Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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.
ISW analysts emphasize that a strong Ukrainian army, supported by the West, is the key to peace. France and Britain are working on measures to deter Russia after the conclusion of a peace agreement.
Putin demonstrates dual approaches by sending negotiators to the US while simultaneously building up military might. His strategy is aimed at prolonging negotiations and advancing on the battlefield.
Russian Telegram channels are spreading deepfake videos about the alleged encirclement of Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk region. The Center for Counteracting Disinformation refutes the fake and declares that there is no encirclement.
The President stated that the whole of Ukraine has united in support of Kryvyi Rih after the Russian attack. He urged people to remember that the war continues.
Russia struck Kryvyi Rih with a cluster missile, killing 18 people, including 9 children. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called it Moscow's signal to Washington.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced progress in the deployment of peacekeepers in Ukraine. The first details of the deployment of the security contingent of partners have been agreed upon.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is not going to end the war against Ukraine, but is planning a new offensive in the spring. He is waiting for the normalization of relations with the White House.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the US ambassador for the weak reaction to the Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih. He thanked other countries for their support and called for increased sanctions.
According to the Financial Times, Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed the SBU to investigate the leak of the US proposal for a mineral agreement. As part of the investigation, ministry employees are being checked on a polygraph.
On the night of April 5, Russia attacked Ukraine with 92 Shahed-type UAVs and imitators. Air defense forces shot down 51 drones. As a result of the attack, Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Kyiv and Zhytomyr regions were affected.
In the morning, UAVs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked an industrial enterprise in Chapayevsk, Samara region, Russia, causing a fire. Emergency services are working at the scene, there are no casualties.
The US Treasury Secretary announced an agreement with Ukraine on minerals, which could become a long-term economic partnership. It is considered part of Trump's peace plan.
European allies and Canada have called on Russia to urgently respond to the US proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which Kyiv has already accepted. The pressure should push Russia towards de-escalation.
As a result of the enemy attack on Kryvyi Rih, 42 people were injured, including two children in serious condition. Houses and educational institutions were damaged, and fires broke out.
During the day, 116 combat clashes were recorded. The enemy launched 79 air strikes and involved 966 kamikaze drones, shelling positions and settlements.
The Cabinet of Ministers is allocating 2 billion hryvnias for 200 frontline and border communities in nine regions of Ukraine. The funds will be used for security needs, restoration and construction of shelters.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ready for negotiations with Russia in any format after an unconditional ceasefire and on the condition that the Russians are ready for diplomacy and not remain murderers.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has confirmed that his country will be one of the security guarantors for Ukraine.
The number of victims in Kryvyi Rih has increased to 16, including 6 children, 40 wounded. The Russians struck the city with an Iskander cluster ballistic missile.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the first step to peace is a ceasefire, and the United States is close to taking appropriate measures. According to the President, the strengthening of sanctions may affect the Russians.
Ukrainian military control the situation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. Zelenskyy stated that there is no encirclement there, and the Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding 64,000 Russians.
Volodymyr Zelensky stated that lawyers will present the main points of the Ukrainian draft agreement on mineral resources with the United States as early as next week. After that, the technical team will be ready to travel to the United States.
russia is trying to return 300 billion dollars of frozen assets, offering countries to purchase goods in exchange for assistance. Zelensky stated that Europe is not going to give them back.
Russian forces struck Kryvyi Rih with an Iskander cluster ballistic missile. A headquarters for helping people is being set up in the nearest school.
According to Zelenskyy, the trade turnover between Ukraine and the USA is small, and the volume of arms supplies will not be affected. He added that Kyiv is working to improve conditions.