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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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Russian industry faces a shortage of nearly 1.9 million workers and a lack of production modernization – intelligence

Russian industry is short of 1. 9 million specialists due to low wages and an aging workforce. A lack of investment is halting production automation.

Economy • May 17, 07:55 PM • 3657 views
195 combat engagements occurred at the front, the fiercest battles continue in several sectors - General Staff

195 engagements took place over the past day, with the most difficult situations in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors. The enemy launched 4,851 drones and conducted 76 airstrikes.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 07:26 PM • 3277 views
Under conditions of a "fragile peace," 56% of Ukrainian refugees will remain in Europe - UN

According to UN data, 56% of refugees will remain in Europe until 2029 in the event of a ceasefire involving concessions. In the event of a Ukrainian victory, this figure would drop to 32%.

Society • May 17, 07:00 PM • 11787 views
Sybiha condemned the drone attack on a nuclear power plant in the UAE

Andrii Sybiha condemned the UAV attack on the Barakah NPP in the UAE, where a drone struck a generator. The Minister emphasized the importance of protecting nuclear facilities worldwide.

Politics • May 17, 06:47 PM • 3686 views
Zelenskyy and Costa discussed Europe's participation in peace negotiations and Ukraine's European integration

Zelenskyy and António Costa discussed Europe's role in peace negotiations and the schedule for opening clusters. Europe must have a strong voice in the process.

Politics • May 17, 06:35 PM • 4503 views
War is returning to the "home harbor" – Zelenskyy on the strikes on Moscow

Ukrainian forces attacked the Moscow region at a distance of over 500 kilometers. Zelenskyy declared the return of the war to the occupiers' home harbor.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 05:38 PM • 6247 views
NABU refuted Russian propaganda regarding an alleged "investigation" into Olena ZelenskaPhoto

NABU refuted fakes about an investigation into Olena Zelenska. Reports regarding the preparation of her arrest are part of a Russian disinformation campaign.

Society • May 17, 05:25 PM • 7012 views
On the Day of Remembrance of Victims of Soviet Repressions, Ukraine's MFA demands Moscow open NKVD archives

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine demands that Moscow open the NKVD archives and release data on the repressions. The ministry called on the world to condemn the crimes of the Soviet regime.

Society • May 17, 05:11 PM • 5674 views
Russian troops shelled Dnipropetrovsk region nearly 40 times in one day, two dead and five wounded

Occupiers shelled Dnipropetrovsk region 40 times with artillery and drones. Two people were killed, five wounded, and houses and infrastructure were damaged.

Society • May 17, 04:43 PM • 5642 views
US warns of drone attack threat from Cuba following purchase of Russian and Iranian UAVs - Axios

Cuba has purchased 300 drones from Russia and Iran for strikes on the Guantanamo base and Florida. The US declares readiness for a military response to the threat.

Politics • May 17, 04:19 PM • 5285 views
Defense Forces struck a microchip plant for high-precision weapons in the Moscow region – General Staff

The AFU struck the Angstrem plant and a pumping station in the Moscow region. Strikes were also carried out against command posts and concentrations of the occupiers' manpower.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 03:42 PM • 16454 views
Kazakhstan is of strategic importance for Ukraine – Sybiha reveals the reasons

Minister Sybiha emphasized the importance of Kazakhstan for Ukraine's energy sector and reconstruction. The countries are united by a shared history of struggle against Russian repression.

Economy • May 17, 03:19 PM • 9824 views
Ukrainian military began using unguided rockets launched from FP-2 dronesVideo

The Unmanned Systems Forces are deploying FP-2 drones with unguided aerial rockets at ranges of up to 500 km. A ship in Kaspiysk and strategic communication hubs of the occupiers have already been hit.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 02:59 PM • 33319 views
How the world voted for Ukraine at Eurovision 2026 and who gave LELÉKA the most points

Singer LELÉKA entered the top 10 at Eurovision 2026, receiving 221 points. The greatest total support for Ukraine was provided by Azerbaijan, Portugal, and Poland.

