Ukraine
Virtus and Vector drones are being integrated into a single AI-driven system for autonomous target acquisition. The complex allows for the automatic detection and destruction of objects.
Pete Hegseth confirmed the release of $400 million to strengthen European capabilities. The funds were unblocked after senators criticized the delay of the money.
Trump discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Putin and proposed a truce to him. He noted that the dictator had been ready for a deal for a long time.
Donald Trump announced the end of the wars in Ukraine and Iran on a similar schedule. After a conversation with Putin, he expressed hope for a swift resolution of the conflicts.
Ukraine holds a better position at the front over the last 9–10 months. Zelenskyy and Defense Minister Fedorov discussed the pace of destroying the Russian occupiers.
During a phone call, Putin offered Trump assistance regarding the issue of Iranian enriched uranium. Trump urged to first end the war in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy reported that the US is partially lifting sanctions against the RF due to the situation in the Middle East. This allows the Kremlin to finance the war.
Zelenskyy and Minister of Defense Fedorov discussed strikes at a range of 150 km. The goal is for the occupiers' losses to exceed the pace of their mobilization.
Zelenskyy signed sanctions against entities from Belarus and the Russian shadow fleet. The restrictions also apply to individuals involved in the abduction of children.
Putin and Trump discussed a Victory Day truce for over an hour. Trump stated that a deal to resolve the military conflict in Ukraine is close.
In April, 11 new books were added to the list of anti-Ukrainian publications based on proposals from the SBU. Currently, this list already includes 668 propaganda works.
From January to April 2024, the Russian Federation exported 850,000 tons of grain from the occupied territories. Ukraine is preparing sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet.
Since the beginning of 2024, over 3,600 border violators have been detained. The most popular routes remain the sections on the borders with Romania and Moldova.
The government has simplified participation in the Screening 40+ program and limited the timeframe for using the funds. Applications can now be submitted via the Diia portal regardless of the applicant's date of birth.
Italy's Ministry of Culture is investigating the Biennale due to Russia's admission to the 2026 exhibition. The EU is threatening to cancel two million euros in funding for the event.
HBO trademarks have been seized in Ukraine due to unpaid debt to Lyudmyla Ignatenko. The company used her name in the 'Chernobyl' series without permission.
The United States will provide $100 million for the restoration of the Chornobyl NPP confinement damaged by a Russian drone. The total funding requirement reaches 500 million euros.
In 2025, Ukraine withdrew 5 billion cubic meters of water, primarily for the energy sector and housing and communal services. The largest volumes of water withdrawal were recorded in 6 regions. The highest load from polluted discharges was observed in 5 regions and Kyiv.
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the tariff of 4. 32 UAH per kWh until October 31, 2026. For homes with electric heating, a preferential price will apply during the winter period.
Ruslan Kravchenko initiated a UN suicide prevention program. UNICEF will expand the network of Barnahus centers to protect children's rights.
This concerns five new categories related to the damage or destruction of critical and non-critical infrastructure. The Register also records the damage, destruction, or loss of assets.
The President discussed the preparation of new exchanges and the release of various categories of citizens with the Staff. Ukraine is verifying data on all missing persons.
According to Zelenskyy, sanctions have been introduced against Russian entities involved in the abduction of Ukrainian children, as well as against vessels of the Russian shadow fleet. The President announced the preparation of another sanctions package of particular significance.
The German government has approved Boris Ruge as the new Ambassador to Ukraine. Previously, the diplomat served as NATO Assistant Secretary General in Brussels.
The current status of the deferment is displayed in the "Rezerv+" application, and the new expiration date appears after the military registration document is updated. At the same time, auto-renewal works if the grounds for the deferment remain valid and the system can confirm this through state registries.
SAP to try MP Shevchenko for laundering 9 million hryvnias. He purchased luxury cars with money from fertilizer fraud schemes.
Sergey K. , a citizen of Kazakhstan, was detained in Berlin for spying for the Russian Federation. He was collecting data on German military aid and drones for Ukraine.
According to preliminary data, the perpetrator threw two Molotov cocktails into the premises before fleeing the scene. The Muslim community has called this incident a "deliberate provocation."
The Khortytsia Reserve will receive $1. 3 million from UNESCO and Sweden for restoration. The funds will be directed towards museum repairs and archaeological research.
King Charles III discussed the war with Trump and joked about U. S. history. In Congress, the monarch called for decisive support for Ukraine for the sake of peace.