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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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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 • 9931 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 • 33487 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 • 13080 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 • 4295 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 • 4740 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 • 4089 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 • 4729 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 • 3196 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 • 3905 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 • 4490 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 • 17489 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 • 75610 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 • 11241 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 • 13023 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 • 12133 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 • 4827 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 • 5290 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 • 4982 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 • 14507 views
Moscow region authorities report three dead following drone attack

As a result of a UAV attack on the Moscow region, three people were killed and others were injured. Drones damaged residential buildings in four districts and infrastructure facilities.

News of the World • May 17, 07:31 AM • 9312 views
Russian attacks on Kherson on May 16 and 17: a 63-year-old man wounded, a 22-year-old woman has died

A man was wounded due to a drone attack in Kherson. A 22-year-old woman, who was wounded during yesterday's shelling of the city center, has died in the hospital.

Society • May 17, 07:21 AM • 13708 views
Russian UAV attack on Kharkiv on May 17 — seven cars burned, fire extinguishedPhoto

In Kharkiv, a drone strike caused seven cars to catch fire and damaged residential buildings. Rescuers have liquidated the fire; there are no casualties or injuries.

Society • May 17, 06:57 AM • 12529 views
The Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with 287 drones - air defense shot down 279 enemy UAVsPhoto

On the night of May 17, air defense forces destroyed 279 out of 287 drones launched by the enemy. Eight hits and falling debris were recorded in seven locations.

Society • May 17, 05:50 AM • 9822 views
Over 200 clashes and 9,000 drones launched – General Staff on the frontline situation as of May 16Photo

During the day, 234 combat engagements took place; the enemy dropped 300 aerial bombs and launched 9,645 drones. The Defense Forces eliminated 1,170 personnel and destroyed 82 enemy artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 05:24 AM • 5127 views
Xi Jinping and Putin announce deepening cooperation between China and Russia

The leaders of the PRC and the Russian Federation agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation at an exhibition in Harbin. They plan to develop their economies by leveraging the geographical proximity of the two countries.

Economy • May 17, 04:59 AM • 11114 views
Russia lost another 1,170 troops and an aircraft in one day – General Staff of the AFUPhoto

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,170 occupiers, an aircraft, and 82 artillery systems. Total enemy manpower losses have exceeded 1.3 million people.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 04:17 AM • 5058 views
"ATESH" partisans claim sabotage against air defense systems in the Moscow regionVideo

ATESH agents damaged communication towers equipped with electronic warfare (EW) modules in the Moscow region. This slowed down air defense operations and left part of the routes to the Russian capital without cover.

News of the World • May 17, 03:47 AM • 6140 views
Moscow under drone attack all night, residents report explosions, while mayor claims "AD successes"Video

Moscow and the Moscow region suffered a massive drone attack, with explosions heard in Zelenograd. Mayor Sobyanin claimed 114 drones were shot down over the past 24 hours.

News of the World • May 17, 03:16 AM • 6009 views
Canada strengthens defense cooperation with Nordic countries following Trump's statements on Greenland

Canada is strengthening Arctic defense in cooperation with Nordic countries following Trump's statements on Greenland. The region will be protected against Russian military activity.

Politics • May 17, 02:58 AM • 14466 views
Czechia modernizes Soviet Mi-171s to NATO standards, which could serve as an example for Ukraine

Czechia has modernized Mi-171s to NATO standards with new protection systems. The updated aircraft will serve until 2040, providing an important example for Ukraine.

News of the World • May 17, 02:16 AM • 5273 views