Olga Rozgon
The Italian government has approved the extradition of Xu Jiawei, whom the US accuses of cyberattacks. He is suspected of stealing COVID-19 research for the benefit of China.
The President of Ukraine and the President of the EBRD discussed the restoration of the confinement at the Chornobyl NPP. The facility was damaged by a Russian drone in February 2025.
An explosion occurred on the Pan-American Highway in Colombia, resulting in 14 deaths and 38 injuries. Authorities blame former FARC rebels.
Zelenskyy decorated the liquidators of the 1986 accident and Chornobyl NPP personnel for their work during the occupation. Rescuers were also recognized for eliminating the consequences of a drone strike.
Due to the disconnection of the Ferrosplavna-1 line, the plant operated on diesel generators for an hour and a half. This is already the fifteenth blackout at the ZNPP.
No electricity consumption restrictions are planned for Monday, April 26. Power engineers advise using high-power appliances between 10:00 and 16:00.
Donald Trump stated that the shooting would not have occurred if there were a protected ballroom in the White House. He called for the construction of the facility to be accelerated.
The poll showed that 64% of Americans oppose the abolition of birthright citizenship. Additionally, 67% support banning transgender individuals from women's sports.
Anti-personnel mines of the 'Pryanyk' (Gingerbread) type were discovered on Shenheliia Street near the school. Residents are asked to avoid the area due to the likely expansion of the mining zone.
The suspect's targets at the correspondents' dinner were members of the Trump administration. Two firearms and knives were seized from the detainee.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Rafael Grossi opened the exhibition "Chornobyl: People and Meanings. " The President discussed the consequences of Russian strikes on the Chornobyl NPP and nuclear safety.
Two people were killed and two others injured by falling trees. Over a thousand settlements are without power, and rescuers are working across 13 regions.
Funds from the first EU tranche will be allocated to domestic drones, miltech, and energy protection. Ukraine has also reached an agreement on stable diesel supplies.
During the day, 52 combat engagements took place, the most difficult situation being on the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. The enemy actively attacked UAF positions and shelled the border areas.
Due to gale-force winds in the Lviv region, 103 settlements have been left without electricity. Fallen trees and damaged roofs have been reported in several districts.
Estonian police patrol boat ended up in Russian waters of the Narva River due to a malfunction. The crew of three people returned on their own in 15 minutes.
Speaker Mike Johnson proposes to extend FISA 702 for three years without warrants for Americans' data. Trump is ready to risk rights for security, the committee will consider the compromise on Monday.
Nearly half of Generation Z representatives (18–29 years old) in the US want to live in the past due to discomfort from technologies, according to an NBC News poll. 62% of young people pessimistically assess their future, 80% believe that the US is going the wrong way.
Ukrenergo does not forecast power outage schedules for April 25. They call to shift energy-intensive processes to daytime and limit powerful appliances from 18:00 to 22:00.
Tankers of Russia's shadow fleet carrying oil through the Baltic have begun choosing the southern route past Bornholm, avoiding Swedish checks. Sweden is strengthening controls, while Denmark is less resolute.
Zelenskyy met with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and agreed on cooperation in exporting security expertise, energy, and food security. Tasks were set for the teams and assessments of the situation in the Middle East were exchanged.
Ryanair to close Berlin airport base on October 24 due to planned 10% charge increase. Passenger traffic to drop from 4.5 million to 2.2 million in 2027.
From April 27, parking fees in Kyiv will change, and monthly subscriptions for taxpayers will be introduced. A subscription can be obtained through Kyiv Digital.
Moldovan MPs voted to terminate the state of emergency in the energy sector. The measures were introduced due to damage to power lines after Russian attacks.
António Costa urged EU leaders to be autonomous due to diverging interests with the US. The bloc fears an energy crisis and pressure from Washington.
In Sumy region, a 43-year-old man has been taken into custody on suspicion of sexual violence against a 13-year-old girl with whom he lived after meeting on social media. The child has been removed from the family and is in a rehabilitation center.
A 5. 7 magnitude tremor and a series of aftershocks were recorded near Lasithi. There are no casualties, but seismologists advise avoiding swimming due to the risk of waves.
In the first quarter of 2026, Russia's deficit amounted to 4. 6 trillion rubles, with a plan of 3.8 trillion. The Kremlin is introducing excess profit taxes and strengthening financial oversight.
In June, a hub for supporting Ukrainians and providing return consultations will open in Sweden. The project will become part of the network after a successful launch in Berlin.
The Russian dictator explained the mass network restrictions by security considerations. The country is transitioning to a strictly limited digital environment.