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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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In Russia, the Kirishi Refinery halted oil processing after a drone strike - Reuters

A drone attack halted operations at the Kirishi Refinery due to damage to three distillation units. The facility accounted for approximately 7% of Russia's oil refining.

News of the World • May 5, 04:22 PM • 4203 views
Rescue operation continues in Kramatorsk, death toll from enemy strike rises to fivePhoto

Russia struck the center of Kramatorsk with aerial bombs; five dead and five wounded have been reported. A rescue operation is ongoing at the scene.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 04:11 PM • 4966 views
New course in Army+ will teach soldiers the rules of war and crime documentation

A course on the rules of war consisting of 8 modules and 21 lessons has launched in Army+. Service members will learn how to document crimes and will be able to receive a certificate.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 04:01 PM • 3361 views
Occupiers dropped three high-explosive aerial bombs on the center of Kramatorsk, fatalities reportedVideo

As a result of the strike with three aerial bombs on Kramatorsk, at least three people were killed and five wounded. Emergency services and medics are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 03:50 PM • 4624 views
In Odesa, unidentified individuals attacked a TCC vehicle while it was transporting conscripts

A group of individuals blocked the special vehicle, smashed the windows, and used gas. Following the incident, three men escaped while being transported to the commission.

Society • May 5, 03:49 PM • 4430 views
Zelenskyy announces preparation of new decisions regarding Gulf countries

Zelenskyy discussed diplomacy in the Middle East and condemned Iran's strikes on the UAE. Ukraine is preparing new security solutions for Bahrain and the Gulf countries.

Politics • May 5, 03:35 PM • 7479 views
In the Kherson region, the enemy attacked an ambulance with a drone, four medics were injured

In the village of Sahaidachne, the occupiers struck an ambulance with a Lancet drone. Four medics sustained concussions and head injuries.

Society • May 5, 03:30 PM • 3845 views
UAE declares missile threat from Iran and restricts air traffic – media

The UAE Ministry of Interior reported that air defense systems are "currently operating in response to a missile threat" from Iran. The scale of the attack remains unknown at this time.

News of the World • May 5, 03:26 PM • 3542 views
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"Ukraine can manage without labor migrants" - Ihor Harbaruk on labor shortages, demographics, and the future of the economy

The expert called statements about labor shortages a manipulation due to falling demand. He advises automation and the return of citizens instead of importing migrants.

Society • May 5, 03:18 PM • 69473 views
Militarization of Ukrainian children must be recognized as a crime against humanity - Lubinets

Lubinets called on the ICC to recognize the militarization of children in the temporarily occupied territories as a crime against humanity. Russia is massively involving Ukrainian schoolchildren in military training.

Society • May 5, 03:10 PM • 3869 views
ECHR recognizes Russia's violation of freedom of assembly in Crimea - Ministry of Justice

The ECHR condemned the Russian Federation for the persecution of protesters in Crimea in 2015. The Court confirmed that Ukraine is properly fulfilling its obligations under the conditions of occupation.

Society • May 5, 02:58 PM • 4350 views
Military parade and May 9th march cancelled in occupied Crimea

The Russian-controlled authorities of Crimea have cancelled the parade and the Immortal Regiment march due to security concerns. Veterans will be honored in other formats without mass gatherings.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 02:49 PM • 3038 views
In the Kyiv region, a series of mobilization evasion schemes involving fictitious "deferments" and bribes at the TCC were exposedPhotoVideo

Law enforcement officers exposed bribery at the TCC and the Military Medical Commission in the Kyiv region. Officials were selling fictitious certificates and reservations for thousands of dollars.

Crimes and emergencies • May 5, 02:49 PM • 7243 views
Ukraine will be ready to extend the truce in case of mutual silence from the RF - Budanov

Ukraine will continue the ceasefire regime if Russia also observes the silence. Head of the DIU Budanov stated that the next step is up to Moscow.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 02:39 PM • 77590 views
The "Ghosts" special unit destroyed a Be-12 aircraft and three Russian boats in occupied Crimea in AprilVideo

In April 2024, intelligence officers struck a Be-12 aircraft, three boats, and a support vessel in Crimea. An aircraft hangar was also destroyed, and an attack from an enemy MANPADS was successfully repelled.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 02:26 PM • 2994 views
Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on May 5: one man killed, 6 people injuredVideo

A man was killed and six others were hospitalized following an attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 5. The enemy struck an enterprise, a shop, and citizens' cars.

