A day before the negotiations in Istanbul, the official list of participants, the agenda, the start time, and most importantly, the purpose remain unknown. Meanwhile, Putin is busy creating a patriotic theater. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 14th. It’s 7:43 AM in Kyiv, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

Four reasons why the “Istanbul road” will not lead to peace. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 13th in Kyiv. It is now 07:42, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. Well, since yesterday I temporarily, at least in the morning, let’s say, deserted from the information front—I mean the absence of the morning broadcast. Nevertheless, there were five broadcasts yesterday. So, to some extent, I think that what we will be discussing today, I partially, very partially, touched upon on other channels yesterday, but today I would like to talk about it in more detail. Well, actually, the Istanbul dead end. Why do I think so? I will try to list and justify four reasons why the Istanbul road does not lead to peace. So, what do we have for today? ...

Putin’s nighttime statement: to resume direct negotiations with Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul without a ceasefire. This was a response to the joint statement by Zelensky and European leaders on a ceasefire starting May 12. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is Sunday, May 11th, and I’m in Kyiv. It’s 7:40 AM, and we’re continuing our morning reflections on what’s happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. This is a special Sunday edition of the 7-40 program. It will be brief—no historical rhymes, no answers to questions. I’ll answer all your questions, dear friends, on Monday, including those from Friday’s MUS episode. And if there are any questions about today’s episode, I’ll try to answer those as well. But right now, I think it’s time for a quick analysis, a conversation, a consultation, a shared reflection on what happened last night. ...

An American citizen who criticizes Trump’s policies has been elected Pope. Victory frenzy has begun: Moscow is under siege, the Allies of the anti-Hitler coalition didn’t show up, and the light at the end of the tunnel is Xi Jinping. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 9th, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. It is now 07:41 in Ukraine. So, what is going on? ...

Xi Jinping, Maduro, Vučić, Miguel Díaz-Canel, and Lula da Silva arrived for the Victory Day frenzy celebration. A powerful Ukrainian drone attack on May 7 was followed by a calm night on May 8. Putin’s ceasefire seems to be holding. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 8th. It’s 7:40 AM in Kyiv, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

India and Pakistan have exchanged missile strikes. Nuclear weapons have not been used so far. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 7th, in Kyiv. It’s now 07:41, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. The First Inauguration of Putin On this day 25 years ago, on May 7, 2000, Putin’s first inauguration took place, marking a quarter century of his time in power. Putin radically changed the country, turning it into a totalitarian Reich that poses a danger to the entire surrounding world and is very poorly suited for living. In 25 years, the country has become completely different. This is truly a threat to all of humanity. ...

Trump is pushing scientists out of the U.S., while Europe, Canada, and China are welcoming them with open arms. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 6th. It’s 07:41 in Kyiv, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. Another Wave of Strikes on Ukraine Putin’s unwavering commitment to peace continues. In particular, it manifested in the fact that at 2:00 AM, Kharkiv was under a massive attack by Russian combat drones. More than 20 strikes were carried out on the city. There are casualties, including fatalities. Strikes were also carried out—Russian strikes—on Odesa and a number of other cities. Ukraine responded. In particular, there were drone strikes on Moscow. Here, I can only refer to Sobyanin’s statements, as he continuously reported throughout the night how many drones were shot down, and also mentioned that debris from a Ukrainian drone fell on a residential building on Kashirskoye Highway, which is quite significant. And also on the Kremlin route. So basically, all of Russia’s most important strategic sites are currently under threat. The Ukrainian drone attack led to the closure of airports—first in Moscow during the night, and later in Kaluga, Volgograd, and Saratov. So this is just the breath of peace. You can practically feel it more each day. ...

Russia is on the list of the most unfree countries, while the U.S. media freedom rating is declining. Putin and Trump demonstrate a unified style – boorish. And this style is finding followers all over the world. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 5th. It’s 7:40 AM in Kyiv, and we continue our morning reflection on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

The U.S. has authorized the sale of $50 million worth of weapons to Ukraine (not billion, but million). The U.S. State Department stated that the U.S. will no longer act as a mediator in the negotiations, while Vance announced that America will continue peace talks over the next hundred days. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 2nd, in Kyiv. It’s currently 7:41 AM, and we continue our daily morning reflection on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

Ukraine and the United States signed an agreement on natural resources. It does not contain any Ukrainian debts. Tucker Carlson directly accused Zelensky’s government of attempting to assassinate Trump. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is May 1st, in Kyiv. It is now 7:41 AM, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

Patrushev separated Odesa from Ukraine, Medvedev called for the denazification of Europe, Putin named the Volgograd airport “Stalingrad,” and Trump saw in Putin’s eyes a desire for peace. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 30, and I’m in Kyiv. It’s now 07:41, and we continue our daily morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

