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Over the past 24 hours, 149 combat engagements have been recorded. Ukrainian troops are steadfastly holding their positions, inflicting significant losses on the enemy and effectively repelling the occupiers’ attempts
On the night of April 4–5, Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine, deploying 93 strike drones from various directions. The Ukrainian Armed Forces, particularly the air defense forces, were
In the Berezneguvatka community of Mykolaiv Oblast, an enemy drone attack injured a married couple. While the region is recovering from overnight shelling, rescue workers are actively working to address
Three people were injured during a nighttime attack on Odesa, which took place in the Khadzhibey district. Several residential buildings were damaged as a result. Serhiy Lysak, head of the
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the successful completion of the rescue operation to save the second crew member of the F-15E shot down over Iran. According to him, the officer
Over the past 24 hours, enemy forces have launched 887 strikes against 41 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. According to information provided by Ivan Fedorov, head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional
File photo: Air defense forces destroyed 260 Russian drones (Getty Images) On the night of April 3–4, Ukraine came under attack from 286 Russian strike drones flying in from six
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf hinted at a possible blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, over which Tehran already exercises partial control via the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic
Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze, chair of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Ukraine’s Integration into the EU, anticipates a difficult negotiation process regarding Ukraine’s accession to the European Union. In an interview with
The Ukrainian Army Command emphasizes that there are no plans to mobilize women, and no mechanisms for doing so are being developed. Recent reports of a possible mobilization are unfounded.
Significant wage arrears are accumulating in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine at enterprises that previously belonged to the state. This was reported by Glavkom, citing data from the National
In Sumy, the number of casualties from the nighttime drone attack has risen to 13, including one child. According to Serhiy Kryvosheyko, head of the Sumy City Military Administration, in
The Russian oil ports of Ust-Luga and Koivisto on the Baltic Sea are unable to fully handle oil shipments following attacks by Ukrainian drones. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing
Over the past 24 hours, 157 combat engagements were recorded. Ukrainian defenders are resolutely holding their ground against the aggressor’s advance, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. The military continues
In the Konstantinovka sector, Russian servicemen are engaging in sabotage by deliberately disabling equipment to avoid being sent to the front lines. According to RBC-Ukraine, citing the "ATESH" partisan movement,
On April 3, the Kyiv region was again subjected to heavy shelling from Russia, resulting in one death and one injury. Official Information As Mykola Kalashnyk, head of the regional
This morning, April 3, Russian forces launched cruise missiles at targets in Ukraine. The takeoff of MiG-31K aircraft, which are equipped with "Kinzhal" missiles, was also observed. This was reported
The U.S. Department of Defense has warned of a reduction in the number of strategic targets for strikes against Iran, despite President Donald Trump’s desire to continue the military campaign.
Members of the "ATESH" partisan movement conducted reconnaissance at a military airfield near the town of Saki in the village of Novofedorivka, which is temporarily occupied by Russia. This information
In the Zaporizhzhia region, the Lasar’s Group Special Operations Unit of the National Guard of Ukraine carried out a successful special operation, resulting in the destruction of a rare Russian
On Thursday, April 2, the oil market saw a sharp rise in prices—by more than $5—following a statement by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the possibility of renewed attacks on
Counterfeit money bearing QR codes, which Russian forces dropped from drones, has been discovered in the Sumy and Chernihiv regions. This was reported by Oleg Grigorov, head of the Sumy
The Ukrainian government has allocated 281.3 million hryvnias from the state budget’s reserve fund to support emergency repair crews who restored electricity and heat following large-scale attacks by Russia. More
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur expressed concern over the lack of clarity from the United States regarding the support it expects from NATO allies. The minister’s statement was published in
Brazilian midfielder Talles Costa has parted ways with the Ukrainian club Polissya (Zhytomyr) by mutual agreement. According to the club’s press service, the 23-year-old player joined the team in February
In March, the Pension Fund of Ukraine allocated 74.6 billion hryvnias for pension payments, which is significantly more than in February. This was reported by the Pension Fund’s press service,
