Antonina Tumanova
In Berlin, energy, air defense, and a drone agreement were discussed. Germany confirmed its support for Ukraine's accession to the EU and the opening of a Unity Center.
Kyrylo Budanov met with Mattias Guyomar regarding human rights violations by the Russian Federation. Ukraine continues to effectively defend its interests in international courts.
Ministers signed an agreement on data exchange for weapons analysis and artificial intelligence development. Zelenskyy proposed a drone agreement to Germany.
The Italian Prime Minister considers it premature to return to Russian gas despite the energy crisis due to the war in Iran. Economic pressure remains the main weapon.
Dozens of dead birds are regularly found on the coast of the Sea of Azov near the Gyunai base. Swans die in shrimp nets due to lack of control.
Mayor Borys Filatov declared April 15 a day of mourning in Dnipro. Five people were killed and 15 others were injured as a result of the enemy attack.
Since the beginning of the day, the enemy has attacked the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine 40 times, concentrating forces on Pokrovsk. In Sumy region, Ukrainian units had success during active operations.
The agreements include hundreds of Patriot missiles, 36 IRIS-T systems, and 5,000 AI drones. Germany will invest 300 million euros in long-range weapons for Ukraine.
An armed man in Zakarpattia abducted a woman with a child and wounded a police officer during his arrest. The perpetrator faces life imprisonment for the crimes.
Wang Yi stated the harm caused by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to the global community. Beijing calls for maintaining the fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Naim Qassem called the upcoming negotiations in Washington futile and opposed the disarmament of the group. The President of Lebanon supported the diplomatic process.
Donald Trump stated China's desire to end the war amid intelligence data on arms supplies to Tehran. Beijing could face problems if it helps Iran.
Dmytro Ponomarenko has been appointed Ambassador-at-Large for the release of prisoners and civilians. He will coordinate the search for mechanisms to influence the aggressor state.
The General Staff reported 104 combat engagements and thousands of shellings. In the Pokrovsk direction, the enemy attacked 20 times, losing dozens of pieces of equipment.
Belgium and Spain will provide 1 billion euros in aid each this year. The funds will be directed to air defense, drones, F-16 aircraft, and artillery shells for the front.
During negotiations, the US proposed that Iran remove all enriched uranium from the country. Tehran only agrees to control the process of reducing enrichment.
Alaeddin Boroujerdi announced his readiness to destroy the American fleet if it attempts a blockade. Tehran considers Trump's threats to be merely military propaganda.
As a result of the drone attack, more than 10 houses and 11 cars were damaged, and three people were injured. Rescuers extinguished large-scale fires in the city.
Donald Trump announced a call from the Iranian side regarding negotiations. The main condition of the agreement remains Iran's complete abandonment of nuclear weapons.
Ukrenergo does not plan to restrict electricity supply on Tuesday. Citizens are asked to conserve electricity from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM and shift consumption to daytime hours.
President Aoun declared the state's sovereign right to negotiate without external forces. Security measures have been strengthened in Beirut and ports to prevent arms smuggling.
Alliance allies will not participate in a naval blockade of Iran. France plans a separate mission to restore shipping after the fighting ends.
Pezeshkian condemned Trump for criticizing the Pope on behalf of Iran. Earlier, the US leader criticized the Pope for his stance on nuclear weapons and Venezuela.
The United States has imposed a military blockade on all vessels entering Iranian ports. Neutral ships were given limited time to leave the dangerous zone.
Britain and France initiate a leaders' meeting to restore navigation. They demand the strait be opened without any conditions or additional transit fees.
Donald Trump announced the readiness of the US Navy to destroy Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. The tactic of combating pirates will be used to eliminate the vessels.
According to the Prosecutor General, the stepfather-rapist did not admit his guilt. In the courtroom, he claimed that his stepdaughter slandered him due to arguments over bad grades and spoke about his desire to restore relations to "be a family again."
The General Staff reports active fighting in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. The enemy is launching airstrikes on Sumy Oblast and conducting assaults in the south.
The International Aquatics Federation has allowed athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete with flags and anthems. The countries have also regained full membership in the federation.
The President of the European Commission commented on the elections in Hungary, where Péter Magyar's opposition party is leading. The Tisza Party receives 136 seats in parliament against Fidesz's 56.