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The missile was headed for the Dnipro River, triggering an air raid alert in Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine, according to warnings from the Ukrainian Air Forces.

Germany pressures the United States and other NATO allies to provide Ukraine with more Patriot missile defense systems and other equipment to strengthen its air defense against massive Russian air strikes.

Kyiv customs officers seized three archaeological flint cores dating back to the 6th millennium BC from a parcel sent from Kryvyi Rih to the United States.

The U. S. Senate is expected to vote on and approve a large aid package to Ukraine and other U.S. allies worth $95 billion, of which $61 billion is earmarked for Ukraine, after the House of Representatives passed it with bipartisan support.

Hungary threatens to block €2 billion in EU aid to Ukraine unless Kyiv stops discriminating against Hungarian companies operating in Ukraine.

Kyiv authorities decided not to open the beach season and advised citizens to avoid beaches and recreation areas for safety reasons.

Enemy UAVs attacked Kyiv region at night, but all of them were destroyed by air defense forces without causing any damage or casualties.

Ukrainian air defense forces shot down 15 of 16 russian drones during an attack on the night of April 23, 2024.

All enemy drones launched towards Kyiv from the territory of Russia were successfully destroyed by the air defense forces, and no casualties or damage have been reported in the capital so far.

Air defense systems are in place in Kyiv, and residents are advised to take cover until the air raid ends.

The Ukrainian Air Force informs about russian Shakhtys flying from Obukhiv towards Kyiv.

President Zelenskyy met with a U. S. Congressional delegation, emphasizing Ukraine's urgent need for air defense systems, long-range weapons, artillery shells, and military aid to defend itself against Russian aggression.

Kyiv is on air alert. Ukrainian Air Force warns of missile threat

The Shevchenkivsky District Court of Kyiv has extended the detention of businessman Ihor Kolomoisky until June 2, 2024, with the possibility of bail in the amount of UAH 1. 96 billion.

A 13-year-old student enrolled in an inclusive education program at Kyiv's school #81 was severely beaten by his peers, resulting in a ruptured testicle that required surgery, despite his mother's repeated complaints to the school administration about bullying and the lack of safety measures.

The full pink moon will be visible in the night sky on April 24 after the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower on April 21-22.

Since the beginning of 2024, 2,887 Ukrainians have received loans worth UAH 5 billion to purchase 2,800 apartments and 87 private houses under the eHouse program.

The 36-year-old BMW driver was charged with violating traffic safety rules while intoxicated, which led to the death of a 40-year-old woman and the injury of a 33-year-old man on the Big Ring Road in Kyiv.

In the two years since russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has rebuilt 513 medical facilities out of 1,581 damaged and 210 completely destroyed, despite constant bombardment and attacks by russia.

EU ministers failed to promise Ukraine additional Patriot air defense systems at a key meeting, despite pressure to provide more support in the air defense sector amid increased attacks by Russia.

EU ministers discussed but failed to approve a €500 million tranche of military aid to Ukraine due to the ongoing blockade, despite changing circumstances.

The Kyiv Metro emphasizes that no changes are planned for the Taras Shevchenko and Pochayna metro stations, and they will operate as usual to transport passengers and provide shelter during air raids.

A 13-year-old schoolboy was beaten by his classmates at a school in Kyiv's Dniprovsky district, resulting in a ruptured testicular membrane, hematoma, dropsy, and swelling of the leg. Police opened a criminal investigation into the intentional infliction of light bodily harm.

EU allies insist on maintaining strong support for Ukraine after the US approves a $61 billion aid package.

A bipartisan delegation of U. S. Congressional representatives visited Kyiv, confirming the United States' unwavering support for Ukraine.

The SBU detained a Russian agent who arrived in Ukraine on the eve of the full-scale invasion under the guise of a salesman and in 2023 began surveillance to identify Ukrainian air defense systems and radars to facilitate Russian air strikes.

Ukraine will propose a $20 billion debt restructuring plan to international bondholders.

The Slovaks have raised more than 3 million euros to buy ammunition for the Ukrainian army in defiance of their government's refusal to provide military aid. their government to provide military aid.

Hamburg Mayor Peter Cencher arrived in Kyiv on an unannounced visit to express support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression.

A minibus carrying 9 passengers fell into an abyss near the village of Oliva in Kyiv region, killing 2 people and hospitalizing 7.