In the village of Kolonshchyna, Kyiv region, rescuers saved three children aged 11, 5 and 4 years while extinguishing a dry grass fire. The children were evacuated to a safe place, no one was injured.
During the day, 68 combat clashes took place at the front, with the greatest enemy activity observed in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions. Ukrainian defenders are repelling attacks.
The Budget Committee of the Bundestag has approved the allocation of an additional EUR 3 billion in military aid to Ukraine in 2025. EUR 8.3 billion is also planned for 2026-2029.
As a result of a drone attack in Odesa, infrastructure was damaged, including a residential building and a shopping center. Three people were injured, including a girl. There are power outages in some areas of the city.
As a result of the Russian attack in Odesa, large-scale fires broke out, residential buildings, shops, a shopping center and "Epicenter" were damaged. Emergency power outages occurred in some areas of the city.
The head of the Zaporizhzhia OVA, Ivan Fedorov, reported at least four explosions in frontline settlements. The authorities urge citizens to stay in safe places.
Explosions were heard in Odesa in the southern districts of the city. Local authorities urge citizens to stay in safe places due to a massive drone attack.
A Ukrainian delegation, including Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov, will travel to Saudi Arabia for talks with the United States. Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Pavlo Palisa will also participate.
The head of Zaporizhzhia OVA, Ivan Fedorov, reported explosions in the region and urged people to stay in safe places until the alarm is canceled. There is a threat of guided aerial bombs.
European leaders will meet in Paris to discuss the position on Ukraine. The United States has begun negotiations with Russia and Ukraine, and allies are trying to participate in the process.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit the strengthening of cultural ties and support for Grain from Ukraine. Ukraine appreciates Norway's defense and humanitarian support.
Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe has been elected as the 10th IOC President, succeeding Thomas Bach. She will be the first woman to hold the post, receiving 49 votes in the first round.
The Consulate General of Ukraine has opened in Mumbai, the financial capital of India. This will help protect the rights of citizens and develop business contacts.
Russian troops shelled Kramatorsk twice, first hitting the city center, and then with a drone on paramedics and the "White Angel" crew who were providing assistance to the wounded. There are civilian casualties.
Andriy Yermak held an online conversation with G7 advisors, where they discussed support for Ukraine, security guarantees and accelerated accession to the EU. They also raised the issue of compensation from the Russian Federation.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with António Costa about Ukraine's participation in the ReArm Europe initiative and accelerating integration into the EU. They also discussed unblocking negotiation clusters.
Enemy drones have been recorded in the Kyiv region, air defense forces are working on targets. Residents were urged to stay in shelters and observe information silence.
The Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia, injuring two men. The victims are receiving the necessary medical assistance, and their condition is assessed as moderate.
Ukrainian and American teams are ready to meet in Saudi Arabia to continue coordinating steps towards achieving peace. Zelensky noted the positive work of advisors and representatives of the parties.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the possibility of achieving a lasting peace in Ukraine in 2025 with the support of the United States and Donald Trump. He noted the productive start of work by the Ukrainian and American teams.
Zelenskyy reported a positive conversation with Trump about a ceasefire and protection of Ukraine's infrastructure. Steps towards peace and strengthening air defense were discussed.
In Kyiv, a man jumped from the North Bridge. An eyewitness reported this to the municipal security, who called rescuers, but the man could not be saved.
According to Bloomberg, Zelenskyy agreed to a 30-day ceasefire on Russian energy facilities after a conversation with Trump. A detailed report from Rubio and Waltz is expected.
In the Pokrovsky direction, the enemy tried 29 times to push back the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Fighting continues in the Kharkiv, Kupyansk, Lyman, Toretsk and other directions, as well as an operation in the Kursk region.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation announced an exchange of prisoners, as a result of which Ukraine transferred 175 soldiers and 22 wounded. The United Arab Emirates helped in the exchange.
The Russian army attacked a medical facility in Sumy with a kamikaze drone. There were no casualties or injuries, reported Artem Kobzar.
120 combat clashes were recorded during the day. The greatest enemy activity is observed in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions, where fierce fighting continues.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed concern about the new outbreak of violence in Gaza, which led to casualties. Kyiv calls for the restoration of the ceasefire and humanitarian aid.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine strongly condemned the assassination attempt on the President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The terrorist group "Al-Shabaab" claimed responsibility for the attack.
In the Kyiv region, six people were detained for shooting in a shopping center in Bila Tserkva. A visitor to the sports club was injured, police are looking for four more people involved.
