Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Ukrainians in an address that it is "absolutely irresponsible" to consider the country's presidential elections amid its ongoing conflict with Russia.
Věra Jourová, Vice-President for Values and Transparency at the European Union (E.U.) Commission, announced a "proposal to protect media freedom in the European Union."
Ukraine, facing ongoing internal and external conflict, is experiencing a substantial reliance on international aid, with external assistance forming about 70% of its budget.