President Nicolas Maduro signed a decree introducing a state of economic emergency in Venezuela for a term of 60 days. This will allow measures to be taken to stabilize the economy and support the social sector.
Trump administration restores AP accreditation after court ruling. The conflict was caused by the agency's refusal to use the new name of the Gulf of Mexico, imposed by the president.
The Canadian government will introduce a 25% tariff on American cars that do not meet USMCA requirements. Ottawa will also stimulate domestic production and attract investment in the automotive industry.
A film crew from the Russian Federation has arrived in the temporarily occupied territories to create an illusion of calm. They show staged scenes of reconstruction, ignoring the bombings and destruction.
Donald Trump has signed a law that eases restrictions in the extractive industries and supports the coal industry. Environmentalists are concerned about the increase in emissions of harmful gases.
In Santo Domingo, the roof of a nightclub collapsed, killing 66 people and injuring more than 160. Among the dead are baseball player Octavio Dotel and Governor Nelsi Cruz.
Russia reports a series of explosions in the area of the Engels air base, as well as in several cities of the Krasnodar Territory. Eyewitnesses say they heard the sounds of drones.
As a result of a massive drone attack on Kramatorsk, an 11-year-old girl, her mother and grandmother were injured. Services are working on the spot to eliminate the consequences of the shelling.
Head of the Presidential Office Yermak discussed security and peaceful settlement in Ukraine with British Prime Minister's Advisor Powell. They discussed the implementation of the agreements between Zelenskyy and Starmer.
Kharkiv was subjected to a massive drone attack, which led to damage in the Shevchenkivskyi, Kyivskyi, Industrialnyi, and Osnovianskyi districts. Relevant services are eliminating the consequences.
As a result of the night drone attack in Dnipro, the number of injured has increased to 14. Among the victims are people aged 18 to 87, half of them have been hospitalized.
Ukrainian representatives discussed with the Prime Minister of Belgium the issue of support for the initiative to return children deported by the Russian Federation. Belgium may create a support center for children and families.
As a result of the night drone attack on Dnipro, 10 people were injured, six of whom were hospitalized. The victims suffered injuries of varying severity, including traumatic brain injuries.
The Ukrainian women's national team drew with the Czech Republic (1:1) in the away match of the League of Nations. Anna Petryk converted a penalty, and Ukraine maintained its lead in the group with 10 points.
The Osnovyanskyi district of Kharkiv was shelled in the residential sector. Two people were injured, houses and cars were damaged, and emergency services are working at the scene.
On the night of April 8, Dnipro was subjected to an air attack using drones. Explosions led to fires, damage to private homes and cars, rescuers are working on the ground.
A large-scale fire broke out in a one-story metal hangar in the Pecherskyi district of Kyiv. The fire covered 600 m², but rescuers extinguished the fire, and there were no casualties.
An accident involving two cars occurred in Rivne on the evening of April 8. As a result of the collision on Soborna Street, three people were injured and hospitalized.
Enemy drones were spotted flying over Kharkiv, warehouses are on fire in the Industrial district. The city was shaken by at least 5 explosions, there is no information about casualties.
An air alert has been declared in the Zaporizhzhia region due to the threat of attack drones. Air defense forces are actively responding to the attack, shooting down enemy targets.
Elon Musk appealed to Donald Trump over duties that complicate the import of certain components. He also criticized White House adviser Navarro and advocates for free trade with Europe.
A 4 km ash column rose over the Philippines due to the eruption of the Kanlaon volcano. The third level of danger is maintained, there is a threat of lava flows.
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as of April 8, 2025, the losses of Russian occupiers amounted to 1290 soldiers. Tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems and other enemy equipment were also destroyed.
On April 8, it will be cloudy in Ukraine, with clearings and sleet in places, except for the southeast. Temperatures will range from +1 to +8 degrees, which is atypical for April.
Donald Trump has twice hinted at the possibility of introducing additional tariffs against China. The total fiscal burden on Chinese products in the US could reach 104%.
In the Dnipro district of Kherson, an enemy UAV attacked, injuring a 66-year-old man. He received explosive injuries and shrapnel wounds, his condition is of moderate severity.
As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, a four-year-old girl was returned from the temporarily occupied territory. The child has already been reunited with her father and is safe.
In the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, there are three enemy ships armed with "Caliber" missiles with a total salvo of up to 26 units. No Russian ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas.
A large-scale accident occurred on a bridge in bryansk. At least 16 cars collided due to icy conditions, no serious injuries.
US President Donald Trump has stated that the States may not change tariff restrictions on Israel. This became known during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
