Ukraine
Three people, including a child, died in Dnipro as a result of a terrorist attack. 30 people were injured, including 5 children, houses and infrastructure were damaged.
Enemy troops have intensified shelling and are using armored vehicles near Borova. The commander of "Terra" notes that the enemy is looking for weak spots in the defense.
On April 17, Ukraine celebrates Fire Protection Day. Also, the World Hemophilia Day is observed globally, marking an incurable blood disease.
Ukrainian Svitlana Moskvina won a bronze medal at the European Weightlifting Championships in the weight category up to 64 kg. In the snatch, she took silver, lifting 100 kg.
According to DeepState, enemy troops have advanced near Kotlyarivka and in certain areas of the front in the Zaporizhzhia region.
In the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia region, the Russians have launched a pseudo-tourist project among ruins, trenches and stolen exhibits. The goal is to hide militarization and looting.
Ukraine has launched an international Easter campaign to draw attention to more than 20,000 Ukrainian children forcibly taken to Russia. The goal of the campaign is to return the children home.
Since the beginning of the day, 92 combat engagements have taken place at the front. The hottest situation is in the Pokrovsk direction, where the occupiers tried to break through the defense 29 times.
The President of Ukraine dismissed and appointed new heads in the Donetsk region. Natalia Vorobyova was transferred from the position of head of the Mariupol RDA to the head of the Mangush SVA.
Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a new security architecture and new support packages from partners. He emphasized that Ukraine is ready for political decisions.
President Zelenskyy reported progress on the agreement with the US regarding rare earth metals. The agreement is expected to bring economic benefits to both countries.
A briefing for diplomats on sanctions against Russia was held in the OP. The impact of restrictions, foreign components in weapons and the confiscation of Russian assets were discussed.
UEFA refused Ukraine a minute of silence for those killed in Sumy before the match against Romania. Romania supported Ukraine, and the teams honored the memory of the victims during the game.
YouControl presented the "ESG-profile" module for automatic assessment of ESG risks of companies. It will be useful for banks, businesses, journalists and researchers to analyze compliance with ESG standards.
Two 14-year-old teenagers are suspected of killing a 19-year-old boy in Ivano-Frankivsk region. They lured him into the forest, inflicted numerous stab wounds and seized his property.
The European Union is discussing the possibility of sending military advisers to Ukraine to organize training for Ukrainian soldiers. The issue was discussed at the EU Council meeting in Luxembourg.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb spoke with Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the situation in Ukraine, including the front. The leaders discussed further steps to achieve a just peace.
Ukraine and Moldova are considering the idea of restoring railway communication between Chisinau and Odessa, which will pass through Transnistria. Security will be a key issue.
Donald Trump rejected Ukraine's proposal to buy Patriot with EU funds and frozen assets of the Russian Federation. He accused Zelensky of starting a war that cannot be won.
In February 2025, a decrease in agricultural production was recorded in Ukraine. The reason is a decrease in the production of most types of livestock products.
Andriy Smyrnov is accused of legalizing funds and receiving a bribe of 100,000 dollars. He invested UAH 6.5 million in the construction of estates in the Odesa region and ensured the victory of the right company in the tender.
The EU will not extend Ukraine's free access to the market, seeking to agree on broader trade liberalization by June 5. They are working on a "legal bridge" if an agreement is not reached in time.
An Egyptian heron flew to the Ukrainian station in Antarctica. This species is common on almost all continents except Antarctica, and usually lives near ungulate animals.
The Rada adopted a draft law that allows education in the languages of national minorities in vocational education institutions, provided that students wish to and study Ukrainian. Financial autonomy for institutions is also provided.
There are 6. 373 million Ukrainian refugees in Europe. There is a slight outflow of population from Ukraine, compared to 2023, about 0.5 million people.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted the contribution of the defense industry workers to the production of weapons. He emphasized that over 40% of the weapons on the front are of Ukrainian production, and Ukraine will increase this figure.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that they regard the words of the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania about a possible Russian attack on Easter as an assumption. Ukrainians were urged to respond to alarms.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to Trump's special envoy's statement on the "five territories". Ukraine does not recognize the stolen lands as Russian and will not agree to limit its defense capabilities.
Russian soldiers shot an unarmed Ukrainian serviceman who was captured in the Volnovakha district. An investigation into a war crime has been launched.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine are deterring the occupiers' offensive. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Toretsk directions, launching air strikes on cities and villages.