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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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Russia launched over 360 drones at Ukraine during the day, air defense forces neutralized 345 - Air Force

Air defense shot down 345 drones during the daytime attack on April 1. 14 enemy UAV hits were recorded, resulting in civilian casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 03:20 PM • 3532 views
Defense Forces hit a missile component production facility in Bryansk region

The Armed Forces of Ukraine struck the Strela JSC enterprise and enemy UAV control points. Warehouses and concentrations of occupiers' equipment in three regions were also hit.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 03:11 PM • 3905 views
Ukrzaliznytsia gained the ability to track "Shaheds" - what this changes for passengers

Dispatchers track drone movements in real time to evacuate people or change schedules. Hundreds of trains have already been saved from enemy attacks.

Society • April 1, 03:10 PM • 5215 views
Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's European integration and security cooperation with the Irish Foreign Minister

The President met with Helen McEntee to discuss the opening of EU clusters. The parties considered a model of security cooperation and assistance to Ukraine.

Politics • April 1, 03:03 PM • 3244 views
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Why people switch to Russian: a psychologist's explanation

Psychologist Mykola Oliynyk explained the switch to Russian as an automatism of the psyche during stress. The brain subconsciously chooses neural pathways familiar from childhood.

Society • April 1, 03:00 PM • 41507 views
Drone that fell on lake ice in Finland is Ukrainian - media

Finnish border guards confirmed the Ukrainian origin of a drone with a warhead in Parikkala. Due to the discovery near the border with the Russian Federation, people were evacuated.

Society • April 1, 02:57 PM • 5544 views
Russia attacked energy infrastructure in Bukovyna - some residents without power

11 drones were recorded over Bukovyna, two of which hit an energy facility. Due to the fire, two communities were left without electricity, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 02:55 PM • 4216 views
AFU are developing a network of underground stabilization points — Syrskyi spoke about new tasks for military medicine

The Commander-in-Chief reported 548 evacuation flights in March and the implementation of ground robots. Underground stabilization points are being built to protect medics.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 02:23 PM • 4231 views
War in Iran brings Russia billions in commodity profits – Bloomberg

Escalation in the Persian Gulf has driven up prices for Urals oil and resources. Russia could receive $40 billion in revenue, weakening the impact of Western sanctions.

Economy • April 1, 02:07 PM • 4756 views
EU announces another €1.4 billion for Ukraine from proceeds of Russian assets

The European Commission is directing funds to support public services and the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The majority of the amount will go toward loan repayments, while 5% will be used for defense needs through the EPF.

Economy • April 1, 02:03 PM • 4798 views
In the Cherkasy region, bus passengers and a truck driver were injured due to an enemy drone attack

Four people were injured due to falling UAV debris in the Cherkasy district. Vehicles and a critical infrastructure facility in the region were damaged.

Society • April 1, 01:59 PM • 4747 views
Over 60 combat engagements recorded at the front, enemy actively operating in two directions – General Staff

The General Staff recorded the highest enemy activity in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions. Defense forces repelled dozens of assaults across various sectors.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 01:15 PM • 4334 views
In the Poltava region, an enemy drone fell on private houses; a child is among the wounded

As a result of the UAV crash, an outbuilding was damaged and four people were injured. A child is among the victims; rescue services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 12:55 PM • 5123 views
The Russian Federation attacked western Ukraine with drones – an agricultural enterprise and critical infrastructure were hit, causing train delays and power outagesPhoto

The enemy struck critical infrastructure in Zakarpattia and Prykarpattia, as well as an agricultural enterprise in the Ternopil region. There are power outages and train delays.

Society • April 1, 12:49 PM • 40207 views
Kaja Kallas urged G7 to stop Russia's "shadow fleet" to stop the war in Ukraine

The EU's top diplomat demands stronger sanctions against Russian oil exports. She denied the redirection of weapons intended for Ukraine to the Middle East.

News of the World • April 1, 12:34 PM • 4043 views
Russian drone attack on Cherkasy region on April 1 - 4 people killed

Four people were killed in Zolotonosha district as a result of a UAV strike in an open area. Law enforcement officers are investigating all circumstances of the tragedy on the spot.

