Ukraine

The second tranche of 752 million pounds within the G7 ERA initiative has been received on Ukraine's accounts. The funds will be used to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

Prisoner of war Wang Guangjun stated that he wanted to work as a medic in the Russian army, but was forced to fight. He also said that the Chinese government warned against traveling to Ukraine.

Donald Trump said that Putin started the war, but also blames Zelensky and Biden for it. Trump believes that the war could have been stopped, and calls it "Biden's war".

Chinese prisoners of war said that the Russians took their money under the pretext of fuel and chargers. They hope that Beijing will help with the exchange.

IT Meets 2025 took place in Kyiv, where they discussed the adaptation of business to new conditions. Favbet Tech supports the IT community and the development of the innovation market.

Former Polish Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak stated that Angela Merkel and Olaf Scholz are to blame for the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine.

Captured Chinese citizens hope for help from Beijing in the exchange between Ukraine and Russia. They claim they had no ties to the Chinese government and were recruited through advertising.

The head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee, Danylo Hetmantsev, is trying to speed up the adoption of the draft law on the Deposit Guarantee Fund, presenting it as a requirement of the IMF. The initiative may limit the rights of depositors and jeopardize Ukraine's obligations.

Chinese citizen Zhang Renbo said he was satisfied with Ukraine's attitude after being taken prisoner. They were provided with food from McDonald's, ensuring good conditions of detention.

Head of EU diplomacy Kaja Kallas stated that to end the war, it is necessary to increase pressure on Russia, not on Ukraine. She stressed that it is Russia that is the aggressor, and it is she who must realize her mistake.

Prisoner of war Wang Guangjun stated that Russia is not as strong as it seems. He urged the Chinese not to participate in the war on the side of the Russian Federation, as it is dangerous.

Kaja Kallas called on EU candidate countries not to participate in the May 9 events in Moscow. She also called on EU leaders to visit Ukraine more often for support.

The EU Council has completed a review of the arms export control system to prevent weapons from falling into the hands of terrorists. The review is related to arms supplies to Ukraine.

US President Trump stated that the war between Russia and Ukraine is Biden's war. He added that if he were president, there would be no war, and he is doing everything to stop the conflict.

On Wednesday, April 15, the consecration and installation of the cross on the Trinity Gate Church in the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra will take place. The church itself is a unique structure that has been preserved since the times of Kyivan Rus.

In the Odesa region, a man with a carbine threatened the military to take his friends from the checkpoint. Police detained the attacker and seized the weapon.

In the Zaporizhzhia region, the occupiers are increasingly using ammunition with poisonous gas, in particular RG-Vo grenades. The gas affects the mucous membrane, and there are deaths among the Ukrainian military.

Andrea Eder-Gitschthaler arrived in Ukraine at the invitation of Deputy Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Olena Kondratyuk. The visit is an important gesture of solidarity against the background of the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Donald Trump accuses CBS News of bias and calls for the program "60 Minutes" to be taken off the air. He believes that the TV channel distorts information and illegally supports Kamala Harris.

Since the beginning of the day, 67 combat clashes have taken place, almost half of them in the Pokrovsky and Lyman directions. The enemy is actively shelling Sumy region and looking for weak spots in the defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The financial result before taxation of large and medium-sized enterprises amounted to UAH 947. 3 billion in profit, which is 22% more than in 2023. The share of unprofitable enterprises is 22.1%.

Ukraine and the EU will develop a compromise trade option, taking into account the interests of farmers. It is important to maintain access of Ukrainian agricultural products to the European market.

Ukrainian military promptly eliminated two sea mines that were discovered on the coast of Odesa region. Thanks to the vigilance of border guards, the explosive objects were successfully defused in a controlled manner.

According to Syrsky, since the beginning of 2024, more than 35,000 units of enemy equipment have been hit. Destroying the enemy's logistics is a key task of the Defense Forces.

78% of Ukrainian citizens consider Ukrainian to be their native language, and 64% are proud of the flag. 76% identify with Ukrainian culture.

In the Lithuanian city of Mažeikiai, vandals knocked down and broke four flagpoles with Ukrainian flags near the church. The police are investigating the circumstances of the incident and identifying those involved in the vandalism.

The President of Slovakia criticized the creation of separate support groups for Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of joint actions within the EU and NATO. He called for unity instead of "pseudo-groups."

Ukraine has invited EU leaders to Kyiv on May 9 to counter Putin's victory parade in Moscow. Zelenskyy is ready to receive the leaders of the "Coalition of the Willing" for security guarantees.

Due to the accident on the Czech railway, train No. 122/123 Prague-Chop will run only to Kosice. Passengers will need to transfer to other trains to get to Chop or Prague.

Roman Yaremchuk became the champion of Greece, but this deprived Ukraine of a direct ticket to the Champions League 2025/2026. For the first time since 2008/09, no Ukrainian club will play in the main stage.