Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that the Russians struck Kharkiv with Iskander missiles, injuring more than 100 people.
Convicted of the murder of activist Artem Myroshnychenko were released early to serve in the Armed Forces. The court released Mykola Barabash and Oleksandr Baryshko, who expressed a desire to serve.
Daria Bilodid, a Ukrainian judoka, made her debut in football for Kharkiv's "Metalist 1925". She came on as a substitute in the 87th minute of the Ukrainian Championship match against "Ladomir".
Cadets will receive a scholarship of UAH 8,000, and those who are in their final year and study excellently will receive UAH 20,000. The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted the relevant resolution.
Peskov announced "progress" in negotiations on Ukraine, but acknowledged many difficult issues. He also commented on Rubio's statement about a possible abandonment of peace efforts.
The Cabinet will allocate UAH 830 million of subvention to the regions for the arrangement of shelters in educational institutions. Funds will be received by 15 communities, as well as Kherson, Zaporizhzhia and Khmelnytskyi regions.
The Cabinet will attract 84 million dollars from the World Bank within the HOPE project for compensation payments under the "eRecovery" program. In total, more than 96,000 families received support.
The government is working on reducing drug prices and expanding the "Affordable Medicines" program, allowing Ukrainians to receive 600 drugs for free. The "Mobile Pharmacies" program is also being expanded in 15 regions.
US Special Envoy Vitkoff suggested that Ukraine should be less concerned about regions where the Russian language prevails. Putin was fixated on Ukrainian territories during the negotiations.
In the 25th round of the UPL, "Oleksandria" will try to break away from "Shakhtar", and "Vorskla" will try to get out of the relegation zone. In the evening, "Dynamo" and "Obolon" will meet in the capital derby.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Brian Fitzpatrick, discussing efforts for peace and security guarantees. Fitzpatrick plans to travel to the front to meet with Ukrainian soldiers.
Donald Trump said he does not consider Zelenskyy guilty of the war, but he does not like what the Ukrainian president is doing. According to Trump, Biden and Zelenskyy are to blame for the war.
Donald Trump has announced the signing of an agreement between Ukraine and the United States on mineral resources as early as next Thursday, April 24. Previously, Volodymyr Zelenskyy had stated the possibility of signing a memorandum on April 17.
Donald Trump announced that he expects a response from Russia regarding peace talks in the near future. According to Trump, the process is slow, and he hopes for a quick reaction.
President Zelenskyy stated that in 1992, Ukraine had 225 air defense systems, but by 2019 their number had decreased to about 60. Most disappeared between 2000 and 2019.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's readiness to buy at least 10 Patriot systems from the USA. Funding can be provided by European countries.
Volodymyr Zelensky announced the introduction of new sanctions. They will be directed against Kremlin propagandists and manufacturers of Iskander missiles.
President Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine and the United States may sign a memorandum of intent regarding a mineral agreement as early as April 17. The document will be signed online while lawyers work on the agreement.
The President of Ukraine stated that Steve Vitkoff, Trump's special envoy, is spreading Russian narratives regarding the possible inclusion of Ukrainian territories in a peace agreement. Zelenskyy emphasized that this is dangerous.
Ukraine has received information about China's supply of weapons to Russia. In particular, we are talking about gunpowder and artillery, as well as the production of weapons on the territory of the Russian Federation.
On April 17, the Russian army attacked Pokrovsk, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled the attack. According to Zelensky, 115 pieces of equipment were destroyed and 200 occupiers were eliminated.
Germany has handed over ammunition for Gepard, Leopard 2 tanks, demining vehicles and Zuzana 2 self-propelled guns to Ukraine. The package also includes armored vehicles, drones, radars and other equipment.
The NBU expects a significant increase in the yields of grain, oilseeds and vegetables in 2025. This will contribute to a slowdown in food inflation in the second half of the year.
The body of a 20-year-old cadet of the State Border Guard Service with a gunshot wound to the chin was found in Khmelnytskyi. An investigation and internal investigation into the circumstances of the tragedy are underway.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted as a basis a bill on fines of up to UAH 3,400 for inducing minors to use doping. Amendments will be made to Article 323 of the Criminal Code, increasing the punishment for such actions.
In Ukraine, the collection of applications to the Register of Damages Caused by the Aggression of the Russian Federation continues. They can be submitted through the "Diia" portal in 9 categories, and all 45 are planned to be opened by the end of the year.
Michael Kratsios stated that US technologies allow controlling time and space, eliminating distance and increasing productivity. Europe seeks to reduce its dependence on US technologies.
Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a new security architecture and new support packages from partners. He emphasized that Ukraine is ready for political decisions.
President Zelenskyy reported progress on the agreement with the US regarding rare earth metals. The agreement is expected to bring economic benefits to both countries.
A man suspected of killing a soldier, attempting to assassinate Oleh Syniehubov and Vyacheslav Zadorenko will be tried in Kharkiv. He faces life imprisonment.