Putin declared a victory-obsessed ceasefire. Canada voted against Trump in the parliamentary elections. Trump’s first 100 days were the worst result in the past 80 years. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 29, in Kyiv. It is now 07:41, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. Parade Ceasefire Yesterday, Putin ordered Russian troops to halt military operations in Ukraine from 00:08 on May 8 to 00:11 on May 11, that is, for three days. The idea is to avoid combat during the Victory Day celebrations on May 9, so that nothing would threaten the parade, to which, according to some reports, 18 or 19 heads of state have been invited—mainly from CIS countries, plus Xi Jinping. Putin’s announcement, or rather the message I read on the Kremlin’s official site, looks rather amusing. It states that the ceasefire is being declared for humanitarian reasons. One wonders why these humanitarian considerations are so brief, why they are so small. Why, based on humanitarian reasons, not just end the war altogether? Of course, waiting for an explanation from the Kremlin is futile. At least, I did not find one on the Kremlin’s website. Moreover, the announcement naturally included a threat of an “adequate and effective response” if the Ukrainian side does not follow Russia’s example. ...

Trump suspected that Putin was messing with his head and said that he had a deadline, but did not specify what it was; Lavrov explained that haste hinders “real politics,” and Shmyhal stated that Ukraine owes nothing to the U.S. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 28, and I am in Kyiv. It is now 7:40 AM, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. I have titled today’s stream: What is born from the current chaos? That is the question. But no less important is another question: who benefits from this chaos? Is it the one who creates it, namely Donald Trump? After all, Trump is the father of global chaos, both economic and political. Or is it someone else? Let’s try to figure it out. ...

After the collapse of the London summit, the US and Russia no longer hide their partnership: Trump reproaches Putin in a friendly manner, Lavrov showers Trump with compliments, and Naryshkin comes to the defense of the US president. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 25, and I’m in Kyiv. It’s now 07:41, and we continue our morning reflections on what’s happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

Breakdown of negotiations in London and the remote exchange between Trump and Zelensky. Putin’s bloody arguments. On the discussion between Kasparov and Podrabinek. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 24th, in Kyiv. It’s now 7:42 AM, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. “Peaceful” Arguments of Putin Although Putin is not directly participating in negotiations on Ukraine, he constantly contributes new arguments. The latest came as a result of a Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv last night. According to the latest reports, nine people were killed. Ukraine’s rescue service is constantly updating these numbers, and it’s likely not the final count. Around 70 people were injured, including six children. Rescuers report that search efforts continue for people trapped under the rubble of residential buildings. Many Kyiv residents spent the night in the metro. This is what it looked like. This is life now. Nightlife in Kyiv. In reality, it’s fortunate that the metro exists as a place where people can hide. But not everyone manages to make it there. ...

Negotiations in London: Rubio and Witkoff are not going, the Kremlin denies Putin’s ceasefire proposal, Zelensky opposes Trump’s plan. What is the point of the negotiations? Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 23. It’s 7:44 AM in Kyiv, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, and in our souls. A Rocket Depot Exploded in Russia I’ll start with some good news. An explosion occurred in the Kirovsky District of the Vladimir Region. Why is this good news? Let me explain. The explosion happened at the 51st arsenal of the Main Missile and Artillery Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Defense. What exploded was a large quantity of missiles and ammunition that now won’t be launched toward Ukraine. That’s why this is good news. I won’t delve into the various theories—especially since none of them have been confirmed, at least so far. The Ministry of Defense claims it was spontaneous detonation of ammunition. There’s also a hypothesis that it was caused by drone strikes. Which version is true? Well, a serious investigation is needed. I tried to find one, but I couldn’t—so, anyway, it’s a good thing either way. ...

Pope Francis – an epilogue. The U.S. makes Ukraine an indecent proposal, after which Witkoff will go to Putin to discuss the division of the world. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is February 22nd, April 22nd, and. It’s 07:41 in Kyiv right now, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

The results of the special operation “Easter Truce”: Ukraine and Russia accused each other of violations. Putin will not extend the truce. The end of the negotiation farce is approaching. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 21st. It is now 7:40 AM in Kyiv, and we continue our morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

Putin thanked Hamas for its humanitarianism. Trump found out that Zelensky, it turns out, didn’t start the war. Naryshkin’s agency identified Hitler in the face of Ursula von der Leyen. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 18th. It’s 7:42 AM in Kyiv, and we continue our daily morning reflections on what is happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. ...

The consequences for the U.S. of anti-immigration orders, tourist detentions, and Trump’s rudeness. Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world – what’s wrong with it. Main Topic Good morning, dear friends! My name is Igor Yakovenko. Today is April 17th. It’s 07:41 in Kyiv right now, and we continue our morning reflection on what’s happening in Russia, in the world, in Ukraine, and in our souls. Let me start with the news. ...