Kyiv
Russian troops have killed one child and wounded over 30 in shelling of Ukrainian cities in the past three days. Since the beginning of the war, more than 2,546 children have been affected.
In Ukraine, on April 26-27, a cold snap is expected to +10+17 degrees, rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds. Cool weather will prevail on Providna Sunday, with frosts in some places on the ground.
Experts criticized the manipulative format of the event and the ignoring of the opinion of those who disagreed with the resolution.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized Trump's peace proposals, pointing to the US interest in Ukraine's resources. He questions what Ukraine will get after its heroic resistance.
Russia claims readiness for a deal with the United States on Ukraine, but admits that some elements still need to be finalized. Lavrov claims that strikes are only carried out on military facilities.
April 25 has been declared a Day of Mourning in Kyiv due to the massive Russian strike. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and foreign diplomatic missions will lower their flags in mourning for the dead.
According to the Ukrhydrometeorological Center, on April 25 in Ukraine there will be variable cloudiness, brief rains during the day, thunderstorms in places. The temperature during the day is 18-26°.
Ukrzaliznytsia has appointed an additional train No. 213/214 Kyiv - Uzhhorod - Kyiv due to the increase in passenger traffic and the construction of the European track. The number of requests to Transcarpathia reached 3,000 per day.
In the Sviatoshynskyi district, rescuers cleared 1280 cubic meters of debris and evacuated 9 cars. Robotic equipment is involved in clearing the debris.
Donald Trump said that it would be difficult for Ukraine to return Crimea, as it was "given away" by the Obama administration. He evaded answering whether he was ready to recognize Crimea as Russian for the sake of peace.
In Kyiv, at the "Khreshchatyk" metro station, a passenger was hit by a train, resulting in his death. Law enforcement officers are investigating the circumstances of the incident, and the subway has resumed full operation.
On the night of April 24, Russia attacked Kostyantynivka with the Smerch MLRS, killing a child and her neighbor. Police rescued the wounded and unblocked an elderly woman from under the rubble.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Russians used a ballistic missile produced by North Korea. Clearing of debris is underway after the Russian missile strike.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and diplomatic missions of Ukraine will lower flags around the world on April 25 as a sign of mourning for the victims of the Russian attack on Kyiv. On April 24, the Russians attacked the capital, killing at least 12 people.
Due to the incident at the "Khreshchatyk" station, a number of metro stations are closed to passengers. Train traffic is organized from the "Akademmistechko" station to "Vokzalna" and from "Arsenalna" to "Lisova".
Trump said he believes in Putin's desire for peace, despite Russia's attacks on Kyiv. The US insists on Ukraine's right to have an army in a peace agreement.
The US will demand that Russia recognize Ukraine's right to its own army as part of a peace agreement. The US also seeks to regain control of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and access to the Dnipro River.
Ukrhydrometcenter warns of frosts on April 27-29 throughout Ukraine. Especially dangerous are frosts in the air on April 28 in the northern, eastern and central regions, which may harm fruit trees.
On April 24, Russian troops shelled Kramatorsk, damaging the railway station and other buildings of Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways). Despite the damage, train traffic is operating on schedule, and there are no casualties.
In the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv, rescuers unblocked 2 more bodies from under the rubble, increasing the number of dead to 12. A day of mourning has been declared in the city.
During the night attack on Kyiv, Russia used a KN-23 ballistic missile. According to intelligence, North Korea supplied Russia with 148 KN-23 and KN-24 missiles.
The State Emergency Service reported that the body of another person was retrieved from under the rubble in Kyiv. The death toll from the Russian strike has risen to 10, with 90 injured.
In Kyiv, the number of deaths as a result of the Russian attack has increased to 9 people. Rescuers recovered the body of a 27-year-old girl from under the rubble, the search continues.
Nicusor Dan emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and the need to increase Romania's defense spending to 3. 5% of GDP by 2030. He also noted the role of the Kogalniceanu airbase for US influence.
The High Anti-Corruption Court has authorized a special pre-trial investigation regarding ex-MP Vadym Nesterenko, who is suspected of abuse of power. He has been wanted since October 2024.
At night, Russia attacked Kyiv with missiles and drones, some Kyiv residents are without electricity. DTEK energy workers are restoring power supply, already restored electricity to 300 families.
As a result of the Russian attack on Kyiv on April 24, 8 people died, including two children. 90 people were injured, including 12 children, the youngest of whom is one and a half years old.
Donald Trump has reacted to Russia's massive missile attack on Ukraine, urging Vladimir Putin to stop the attacks and reach a peace agreement. Trump emphasized the heavy losses on both sides.
Work is underway in the Sviatoshynskyi district to eliminate the consequences of the night attack by the Russian Federation. Rescuers are dismantling the rubble of a destroyed high-rise building, where people may still be under the rubble.
Власти Вильнюса обнародовали план эвакуации на случай военного вторжения, гибридных атак, ядерных угроз и стихийных бедствий. План разработан на основе опыта Украины и городов США.