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Frontline battles increased over 24 hours - General Staff map by directionsPhoto

206 combat engagements were recorded over the day, a third more than the previous figure. The enemy used over 7,700 drones and launched 71 airstrikes.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 06:21 AM • 4616 views
113 out of 142 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

The Defense Forces neutralized 113 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. 28 hits were recorded at 18 locations, and combat operations are currently ongoing.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 05:19 AM • 4553 views
On April 19, there were 166 combat engagements on the front – General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Over the past day, the enemy used 4887 drones and 146 aerial bombs. The hottest areas were Pokrovsk and Huliaipole, where dozens of enemy assaults were repelled.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 07:45 PM • 5337 views
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Astrological forecast for April 20-26 promises tension and major changes

Astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko warned of a week of peak tension and Uranus's transition into Gemini. Sharp political decisions and emotional outbursts are expected.

Society • April 19, 04:06 PM • 35556 views
Missing for over two years - director Ihor Malakhov died in battles near AvdiivkaPhoto

The Ukrainian director died in battle near the village of Stepove in December 2023. His identity was confirmed by examination, and the farewell ceremony will take place on April 21 in Kyiv.

Society • April 19, 03:33 PM • 11365 views
In Druzhkivka, a Russian FPV drone hit a nine-story building, causing a fire - State Emergency ServicePhoto

The occupiers attacked a balcony on the eighth floor of a nine-story building. Rescuers extinguished the fire; according to preliminary data, there were no casualties.

Society • April 19, 01:32 PM • 5507 views
Russian propaganda spreads fake news about National Guard "blocking detachments" in Kharkiv region

The enemy fabricated a story about Territorial Defense fighters being blocked by National Guard units near the village of Zybyne. The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted the disinformation, which aims to divide the Defense Forces.

Society • April 19, 12:59 PM • 5353 views
Syrskyi announced a competition with Russia in the drone sector and outlined new tasks for the Armed Forces of UkrainePhoto

The Commander-in-Chief held a meeting with representatives of over a hundred units regarding drone development. Priorities included technology, quantity, and economics.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 12:29 PM • 4932 views
Remains of at least 50 infants found in Trinidad cemetery

The bodies of 50 infants and 6 adults with identification tags were found in a cemetery in Cumuto. Police are investigating the possibility of illegal handling of the remains.

News of the World • April 19, 10:09 AM • 4687 views
National Police showed a video of the evacuation of bodies of the deceased from frontline Synelnykivskyi districtVideo

Police evacuated two deceased individuals from the village of Mezheva after an attack by a Russian FPV drone. The evacuation was carried out under the constant threat of repeated strikes.

Society • April 19, 09:41 AM • 5477 views
Over 7,000 people participated in the city-wide clean-up in Kyiv - KMDAPhoto

In Kyiv, 3,352 cubic meters of garbage were removed and almost a thousand plants were planted at 40 locations. Utility workers, activists, and veterans joined the event.

Society • April 19, 08:28 AM • 6313 views
Enemy launched over 9,000 drones in a day and conducted 153 attacks - General Staff

153 combat engagements in a day - the enemy massively used aviation and over 9,000 drones, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:18 AM • 3889 views
IDF eliminated Hezbollah terrorists despite ceasefire

The Israeli military destroyed a terrorist cell and an underground shaft in southern Lebanon. The operation was carried out to eliminate a "direct threat to northern communities."

News of the World • April 19, 03:03 AM • 12227 views
In Kyiv, a driver hit a TCC serviceman during an inspection, a shooting occurredVideo

In Kyiv, a driver ran over a serviceman and fled during a document check. The police opened a criminal case, and the TCC is investigating the shooting.

Crimes and emergencies • April 18, 11:16 PM • 24297 views
135 combat engagements recorded on the front, the most intense fighting in the Pokrovsk direction - General Staff

135 battles recorded on the front, the enemy carried out most attacks in the Pokrovsk direction. The occupiers used over 6,000 drones and 135 aerial bombs in a day.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 07:30 PM • 5415 views
Served in the AFU, but born in Russia - what is known about the Kyiv terrorist VasylchenkovPhoto

The shooter turned out to be Dmytro Vasylchenkov, a former military man and native of Russia. He served in the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2004 in Donetsk region, and then returned to service in 2022.