Culture • May 17, 02:48 PM • 12957 views
Private houses damaged in Kyiv region as a result of enemy attack

In the Brovary district, an ATP (motor transport enterprise) building and two private houses were damaged due to a drone attack. There are no casualties among the local population.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 02:40 PM • 4174 views
Russian KAB strike on Kharkiv region kills two female civiliansPhoto

In the village of Pidlyman, two women were killed due to a Russian KAB strike. Enemy shells hit a private house and damaged neighboring buildings.

Society • May 17, 02:09 PM • 4644 views
Poachers kill Red Data Book moose in Chernihiv region

An illegal shooting of a male European moose has been recorded in the Chernihiv region. Police are searching for the poachers responsible for killing the animal, which is listed in the Red Data Book.

Society • May 17, 02:05 PM • 3759 views
Russians attacked a 79-year-old woman with a drone in Kherson

In the Dnipro district of Kherson, a 79-year-old woman was hospitalized following a drone attack. Additionally, a wounded girl died in the city, and a man was injured.

Society • May 17, 01:46 PM • 4555 views
Occupiers attacked UAF positions 46 times and shelled border areas - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, the enemy has attacked UAF positions 46 times. The highest number of assaults was recorded in the Kostiantynivka direction, where fighting continues.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 01:28 PM • 3129 views
Two civilians killed in Sumy region due to detonation of an explosive object

In the Putyvl community, two men were killed by the explosion of drone parts. They were loading found wreckage of a drone into their own vehicle.

Society • May 17, 01:08 PM • 3760 views
Occupiers in Zaporizhzhia region are forcibly seizing weapons from hunters "for the needs of the SMO"

In the Zaporizhzhia region, occupiers are seizing hunting weapons from civilians to combat drones. Owners are threatened with criminal cases in case of refusal.

Society • May 17, 12:42 PM • 4382 views
Zelenskyy revealed details of the strike on the Moscow region and addressed RussiansVideo

Zelenskyy announced successful strikes by Ukrainian long-range weapons on the Moscow region. The Defense Forces overcame the enemy's densest air defense system.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 11:53 AM • 17441 views
Strikes on oil refinery near Moscow and Belbek airfield - SBU provides detailsVideo

The SBU and Defense Forces struck the "Angstrem" plant, oil facilities near Moscow, and the "Belbek" airfield. Air defense systems, radars, and UAV control points were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 11:29 AM • 75525 views
Strike on a ship in the Caspian Sea and Russian facilities in the occupied territories - SBS report for May 16-17Video

The SBS hit a ship in the Caspian Sea, a Tor-M2 SAM system, and a communication hub in Crimea. Logistic infrastructure and occupation command posts were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 10:50 AM • 11134 views
Supplies fuel to 40% of Moscow and the region - video of the hit on the Kapotnya Oil Refinery releasedVideo

A video has appeared online showing a drone strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery in Kapotnya. The facility provides about 40% of the fuel needs for Moscow and the surrounding region.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 10:25 AM • 12964 views
"Moscow never sleeps": Ministry of Defense confirms large-scale strikes on targets in the Moscow region

Defense Forces hit the Moscow Oil Refinery and microelectronics plants during a record attack. Three people were killed in the Moscow region, and an oil depot is on fire.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 09:41 AM • 12014 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with thousands of drones and missiles in a week, over 50 people killed - ZelenskyyVideo

Over the week, the enemy launched more than 3,170 drones and 74 missiles. As a result of the shelling, 52 people were killed and 346 civilians were injured.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 09:16 AM • 4764 views
A UAV entered Latvia from Russia – aviation was scrambled, and a large-scale air alert was declared

On Sunday morning, the Latvian military detected a UAV near the border with the Russian Federation. The drone left the country's territory after monitoring by NATO and Latvian forces.

News of the World • May 17, 08:35 AM • 5254 views
Wrestlers from the RF and RB can once again compete in international competitions under their own symbols - CCD

UWW has allowed wrestlers from Russia and Belarus to compete under their own flags. The CCD called this decision a tool for legitimizing Russian aggression.

Sports • May 17, 08:13 AM • 4887 views
The world order no longer works — Zaluzhnyi calls for new security solutionsPhoto

Ukraine's Ambassador to the UK Valerii Zaluzhnyi called for new security solutions at a conference in Tallinn. He emphasized that the old world order no longer works.

Politics • May 17, 07:54 AM • 14417 views