Ukraine is preparing for the possible reburial of a number of historical figures, including Symon Petliura and Stepan Bandera. The aim is to return their remains to their homeland and honor them in a national pantheon.

This was reported by the head of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists, Bohdan Chervak. According to him, there is currently political will for one of the OUN leaders, Stepan Bandera, to be reburied in the pantheon of heroes. Andrii Melnyk, a representative of another faction of the organization, is also planned to be reburied there.

“It will be very symbolic when two leaders who could not find common ground during World War II are buried in the pantheon of heroes, and this will be an act of reconciliation among Ukrainians, an act of unity. As far as I know, Stepan Bandera’s grave is cared for by his relatives, so their consent must be obtained in order to begin the legal procedure of exhumation and reburial. Work in this direction is underway, and I believe it will be successful.”

– Bohdan Chervak

In addition, Chervak noted that permission has already been granted for the reburial of Yevhen Konovalets. According to him, the Ukrainian riflemen community in Canada, which oversees his grave in Rotterdam, has agreed to transfer the remains to Ukraine. The necessary legal procedures are currently ongoing.

At the same time, work is being carried out to return the remains of Symon Petliura, one of the leaders of the Ukrainian People’s Republic, to Ukraine.

“Certain steps are also being taken to rebury Symon Petliura in Ukraine – one of the leaders of the Ukrainian People’s Republic. Ultimately, Ivan Mazepa should also be reburied in Ukraine. The country has many distinguished figures whose graves are abroad. The fundamental position should be that all of them must be brought back to Ukraine. Perhaps not all of them will be in the Pantheon, but all of them should rest on their native land.”

– Bohdan Chervak

The initiators emphasize that returning prominent figures to Ukraine has not only historical but also symbolic significance. It is about creating a unified space of memory and honoring figures who played an important role in the formation of statehood.

The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has warned of a possible large-scale air attack on Ukraine that could occur at any moment within the next 24 hours. The diplomatic mission emphasized the need to pay close attention to air raid alerts and respond to them immediately.

Citizens are advised to identify the nearest shelters in advance and not to delay moving to safe locations when a threat arises. This statement comes amid rising tensions and new reports of a possible escalation in Russian strikes.

Possible increase in missile threat

Monitoring resources report a possible relocation of Russian coastal missile systems “Bastion” to the Kursk region. If confirmed, this could significantly impact the security situation, particularly by reducing missile flight time to Kyiv and other regions.

Previously, Russian forces have already used these systems to strike Ukrainian territory. This includes the use of “Onyx” and “Zircon” missiles, which are high-speed and difficult to intercept.

It is known that back in March, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the destruction of one such launcher in Crimea, which had been used to shell Ukrainian cities.

What is known about the “Bastion” systems

The “Bastion” missile systems are capable of launching supersonic P-800 “Onyx” missiles. Modernized versions also allow for the use of “Zircon” missiles, which belong to a new generation of high-precision weapons.

Experts note that deploying such systems closer to the border could create additional risks for civilian infrastructure and complicate the operation of air defense systems.

As of now, the situation remains tense. Citizens are urged not to ignore air raid alerts, to follow safety guidelines, and to respond promptly to official notifications.

Iran, the United States, and Pakistan’s mediating role said on Saturday that there had been progress in talks to end nearly three months of fighting.

Iran said it was focusing on finalizing a memorandum of understanding after meeting with Asim Munir, the head of the Pakistani Army.

The Pakistani Army said the talks had led to “encouraging” progress toward a final understanding.

“The memorandum of understanding is being refined,” said an official spokesperson for Pakistan’s security service, who was briefed during Asim Munir’s visit.

According to sources, the proposed framework agreement envisages three stages: an official end to the war, a resolution of the Hormuz Strait crisis, and the opening of a 30-day window for negotiations on a broader agreement, which could be extended.

“The proposed framework agreement envisions three stages: an official end to the war, a resolution of the Hormuz Strait crisis, and the opening of a 30-day window for negotiations on a broader agreement, which could be extended.”

U.S. President Donald Trump said he would discuss the latest draft of the deal with advisers and could decide to resume attacks on Iran, Axios reports citing an interview with Trump.

Trump to speak with Middle East leaders

Trump, whose approval rating has come under pressure from the impact of the war on energy costs in the United States, said on Friday that he would not attend his son’s wedding this weekend, naming Iran as one of the reasons he plans to stay in Washington.

An Arab official said that Trump will hold a telephone conversation on Saturday with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Egypt, Turkey, and Pakistan.

Pakistan’s mediation efforts aim to narrow the differences between Iran and the United States after weeks of war, which left the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz closed to most shipping, despite a tense ceasefire, affecting global energy markets.

“Iran should never have nuclear weapons. The straits should be open without tolls. They must hand over their enriched uranium.”

– Marco Rubio

Rubio, who is on a visit to India, said that some progress had been made and work continues. “Even as I speak with you, work is ongoing. There is a chance that today or tomorrow, or in a few days, we can say something,” he added in front of Indian officials.

Iran denies that it seeks nuclear weapons and says it has the right to uranium enrichment for peaceful purposes. It demands oversight of the protocol, the lifting of the U.S. blockade of the country’s ports, and the removal of sanctions on the sale of Iranian oil.

Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, said that the trend of narrowing disputes this week continues, but individual issues still require discussion through mediators. We will see where the situation ends up in the next three to four days.

A Pakistani security leader said that Iran must defend its “legitimate rights” both on the battlefield and through diplomatic channels, but cannot trust a “partner without honesty,” a charge Iran has not been the first to make. He also noted that Iran’s army has renewed its capabilities during the ceasefire, and if the United States “irresponsibly resume the war,” the consequences will be “stronger and worse” than at the start of the conflict.

Despite weeks of conflict, Iran has maintained stockpiles at nearly weapons-grade uranium enrichment levels, as well as missile, drone, and proxy capabilities.

Despite all the difficulties, talks continue, and both sides insist on a peaceful resolution to the crisis that could restore stability in the region and reduce tensions around the Hormuz Strait.