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Vadim Khlyudzinsky

He graduated from the Institute of Journalism of the Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Since 2003, he has worked as a journalist on television, radio, in news agencies, print and online media. Since February 2025, he has been working as an editor at the UNN IA. He specializes in Ukrainian domestic policy, international relations, and socio-economic issues.
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Occupiers' losses for the day amounted to 1,130 personnel and 1,817 drones

Over the past day, Russian troops lost 1,130 soldiers and 1,817 drones. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released updated statistics on the enemy's combat losses.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 04:44 AM • 4285 views
Large-scale fire breaks out at factory in Russia's Rostov following missile strikeVideo

A fire broke out at an enterprise in Rostov-on-Don following a missile strike. Local residents report a hit on the Rostovagropromzapchast plant.

News of the World • May 8, 04:31 AM • 5254 views
EU leaders are preparing their own initiative for negotiations with Putin - FT

António Costa is preparing the EU for negotiations with the RF due to frustration with Donald Trump's actions. Zelenskyy supports coordination to increase pressure on Moscow.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 04:16 AM • 18724 views
Up to +28 degrees: where it will rain in Ukraine on May 8Photo

On May 8, rains and thunderstorms are expected in the western and northern regions, while in the east, temperatures will rise to +28°. Variable cloudiness without precipitation is expected in Kyiv.

Weather and environment • May 8, 03:59 AM • 5659 views
RF litters border areas with fake hryvnias featuring "Great Victory" slogans – CCDPhoto

The enemy is dropping counterfeit hryvnias with QR codes from drones to discredit Ukraine's leadership. Do not touch the leaflets and report any findings to law enforcement.

Society • May 8, 03:32 AM • 5339 views
US strikes Iranian ports but denies ceasefire violation - FoxNews

The US military struck the ports of Qeshm, Bandar Abbas, and the Bandar Kargan point. As a result, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have restricted US access to bases.

News of the World • May 8, 02:31 AM • 9822 views
Theft of the Future: Russia is Turning Ukrainian Children into Weapons – NRC

The occupiers have established a network of 210 camps and 400 cadet classes for the assimilation of youth. 600,000 Ukrainian children have already been recruited into propaganda movements.

Society • May 8, 02:02 AM • 5127 views
Drones attacked an oil refinery in Yaroslavl, RussiaVideo

On the night of May 8, drones hit the Yaroslavl Oil Refinery. This is a key enemy facility with a capacity of 15 million tons of oil per year.

News of the World • May 8, 01:34 AM • 22817 views
Eight additional mobile shelters to be installed on Odesa beachesVideo

Eight new shelters will be installed on the Odesa coast for public safety. This season, there are plans to open six municipal and two inclusive beaches.

Society • May 8, 01:05 AM • 5517 views
Russia manipulates the topic of mobilization in Poland to undermine defense capabilities - CCD

The Russian Federation spreads fakes about military registration in Poland to disrupt recruitment. The campaign is aimed at destroying citizens' trust in the army and the state.

Politics • May 8, 12:27 AM • 14428 views
"We know the Russians and their methods": Germany will not evacuate its embassy from Kyiv despite Russian threats

Germany will not evacuate its embassy from Kyiv despite Russian threats regarding attacks on May 9. Diplomats do not plan to change their presence in Ukraine.

Politics • May 7, 11:51 PM • 21762 views
UAE tankers covertly transport millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz - Reuters

Four UAE tankers turned off their trackers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The country is attempting to maintain oil exports despite the threat of Iranian attacks.

Economy • May 7, 11:15 PM • 24711 views
Fico to deliver message from Zelenskyy to Putin during Moscow visit – Slovak media

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will bring a message from Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Moscow. The plane will bypass Poland and the Baltic states due to overflight bans and will follow a "wide arc."

Politics • May 7, 10:39 PM • 14379 views
Outbreak of acute intestinal infection in a Lviv kindergarten: 8 people hospitalized, salmonellosis confirmed in 2 cases

An outbreak of intestinal infection was recorded in a Lviv kindergarten, with eight people hospitalized. The diagnosis of salmonellosis was laboratory-confirmed in two patients.

Society • May 7, 10:03 PM • 5132 views
Armenia is not Russia's ally on the issue of Ukraine – Pashinyan

Pashinyan stated that Armenia is not Russia's ally on the issue of Ukraine. Yerevan provides humanitarian aid to Kyiv and has hosted Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a visit.

