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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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EU summons Russian Chargé d'Affaires, stating Russian threats "smell like desperation"

The European Union has summoned a Russian diplomat over threats of new strikes on Kyiv. The European Commission called Russia's actions a sign of desperation and promised continued support.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:32 PM • 4223 views
The enemy carried out nearly 50 attacks at the front, acting most actively in three directions - General Staff

In the Pokrovsk direction, since the beginning of the day, the occupiers have attempted 13 times to push our soldiers from their positions in the areas of Novooleksandrivka, Rodynske, Pokrovsk, Hryshyne, and Udachne.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:25 PM • 2893 views
Putin has written off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new participants in the war against Ukraine - Reuters

Putin signed a decree on writing off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new contract soldiers. The benefit applies to those who sign a one-year contract starting from May 1.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:17 PM • 3789 views
Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia injures 12 people, including an infant and police officersPhoto

As a result of a Geran UAV strike on Zaporizhzhia, the number of wounded has risen to 12 people. Among the victims are an infant and police officers; buildings were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:06 PM • 2876 views
Lithuania stated that Russia may be spoofing GPS signals deep within Europe

Russia has deployed 36 antennas in Kaliningrad to spoof GPS signals within a 450 km radius. This creates constant interference for aviation and communications in EU countries.

News of the World • May 26, 12:54 PM • 3374 views
In Kramatorsk, a law enforcement officer sold grenade launchers and anti-tank grenades via TelegramPhoto

A police inspector sold two grenade launchers and ten anti-tank grenades for 30,000 hryvnias. The suspect was detained and remanded in custody.

Crimes and emergencies • May 26, 12:50 PM • 3019 views
Putin has authorized the Russian army to invade other countries over foreign court rulings - what are the consequences?

Putin has authorized Russian troops to invade other countries over foreign court rulings. The NSDC has called this preparation for future armed interventions.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 12:48 PM • 3222 views
"Double Standards": Activist Shabunin Discharged from AFU Due to Vision, Despite Hitting "Bullseye" and Driving – "Honest Mobilization" Movement

Vitaliy Shabunin was discharged from the army due to poor vision, but continues to drive a car and shoot accurately. Activists have accused the head of the AntAC of double standards.

Society • May 26, 12:41 PM • 4462 views
Financial strategy during the war: KIT Group analysts explained how to effectively protect savings from inflation

Financial strategy during the war: KIT Group analysts explained how to effectively protect savings from inflation.

Economy • May 26, 12:27 PM • 2652 views
Minsk accuses Kyiv of attempting drone attacks on the border. The NSDC responds: Belarus is lying at the request of the Russian Federation

Belarus claimed 116 flights of Ukrainian drones in a week. The NSDC called this a lie and a provocation demanded by the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 12:22 PM • 2995 views
Businesses in Kyiv and the region are offered up to 30 million UAH for property damaged by Russian shelling

The Ministry of Economy will provide businesses in the Kyiv region with grants of up to 16 million UAH and compensation of up to 30 million UAH. The 'Tochka Opory' (Fulcrum) program will reimburse salaries during downtime.

Society • May 26, 12:21 PM • 2950 views
Lack of Control: Ukraine's Defense Procurement System Remains Unchanged – Shabunin

Shabunin stated there is insufficient control and a lack of reforms in the defense procurement system. Oversight of the distribution of €60 billion in EU aid remains weak.

Economy • May 26, 12:14 PM • 2568 views
Baltic states turn to Ukraine for shelter construction expertise amid drone threat - Politico

The Baltic states have approached Ukraine for its experience in creating shelters due to the threat of Russian drones. Metinvest is already in negotiations regarding the construction of these structures.

Society • May 26, 11:51 AM • 3985 views
Ukraine has never been a threat to Belarus – ZelenskyyVideo

Zelenskyy met with Tsikhanouskaya at a summit in Kyiv. They discussed Russian influence on Belarus and attempts to drag the country into the war against Ukraine.

Politics • May 26, 11:32 AM • 3840 views
Zelenskyy gathers leaders of parliamentary factions for the first time in seven years - MP

Zelenskyy, together with Budanov and Stefanchuk, is holding meetings with faction leaders. This format of communication is the first in the seven years of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's presidency.

