War in Ukraine
In April, 11 new books were added to the list of anti-Ukrainian publications based on proposals from the SBU. Currently, this list already includes 668 propaganda works.
From January to April 2024, the Russian Federation exported 850,000 tons of grain from the occupied territories. Ukraine is preparing sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet.
Since the beginning of 2024, over 3,600 border violators have been detained. The most popular routes remain the sections on the borders with Romania and Moldova.
The government has allocated 2 billion hryvnias for payments to 20,000 families under the eVidnovlennia program. The maximum compensation amount is 500 thousand hryvnias.
Italy's Ministry of Culture is investigating the Biennale due to Russia's admission to the 2026 exhibition. The EU is threatening to cancel two million euros in funding for the event.
The IRGC has assumed key power in Iran, weakening the role of the Supreme Leader. Mojtaba Khamenei only formally legitimizes the decisions of the military.
Following Starmer's threats, 98 vessels of the Russian Federation's shadow fleet were recorded in British waters. The movement dynamics of the sanctioned ships remained unchanged.
Ruslan Kravchenko initiated a UN suicide prevention program. UNICEF will expand the network of Barnahus centers to protect children's rights.
This concerns five new categories related to the damage or destruction of critical and non-critical infrastructure. The Register also records the damage, destruction, or loss of assets.
General Staff confirmed strikes on air defense systems, an oil depot in Crimea, and UAV control points in the Russian Federation. Ammunition depots and enemy workshops were also destroyed.
The President discussed the preparation of new exchanges and the release of various categories of citizens with the Staff. Ukraine is verifying data on all missing persons.
The SBI has notified a serviceman of suspicion for beating his former girlfriend and burning her face with a cigarette. The court remanded the suspect in custody without the possibility of bail.
The Commander-in-Chief of the AFU also reported the destruction of over 2,100 enemy targets in April 2024. Army aviation of the AFU Ground Forces plays a vital role in countering Russian drones, Oleksandr Syrskyi noted.
According to Zelenskyy, sanctions have been introduced against Russian entities involved in the abduction of Ukrainian children, as well as against vessels of the Russian shadow fleet. The President announced the preparation of another sanctions package of particular significance.
The current status of the deferment is displayed in the "Rezerv+" application, and the new expiration date appears after the military registration document is updated. At the same time, auto-renewal works if the grounds for the deferment remain valid and the system can confirm this through state registries.
The Russian army struck an energy facility in the Mykolaiv region with a "Shahed" drone; some consumers were left without electricity. There are no casualties, and restoration work is underway.
Sergey K. , a citizen of Kazakhstan, was detained in Berlin for spying for the Russian Federation. He was collecting data on German military aid and drones for Ukraine.
According to preliminary data, the perpetrator threw two Molotov cocktails into the premises before fleeing the scene. The Muslim community has called this incident a "deliberate provocation."
The Khortytsia Reserve will receive $1. 3 million from UNESCO and Sweden for restoration. The funds will be directed towards museum repairs and archaeological research.
King Charles III discussed the war with Trump and joked about U. S. history. In Congress, the monarch called for decisive support for Ukraine for the sake of peace.
The European Commission has allowed EU countries to subsidize companies due to the rising cost of energy resources. The new rules will remain in effect until the end of the year to support businesses.
The first defense package from the €45 billion EU loan will arrive this quarter. Approximately €6 billion of these funds will be directed toward the procurement of drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
NABU and SAP have exposed SBU officials in the Poltava region for a $110,000 bribe. The money was demanded for a plea deal in a case involving trade with the Russian Federation through shell companies.
The President thanked King Charles III for his call for unity in the US Congress. The monarch emphasized the need for unwavering assistance for Ukraine.
The SBU has served notices of suspicion to three occupiers for the militarization of youth in Crimea. Teenagers are being trained in sabotage activities for future service in the Russian army.
The relevant draft law proposes a phased return to competitive selection, which was restricted during the period of martial law. The authors of the draft law paid special attention to the transparency of procedures.
The Prosecutor General's Office is asking Israel to seize the vessel PANORMITIS and its cargo. Investigators believe the ship is transporting stolen Ukrainian grain.
Ukraine asks Israel to take measures regarding the vessel Panormitis due to the transportation of stolen grain. The Prosecutor General's Office has already sent an official request based on a court decision.
SBU struck an oil pumping station near Perm. Almost all oil storage tanks are on fire at the strategic facility.
Ursula von der Leyen stated that the Kremlin is restricting the internet to hide inflation. Russians have found themselves behind a digital iron curtain due to the impact of sanctions.