War in Ukraine
Defense Forces struck an ammunition depot in Selydove and an MLRS in Melitopol. UAV control points and an occupiers' repair unit were also destroyed.
Donald Tusk called on the world to unite to help Ukraine in the war and reconstruction. Poland is convinced of the country's ability to preserve its independence.
In Mykolaiv, a young man jumped from the roof of the destroyed regional council building and died on the spot. Police are establishing the identity of the deceased and the circumstances of the tragedy.
Norway will produce Ukrainian mid-strike drones with a range of up to 200 km. The first delivery for the Armed Forces of Ukraine is expected by the beginning of summer.
Deputy heads for defense issues from among military personnel will appear in Regional and District State Administrations. They will be appointed upon the recommendation of the Ministry of Defense to coordinate national resistance.
In Kharkiv, the organizer of a soldier's escape to Poland for $19,300 was detained. The man promised a border crossing via Belarus despite the individual's AWOL status.
The IAEA reported the death of a driver following a drone strike on a transport workshop near the ZNPP. The agency's team on-site will investigate this incident.
A network preparing contract killings and sabotage in the EU in the interests of Russian special services has been exposed. Law enforcement officers detained nine members of the international criminal network.
Poland will create a drone armada using Ukrainian technology and experience. The project will be jointly funded with the EU to strengthen security in Europe.
Araghchi accused the US of disrupting negotiations due to excessive demands. Iran proposes opening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for ending the naval blockade of ports.
The SBU has served a notice of suspicion to a Russian rear admiral for ordering the shelling of the Prydniprovska TPP in 2022. The Kalibr missile strike was launched from the frigate Admiral Makarov.
The Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces announced an intensification of strikes against Russian oil and the military. Ukrainian drones are already hitting targets at distances of up to 2,000 kilometers.
"National Register of Draft Dodgers": the "Honest Mobilization" movement called for submitting data on famous people evading the army.
Profits of the Vkusno & Tochka, Rostic's, and Burger King chains have fallen significantly due to the low incomes of Russians. The number of coffee shops has decreased by 13 percent.
Péter Magyar will discuss the unblocking of billions of euros for Hungary in Brussels. Budapest risks losing 10 billion euros due to a deadline in August.
Due to the shelling in the port of Chornomorsk, a reservoir containing 6,000 tons of oil was destroyed. A slick has formed in the water area, and an assessment of the damages incurred is ongoing.
In one week, the Russian Federation launched up to 1,900 drones, 1,400 aerial bombs, and 60 missiles. Air defense shoots down over 90% of drones, while the EU prepares new aid packages and sanctions.
The North Korean leader reaffirmed support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine and met with Belousov. Pyongyang has sent troops and weapons and opened a memorial to the fallen.
The Cabinet of Ministers has simplified procurement and allowed customers to choose the authority for obtaining permits. The changes also regulate construction near airfields.
The President submitted draft laws on extending martial law and mobilization until August 2. The Rada will consider these documents at a meeting on April 28 or 29.
The ESBU is attempting to tax transport leasing as royalties despite judicial practice. Such actions by the bureau create pressure, particularly on the aviation business.
Due to attacks, parts of 7 regions are de-energized, while severe weather has left 700 settlements without power. No blackout schedules are forecasted for today.
A scheme to siphon 576 million hryvnias from defense contracts through a conversion center has been dismantled. Seven suspects are in custody without the possibility of bail.
Russian drones attacked the foreign vessel RAMCO and an energy facility in the port of Odesa. The vessel sustained minor damage, and the crew was not injured.
Air defense neutralized 74 out of 94 drones launched by Russia across Ukraine. Hits by 20 enemy drones were recorded at 15 different locations.
The enemy attacked Koriukivka with 18 drones, damaging an energy facility and two enterprises. Two people were injured, and 4,500 subscribers remain without electricity.
In the past 24 hours, 241 combat engagements took place; the most difficult situation remains in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors. The enemy released 257 aerial bombs and over 6,800 kamikaze drones.
Due to the Russian night attack on Odesa, 11 people were injured, including two children. A hotel, the funicular, warehouses, and port territory were damaged.
World military spending in 2025 increased by 2. 9% to $2,887 billion. In the US, funding fell by 7.5% amid the lack of aid to Ukraine.
Over the past day, the Russian army lost 810 soldiers and 1,128 drones. Additionally, 26 artillery systems and 128 units of the occupiers' motor vehicles were destroyed.