimir Putin assured that the war in Ukraine was “coming to an end,” while criticizing Western countries for their support to Kiev. He responded to a question about whether Western aid to Ukraine was going too far, saying, “They have started to intensify the confrontation with Russia, which continues to this day.” He added, “I think it’s coming to an end, but the situation remains serious.”
Number of the day
7. At least seven civilians, including a child, were injured in Russian attacks in Ukraine, as reported by Ukrainian authorities during the ceasefire for the 1945 victory commemorations. Both sides accuse each other of continuing military operations, resulting in new civilian casualties.
Event of the day
Russia launched assaults on the front line, in violation of the three-day ceasefire, denounced Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday. “The Russians continue their assault operations in strategic sectors for them,” he declared during his evening address.