Society • May 5, 02:14 PM • 4012 views
Enemy attacks "Phoenix" evacuation group in Donetsk region, rescuer injuredPhoto

According to the State Emergency Service, the group came under attack from an enemy FPV drone while performing their duties in the frontline area of Druzhkivka.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 02:02 PM • 2873 views
Five new mobilization evasion schemes for $20,000 uncovered in Ukraine - SBUPhoto

The SBU and SBI have exposed five draft evasion schemes costing up to $20,000. The organizers face up to 12 years in prison with confiscation of property.

Society • May 5, 01:40 PM • 3966 views
Egypt accepted the vessel Asomatos with stolen Ukrainian wheat - Sybiha

The vessel Asomatos was allowed to unload 26. 9 thousand tons of stolen wheat at the port of Abu Qir. This is the fourth instance of Russia selling stolen grain in Egypt.

Economy • May 5, 01:38 PM • 52651 views
Zelenskyy met with the King of Bahrain - proposed a large-scale drone agreementPhotoVideo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain to discuss security. He proposed concluding a drone agreement and sharing defense expertise.

Politics • May 5, 01:22 PM • 3587 views
The enemy conducted 65 attacks at the front, acting most actively in the Pokrovsk direction - General Staff

The enemy carried out 65 attacks, concentrating forces in the Pokrovsk and Huiaipole directions. Shelling of the border areas continues.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 01:20 PM • 3006 views
Strikes on the refinery and the port of Tuapse caused $300 million in damages to Russia - General Staff of the AFU

AFU attacks on the port and refinery in Tuapse caused damages exceeding 300 million dollars. Strikes in April and May significantly damaged Russian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 12:54 PM • 5132 views
Dubinsky served with new notice of suspicion for high treason

The MP is suspected of subversive activities through the dissemination of Russian narratives on social media. New searches were conducted at the premises of Dubinsky and his lawyers.

Politics • May 5, 12:37 PM • 42349 views
There are good results - Zelenskyy heard a report from the Chief of the General Staff on the use of Ukrainian deep strikes over the past day

Zelenskyy reported on the successful use of deep strikes and agreements in the Middle East. Ukraine, together with the EU, is developing a strategic cooperation plan called the Drone Deal.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 12:12 PM • 8956 views
Defense Forces struck the VNIIR-Progress plant and an oil refinery in Russia - General Staff of the AFU

Defense Forces struck a navigation equipment plant and an oil refinery in Russia. Fuel and lubricant depots and a "Kasta" radar station were also destroyed in the temporarily occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 11:30 AM • 6746 views
Britain introduced new sanctions against Russia over drones and migrant recruitment - government

The restrictions targeted 35 individuals and companies involved in the supply of UAV components and the recruitment of migrants. The sanctions affected firms from the PRC and Thailand.

Politics • May 5, 11:13 AM • 4246 views
Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia on May 5 - number of wounded in Zaporizhzhia rises to 4 people

Due to the morning attack by Russians on Zaporizhzhia on May 5, the number of wounded has risen to four people. All victims are currently receiving medical assistance.

Society • May 5, 11:04 AM • 4188 views
Co-owner of a Luhansk plant suspected of collaborating with the enemy - business re-registered under Russian lawsPhoto

Luhansk plant owner who paid taxes to the Russian Federation exposed in Kyiv. He received 2.3 million UAH in income from business and rentals in the occupied territory.

Society • May 5, 10:42 AM • 4157 views
Cabinet of Ministers expects 13 billion hryvnias from privatization in 2026 - SvyrydenkoPhoto

In 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers plans to receive 13 billion hryvnias from privatization and sell Ocean Plaza. Small-scale privatization has already brought more than 1 billion hryvnias to the budget.

Economy • May 5, 10:28 AM • 3010 views
Ukrainian "Flamingos" covered a distance of over 1,500 km – Zelenskyy confirmed launches against a military plant in CheboksaryVideo

As part of Operation Deep Strike, the Defense Forces launched F-5 Flamingo missiles. The target, located 1,500 km away, produced navigation equipment for the Russian army.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 09:59 AM • 27341 views