Ukraine
Russian army overnight on April 26 attacked with 144 Shahed-type UAVs and others. AFU air defenses shot down/suppressed 124, hits on 11 locations.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Italy has reported cases of aggression and discrimination against people with Ukrainian flags during the Liberation Day march. The diplomatic mission called such actions unacceptable.
On April 25, the Russians lost 960 servicemen and 30 cruise missiles. The total losses of the occupiers since 24.02.22 amount to 1,325,650 personnel.
On April 26, 1986, the explosion at ChNPP contaminated 200,000 km² with cesium and strontium, 115,000 people were evacuated. Liquidators minimized the consequences, the exclusion zone became a nature reserve.
April 26 will be cloudy with clearings, a powerful front will bring rains almost everywhere, wind 15-20 m/s. In the south up to +19°, in the west and north +6…+11°, in Kyiv +10…+12° with possible rain.
Roman Yaremchuk scored in the 19th and 71st minutes in the Ligue 1 match against "Auxerre". "Lyon" won 3:2, this is the Ukrainian's first brace for the team.
On the southern coast of occupied Crimea, a mazut spill has led to the death of thousands of birds due to toxic waste. The occupation authorities are ignoring the disaster, volunteers are fighting the catastrophe on their own.
President Trump is busy with the war in Iran, so Europe is preparing for a prolonged war in Ukraine without negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv. Ukraine is forced to wage a war of attrition with the RF "without end".
On April 25, Russians struck the Nikopol region, seriously injuring a 62-year-old woman. Drones injured a 31-year-old mother with two children.
Negotiations on the purchase of 114 Rafale fighters have reached a deadlock due to disagreements over weapon integration conditions. The delay benefits Ukraine by shortening the queue.
Azerbaijan provided Ukraine with five buses as humanitarian aid during Zelenskyy's visit. Since 2022, Baku has provided over $45 million in aid, equipment for the energy system, and rehabilitation for 500 children.
On Sunday, April 26, "Ukrenergo" does not plan any electricity supply restrictions. They advise using energy-intensive appliances during the day from 11:00 to 16:00 and limiting them in the evening from 18:00 to 22:00.
Ukrainian military personnel are undergoing training on Mirage 2000-5F fighters with France's participation in the EUMAM Ukraine mission. The training includes air combat, maintenance, and takes place in France and Poland.
Since the beginning of the year, over 5. 7 million sq m of damage on highways have been eliminated in Ukraine – record in 6 years. Works are being carried out across the country, planned to be completed by June.
Pentagon Conducts Drills Simulating Massive Drone Attack in Ukrainian Style at Eglin Base. Data Obtained Influences Procurement, Planning, and Creation of Unified Tracking System.
On April 25, 2026, Russian shelling injured seven civilians in Kherson Oblast using artillery, mortars, and UAVs. The prosecutor's office has initiated an investigation into war crimes; houses, a medical facility, and a cultural facility were damaged.
EU approved €90 billion loan for Ukraine until end of 2026. Additional €19 billion may be needed for 2027 due to deficit.
On the eve of the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster, archival materials stamped "secret" were presented. The documents contain government decisions, reports on evacuation and radiation, and have been included in the UNESCO register.
Three European countries confirmed contributions to PURL to protect Ukraine's energy sector. Financial package unblocked, 20th sanctions package against russia introduced, and opening of clusters discussed.
Zelenskyy reacted to Russian strikes on Dnipro, calling not to reduce pressure and sanctions against Russia. Emphasized the need for attention to the war in Europe and strengthening Ukraine's air defenses.
The European Union will ban the import of gas condensate from "Yamal LNG" starting January 1, 2027. The sanctions target other Russian LNG projects amid the war in Ukraine.
Prince Harry, together with Minister Natalia Kalmykova and Mykola Kalashnyk, visited the National Military Memorial Cemetery. They paid tribute to the memory of the fallen Ukrainian defenders.
On April 26-27, thunderstorms, hail, and squalls up to 20 m/s are expected in the southern, central, and eastern oblasts. On the night of April 27-28, frosts in most regions with an orange danger level.
France and Greece have extended the 2021 defense agreement for five years with subsequent automatic renewal. They signed agreements on foreign policy, nuclear technologies, MBDA missile modernization, and seven wind energy projects.
Ukraine and Latvia have signed an agreement on mutual recognition of driver's licenses without exams. This is the sixth such agreement, important for Ukrainians abroad due to the war.
Zelenskyy sums up first meeting in Azerbaijan with Aliyev: six documents signed. Discussions covered defense, energy, humanitarian issues, and peace.
18-year-old Kyiv resident injured her leg after falling into an unfenced water pit on Ivasyuk Avenue due to repairs by KP "Kyivteploenergo". Police opened proceedings under Part 1 of Article 272 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine for violation of safety rules.
President Zelenskyy stated at a press conference with Aliyev his readiness for trilateral talks in Azerbaijan if Russia is ready for diplomacy. Ukraine values the role of partners in mediation and mentioned negotiations in Turkey and Switzerland.
Russian forces attacked Ukraine with drones near Romania on April 25; British Typhoons were scrambled to intercept. Debris fell in Galați, a building was damaged, investigation ongoing with no casualties.
Prosecutor General Kravchenko: shooter prepared mass shooting, had carbines despite conviction, hated Ukrainians. Killed 7 people in Holosiiv on April 18, liquidated after hostages.