As a result of a night attack on the Odesa region, two people were injured and a hospital was destroyed. Patients were evacuated, and a fire broke out in the Danube Biosphere Reserve.
Over the past day, 189 combat engagements took place, half of which were in three sectors. The enemy launched over 8,000 kamikaze drones and carried out 84 airstrikes.
On the night of April 29, Russia launched 171 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense forces shot down 154 drones, with hits recorded at ten locations.
Péter Magyar discusses the unblocking of 20 billion euros in aid in Brussels. To receive the funds, Hungary must fulfill 27 conditions regarding reforms.
Strikes on the oil depot in Feodosia have caused a fuel shortage for the occupiers near Hola Prystan. Equipment remains stationary due to a strict austerity order.
Night strikes in Dzhankoi damaged a substation. On the Arabat Spit and near Pervomaiske, likely positions of the Russian military and air defense systems were hit.
Russian troops attacked residential buildings in the Shostka community with missiles and drones. A 60-year-old woman was killed, and two other people were injured.
Over the past day, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,180 occupiers and 1,775 drones. Total enemy manpower losses have exceeded 1.3 million people.
A corvette, a tanker, and Su-35 fighter jets remain at the bases in Tartus and Khmeimim. Moscow is attempting to maintain influence through new agreements with Damascus.
The Russian Federation is developing the S-71M autonomous missile for Su-57 fighters. The system will be able to independently search for and destroy targets without operator intervention.
Ukraine proposed integration into Europe's security system at the summit in Croatia. The Via Carpathia project to Kyiv and Rail2Sea to the port of Odesa were announced.
American intelligence is assessing Iran's reaction to a potential statement by Trump regarding a victory. A swift conclusion to the war could strengthen Tehran's position in the region.
In 2026, only foot units will march on Red Square without the participation of equipment or cadets. The decision was attributed to the current situation in the country.
On the night of April 29, enemy drones attacked three districts of Kharkiv. Infrastructure facilities and apartment buildings were damaged, with windows blown out.
Explosions rang out at the Saky, Kirovske, and Hvardiiske airfields in Crimea due to a drone attack. Eyewitnesses report detonations and the operation of enemy air defense.
The return of children abducted by Russia was discussed in the Senate of Spain. The event was attended by representatives of Ukraine and two teenagers who have returned home.
King Charles urged the US Congress for unwavering support for Ukraine for the sake of peace. The monarch emphasized the historical unity of the two nations in the face of threats.
147 combat engagements occurred over the past day; the enemy used 5,200 drones and 151 guided aerial bombs. The highest number of attacks was recorded in the Pokrovsk direction — 42 assaults.
Julie Davis is leaving her post due to disagreement with Trump regarding aid to Ukraine. The diplomat only began her work in Kyiv in May 2025.
The Ministry of Defense and Brave1 tested FPV drones from eight manufacturers that cover 25 km under the influence of electronic warfare. Mykhailo Fedorov announced the rapid scaling of these technologies.
The Russian dictator stated there is a risk of an environmental catastrophe due to strikes on energy facilities in Tuapse. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the hit on the oil refinery and a radar station.
Zelenskyy has approved arms exports in cases of production surplus of up to 50%. Companies will receive automatic permits to sell surplus equipment and drones.
The leader of the Tisza party, Péter Magyar, is initiating a meeting with Zelenskyy in Berehove. He proposes expanding the rights of the Hungarian minority to restart relations.
The Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) reported on Moscow's plans for operations against NATO and the involvement of Belarus. Ukraine will inform its partners and strengthen sanctions against Russia's military-industrial complex.
Russia's seaborne oil shipments reached a one-month high due to attacks on refineries. Moscow's weekly export revenues rose to $2.35 billion.
The construction of fortifications from the Kyiv Sea to Sumy is part of the preparation for a protracted war. Experts deny the threat of a large-scale offensive on Kyiv at this time.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine's Defense Forces are ensuring the destruction of the Russian army's offensive potential, with the rate of the occupiers' irreversible losses already at approximately 60% of total casualties.
Hetmantsev called for the development of the defense industry and arms exports through the Defence City special regime. Ukraine ranked seventh in the world in terms of military spending.
Ukraine will approach Egypt regarding the arrival of a vessel carrying stolen grain. Cairo had previously officially promised Kyiv not to accept such Russian shipments.
The participants in the criminal scheme include the director and a volunteer of a charitable foundation, as well as a neurosurgeon. The detainees have been notified of suspicion under two articles of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. They face a lengthy prison sentence.
