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War in Ukraine

Military conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine
The Russian-Ukrainian War, also known as the Russian armed aggression against Ukraine, also the War for Ukraine's Independence, is Russia's war against Ukraine, caused by the direct and indirect use of the Russian Federation's armed forces against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, which began, according to legal definition, on February 19 or February 20, 2014.
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Syrskyi Commends the Third Corps: The Only One in the AFU Fighting with Its Own Brigades in a Single Sector

Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi revealed details of the AFU corps reform. The Third Corps is the only one fighting with all its subordinate brigades in a single sector.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 11:42 AM • 2933 views
SBU exposes draft-dodging scheme in Kyiv region involving charitable foundations for $16,000Photo

In the Kyiv region, heads of charitable foundations were detained for selling military deferments and facilitating escapes abroad for $16,000. The suspects face up to 9 years in prison.

Society • May 20, 11:36 AM • 4275 views
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The decline of civil aviation will strike Ukraine's defense capabilities - Director General of the Aerospace Association

Ukraine's civil and military aviation function as a single ecosystem with shared specialists. Pressure from the ESBU on airlines threatens to reduce the state's defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 11:33 AM • 17312 views
"No significant breakthroughs": what Xi and Putin agreed on, the status of the gas project, and what was said regarding Ukraine

The parties agreed on the route for Power of Siberia 2, but the schedule and prices remain open. An agreement on a new railway was signed and the visa-free regime was extended.

Politics • May 20, 11:11 AM • 4313 views
Fire Point and its founders do not have the status of suspects - NABU

The NABU has officially confirmed that the executives and founders of Fire Point have not been notified of suspicion in the case regarding drone procurement. Furthermore, the company does not have the status of a legal entity to which criminal law measures can be applied.

Crimes and emergencies • May 20, 11:01 AM • 15357 views
Kyiv resident defrauds daughter of fallen soldier of 700,000 hryvniasPhoto

A 20-year-old Kyiv resident defrauded the daughter of a fallen soldier of 700,000 hryvnias through an online dating site. He secretly withdrew the money and used it to purchase cryptocurrency.

Kyiv • May 20, 10:46 AM • 3390 views
"The numbers are fantastic": Railway officials warn of 1-to-6 demand for tickets during the summer season, offer advice

Due to shelling and rolling stock wear, it is predicted that six people will compete for a single seat this summer. Ukrzaliznytsia advises planning trips 20 days in advance and using the auto-buy feature.

Society • May 20, 10:30 AM • 15614 views
ARMA announces tender for management of Zhevago's assets

The Agency is seeking managers for Zhevago's real estate and a business center owned by sanctioned Russians. The seized assets must work for the economy of Ukraine.

Economy • May 20, 10:09 AM • 3996 views
Russia attacked an energy facility during the strike on Odesa - DTEK

The attack on a DTEK energy facility in Odesa left tens of thousands of families without power. Residential buildings and warehouses were damaged, and one person was injured.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 10:00 AM • 3574 views
"I see neither efficiency nor professionalism" – Serhiy Vlasenko harshly criticized NABU and SAPO

The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Temporary Commission of Inquiry into Corruption in Law Enforcement Agencies, Serhiy Vlasenko, stated that NABU and SAPO are substituting investigations with media campaigns. According to him, detectives wiretapped Timur Mindich for months but did not stop the scheme until the amount of damages became "large enough" for a high-profile special operation.

Politics • May 20, 09:40 AM • 26173 views
US urges Ukraine and EU to ease sanctions on fertilizer imports from Belarus - Bloomberg

The US is asking Ukraine and the EU to ease sanctions on Belarusian potash to improve relations with Minsk. Lithuania is currently refusing to restore transit.

News of the World • May 20, 09:23 AM • 3944 views
Vance stated that transferring Iran's enriched uranium to Russia is not part of U.S. plans

Vice President J. D. Vance denied plans to transfer Iranian uranium to Russia. He stated that the U.S. and Iran do not support such an initiative.

News of the World • May 20, 09:09 AM • 3634 views
NATO fighters scrambled and Vilnius airport airspace closed in Lithuania due to drone threatPhoto

NATO fighters were scrambled and the airport was closed in Lithuania due to a UAV threat. The air alert has been canceled; there were no reports of a drone crash.

Society • May 20, 08:56 AM • 4012 views
Ukraine plans to increase GDP growth to 6% per year, labor productivity to 5%, and investment to 30% of GDP — SvyrydenkoPhoto

The government plans to increase GDP growth to 6% and labor productivity to 5% per year. They aim to increase the share of investment to 30% through the development of priority sectors.

