Ukraine
On the night of April 29, Russia launched 171 drones of various types at Ukraine. Air defense forces shot down 154 drones, with hits recorded at ten locations.
Péter Magyar discusses the unblocking of 20 billion euros in aid in Brussels. To receive the funds, Hungary must fulfill 27 conditions regarding reforms.
Over the past day, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,180 occupiers and 1,775 drones. Total enemy manpower losses have exceeded 1.3 million people.
The Russian Federation is developing the S-71M autonomous missile for Su-57 fighters. The system will be able to independently search for and destroy targets without operator intervention.
Ukraine proposed integration into Europe's security system at the summit in Croatia. The Via Carpathia project to Kyiv and Rail2Sea to the port of Odesa were announced.
The return of children abducted by Russia was discussed in the Senate of Spain. The event was attended by representatives of Ukraine and two teenagers who have returned home.
King Charles urged the US Congress for unwavering support for Ukraine for the sake of peace. The monarch emphasized the historical unity of the two nations in the face of threats.
147 combat engagements occurred over the past day; the enemy used 5,200 drones and 151 guided aerial bombs. The highest number of attacks was recorded in the Pokrovsk direction — 42 assaults.
The introduction of VAT on parcels is a condition for IMF funding worth 8. 1 billion dollars. The absence of this law will also block funds from the European Commission.
Julie Davis is leaving her post due to disagreement with Trump regarding aid to Ukraine. The diplomat only began her work in Kyiv in May 2025.
The Ministry of Defense and Brave1 tested FPV drones from eight manufacturers that cover 25 km under the influence of electronic warfare. Mykhailo Fedorov announced the rapid scaling of these technologies.
Zelenskyy has approved arms exports in cases of production surplus of up to 50%. Companies will receive automatic permits to sell surplus equipment and drones.
The Kyiv-Uzhhorod route has received a new train with carriages manufactured in 2026. The rolling stock is equipped with security systems and offers a menu of Japanese cuisine.
The leader of the Tisza party, Péter Magyar, is initiating a meeting with Zelenskyy in Berehove. He proposes expanding the rights of the Hungarian minority to restart relations.
The Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) reported on Moscow's plans for operations against NATO and the involvement of Belarus. Ukraine will inform its partners and strengthen sanctions against Russia's military-industrial complex.
Russia's seaborne oil shipments reached a one-month high due to attacks on refineries. Moscow's weekly export revenues rose to $2.35 billion.
Zelenskyy announced personnel decisions at the state-owned company "Forests of Ukraine". The reasons cited were issues with the protection of the Carpathians and the lack of regulation in the forestry sector.
The construction of fortifications from the Kyiv Sea to Sumy is part of the preparation for a protracted war. Experts deny the threat of a large-scale offensive on Kyiv at this time.
According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine's Defense Forces are ensuring the destruction of the Russian army's offensive potential, with the rate of the occupiers' irreversible losses already at approximately 60% of total casualties.
Hetmantsev called for the development of the defense industry and arms exports through the Defence City special regime. Ukraine ranked seventh in the world in terms of military spending.
Ukraine will approach Egypt regarding the arrival of a vessel carrying stolen grain. Cairo had previously officially promised Kyiv not to accept such Russian shipments.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has reported numerous shipments of stolen grain to Israel. The Israeli side has been officially informed of all known cases and vessels.
Ukraine is preparing sanctions against participants in grain trade schemes from the occupied territories. Legal procedures and prosecutorial investigations are currently underway.
Czechia has become the 23rd state to join the agreement on a special tribunal for the RF. The vote on the document will take place on May 14–15 at a meeting of the Council of Europe.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has declared the illegal trade of grain from occupied territories unacceptable. The issue is under the personal control of Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Ukraine is recording illegal grain exports to Egypt, Algeria, and Turkey. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is tracking vessels heading to these countries and is preparing an official response.
According to the General Staff, artillery shelling of border areas continues. Today, a number of settlements in the Sumy region were affected.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on Israel to stop receiving vessels carrying stolen grain. Kyiv recalled its solidarity in countering Iranian threats.
Poland handed over archaeologist Butyagin to the Russian Federation as part of an exchange with Belarus, despite Ukraine's extradition request. He is suspected of conducting illegal excavations in Crimea.
Ignoring Ukraine's appeals regarding stolen grain legalizes these shipments. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will respond to the involvement of any states in the occupiers' schemes.