Ukraine
As a result of the night attack by Russians on Kyiv, 9 people died, 63 were injured, including 6 children. The consequences of the shelling are being eliminated in 5 districts of the capital.
Donald Trump did not answer whether the White House would recognize Crimea as Russian for a peace agreement between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. He stated that he wants an end to the war and has no favorites.
Peace talks have reached a dead end. Trump accused Zelensky of rejecting the US plan, which included recognizing Crimea as Russian and abandoning NATO.
On April 23, 124 combat clashes took place on the front. The Russians launched a missile and 76 air strikes, used four missiles, dropped 74 CABs and involved 1128 kamikaze drones.
The President of Ukraine commented on the meeting in London between Ukraine, the USA, Great Britain, France and Germany, expressing hope that joint work will lead to lasting peace. He emphasized the importance of respecting the positions of each party.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent. He expressed gratitude for the support and sanctions against the Russian Federation. The parties discussed economic partnership, an investment fund, and a free trade zone.
Trump believes that Zelensky is making mistakes in negotiations with Russia. He is disappointed and wants peace, but this requires both parties.
In the Podilskyi district of Kyiv, a 41-year-old man threw a grenade from the window of an apartment, which exploded on the roof of a car. The perpetrator has been detained, and criminal proceedings have been initiated.
peskov stated that the war would end instantly if Ukraine withdraws its troops from the Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions. He claims that these regions are part of the Russian Federation.
White House representative Steve Witkoff will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, April 25. The plane with the special representative flew to Russia from Paris.
Kyiv Dynamo defeated Bukovyna 4:1 in the semi-final of the Ukrainian Cup. Shakhtar minimally defeated Polissya in extra time. Dynamo and Shakhtar will play in the final on May 14.
The Ukrainian delegation in London confirmed its commitment to peaceful efforts under Trump's leadership. Ukraine seeks an end to the war and is ready for comprehensive peace.
The Ukrainian delegation met with US representative Keith Kellogg in London. The Ukrainian side stressed the need for a ceasefire to start negotiations.
SBI investigators searched the house of Svitlana Panaiotidi. Her husband, Andriy Kobolyev, announced the theft of equipment by SBI employees.
The spokesman of the Russian dictator said that the meeting between Putin and Trump should be productive, so preparations are underway. He added that it is impossible to resolve the conflict in Ukraine without restoring relations between the US and Russia.
Denmark will finance the transfer of various types of artillery ammunition to Ukraine through Estonia. The Danish Minister of Defense emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine's struggle for freedom.
Dmitry Peskov stated that Trump did not set any conditions regarding the ceasefire deadline in Ukraine, considering it inappropriate. He added that a settlement of the conflict is impossible without the restoration of relations between the US and Russia.
On April 23, 2025, Ukrainian soldiers struck a Russian plant producing Shahed-type strike UAVs. The company, located in Tatarstan, produced about 300 drones per day.
Ukraine initiated a special meeting of the OSCE in response to ongoing Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities. Russia has consciously chosen the path of terror, as evidenced by numerous strikes on civilian objects.
Marco Rubio said that the US has a better understanding of Russia's position on Ukraine. It is important to understand Ukraine's position in order to find a compromise and end the war.
Donald Trump said that Zelensky's words about non-recognition of the occupation of Crimea impede peace negotiations. He believes that Ukraine should have fought for Crimea earlier.
By May 8, the mobile application "Reserve+" plans to launch the registration of deferrals for temporarily disabled persons and those whose husband/wife is in the service and has a child under 18 years of age. The Ministry of Defense seeks to make all deferrals online.
The number of brigades that volunteers can join has increased from 16 to 24. The project offers a contract for UAH 1 million, monthly financial support and benefits.
The Andriy Matyukha Foundation actively supports medicine, in particular, Okhmatdyt, cultural initiatives, such as ORIGAMI for UKRAINE, and plans systemic assistance to Ukraine after the war.
The World Bank confirmed its forecast for Ukraine's GDP growth in 2025 at 2%. The state budget deficit will remain around 20% of GDP.
Oleksandr Mishchenko discussed bilateral relations with Marek Prawda. He drew attention to the vandalism at the grave of UPA soldiers, calling for condemnation.
A government delegation of Ukraine, led by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, has started work in Washington at the Spring Meetings 2025. Ukraine's needs for 2026 and attracting investment will be discussed.
A meeting of national security advisors of the coalition countries took place in London, where peace efforts for Ukraine were discussed. The parties agreed on regular consultations for a just peace.
The Ministry of Development explained that the Welcome aircraft's flight over Lviv was a test flight to check aeronautical equipment. The resumption of flights is not yet planned; safety conditions are required.
The State Statistics Service reports that at the beginning of the 2024/25 academic year, 3,743,887 students are studying in educational institutions. This is 4.3% less than in the previous year, with the largest number of schools in the Lviv region.