‼️ Russian media reports that Putin is expected to answer questions on possible ceasefire terms, the war in Ukraine, and demands from the “Coalition of the Willing.” Meanwhile, Peskov dismissed speculation: “The internet always wants to blow something up. We’re not planning to blow anything up.”

At 00:00, Putin will reportedly hold a press conference with international media present (BBC, NBC, CNN). Russian sources say the topic will likely be Ukraine.

New satellite pics show HIMARS absolutely wrecked the "Strela" plant in Russia’s Bryansk region. The place is toast — main buildings and a warehouse are gone. That plant was making parts for Russian military gear. Not anymore.

Journalists are gathering at the Malachite Hall in the Grand Kremlin Palace for Putin’s upcoming press conference. No official start time yet, but nearly all seats are taken. Foreign media like BBC, CNN, and NBC are present.

❗️Putin will make a statement but won’t take any questions — Peskov confirms.

Still waiting for Putin to show up. The crowd is waiting.

Good night, sleep well. See you tomorrow.

Good morning ☕️

Russian losses per 11/05/25 reported by Ukraine's General Staff.

+1310 men
+2 tanks
+6 AFVs
+33 artillery systems
+1 MLRS
+1 AD system
+55 UAVs

Putin held a late-night press conference full of recycled lines and no real substance—he floated the idea of possible ceasefire talks on May 15 in Istanbul, blamed Ukraine for allegedly violating it's self-declared truce five times, completely ignored the joint 30-day ceasefire proposal from Zelensky and EU leaders, and, notably, finally called it what it is: a war, not a “special operation.”

Trump says it’s a “big day” for Russia & Ukraine and he’s working to end the “endless bloodbath.” Promises a “better world” and a “BIG week ahead.”

So far? He’s accomplished exactly zero.

Macron on Putin’s offer for Ukraine talks: “A first step, but not enough.” Adding that Putin’s looking for a way out — but also just trying to buy time.

https://www.barrons.com/news/putin-s-proposed-ukraine-talks-a-first-step-but-not-enough-macron-a90f041c

Hungary has postponed consultations with the Ukrainian delegation on national minorities, originally set for May 12. The talks, expected to be the start of regular negotiations, were planned in Uzhhorod, where the Ukrainian team had already arrived.

"We’ll judge Russia by actions, not words," says State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce. Indeed, given how many times Russia has broken its word, talk is cheap. Concrete steps are what matter.

🇺🇦 Ukraine shot down 60 Shahed drones overnight and neutralized 41 decoy UAVs out of 108 launched by Russia. Sumy region suffered damage.

On the Pokrovsk front, Russian armor tried to push through — but the 3rd National Guard Brigade “Spartan” and nearby units were ready. The tank lit up the sky in a fireball, and the crew didn’t make it out.

Putin chose war — and rejected ending it in favor of a summer offensive, said Andrii Kovalenko, Head of Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation.

Zelensky: “It’s a good sign that Russia is finally thinking about ending the war. The first real step is a ceasefire. There’s no reason to keep killing, even for a day. We expect Russia to confirm a full, lasting, and reliable ceasefire starting May 12. Ukraine is ready to meet.”

Russian channels report that Ukrainian forces are attempting to break through in small infantry groups—without armored vehicles—trying to get control over Tetkino, Kursk region.

On May 7, a strike hit the central workshop of the "Bazalt" defense plant in Krasnoarmeysk, Moscow region — a key producer of air bombs, RPGs, and mortar rounds. The facility also handles R&D and weapons testing.