Stepan Haftko
In southern Lebanon, despite the ceasefire, at least four people were killed from Israeli strikes. Israel attacked "Hezbollah" facilities, which launched rockets at Israel.
Emmanuel Macron stated that the EU should not quickly repay the COVID-19 debt but refinance it. Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis supports deferral to avoid pressure on budgets.
The number of injured in Dnipro has risen to 10, including two children, eight hospitalized. Over the day, 8 people were killed, rescuers pulled another body from under the rubble.
Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will not accept the parliamentary mandate in order to reorganize Fidesz. A journalist suggests his relocation to the USA as a refuge due to the loss of immunity.
China has sharply reacted to the inclusion of its companies in EU sanctions against Russia and calls for their immediate cancellation. Beijing stated harm to relations and threatens protective measures.
Ukrainian military personnel are undergoing training on Mirage 2000-5F fighters with France's participation in the EUMAM Ukraine mission. The training includes air combat, maintenance, and takes place in France and Poland.
In northern Japan, forest fires led to the evacuation of 3,233 people from 1,541 households in Otsuchi. Over 1,000 firefighters were deployed to combat the blaze across 730 hectares.
In Tuapse, after UAV attacks, an oil products spill was washed into the sea and onto the city beach. Cleanup is being carried out manually with buckets due to a lack of equipment.
In the Gaza Strip, local elections were held for the first time in almost two decades in Deir al-Balah. Turnout was 13.8%, on the West Bank – 25.3%, Abbas emphasized unity.
US President Donald Trump canceled the trip of representatives to Pakistan for a meeting with the Iranian side. He announced this in an interview with Fox News.
Since the beginning of the year, over 5. 7 million sq m of damage on highways have been eliminated in Ukraine – record in 6 years. Works are being carried out across the country, planned to be completed by June.
The US has launched an operation to search for and neutralize Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz to restore shipping. Demining could take up to six months, and trust in safety will take longer to restore.
Russian forces attacked Dnipro with missiles and drones for over 20 hours, 6 people killed, 47 injured. Destruction of housing and infrastructure recorded, government to provide financial assistance.
Mordashov’s superyacht “Nord” passed through the Strait of Hormuz on April 25 despite restrictions. The vessel departed Dubai on April 24 and is heading to Oman.
Pentagon Conducts Drills Simulating Massive Drone Attack in Ukrainian Style at Eglin Base. Data Obtained Influences Procurement, Planning, and Creation of Unified Tracking System.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius called Russia the main threat to the country's security, not Trump's policy. He spoke about possible participation in a demining mission in the Strait of Hormuz under a Bundestag mandate.
EU approved €90 billion loan for Ukraine until end of 2026. Additional €19 billion may be needed for 2027 due to deficit.
On the eve of the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster, archival materials stamped "secret" were presented. The documents contain government decisions, reports on evacuation and radiation, and have been included in the UNESCO register.
Three European countries confirmed contributions to PURL to protect Ukraine's energy sector. Financial package unblocked, 20th sanctions package against russia introduced, and opening of clusters discussed.
The US stock market reacts to Trump's statements and posts, which determine sharp changes in the S&P 500. Experts call such influence unprecedented in history.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi ordered to check logistical support at the forward edge by May 20. Commanders of groupings and corps commanders will take measures to strengthen resources, supply delivery, and evacuation.
Only two fuel tankers and one vessel to Iran are passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Traffic has decreased due to attacks and US sanctions against Iran.
Zelenskyy reacted to Russian strikes on Dnipro, calling not to reduce pressure and sanctions against Russia. Emphasized the need for attention to the war in Europe and strengthening Ukraine's air defenses.
The European Union will ban the import of gas condensate from "Yamal LNG" starting January 1, 2027. The sanctions target other Russian LNG projects amid the war in Ukraine.
Prince Harry, together with Minister Natalia Kalmykova and Mykola Kalashnyk, visited the National Military Memorial Cemetery. They paid tribute to the memory of the fallen Ukrainian defenders.
In Germany, a case has been opened for espionage through phishing in Signal; victims include politicians, military personnel, journalists, and NATO representatives. Accounts of ministers Prien, Hubertz, and Bundestag President Klöckner have been hacked.
Major tech and financial companies urge governments to collaborate on cybersecurity through Anthropic's Claude Mythos model. It rapidly detects vulnerabilities, sparking a surge of patches and risks to hospitals, banks, and utilities.
On April 26-27, thunderstorms, hail, and squalls up to 20 m/s are expected in the southern, central, and eastern oblasts. On the night of April 27-28, frosts in most regions with an orange danger level.
In Kherson, Central and Korybelnyi districts de-energized due to shelling. Specialists are assessing damage, invincibility points operating for residents.
Since the beginning of the day, the Russians have carried out 62 attacks on AFU positions along the front. The most intense fighting on the Pokrovsk direction with 22 breakthrough attempts.