War in Ukraine
Over the past day, 174 combat engagements and the enemy's use of almost 9,000 kamikaze drones were recorded. The Defense Forces eliminated 1040 occupiers and 82 artillery systems.
Macron and Tusk agreed on cooperation in nuclear deterrence and strengthening border protection. Poland will join the group of European allies.
Defense forces neutralized one Iskander-M missile and 116 enemy drones. 22 attack UAVs hit 17 locations in various regions.
As a result of the night attack by 10 drones, residential buildings, educational institutions, and a hospital were damaged. Among the injured are three underage girls.
EU permanent representatives will consider the last technical amendment for the launch of the loan to Ukraine. The issue has been put on the agenda without discussion due to the agreement of the states.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine updated data on enemy losses as of April 21. The occupiers lost 1040 personnel, 82 artillery systems, and 1905 drones.
Ukraine is not seeking alternatives to EU membership but proposes an alliance with Britain, Turkey, and Norway. This would enhance security and military resources in the region.
In the Kherson region, the enemy is building commercial housing for its military instead of restoring local homes. Residents of the temporarily occupied territories are denied compensation for housing.
Four people, including a teenager, were injured in Sumy due to a night drone attack. Multi-story buildings, cars, and a medical facility were damaged.
Swedish intelligence has exposed Russia's concealment of real inflation at 15%. To cover the budget deficit, Moscow needs an oil price of over $100.
Enemy drones hit the residential sector and a medical facility in the city. High-rise buildings and cars were damaged, and information about the injured is currently being clarified.
The President considers a retreat from Donetsk region an irresponsible step due to the presence of fortifications. The urbanized areas of the region are more reliable than new defensive lines.
Local authorities confirmed a drone attack on the oil refinery in Tuapse. After the attack, the number of ships in the port's marine terminal halved.
The German Foreign Ministry protested Russia's intimidation of European companies. Berlin called Moscow's actions an unacceptable attempt to undermine support for Ukraine.
In Kharkiv, due to a UAV attack, buildings in the Osnovianskyi district were damaged. Three people were injured as a result of falling debris, and the area is being surveyed.
The President stated that the arrival of American negotiators is primarily needed by the United States. Ukraine maintains contact with Trump's envoys regarding ending the war.
Zelenskyy announced the readiness of the military-industrial complex to produce $60 billion worth of weapons in 2026. The front remains the priority, and exports are only possible later.
The President held a meeting with diplomats regarding activities in April and May. Priorities included a support package for Ukraine and new restrictions against Russia.
A Russian drone attacked Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district and damaged buildings. Among the seven injured, a 17-year-old girl was found with an acute stress reaction.
Resumption of oil supplies will allow Hungary to lift its veto on a critical loan. Technical tests of the pipeline are scheduled for Tuesday.
The Belarusian dictator warned neighboring states about the use of all available weapons in case of an attack. He counts on Russia's military support to protect Belarus.
A Russian drone attacked a residential area of Kharkiv and damaged houses. Six local residents were injured as a result of the explosion and falling debris.
Paris and Berlin rejected Ukraine's rapid accession to the EU due to bureaucracy. The proposed status excludes voting rights and access to the bloc's common budget.
The project has delivered almost two million large-caliber shells to Ukraine. Currently, the program has a funding deficit due to reduced activity from donor countries.
Philanthropists donated a modern anesthesia and breathing apparatus and a patient monitor to Mechnikov Hospital. The institution performs up to 100 complex operations daily.
The Ministry of Defense is implementing a single ground station to replace disparate UAV control systems. A prototype is being transferred to the troops for testing at the front.
The spokesman for the State Border Guard Service stated that there are no large Russian forces or infantry for a repeated offensive. Intelligence is monitoring the situation and is not recording any build-up of units.
The organization Grant Watch Ukraine published documents about questionable projects of the Anti-Corruption Action Center (TsPK). Shabunin is accused of misappropriating funds intended for the return of Lazarenko's money.
The number of alcoholism diagnoses increased by 30%, and mental disorders reached a 14-year high. The demand for antidepressants in the country doubled.
Since the beginning of the day, the aggressor has attacked the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine 52 times, focusing efforts on the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. Fighting and shelling continue.