Defense, offensive, protection of civilians: Zelenskyy holds military cabinet meeting 

The President of Ukraine shared the information in his nightly address.

He noted that the meeting was attended by the commanders of key frontline areas. Also the Chief of the Army, the General Staff, intelligence, and security. Three main aspects of military realities were discussed:

"First of all, the defense brigades did a good job, they fulfilled the main strategic tasks, but now is not the time to give details. Secondly, the offensive brigades are doing a good job, we are preparing, no details. Thirdly, on the protection of civilians, the Air Force is doing a great job, here with details. Our priorities for this week, next week, and for the near future are additional air defense systems, additional missiles, training and aircraft, and long-range weapons. And this will be fulfilled."

Zelenskyy also said that he had held a thorough meeting with international experts of his office’s team:

"We have a task to maintain the momentum of international support and communication for Ukraine, which was achieved in the first half of May, in these weeks as well. I am confident that we will accomplish this task."

• On May 18, Norway, in partnership with the UK, supplied 8 long-range MLRS and 3 artillery detection radars to Ukraine.