The Ukrainian mine disposal system, HART 5100, has been certified. It is remotely controlled, has a speed of 1.5 km/h, and clears more than 2 hectares per day.
Canada invests $15. 1 billion in the construction of nuclear power plants with small modular reactors, becoming the first G7 country with this technology. Ontario Power Generation has received permission for the first phase of the project.
Pakistan attacked military bases in the Jammu and Kashmir region. India neutralized missile strikes and drone attacks on bases in Kashmir and Punjab, with no losses.
The US and Russia are working on organizing a bilateral meeting between Trump and Putin, taking into account proposals from the Russian Federation. Ushakov positively assessed the statements of US Vice President Pence.
In the second half of 2024, the number of cyberattacks on the security and defense sector of Ukraine increased by 82%. New threat clusters have appeared, and old ones are developing, changing tactics.
The ATEŞ cyber unit attacked Kassa24. ru, which was distributing tickets to "cultural events" of the occupiers in Crimea. The organization stated that it is fighting against the ideological machine of the Kremlin.
In the village of Zarichne, Stary Saltiv community, an 11-year-old boy sustained severe injuries due to the explosion of an unidentified object. He has been hospitalized, and doctors are providing the necessary assistance.
Internally displaced persons will receive expanded state support for housing rental. The subsidy is automatically renewed every six months, covers more expenses, and gives freedom of choice of housing.
Zaporizhzhia patrol officers found a weakened baby owl on the road. The chick was handed over to an ornithologist who will take care of it until it returns to the wild.
The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has found evidence of illegal enrichment by the former head of the Kharkiv Territorial Center for Recruitment and Social Support. The SAPO (Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office) prosecutor has filed a lawsuit for the confiscation of property worth UAH 4.8 million.
Due to cancellations of Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines flights, more than 15,000 Russians are stranded at Turkish airports. The companies canceled 31 flights to Moscow on May 8-9.
Stacey Weale created an avatar of her brother, who was killed in 2021, using AI. The avatar spoke in court, which moved the judge and influenced the sentencing of the murderer.
Detectives of the Bureau of Economic Security (BES) have seized a complex with an area of over 6,700 sq. m and UAH 291 million in the accounts of a company controlled by sanctioned oligarch Kostyantyn Zhevago. He is hiding abroad.
Brad Arnold announced that he has kidney cancer that has metastasized to his lungs. Due to the illness, the band canceled their summer tour.
Germany provides Ukraine with a new military aid package, including missiles for the IRIS-T air defense system, ammunition for Leopard 2, drones, and armored vehicles. Engineering equipment and artillery shells have also been handed over.
Applications are being accepted until May 10 for DNA collection from Ukrainians in Poland whose relatives have gone missing. Sample collection will take place in Warsaw, Łódź, and Wrocław.
The "Reserve+" app has automatically extended deferrals for students, postgraduates, parents with many children, and people with disabilities. It will also be possible to generate a referral for a military medical examination independently.
In the village of Petropavlivska Borshchahivka, a 13-year-old boy suffered burns due to the ignition of power elements. Police and explosives experts are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has arrived in Moscow to discuss bilateral relations and international issues with Putin. The delegation included Cai Qi and Wang Yi.
The occupation authorities of Skadovsk are preparing for May 9, hanging communist symbols on empty streets. The city is deserted, businesses are closed, and residents have either left or are hiding.
Minister of Energy German Galushchenko and ACER Director Christian Zinglersen discussed the integration of Ukraine's energy system into EU markets. Ukraine plans to adopt the necessary package of laws this year and fully implement the changes from 2027.
The European Commission stated that without China's support, Russia would not be able to wage war against Ukraine on such a scale. The EU-China summit, scheduled for July, is an opportunity to develop relations with Beijing.
Environmental damage from shelling of military facilities is estimated at UAH 367 billion. The war led to land pollution, fires and long-term impact on ecosystems.
The Strichka coordination platform has launched a campaign to collect signatures for a petition to the European Parliament on the accelerated accession of Ukraine to the EU. This is necessary to strengthen European security.
Ukraine called on India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and diplomacy. This happened against the background of missile strikes and reports of casualties on both sides.
Ukraine has introduced electronic distribution for medical students in internships. The system automates the process, making it transparent and efficient, integrated with the job portal.
The government organized a competition where residents had to do 29,220 push-ups, symbolizing the number of peaceful days since the victory in World War II. However, only 3,600 push-ups were completed.
FIE has allowed athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate in team tournaments under a neutral flag. The teams will compete under the FIE flag at the 2025 European Championship.
Cyber experts of the SBU, together with Czech law enforcement officers, liquidated a call center in Zakarpattia, which was stealing accounts of residents of the European Union. The four organizers of the scheme face up to 12 years in prison.
Participants of the main session of the NMT-2025 have been sent invitations to their electronic accounts. These invitations specify the date, time, and address of the examination center. They are asked not to disclose information about the testing location.
