Ukraine Unfiltered

145 Russian Drones Hit Ukraine, Peace Talks Without Putin, and Eurovision Finalist from Ukraine: Ukraine’s morning news, May 16

Episode Summary

May 16 – In today’s Ukraine Unfiltered, we cover the largest drone attack in weeks, heavy fighting in Donetsk, and President Zelenskyy’s trip to Türkiye for peace talks — without Russia at the table. The EU approves €1.9 billion in defense aid, and Fitch lowers Ukraine’s credit rating. Also: Eurovision joy, corruption charges, and a new storm warning. We end with a proud moment from Ukrainian school students who just won gold at the International Math Olympiad.

Episode Notes

May 16 – In today’s Ukraine Unfiltered, we cover the largest drone attack in weeks, heavy fighting in Donetsk, and President Zelenskyy’s trip to Türkiye for peace talks — without Russia at the table. The EU approves €1.9 billion in defense aid, and Fitch lowers Ukraine’s credit rating. Also: Eurovision joy, corruption charges, and a new storm warning. We end with a proud moment from Ukrainian school students who just won gold at the International Math Olympiad.