Rachel Reeves stated the need for closer cooperation with the EU due to Trump's rhetoric. Britain seeks access to the EU defense fund and participation of companies in the bloc's armament.
U. S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff suggested that Trump support the "transfer" of Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions to Russia.
Yulia Svyrydenko presented Prince Harry with an Easter basket with paska baked from flour from demined fields of Sumy region. Pysanky for the basket were made by the mother of the deceased paramedic Iryna Tsybukh.
The Ukrainian delegation has departed for Washington for talks on a rare earth metals agreement. The talks, which will last two days, will be technical in nature.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and approved for operation in the Armed Forces of Ukraine the domestic unmanned aerial complex "Rarog-10". FPV drones are capable of hitting targets day and night and have protection against electronic warfare.
In Ukraine, prices for medicines that are not included in the list for price reduction have increased to 30%. People's Deputies call for comprehensive price regulation by all market participants.
The Ukrainian government will allocate UAH 540 million for electronic warfare systems to protect frontline communities. It is also planned to allocate up to UAH 10 million per community for priority protection needs.
The court has chosen a preventive measure in the form of detention without the right to bail for an 18-year-old resident of Hlyboka, who is suspected of fatally beating a 27-year-old Bukovinian woman. He faces up to 10 years in prison.
Units of the SSO of the Armed Forces of Ukraine captured 14 Russian soldiers, including three officers, in the Kursk region. During the operations, about 30 enemy soldiers were destroyed.
Zelensky stated that Ukraine is ready to purchase air defense systems from partners, not just ask for them. He discussed this issue with Trump and emphasized that air defense is a priority for protecting cities.
Kyiv police officers drew up protocols for the parents of three teenagers who were riding trams and electric trains. They face a fine of 850 to 1700 hryvnias.
Ukraine has more than 10 manufacturers of fiber optic drones with a range of up to 20+ km and expects additional funds from the Nordic countries to increase production.
The government of Ukraine has signed agreements with the European Investment Bank on the allocation of 300 million euros for the restoration of energy and critical infrastructure. The "transport visa-free regime" with the EU has also been extended.
HACC satisfied the claim of the Ministry of Justice and recovered the assets of "Belaruskali" to the state revenue: more than 70 thousand tons of potassium chloride, monetary assets and wagons.
Last year, the Ukrainian defense industry produced $10 billion worth of weapons, covering 30-40% of the front's needs. The main problem is insufficient funding for the purchase of components.
Vladimir Putin has begun a meeting with Stephen Witcoff, the US special envoy. The likely topic of discussion is the cessation of the war in Ukraine and a meeting between Putin and Trump.
Throughout the day, 75 combat engagements took place on the front lines, with the highest number of attacks recorded in the Pokrovsk direction, where the enemy attempted to breach the defenses 26 times. Defense Forces are holding back the pressure.
According to Blinken, Ukraine's victory plan included cooperation with the US on rare earth resources. The US was trying to invest in this sector, which would be beneficial for companies.
Ukrainian wrestler Andriy Dzhelep won a bronze medal in the weight category up to 61 kg at the European Championship. In the final, he defeated a "neutral" Belarusian with a score of 3:1.
Norway will allocate 10 billion Norwegian kroner (822 million euros) for equipping and training a Ukrainian brigade. The brigade is being created jointly with the countries of Northern Europe and the Baltic States.
Donald Trump called on Russia to take action, emphasizing the heavy losses in Ukraine. A representative of Trump will meet with Putin to discuss a settlement.
The Government of Ukraine has allocated UAH 1. 5 billion to support communities and regions that need it most. Half a billion hryvnias will be received by seven regions for utility services in medical institutions.
According to reports, at least 51 Chinese citizens passed through the contract selection point in Moscow since June 2023. One of them died, others complain about poor provision.
The Ministry of Education and Science calls on teenagers not to cling to train cars for the sake of video. Last year, 28 children were injured and 9 died as a result. This is punishable by a fine or criminal liability.
"Kamyanska Sich" National Park Celebrates its 6th Anniversary. During the Occupation, Russians Stole Property, the Director Was Held Captive. Losses from the Actions of the Russians Exceed 107 Billion UAH.
Rustem Umerov stated that the participation of the US Secretary of Defense in the "Ramstein" meeting confirms support for Ukraine. Hegset joined the meeting online, despite previous reports of the absence of a US representative.
IAEA reported that on the night of April 9, eight drones were detected near the South Ukraine NPP within a radius of 4 km. Frequent alarms and explosions near Ukrainian nuclear facilities are emphasized.
Due to abnormal snowfalls in the south of Ukraine, traffic is difficult, there are snowdrifts and traffic jams. In the Kherson region, about 2,500 subscribers are without electricity, and in the Mykolaiv region, rescuers are helping ambulances.
Trump's Special Representative Steve Witkoff Arrived in Russia and Meet with Putin to Discuss Terms of Ceasefire. The topic of a meeting between the Russian dictator and Trump may also be discussed.
German Defense Minister Pistorius believes that peace in Ukraine "seems unattainable in the near future".
