Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to scale the "Dream" platform to vocational and higher education in 2025. This should become the only educational application for everyone.

President Zelenskyy announced that the digital platform "Dream" is already operating in 40 schools in six regions. In 2025, a large-scale expansion of the platform to the entire country is planned, as well as the launch of a pilot project for preschool education.

The National Security and Defense Council stated that Chinese mercenaries are part of the Russian army, which casts doubt on China's neutrality. Zelenskyi instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to contact Beijing to clarify the circumstances.

Ukraine summoned China's chargé d'affaires over the participation of Chinese citizens in the war on the side of Russia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that this undermines trust in Beijing and casts doubt on their position on peace.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the defense forces captured two Chinese citizens who were fighting on the side of Russia. He believes this is an important signal for the United States.

On April 10, a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" regarding the deployment of troops in Ukraine will take place. On April 11, Ramstein will discuss air defense and weapons production.

Belgium will provide Ukraine with two F-16s in 2024 as spare parts, and two more aircraft in 2025. The transfer will take place after Belgium receives the F-35.

Ukrainian soldiers captured two Chinese citizens in the Donetsk region. This was announced by the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Changes to the legislation on martial law are needed to hold local elections. The decision rests with the Verkhovna Rada, which will determine the list of communities where elections are impossible.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved the report on the execution of the state budget for 2024. The report will be submitted to the Verkhovna Rada, the President, and the Accounting Chamber for consideration.

A Ukrainian delegation will visit the United States on April 11-12 to negotiate a mineral agreement. The visit is a continuation of online negotiations between Washington and Kyiv.

Hennadii Novikov has been appointed head of the State Agency of Ukraine PlayCity. Prior to this, he headed the NACP, and previously worked in the prosecutor's office of the Sumy region.

Canada's Prime Minister stated that joining the deployment of a contingent in Ukraine depends on the circumstances.

The Ministry of Finance has denied information about the threat of delays in payments to the military. Financing of the Armed Forces is a priority, funds are provided in the state budget for 2025, payments are made on time and in full.

Russian occupiers are building up forces in the Kharkiv region, expecting offensive actions by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This is happening after the loss of the bridgehead near the village of Nadia.

April 8 is Roma Day, Military Commissariat Workers' Day, Pygmy Hippopotamus Day and Buddhism Day. Also today is the Day of Remembrance of the Holy Apostles.

The President of Ukraine has appointed Oleksandr Nechytailo, former Ambassador to Malaysia, as Ambassador to China. He has extensive experience in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and speaks Chinese.

Oleksandr Nechytailo became the ambassador to China, and Andriy Melnyk became the representative to the UN. There were also changes in the embassies of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and others.

Andriy Kostin, recently dismissed from the post of Prosecutor General, has become the Ambassador of Ukraine to the Netherlands. He will also be Ukraine's representative to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi reported on the front and actions in the Kursk and Belgorod regions. Active operations are ongoing to protect Ukraine.

Zelenskyy emphasized at the Headquarters on increasing the production of drones of all types, including the development of ground robotic complexes. He noted progress in the production of drones with fiber optics and "deep strikes".

Dmitry Peskov stated that Putin supports a ceasefire in Ukraine. However, according to him, there are questions about Kyiv's control over extremist units and plans for militarization.

The price of Russian Urals oil has decreased due to the strengthening of sanctions. According to the head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, the critical price will be an indicator of 40 dollars per barrel.

France and Britain are preparing a plan to involve various components for Ukraine after the war. It includes the restoration of the Armed Forces, safe skies, sea and border for the development of the country.

According to the law, property cannot be claimed if more than 10 years have passed since the date of registration of ownership. The law does not apply to critical infrastructure facilities.

Ukrainian soldiers are holding back Russian troops in the border zone of the Belgorod region. The defense forces also control two directions in the Kursk region, in particular the districts of Tetkino and Sudzha.

Zelenskyy will not allow capitulation, but Putin hopes for Trump for a diplomatic victory. Ukraine is threatened with an ultimatum: peace on Putin's terms or loss of US support.

Zelenskyy instructed to intensify contacts with partners regarding air defense, especially Patriot systems. Russia uses the Black Sea waters for strikes, so strengthening defense is necessary.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has increased air attacks, launching over 1460 air bombs, 670 drones, and 30 missiles in a week. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on Moscow.

Ukraine is in mourning for those killed in Kryvyi Rih. The number of injured has risen to 75, 37 of them are in hospitals, 19 are in serious condition, the head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Military Administration reported.