War in Ukraine
Over the past day, 231 combat engagements and over 7,000 kamikaze drone attacks were recorded. The Armed Forces of Ukraine hit seven areas of enemy concentration and eliminated 1,140 occupiers.
Defense forces destroyed or suppressed 189 enemy drones of various types. 24 hits and falling debris were recorded in several regions of the country.
In Zaporizhzhia, an assistant train driver was killed in an attack on a train. In Odesa, berths and warehouses were damaged, and fires broke out at the impact sites.
As a result of the enemy attack on a transport facility, one man was killed and another person was wounded. The occupiers massively attacked the eastern and southern regions overnight.
In Syzran, due to electronic warfare, a drone hit a four-story building, causing an entrance to collapse. Four people, including a child, were rescued from under the rubble.
Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 1,140 Russian servicemen and over a thousand drones. The enemy's total personnel losses reached over 1,321,450 people.
Brazil expands its fleet to eight German frigates despite its BRICS membership. The ships are being built at a local shipyard using ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems technology.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomed Kaja Kallas's initiative regarding restrictions for occupiers. Sybiha called on all EU countries to support this fair step.
Denmark has ordered four SAMP/T NG systems for 1. 47 billion euros with delivery in 2028. Ukraine currently does not have an official contract for these air defense systems.
Japan has updated its defense policy to supply equipment to 17 partner countries. This will allow replenishing global air defense stocks and strengthening Ukraine's allies.
In April, Russia reduced oil production by 300-400 thousand barrels per day due to strikes on oil refineries and ports. This is the largest drop since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Oil transportation will begin on the afternoon of April 22 after repairs are completed. MOL has submitted applications for supplies to Hungary and Slovakia.
The enemy used almost 4,000 drones and carried out over 2,100 shellings. The largest number of assaults was recorded in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.
As a result of the shelling of the settlement, seven people were injured. A shop was destroyed, a dormitory, a cultural center, and neighboring residential buildings were damaged.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with Friedrich Merz regarding support for Ukraine. The leaders discussed the path to the EU and preparations for negotiations.
In the village of Chervone, Beryslav district, a 26-year-old man sustained fatal injuries from an explosive device. The tragedy occurred in the evening as a result of its detonation.
The President announced changes in tax strategy and measures to de-shadow the economy. The government is preparing a systemic approach to support businesses and citizens.
The President announced changes to strengthen military motivation and additional funding for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The list of Ukraine's next operations was also approved.
The Rosneft plant stopped processing due to damage to port infrastructure and a fire. The terms for resuming oil product shipments are currently unknown.
Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets announced a legal assessment of corruption and impunity in the TCC. The number of complaints about the actions of military enlistment offices in Odesa region increased by 40%.
Ukraine has fulfilled the conditions for receiving financial support and opening negotiation clusters with the EU. The parties also agreed to strengthen sanctions against Russia.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the availability of the necessary fuel volumes for the next two months. Ukraine is recording the first decrease in diesel prices.
Ukraine has fulfilled all EU requirements to receive the financial support package. The parties also discussed the implementation of the unique Drone Deal protection system.
After the terrorist attack in Kyiv on April 18, deputies returned to draft laws on civilian weapons. The documents provide for the creation of a register and the right to self-defense.
Ukraine is preparing an international meeting to raise funds for energy recovery. The goal is to accelerate the financing of works and protect industry facilities.
The Ministry of Education and UNICEF have signed a plan to finance educational projects for 2026. The funds will be used to educate one million children and support teachers.
The official was detained for a $6,000 bribe for fictitious certificates. During searches, currency totaling over 11 million in hryvnia equivalent was found.
The European Commission is preparing the Ukraine Support Loan program to cover the state's and defense needs. The first €45 billion is planned to be allocated in 2026.
Specialists have completed repairs to the damaged section of the oil pipeline to restore its operation. Zelenskyy expects the EU support package to be unblocked.
The President, together with the military leadership, analyzed the enemy's updated plans. A list of upcoming operations has been approved and the needs of the front have been determined.