Society • April 18, 06:01 PM • 12394 views
In Kozacha Lopan, a man died and a woman was seriously injured due to the detonation of an FPV drone

In Kozacha Lopan, a 49-year-old man died and a woman was seriously injured due to a drone explosion. The victims were trying to pick up an enemy drone.

Society • April 18, 02:43 PM • 7849 views
54 combat engagements recorded at the front, enemy attempted to advance 13 times in the Pokrovsk direction - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, 54 combat engagements have been recorded, with the most difficult situation in the Pokrovsk direction. The occupiers are actively shelling Sumy region and the south with aviation.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 01:44 PM • 4451 views
In Kropyvnytskyi, a man who drove a TCC serviceman on the hood of his car has been notified of suspicion

The driver refused to provide documents and drove the serviceman on the hood for several blocks. The victim sustained injuries, and the perpetrator faces up to 5 years in prison.

Society • April 18, 12:49 PM • 4826 views
Fighters of the 72nd Brigade destroyed enemy artillery on the Russian territory - Ground Forces of the AFUVideo

Soldiers of the 72nd Brigade eliminated two Msta-S self-propelled artillery systems and two D-30 howitzers in the Russian Federation. The Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the successful destruction of enemy equipment abroad.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 11:02 AM • 4138 views
Ukraine is creating an artificial intelligence center for wartime needs - Ministry of Defense

The Ministry of Defense is launching the A1 center to develop AI solutions for drones and analyze enemy actions. The project is being implemented with the support of Britain to automate the army.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 10:16 AM • 4129 views
Three people attacked Yavoriv TCC - two suspects detained

Three individuals broke into the TCC building and attacked the security. Police detained two participants in the incident, the third attacker is wanted.

Society • April 18, 08:12 AM • 6068 views
Russian military base recorded in Crimea near former nuclear storage sitePhoto

A site with inflatable structures and sea containers appeared near Krasnokamianka. The object has double security and a lightning protection system.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 07:39 AM • 12543 views
Russia launched 219 drones at Ukraine - 190 of them were shot downPhoto

The occupiers launched 219 drones from Crimea and the territory of the Russian Federation. Defense forces destroyed 190 UAVs, and hits were recorded at 17 locations in various regions of the country.

Society • April 18, 05:56 AM • 4236 views
Russian Federation attacked Odesa region with drones at night, port infrastructure damaged, one person injured

Russian drones damaged port infrastructure, warehouses, and administrative buildings in Odesa district. One person was injured as a result of the enemy shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 05:12 AM • 3827 views
In Sevastopol, an oil depot on Cape Manganari is burning after a drone attack - monitorsPhotoVideo

A fire broke out on Cape Manganari as a result of a prolonged drone attack. The occupation authorities confirmed the fire but denied the presence of fuel reserves.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:41 AM • 15207 views
Ukraine confirmed the start of pilot training on Gripen in 2026

Zelenskyy confirmed the start of pilot training on Swedish aircraft. Sweden allocates 80 billion kronor in aid and discusses localization of production.

News of the World • April 18, 03:15 AM • 6870 views
Ukraine to receive 15 times more drones than Britain in two years, but there are nuances

Britain will transfer 120,000 drones of various types to Ukraine. The kingdom's own army received only 8,000 units due to rapid obsolescence of equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 12:40 AM • 12223 views
Russia is trying to strengthen its contingent in Transnistria due to security concerns for its troops – Budanov

The Kremlin is considering scenarios to increase its presence in Transnistria due to psychological pressure. Ukraine is taking preventive measures and strengthening border defenses.

Politics • April 17, 07:50 PM • 3673 views
118 combat engagements recorded on the front, enemy launched over 4,000 drones - General Staff

The General Staff recorded 118 clashes, 4031 drone attacks, and 2396 shellings. The greatest enemy activity was observed in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:21 PM • 3334 views