Politics • May 7, 09:28 PM • 14373 views
Shakhtar loses to Crystal Palace for the second time and is eliminated from the Conference League one step away from the final

Donetsk's Shakhtar lost to Crystal Palace in London in the second leg of the Conference League semi-final with a score of 1:2. With an aggregate score of 2:5 over two matches, the club has been eliminated from the tournament.

Sports • May 7, 08:56 PM • 4151 views
Russians dropped three aerial bombs on a residential area of Kramatorsk - there are casualtiesPhotoVideo

Occupiers struck Kramatorsk with FAB-250 bombs, resulting in the death of a man and injury to a woman. A high-rise building and three vehicles were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 08:34 PM • 5376 views
Exchange rates for May 7: the dollar fell to 43.85 hryvnia, while the euro and zloty rose

The NBU lowered the dollar rate to 43. 85 UAH, while the euro and zloty became more expensive. In banks, the American currency is trading at a rate of 43.65-44.15 hryvnia.

Economy • May 7, 05:00 AM • 3669 views
General Staff updates data on occupiers' losses: minus 890 personnel and 1,851 UAVs

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 890 Russian servicemen and destroyed 1,851 drones. The enemy also lost 61 artillery systems and equipment.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 04:46 AM • 4613 views
Sikorski: Poland will forgive Fico's visit to Moscow on the condition of unblocking aid to Ukraine

Poland will forgive Fico's visit to the Russian Federation if Slovakia unblocks aid to Ukraine. Sikorski noted positive changes in the Slovak Prime Minister's attitude toward Kyiv.

Politics • May 7, 04:15 AM • 5312 views
Heat up to 30 degrees and thunderstorms with wind gusts will cover Ukraine - Hydrometeorological CenterPhoto

On May 7, variable cloudiness and temperatures up to 30 degrees are expected in Ukraine. Rain with thunderstorms and strong winds will occur in the western regions.

Weather and environment • May 7, 03:59 AM • 3757 views
Curator of Russian disinformation network detained in Argentina - CCD

The Argentine government has detained Dmitry Novikov, the leader of the La Compañía network. The organization discredited President Javier Milei for his support of Ukraine.

Politics • May 7, 03:28 AM • 5205 views
SBU detains deserter in Kyiv who organized arson of military vehicles on FSB orders

A mobilized soldier deserted from service and organized the arson of Defense Forces' vehicles in Kyiv using drug-addicted individuals. The perpetrator faces up to eight years in prison.

Kyiv • May 7, 03:14 AM • 21784 views
In the first 4 months of the year, over 11,000 ecosystem fires occurred in Ukraine, only 350 of which were caused by Russian aggression - State Emergency Service

Since the beginning of 2024, 11,000 fires have occurred in Ukraine's ecosystems, resulting in 27 deaths. More than 1,600 violators have already been fined for burning dry vegetation.

Society • May 7, 02:33 AM • 4807 views
Night attack on Dnipro: person injured and high-rise building damaged

As a result of the night strike on Dnipro, a person was injured and a fire broke out in a five-story building. Neighboring houses and cars were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 02:16 AM • 17265 views
Umerov flies to the US for talks with Special Envoy Steve Witkoff - Bloomberg

Rustem Umerov will meet with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in Miami this week. The meeting will take place against the backdrop of a lack of progress in peace negotiations.

Politics • May 7, 02:02 AM • 19988 views
Occupiers disrupt schooling in the temporarily occupied territories of Kherson region for the sake of "pobyedobyesiye" – NRC

In the Kherson region, occupiers are forcing students to clean memorials instead of preparing for exams. Children are being used as free labor for propaganda events leading up to May 9th.

Society • May 7, 01:47 AM • 4651 views
Police in Olsztyn, Poland, investigate brutal beating of Ukrainian teenager – media

In Olsztyn, a group of individuals attacked a 14-year-old Ukrainian following a conflict with girls. Police are investigating the case as a beating and humiliation on national grounds.

Crimes and emergencies • May 7, 01:30 AM • 23386 views
Zelenskyy asks partners for air defense to protect energy infrastructure in winter and warns of Russian summer offensive - Bloomberg

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is asking Western allies for air defense systems to prepare for intensive winter shelling. In the summer, the Kremlin plans new offensives despite significant losses and resource problems.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 01:01 AM • 13364 views
Evolution of the Ukrainian infantryman from Rus' to the present – a flash mob was held in Kyiv for Infantry DayPhoto

In Kyiv, a flash mob showcasing the evolution of military uniforms was held to mark Infantry Day. Participants demonstrated the equipment of warriors from the times of Rus' to the present day.

Culture • May 7, 12:26 AM • 4850 views