January 12, 12:45 AM • 34277 viewsJanuary 10, 03:04 PM • 35694 viewsJanuary 10, 01:08 PM • 37807 viewsJanuary 8, 08:37 AM • 93867 viewsThe Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces congratulated on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, emphasizing the importance of unity against the aggressor. He reminded of Ukraine's contribution to peace and its fight against modern tyrants.
Since the beginning of the day, 154 combat clashes have been recorded at the front, the most – 55 – in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, involving kamikaze drones.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is holding a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump.
Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Pope Leo XIV, expressing gratitude for condemning the aggression of the Russian Federation. He hopes for further support for Ukraine in restoring peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed support for Ukraine and prospects for cooperation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The German Chancellor assured of continued support.
In the second half of 2024, the number of cyberattacks on the security and defense sector of Ukraine increased by 82%. New threat clusters have appeared, and old ones are developing, changing tactics.
The services of changing and canceling the registration of residence have been restored on the "Diia" portal. The services have become more convenient and efficient, and they work automatically.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced expectations regarding the completion of legal procedures for the ratification of the agreement between Ukraine and the United States on mineral resources. He emphasized that this will open a new page in relations between the countries.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that the EU White Paper opens up new opportunities for Ukraine's integration into European security policy. This became known after a meeting with European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius.
US President Donald Trump announced a planned conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He also announced an agreement with Ukraine on rare earth resources, which has already been ratified.
Ukrainian troops have regained control over a strategically important territory north of Lyptsi. The enemy's losses amounted to over 1,500 people, hundreds of units of equipment were destroyed.
A resident of Sumy region tried to sell her newborn child for $30,000. She was detained during the transfer of money and the child, and the issue of suspicion of human trafficking is being resolved.
Internally displaced persons will receive expanded state support for housing rental. The subsidy is automatically renewed every six months, covers more expenses, and gives freedom of choice of housing.
The InfoSec Ukraine 2025 conference dedicated to information and cyber security issues was held in Kyiv. Participants discussed strategies to strengthen Ukraine's digital defense in the context of hybrid warfare.
Head of EU diplomacy Kaja Kallas stated that on May 9, the European Union will allocate 1 billion euros to Ukraine to support the defense industry. Earlier, Ukraine invited EU leaders to Kyiv on May 9.
40-year-old Chris Garrett from Great Britain died in Kharkiv region. He was engaged in demining as part of the "Azov" unit, for which he was sentenced by the occupiers to 14 years.
Donald Trump, during a telephone conversation with Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, offered him to become a mediator between Ukraine and Russia. Erdoğan responded positively to the proposal.
Russian DRGs do not stop trying to break through the border in the north. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are recording the presence of the enemy along the border, but there is no large-scale offensive.
During the day, 117 combat clashes took place on the front. The most attacks, 41, were recorded in the Pokrovsk direction, where fierce battles are ongoing.
The European Parliament voted to renew the suspension of tariffs and quotas on steel imports from Ukraine. The European Commission is working on a long-term solution for trade.
Julia Davis announced that she expects a quick transition to the implementation of the agreement on the American-Ukrainian Investment Fund for Reconstruction. This happened after its approval by the Verkhovna Rada.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Major Robert Brovdi of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, known as "Magyar," the title of Hero of Ukraine. Brovdi is the commander of the 414th ударних BpAK "Birds of Magyar" brigade.
April 2025 recorded the highest number of civilian casualties in Ukraine since September 2024. At least 209 people were killed and another 1,146 were injured.
G7 ambassadors supported draft law No. 12374-d on ARMA reform, but its head, Olena Duma, called it unconstitutional. She is preparing an alternative draft law, despite the support of the current one by international partners.
The President posthumously awarded the "Gold Star" order to Pavlo Petrychenko, who died on April 15. The military man is known for initiating a petition to restrict online casinos for military personnel.
Some universities in Kyiv are switching to distance learning on May 8-9, taking into account the threats. The Ministry of Education and Science did not give such recommendations, the decisions are made by the institutions independently.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the head of the SBU, Vasyl Malyuk, with the title of Hero of Ukraine. The corresponding decree No. 299/2025 was published on the website of the head of state.
Prime Minister Shmyhal discussed the implementation of the investment fund with Julie Davis. He also thanked the United States for its support in the fight against the aggressor and noted the role of American business.
A bargain or a trap? Pitfalls of the "gray" market of technology in Ukraine.
The National Security and Defense Council stated that the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation is spreading false accusations of Ukraine violating the ceasefire. In fact, the Russian Federation is violating its own "truce", hitting civilians in Kharkiv region with drones, launching air strikes on Sumy region and attacking at the front.