Economy • May 20, 08:53 AM • 2919 views
General Staff confirmed the strike on the Lukoil oil refinery and damage to reservoirs with a capacity of 140,000 cubic meters

The AFU struck the Lukoil oil refinery and damaged four reservoirs at the Yaroslavl-3 station. Control points and ammunition depots in the enemy's rear were also attacked.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 08:42 AM • 4512 views
Body of 94-year-old woman found under rubble in KonotopPhotoVideo

The body of a 94-year-old woman was found under the rubble in Konotop following an attack by 12 drones. Another 11 people were injured, and high-rise buildings and administrative structures were damaged.

Society • May 20, 08:41 AM • 3733 views
Due to the classification of demographics, Russia calculates key indicators using outdated data – intelligence

Due to the concealment of statistics, Russian agencies are using 2024 data to calculate mortality rates. The margin of error in the regions already reaches 17 percent.

News of the World • May 20, 08:04 AM • 3360 views
Ukraine and Hungary have begun consultations, focusing on minority rights and EU accession negotiations - SybihaVideo

Ukraine and Hungary have started consultations regarding EU accession and minority rights. The first negotiation clusters are planned to be opened as early as May and June.

Politics • May 20, 07:58 AM • 3620 views
The main session of the NMT-2026 has started in Ukraine: key tips and what to do in case of an air raid alert

The testing consists of four subjects and lasts for two blocks of 120 minutes each. During an air raid alert, the exam is suspended so that participants can move to a shelter.

Society • May 20, 07:53 AM • 30854 views
In Ukraine, power outages recorded in several regions due to shelling and bad weather - Ministry of Energy

Due to shelling and bad weather, some consumers in eight regions have been cut off from power. Power engineers are working around the clock; no consumption restrictions are currently planned.

Society • May 20, 07:20 AM • 4153 views
SBU: Elevated radiation levels detected on Russian drone debris; striking elements made of depleted uraniumPhoto

The SBU recorded radiation levels exceeding the norm on the debris of an enemy drone. Elements made of depleted uranium were discovered in the warhead of an R-60 missile.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 07:09 AM • 4359 views
Trump's envoy Witkoff to visit Russia - Putin's envoy

Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Russia in the near future. This was stated by Putin's representative Kirill Dmitriev during his stay in China.

Politics • May 20, 06:59 AM • 12889 views
EU Commissioner welcomed the dialogue between Ukraine and Hungary regarding minorities and expects progress with negotiation clusters

Marta Kos welcomed the dialogue between Ukraine and Hungary regarding minority rights. The European Commission plans to open negotiation clusters for EU accession as early as this summer.

Politics • May 20, 06:55 AM • 3995 views
250 combat engagements recorded at the front, Pokrovsk axis remains the hottest – General StaffPhoto

250 battles took place at the front, with the Pokrovsk axis remaining the hottest. The enemy deployed over 9,000 kamikaze drones and 289 guided aerial bombs over the past day.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 06:48 AM • 2968 views
G7 promises to help Ukraine with financing, but reminds of the cancellation of VAT exemptions

The G7 is preparing new financing for Ukraine and demands reforms, including limiting VAT exemptions. Partners will also allocate funds for the repair of Chornobyl NPP facilities.

Economy • May 20, 06:33 AM • 17592 views
Occupation authorities in Donetsk region promote tourism as the "backbone of the economy" amid destroyed industry - CCD

The occupiers are promoting tourism as the foundation of the Donetsk region's economy instead of the destroyed industry. The CCD calls this propaganda to conceal the consequences of the war.

Economy • May 20, 06:26 AM • 2782 views
Trump administration to reduce forces available to NATO for Europe - Reuters

The US will reduce military aid to European NATO allies in the event of a crisis. Washington wants to shift the responsibility for security onto Europe.

News of the World • May 20, 05:59 AM • 4150 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a ballistic "Iskander," 131 out of 154 drones neutralized

The enemy launched 154 drones and a missile at Ukraine; air defense neutralized 131 targets. Hits were recorded in 20 locations, and debris falls in 6 districts.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 05:47 AM • 3745 views
Russia reports drone attacks and fires: "Azot" plant and Lukoil refinery under strikePhotoVideo

Following drone attacks, fires were reported in Russia. The Azot chemical plant and the Lukoil refinery in Kstovo may have been targeted.

News of the World • May 20, 05:42 AM • 4724 views
Russia's losses for the day amounted to 920 soldiers and over 1,800 drones - General Staff

Over the past day, the enemy lost 920 military personnel and 1,873 unmanned aerial vehicles. Total personnel losses of the Russian Federation amount to over 1.3 million people.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 04:44 AM • 28271 views