Andrii Tymoshchenkov
Defense Forces struck a navigation equipment plant and an oil refinery in Russia. Fuel and lubricant depots and a "Kasta" radar station were also destroyed in the temporarily occupied territories.
The restrictions targeted 35 individuals and companies involved in the supply of UAV components and the recruitment of migrants. The sanctions affected firms from the PRC and Thailand.
Luhansk plant owner who paid taxes to the Russian Federation exposed in Kyiv. He received 2.3 million UAH in income from business and rentals in the occupied territory.
Gazprom declared a profit thanks to accounting adjustments and rising prices for Russians. Export revenues are falling due to new European Union sanctions.
As part of Operation Deep Strike, the Defense Forces launched F-5 Flamingo missiles. The target, located 1,500 km away, produced navigation equipment for the Russian army.
Zelenskyy announced the return of US political attention to Ukraine. Funds from the new package will be directed toward the production of drones and EW systems as early as this summer.
Defense Forces struck UAV, ammunition, and fuel depots in the occupied territories. The destruction of a Pantsir-S1 system and a P-18 radar station has been confirmed.
Zelenskyy's visit to Yerevan has triggered aggression from Russian propagandists due to the loss of influence over Armenia. Moscow is tightening security and preparing for communication restrictions.
Due to fear of assassination attempts, Putin has restricted travel and tightened control over the elites. Experts consider the regime stable despite growing internal tension.
Transnistria's military potential is limited to local provocations only. In the event of an attack, Ukraine is capable of quickly eliminating the threat with Moldova's consent.
In Moscow, a drone hit a building on Mosfilmovskaya Street. An expert considers strikes on air defense systems in the Moscow region more likely than attacks on Red Square during the parade.
The Defense Forces are strengthening their lines and checking the readiness of troops near Transnistria. General Shvedyuk inspected the state of fortifications and logistics.
In Odesa, the sale of 50 tons of humanitarian aid worth over 40 million hryvnias has been exposed. The goods were sold at a market instead of being distributed to people for free.
On May 3, the world celebrates Press Freedom Day. In Ukraine, the media landscape has shifted due to the war, short news formats, and the growing influence of Telegram channels.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) has released footage showing the destruction of enemy manpower and equipment in the Zaporizhzhia direction. The occupiers were detected using drones in tree lines and thickets.
President Zelenskyy met with the head of the Cabinet of Ministers Yulia Svyrydenko to discuss financial support and strengthening the government. Some of the personnel decisions will be made next week.
In the Russian Federation, the approval rate for loans to new clients has dropped to 17%. Due to strict conditions, Russians are turning to illegal shadow lenders en masse.
The President of Ukraine reported specific activity from Belarus. He also announced new sanction packages and negotiations in May.
According to the Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Kyiv views such cooperation as an opportunity to strengthen security and economic ties with partners.
For the first time since 2007, there will be no military equipment at the parade in Moscow, and communications will be disabled. The number of foreign leaders and spectators has been significantly restricted.
In the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, a driver opened fire during a road dispute. There are no casualties; police are identifying the individual and investigating the circumstances of the incident.
The President of Ukraine discussed European integration and the strengthening of bilateral relations with the Prime Minister of Slovakia. The leaders are preparing for a personal meeting in Kyiv and Bratislava in the near future.
Trump has focused on Iran, pushing Ukraine to the background. In response, the EU has allocated 90 billion euros in aid and is preparing its own defense autonomy.
Due to the deficit in the army, the authorities may change their approach to the deferment of specialists. Qualified enterprise employees are being considered as a resource for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, stated MP Serhiy Nahorniak.
The US will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany and cancel artillery deployments. Defense Minister Pistorius urged Europe to strengthen its own security.
The Czech Foreign Ministry denied banning Fico's plane from flying to Moscow through its airspace. At the same time, a number of other European countries did indeed refuse to provide their airspace for the flight.
Due to the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran lost $4. 8 billion in revenue. The military redirected more than 40 vessels carrying sanctioned cargo.
Russian drones attacked a gas station and a car dealership in two districts of Kharkiv. As a result of the strikes, three residents sustained injuries and acute stress reactions.
Since the beginning of this year, the occupiers have exported 60,000 tons of wheat from Mariupol on eight vessels. The port has been transformed into a hub for metal exports and logistics.
In Bryansk, unknown individuals damaged mobilization posters at bus stops and on lamp posts. These actions are being positioned as part of a protest campaign titled "Not My Army."