Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy announced personnel decisions at the state-owned company "Forests of Ukraine". The reasons cited were issues with the protection of the Carpathians and the lack of regulation in the forestry sector.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine's Defense Forces are ensuring the destruction of the Russian army's offensive potential, with the rate of the occupiers' irreversible losses already at approximately 60% of total casualties.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has declared the illegal trade of grain from occupied territories unacceptable. The issue is under the personal control of Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on Israel to stop receiving vessels carrying stolen grain. Kyiv recalled its solidarity in countering Iranian threats.
Russian propaganda is circulating an edited video of a sign language interpreter who is allegedly holding a sign about lies. The CCD has confirmed the use of a deepfake.
The Rada has extended martial law in Ukraine for 90 days starting May 4, 2026. 315 People's Deputies voted in favor of the corresponding decision.
Zelenskyy announced the arrival of a ship with stolen grain in Israel and the preparation of sanctions against those involved. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will inform partners about this incident.
The IAEA Director General stated that the risk of a nuclear catastrophe has risen to Cold War levels. This is attributed to the war in Europe and the pressure on the security system.
Zelenskyy has appointed the Ambassador to Belgium, Yaroslav Melnyk, as the representative to Luxembourg concurrently. Previously, the diplomat headed the Ukrainian mission in Italy.
Since the beginning of 2026, the military has received twice as many interceptor drones as in the entire year of 2025. In March, they shot down a record 33,000 enemy UAVs.
The White House has agreed to hold the leaders' meeting without cameras to avoid potential public criticism of the monarch. Charles plans to express support for Ukraine and environmental issues during his address to Congress.
The President announced the necessity of creating an indigenous anti-ballistic system. Ukraine has already established mass production of drones and artillery.
The President held a meeting of the Staff regarding the UGS, anti-ballistic defense, and intelligence reports on the Russian Federation. Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued the relevant instructions.
Deputy heads for defense issues from among military personnel will appear in Regional and District State Administrations. They will be appointed upon the recommendation of the Ministry of Defense to coordinate national resistance.
The Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces announced an intensification of strikes against Russian oil and the military. Ukrainian drones are already hitting targets at distances of up to 2,000 kilometers.
In one week, the Russian Federation launched up to 1,900 drones, 1,400 aerial bombs, and 60 missiles. Air defense shoots down over 90% of drones, while the EU prepares new aid packages and sanctions.
The President submitted draft laws on extending martial law and mobilization until August 2. The Rada will consider these documents at a meeting on April 28 or 29.
The President stated that the ZNPP has been transformed into a military facility. Russians are storing weapons, ammunition, and military equipment there; the station has survived 14 total blackouts.
The President of Ukraine and the President of the EBRD discussed the restoration of the confinement at the Chornobyl NPP. The facility was damaged by a Russian drone in February 2025.
Zelenskyy decorated the liquidators of the 1986 accident and Chornobyl NPP personnel for their work during the occupation. Rescuers were also recognized for eliminating the consequences of a drone strike.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Rafael Grossi opened the exhibition "Chornobyl: People and Meanings. " The President discussed the consequences of Russian strikes on the Chornobyl NPP and nuclear safety.
Funds from the first EU tranche will be allocated to domestic drones, miltech, and energy protection. Ukraine has also reached an agreement on stable diesel supplies.
SBU fighters attacked a base in Sevastopol and the Belbek airfield with drones. Three ships, a MiG-31 aircraft, air defense systems, and enemy infrastructure facilities were hit.
Zelenskyy stated that threats to the energy system and the ZNPP are comparable to the Chernobyl disaster. The President called on partners for unity against Russian aggression.
President Zelenskyy will submit to Parliament tomorrow morning two draft laws on the approval of decrees on martial law and general mobilization. Extension for 90 days until August 2, 2026, voting on April 28-29.
Zelenskyy, after meeting with Sandu, reported on work to promptly open all six EU clusters. Membership will become a shared success for Ukraine, Moldova, and the EU.
President Zelenskyy stated support for Moldova on security issues, particularly regarding Transnistria, and the development of trilateral formats with Romania. He thanked Sandu for supporting Ukraine and noted the visit on Chernobyl Remembrance Day.
President of Moldova Maya Sandu arrived in Ukraine on April 26 for a meeting with Zelenskyy. She will honor the memory of the Chernobyl disaster victims on the 40th anniversary of the accident.
40 years since the Chornobyl disaster. Russian "Shaheds" fly over the ChNPP and struck the confinement, threatening a new accident.
Azerbaijan provided Ukraine with five buses as humanitarian aid during Zelenskyy's visit. Since 2022, Baku has provided over $45 million in aid, equipment for the energy system, and rehabilitation for 500 children.