Society • May 26, 11:14 AM • 5784 views
The Mayor of Kiliya is suspected of profiting from an energy project during the warPhoto

The Mayor of Kiliya was exposed for taking a $35,000 bribe for a wind power plant permit. The official is suspected of receiving the money through a crypto scheme and has been detained.

Crimes and emergencies • May 26, 10:31 AM • 3378 views
Russia may have launched not one, but two "Oreshnik" intermediate-range ballistic missiles on the night of May 24 - ISW

During the May 24 attack, Russia likely launched two Oreshnik missiles. One of them may have malfunctioned and fallen near Avdiivka or Yasynuvata.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 10:24 AM • 3392 views
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia, casualties reportedPhoto

As a result of the shelling of Zaporizhzhia, two women and a man were wounded. The blast wave damaged a non-residential building and vehicles; the cleanup of the aftermath is ongoing.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 10:00 AM • 3105 views
Ukraine's BlueBird Tech joins Pentagon drone development program

BlueBird Tech has joined the Pentagon's Drone Dominance program for UAV development. The project envisions the procurement of 200,000 drones by 2027.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 09:55 AM • 3178 views
General Staff confirms shutdown of Syzran Oil Refinery following strikes

The General Staff confirmed the shutdown of the Syzran Oil Refinery and strikes on control points and UAV warehouses. The 'Niobiy-SV' radar and the 'Yaroslavl' station were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 09:38 AM • 5596 views
Sowing campaign in Ukraine at the finish line — farmers have already sown 94% of spring crop areasPhoto

Farmers have sown 94% of the area, or 5. 6 million hectares of spring crops. The largest amount of grain was sown in Poltava, Chernihiv, and Vinnytsia regions.

Economy • May 26, 09:30 AM • 20932 views
China responds to Russia's threats regarding a large-scale attack on Kyiv

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning called for de-escalation and negotiations following Russia's threats to attack Kyiv. Beijing considers dialogue to be the only way to resolve the crisis.

Politics • May 26, 09:18 AM • 24166 views
In Ukraine, damages from forest fires since the start of the full-scale war have exceeded UAH 1 trillionPhoto

Since the beginning of the war, fire has destroyed 165,000 hectares of forest, and damages have exceeded 1 trillion hryvnias. Enemy shelling remains the main cause of the fires.

Society • May 26, 08:30 AM • 7650 views
New suspects named in case involving embezzlement of 27 million intended for victims of occupationPhotoVideo

There are now seven suspects in the case involving the misappropriation of 27 million UAH intended for the de-occupied Kyiv region. The funds were embezzled through controlled charitable organizations.

Crimes and emergencies • May 26, 08:22 AM • 3258 views
Iran's Supreme Leader stated that the US will no longer have a "safe haven" in the Persian Gulf

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared that the US has lost its safe havens in the region. Persian Gulf countries will no longer serve as a shield for bases.

Politics • May 26, 08:00 AM • 10147 views
Poland reacts to Russian threats: will consider strikes on its diplomats in Kyiv as intentional

The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs will consider any strike on its diplomats in Kyiv as a targeted attack. Warsaw calls on Russia to immediately cease its illegal aggression.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 07:51 AM • 10402 views
In Kyiv, a man who opened fire in a high-rise building has been notified of suspicionPhoto

Kyiv police have notified a 39-year-old man of suspicion for opening fire in a high-rise building in the Desnianskyi district. He was detained by KORD special forces during an operation.

Kyiv • May 26, 07:50 AM • 3653 views
Triumph of the "Yellow-Blacks": Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy and the "Rukh" Academy summarized the results of the golden seasonPhoto

Students of the Rukh Football Academy won three championship titles in the NLM Pro League. Club founder Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy commented on the historical success of the young players and investments in the future of Ukrainian sports.

Business News • May 26, 07:38 AM • 10042 views
Russian attacks on Chernihiv and Sumy regions damaged infrastructure, causing a large-scale wildfirePhoto

In the Chernihiv region, drones caused 7 hectares of plantations to burn and damaged infrastructure. In the Sumy region, nine civilians were wounded as a result of shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 07:09 AM • 3811 views
Power outages recorded in six regions of Ukraine following Russian attacks - Ministry of Energy

Shelling of energy facilities in six regions of Ukraine has caused power outages. Power engineers are restoring the grids and asking citizens to conserve electricity in the evening.

Society • May 26, 07:06 AM • 13326 views