The Russian Federation uses criminals and online mercenaries for assassinations and sabotage in EU countries. German security agencies have uncovered numerous cases of such operations.
The World Athletics Association has rejected the IOC's recommendation regarding the return of the Belarusian flag. The condition for any change is the end of the war in Ukraine.
Two strikes were recorded in the Shevchenkivskyi and Kholodnohirskyi districts of Kharkiv. Debris fell onto the road, and a fire broke out at an infrastructure facility.
Israel fears that Trump will sign an agreement with Iran without addressing the missile threat. Jerusalem is trying to prevent Tehran from maintaining its nuclear potential.
The government has allocated UAH 10. 6 billion for IDP payments and expanded assistance for children. Internally displaced persons will be compensated for 70% of the down payment and annual mortgage payments.
Poland and France are proposing to move the opening of five negotiation clusters to the fall. Ukraine, however, seeks to begin this process as early as May.
Russian elites are distancing themselves from Putin due to the failed offensive and loss of positions. Analysts are already predicting Russia's future without the dictator.
An administrative building of a quest center on the grounds of the Izmailovo Kremlin is on fire in Moscow. The fire has engulfed the roof, covering an area of about 200 square meters.
The first ten Eurovision finalists have been selected in Vienna. Ukrainian artist Leleka will perform in the second semi-final on May 14.
Due to undercooked chicken fillet, 22 people contracted salmonellosis at a Lviv kindergarten. Among the infected are 18 children, most of whom have been hospitalized.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has no confirmation regarding the origin of the sea drone found off the coast of Greece. Ukraine is ready to cooperate with Athens to clarify all circumstances.
Over the past 24 hours, the occupiers lost 1,080 soldiers and 1,479 drones. Additionally, 82 artillery systems and 373 units of motor vehicles were destroyed.
The Kremlin is using radicalized youth and foreigners for arson and surveillance in Europe. The goal of these operations is to destabilize the West and halt aid to Ukraine.
Donald Trump allows for the extension of the truce between Ukraine and the Russian Federation after May 11. According to the US President, the war in Ukraine is the worst thing that has happened since World War II.
On May 9, thunderstorms and rain are expected in Ukraine, with temperatures in the west dropping to 13-18 degrees. Precipitation will occur in Kyiv, and the air temperature will not exceed 23 degrees.
According to analysts' assessments, the Kremlin seeks to create a false sense of political urgency for its negotiating partners. In this way, Russia is trying to force Ukraine to cede the unoccupied part of the Donbas, which Russian forces have been unable to take on the battlefield.
Due to a shortage of spare parts, Russian artillery in the Kherson region is breaking down during combat. This limits fire support for the infantry and leads to an increase in casualties.
The body of an 11-year-old boy with a stab wound was found on a street in Sheptytskyi. Law enforcement officers have launched an investigation into the intentional murder of a child.
The US has introduced sanctions against 10 individuals and companies for assisting Iran in weapons production. The restrictions target programs for the development of missiles and 'Shahed'-type drones.
Kaja Kallas announced preparations for Moldova's rapid accession to the EU. According to the head of European diplomacy, changes of government in various EU member states have opened a window of opportunity.
The Russian Federation has invited media representatives from Africa to Victory Day celebrations and training at a media school. The Kremlin is creating an influence network to promote its narratives.
Trump's anger at Merz over criticism of the war in Iran is stalling the trade deal with the EU. The US could impose 25% tariffs on cars as early as July 4.
Russia's return to sports has been postponed due to suspicions of a doping cover-up at the Sochi Olympics. WADA is conducting an investigation into the leadership of the Russian Anti-Doping Agency.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico arrived in Moscow to meet with Putin. He called himself the "black sheep of the EU" and expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Russia planned to transfer 5,000 fiber-optic controlled drones to Iran for attacks on US forces. The document indicates that Russians were preparing Iranian operators.
In the village of Pechenyuhy, a drone attack killed one man and wounded two others. A farm building and a feed warehouse were destroyed.
Peskov stated that Russia does not need permissions to hold the Victory Parade. Slutsky called Zelenskyy's decree a 'clown show' and assured that the event would take place.
In the Zhytomyr region, a fire in the Polissya Nature Reserve has been localized over an area of 500 hectares. There is no threat to settlements; containment efforts will continue through the night.
Ukraine has returned to the elite division of the Ice Hockey World Championship, finishing second in the group. This happened for the first time since 2007, thanks to a victory over Japan and Lithuania's success in the game against Poland.
For May 8, the NBU set the dollar exchange rate at 43. 80 UAH and the euro at 51.54 UAH. Both currencies lost value compared to the previous banking day.
