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22.05.2026

The Day the US Exited Peace Talks

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 22.05.2026.

It displays 69 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

22.05.2026The Day the US Exited Peace Talks

The day's dominant story was the US withdrawal from trilateral peace negotiations between Ukraine, Russia, and the US, announced by Rubio in the afternoon. This followed earlier reports that Putin wants to end the war by year-end on his terms. Concurrently, Ukraine regained about 400 km² after disabling illicit Starlink terminals used by Russia, confirmed by US intelligence. Zelensky stated an update on US readiness for talks may come by the end of the week. The General Staff reported 253 combat clashes, with fiercest fighting in Pokrovsk. Zelensky also held talks with Starmer, Macron, and Merz regarding a threat from Belarus. The government announced changes to reservation rules for conscripts.

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06:45

06:45Starlink Disabled Ukraine Regains Ground

The newspapers report on Ukraine regaining territory after disabling illicit Starlink terminals used by Russia, as confirmed by US intelligence (UNIAN, Kyiv Post). Meanwhile, explosions in Mariupol and Donetsk and a drone attack on Russia are highlighted (Glavcom, TSN). Zelensky states Ukrainian intelligence has studied all possible Russian offensive scenarios (Ukrinform UA). Sybiha declares a turning point in the war (Pravda).
07:29
10:54
11:35

11:35Putin's Year-End Victory Dream

The newspapers report on Putin's desire to end the war by year-end on 'victorious' terms for Russia (Pravda), while Ukraine's disabling of illicit Starlink terminals is credited with regaining territory (Kyiv Post). An explosion at a Hungarian refinery with casualties is also covered (Glavcom).
12:39
15:42
15:44

15:44Chemical Attacks Surge

The newspapers report a surge in Russian chemical attacks (Glavcom), while a Ukrainian hero soldier is profiled (Ukrinform UA). Sybiha claims the main obstacle to EU accession talks is removed (UNIAN). Putin reportedly wants to end the war by year-end on his terms (Pravda). Latvia suggests AI may have redirected Ukrainian drones (Kyiv Post). A state bank's role in gambling payments sparks scandal (Liga.net). The Russian Orthodox Church's persecution of dissident priests is covered (Radio Svoboda).
15:49
16:51
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19:15

19:15Peace Talks Collapse as US Exits

The newspapers report on the US withdrawal from peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, as announced by Rubio (Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). Concurrently, President Zelensky held talks with Starmer, Macron, and Merz regarding a threat from Belarus (Glavcom). Experts discuss the possibility of a new offensive from Belarus (TSN).
19:31
21:25
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22:53
23:56

23:56US Peace Readiness Update Expected

The newspapers report on Zelensky's statement that an update on US readiness for peace talks may come by the end of the week (Ukrinform UA, Ukrinform). Meanwhile, the General Staff provides a frontline update (Glavcom), and the Air Assault Forces deny the complete occupation of Pokrovsk (UNIAN). The government announces changes to reservation rules for conscripts (Pravda, TSN, Liga.net).