Donald Trump said that it would be difficult for Ukraine to return Crimea, as it was "given away" by the Obama administration. He evaded answering whether he was ready to recognize Crimea as Russian for the sake of peace.
Since the beginning of the day, 133 combat clashes have taken place, most of them in the Pokrovsk direction - 51. The Russians are actively attacking, launching air strikes and using kamikaze drones.
A 21-year-old guy was rescued from the occupation from forced conscription. He received a summons without a passport, only with a birth certificate, but thanks to his sister, he was evacuated.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Russians used a ballistic missile produced by North Korea. Clearing of debris is underway after the Russian missile strike.
Due to the incident at the "Khreshchatyk" station, a number of metro stations are closed to passengers. Train traffic is organized from the "Akademmistechko" station to "Vokzalna" and from "Arsenalna" to "Lisova".
A multi-purpose Su-30SM fighter with tail number "35" burned down at the "Rostov-on-Don Central" airfield. The cost of the aircraft is estimated at 50 million dollars.
In the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv, rescuers unblocked 2 more bodies from under the rubble, increasing the number of dead to 12. A day of mourning has been declared in the city.
In Kyiv, the number of deaths as a result of the Russian attack has increased to 9 people. Rescuers recovered the body of a 27-year-old girl from under the rubble, the search continues.
At night, Russia attacked Kyiv with missiles and drones, some Kyiv residents are without electricity. DTEK energy workers are restoring power supply, already restored electricity to 300 families.
Eight pre-trial detention center officials have been charged with suspicion in connection with the death of a prisoner. Five prisoners, including the "overseer," are also suspected of inflicting fatal injuries.
On April 23, 2025, Ukrainian soldiers struck a Russian plant producing Shahed-type strike UAVs. The company, located in Tatarstan, produced about 300 drones per day.
Donald Trump said that Zelensky's words about non-recognition of the occupation of Crimea impede peace negotiations. He believes that Ukraine should have fought for Crimea earlier.
A car exploded in the Podilskyi district of Kyiv, fortunately, no one was injured. A police investigation team, explosives experts and dog handlers are working at the scene.
Dmitry Peskov reacted to the Financial Times article that Putin had offered to stop the war in Ukraine along the current front line, calling it a fake. He called for listening only to primary sources.
Putin offered Trump to stop the invasion of Ukraine along the current front line. Russia also rejected some US proposals, including the military presence of NATO countries in Ukraine.
The United States continues to insist on ending the war in Ukraine. Trump is disappointed in both sides of the conflict and wants to stop the killings, as stated in the White House.
Today, russia attacked Ukraine with 77 drones. Ukrainian military shot down 38 Shahed, 31 drones were locationally lost. More than 130 guided aerial bombs were also launched.
The boy lived under the threat of mobilization into the Russian army. Thanks to the help of partners, he managed to reach the territory controlled by Ukraine.
A queue of about 50 cars has formed in front of the "Ustyluh" checkpoint, waiting to leave Ukraine. Border guards recommend choosing a different direction.
A series of explosions rang out in Odesa as a result of a massive drone attack. Local Telegram channels report numerous fires, but there is no official information yet.
Since the beginning of the day, 121 combat clashes have been recorded, the hottest in the Lyman, Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled numerous assaults and inflicted significant losses on the occupiers.
Explosions were heard in Odesa against the background of a warning about a drone attack. Air defense forces are working, residents are urged to stay in safe places.
Representatives of Ukraine, Britain, France, and the USA will work in London on Wednesday. Their goal is to achieve an unconditional ceasefire.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian assaults continue on some parts of the front and artillery fire does not subside. Ukraine does not trust Moscow's words and is ready to respond mirror-like to every strike.
President Zelensky stated that Ukraine proposes to extend the ceasefire after the Easter period on April 20. This will happen if full silence truly prevails at the front.
Ukraine will act reciprocally regarding a full ceasefire if Russia adheres to it, and proposes to extend it after April 20. Due to continued attacks, Kyiv does not trust Moscow, stressing that peace requires 30 days, not 30 hours.
An AFU officer told the BBC that his unit received an order to cease fire minutes after the start of Putin's "truce". They are also ordered to record violations and return fire.
Giorgia Meloni's translator publicly apologized for a stumble during a meeting with Donald Trump. Due to the hitch, the Italian Prime Minister had to translate herself, which the translator called a "terrible failure," justifying the interruption by the importance of the meeting.
Law enforcement officers in Kyiv started intensified patrolling during the Easter days. Joint patrols of the police, National Guard, and others are working near churches and temples to ensure safety and prevent offenses.
In Beijing, 21 humanoid robots participated in a half-marathon alongside people for the first time. The winning robot showed a time of 2:40, the winning person — 1:02.