Society • April 1, 12:23 PM • 3860 views
Oleksiy Shevchuk: The Ukrainian case at the ICC is not just an investigation, but a lesson for international justice

Oleksiy Shevchuk emphasized the importance of integrating Ukrainian specialists into the ICC. He pointed out the systemic problems of the court and the need to update its mechanisms.

Politics • April 1, 12:15 PM • 39927 views
US believes in possibility of Ukraine-Russia negotiations despite war in Iran - Bloomberg

US officials consider diplomacy a realistic path to end the war. The main obstacle remains the territorial issue and Russia's demands.

Politics • April 1, 12:06 PM • 4115 views
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Fertilizers at 40,000 and diesel at almost 90 UAH: how the 2026 sowing campaign became more expensive for farmers

The price of a ton of carbamide exceeded 40 thousand hryvnias, and a liter of fuel at retail reaches 90 hryvnias. The sowing campaign is delayed by two weeks due to weather conditions.

Economy • April 1, 11:51 AM • 47059 views
Prosecutor General's Office has published its first public report as part of the reform - Kravchenko revealed new approaches to work

Ruslan Kravchenko presented a report on the work of the prosecutor's office as part of the law enforcement reform. The document contains data on business protection and security.

Society • April 1, 11:38 AM • 3556 views
Ukraine and Bulgaria to develop gas corridor: up to 10 billion cubic meters per year - Ministry of Energy

The Vertical Gas Corridor project will increase gas transportation volumes and access to underground gas storage facilities. Ukraine is also increasing import capacities through Poland.

Economy • April 1, 11:33 AM • 4249 views
Pensions may be suspended for residents of temporarily occupied territories (TOT) who have not submitted a statement of non-receipt of payments from the Russian Federation by April 1.

Residents of TOT must confirm non-receipt of payments from the Russian Federation by April 1, 2026. Without a corresponding statement, the accrual of Ukrainian pensions may be suspended.

Society • April 1, 10:56 AM • 4169 views
Fire at the "Nova Poshta" terminal covered 3.6 thousand square meters - State Emergency Service showed the consequences of the Russian attack on LutskPhoto

Rescuers extinguished the fire at the Nova Poshta terminal and warehouses covering an area of 21 thousand square meters. There were no casualties or injuries as a result of the shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 10:56 AM • 4949 views
In March, Ukraine's air defense destroyed 89.9% of missiles and drones - Ministry of Defense

During the month, air defense forces neutralized 5935 enemy targets. The Ministry of Defense plans to increase the effectiveness of intercepting air attacks to 95 percent.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 10:39 AM • 3828 views
"Betking Foundation & Goleador Royal Cup": how Pavlo Zhurilo's charitable foundation develops children's football in UkrainePhoto

"Betking Foundation & Goleador Royal Cup": how Pavlo Zhurilo's charitable foundation develops children's football in Ukraine.

Business News • April 1, 10:37 AM • 13650 views
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BEB case against former UIA officials regarding lease taxation is based on a flawed interpretation of international law - lawyer

In the case against Yevhen Dykhne, the BEB considers aircraft to be intellectual property and is trying to prosecute him based on an incorrect interpretation of international law. The lawyer emphasizes the priority of international conventions when taxing aircraft leases.

Economy • April 1, 10:32 AM • 42668 views
Unit commander exposed in a 15-million scheme involving drones from the "Army of Drones" projectPhoto

The serviceman, together with accomplices, wrote off UAVs as lost and sold them online. With the proceeds, the defendants bought real estate and cars.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 10:30 AM • 3875 views
The largest motorcycle assault of the year thwarted - paratroopers stopped the enemy attack in the Sloviansk directionVideo

The occupiers used 16 motorcycles to break through the positions of Ukrainian defenders. Thanks to the coordinated actions of the brigade, the equipment was stopped, and the infantry was eliminated.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 10:24 AM • 4148 views
Accused of Parubiy's murder remains in custody without bail

Mykhailo Stselnikov's arrest was extended until May 30, 2026. The defendant faces life imprisonment for the murder of a politician and treason.

Crimes and emergencies • April 1, 10:21 AM • 2913 views
Development of blocking military personnel's access to gambling is underway - Ministry of Defense explained how it will workPhoto

The Ministry of Defense is implementing registry checks to restrict soldiers' access to games. Casino organizers will not know the personal data of military personnel.

Society • April 1, 09:59 AM • 3596 views