Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukraine receives military assistance from the United States, approved by Congress a year ago. Zelenskyy announced his readiness to purchase 10 Patriot systems from the United States, possibly with funds from European countries.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed his readiness to meet with Donald Trump in the Vatican during the funeral of Pope Francis. Both leaders have officially confirmed their visit to Rome.
Ukraine will never legally recognize the occupation of Crimea, as it contradicts the Constitution of Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized that Crimea is the territory of Ukraine.
The President emphasized that Ukrainian technical personnel are needed for the operation of the Zaporizhzhia NPP. He also noted that he had heard rumors about joint management of the station with the Americans, but no official proposals had been received.
Ukraine is ready for negotiations with Russia in any format after the ceasefire, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said during a press conference.
The US may offer to recognize Crimea as Russian and freeze the front line for a peace agreement. In exchange for a ceasefire, Russia will receive sanctions relief, and Ukraine will receive security guarantees and reconstruction.
President Zelenskyy announced a visit to Rome to honor the memory of Pope Francis. He expressed hope that the Easter time will contribute to achieving peace in Ukraine.
As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 33 people were injured and one died. 13 people are in the hospital, including 4 children and a pregnant woman.
Today, russia attacked Ukraine with 77 drones. Ukrainian military shot down 38 Shahed, 31 drones were locationally lost. More than 130 guided aerial bombs were also launched.
In December 2023, Pope Francis personally donated money for a Mavic drone to the 93rd Brigade "Kholodny Yar. " This brigade has been fighting in eastern Ukraine since 2014.
Ukraine proposes to extend the silence after Easter and cease fire on civilian objects, but Russia's willingness to talk is needed. Rescue operations are underway in Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia after Russian strikes.
France believes that Putin's announced "Easter truce" was just an attempt to please Trump. Russia used it as a marketing ploy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will arrive in Rome to honor the Catholic leader. The funeral will take place between Friday and Sunday this week.
Britain is close to an agreement with the EU that will open access to the EU's €150 billion defense fund for British arms manufacturers. In exchange, Britain has made concessions on fishing rights.
The UN stated that hostilities in Ukraine continue, despite the declared ceasefire. The organization called for peace in accordance with the UN Charter and respect for the integrity of Ukraine.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and envoys Steve Witkoff and Keith Kellogg will meet with representatives from Ukraine, Britain, France and Germany in London on April 23.
Representatives of Ukraine, Britain, France, and the USA will work in London on Wednesday. Their goal is to achieve an unconditional ceasefire.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin announced the necessity to «deal with» the proposal not to strike civilian targets. He cynically justified such strikes.
The chances of Ukrainian hierarchs heading the Vatican are extremely small, the expert explained. The head of the UGCC Shevchuk will not be elected because he is not a cardinal, and Cardinal Bychok is hindered by his age and the Eastern rite.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin ratified the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty with Iran. The document, signed in Moscow on January 17, 2025, solidifies the status of strategic partners and covers all areas of cooperation.
Funeral arrangements after the death of Pope Francis will last nine days. The conclave for the election of the next pontiff will take place within a month.
The NSDC stated that Russia used Putin's announced "Easter truce" to bring up reserves and equipment, preparing for future assaults. Fighting did not stop on the main sections of the front, and the intensity has already returned to the previous level.
Cardinal Farrell of Pope Francis confirmed his death around 7:30 a. m. in Santa Marta, people are gathering in St. Peter's Square.
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. Spain declared a three-day official mourning in connection with this.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the death of Pope Francis on the social network X. He stated that the Pope's life was dedicated to God, people, and the church, and also that he prayed for Ukraine.
Oil prices fell: Brent below $67, WTI to $63. This happened amid concerns about the impact of the US trade war on demand and monitoring talks between Washington and Tehran on the nuclear program, which could affect supplies.
As of 00:00 after Easter, Russia violated its ceasefire promise 2935 times. There were 96 assault operations, 1882 shellings, and over 950 uses of FPV drones.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zakharova stated about Ukraine violating the "Easter truce". Meanwhile, Ukraine recorded over 2 thousand violations of this regime by the RF army.
President Zelenskyy reported over 2000 violations of Putin's "truce" by the Russian army as of 8:00 PM. 67 assaults, 1355 shellings, and 673 uses of FPV drones were recorded, mostly in the Pokrovsk direction.
The US would welcome an extension of the Easter ceasefire after Sunday, the State Department said. Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the regime.