On the morning of Wednesday, April 1, Khmelnytskyi came under attack by Russian drones once again, resulting in a fire at one of the local businesses. This information was reported
Washington sees an end to the conflict with Iran on the horizon. It won’t happen today or tomorrow, but the end of hostilities is already approaching, Rubio noted. He also
An An-26 military transport aircraft crashed in Crimea after colliding with a cliff, killing 29 people. This was reported by Glavkom, citing Russian media. Contact with the An-26 was lost
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have shot down 298 of the 339 drones used by the Russians to attack Ukraine since the evening of March 31. According to Ukrinform, the Ukrainian
The European Commissioner stressed that the energy supply situation in Europe is “very serious,” and even if peace is restored in the near future, a return to normal life is
Former Ukrainian President and Member of Parliament Petro Poroshenko submitted his 2025 electronic declaration, in which he listed a substantial gift for his wife, Maryna. According to Glavkom, citing the
On the night of April 1, an incident involving a Russian drone occurred in the Myrhorod district of Poltava region, resulting in one person being injured. According to Vitaliy Dyakivnych,
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense reported that 641 enemy air attack weapons failed to reach their targets in March. These include missiles and attack drones, particularly "Shaheds," which Russian occupiers
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the active phase of the military operation in Iran is nearing completion. According to him, U.S. troops will leave the country within the next
Over the past 24 hours, on March 31, Ukrainian defense forces engaged the invaders in 171 incidents along the front line. According to information from the General Staff of the
Ukrainian strikes on Russian targets have resulted in a loss of nearly 40% of monthly missile production and about 45% of oil exports, the Center for Strategic and Policy Studies
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga announced on the social media platform X that a European delegation led by Kaja Kallas is visiting Kyiv. The visit marks the anniversary of the
Ukraine is actively entering international arms markets, and countries in the Global South are showing great interest in our drones and technologies for defending against enemy drones. This is discussed
Over the past 24 hours, 18 settlements in the Kharkiv region came under fire from Russian troops, resulting in two casualties. This was reported by "Glavkom," citing information from Oleg
Over the past 24 hours, Russian aggression in the Kherson region has resulted in injuries to five civilians. A Telegram post by Oleksandr Prokudin, head of the regional military administration,
"Every decision is based on national interests, the end user, diplomatic implications, and whether it undermines our own capabilities," said Ihor Fedirko, executive director of the Ukrainian Arms Manufacturers Council.
On the night of March 31, Russian forces launched an attack on Sloviansk, injuring three people, including a child. This was reported by Vadym Lyakh, head of the Sloviansk City
"Last week, my Special Representative for Belarus, John Cole, following talks with President Alexander Lukashenko, secured the release of another 250 political prisoners," Trump said. According to him, the total
Volodymyr Mishchenko, Hero of Ukraine, spoke about the successes of his unit, which has shot down 22 aircraft and two helicopters. He shared details about the work of anti-aircraft gunners
Ukrainian air defense forces successfully shot down 150 of the 164 drones used by the Russian military in its attack on Ukraine on the evening of March 29. According to
The number of U.S. troops in the Middle East has exceeded 50,000 amid tensions with Iran. This was reported by Glavkom, citing The New York Times. Typically, there are about
In the Ukrainian capital, near the Podil-Voskresensky Bridge, police discovered an unexploded combat component of a Russian-made unmanned aerial vehicle. According to a post by the Kyiv Police on Facebook,
Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) is actively countering Russia's "shadow fleet," which facilitates the export of oil and energy resources. According to GUR data published on the War&Sanctions portal, 51
In the Ivano-Frankivsk region, law enforcement officials have uncovered and dismantled a criminal group involved in the large-scale production and distribution of narcotics and psychotropic substances. This was reported by
Ukrainian professional boxing has a new world champion. In the Belgian city of Erstal, Anastasia Petrenko defeated an experienced Mexican opponent and won the IBO title. Triumph in Belgium: a
A major political scandal has erupted in Hungary surrounding the opposition party “Tisza,” led by Péter Magyar. The government released a video of the interrogation of a 19-year-old IT specialist
This week, Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine, deploying over 3,000 drones, more than 1,450 guided aerial bombs, and 40 different types of missiles. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported
A new wave of protests has swept the U.S. under the slogan “No Kings,” directed against Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators protested military action in Iran, strict immigration measures, and the
Russian President Vladimir Putin has no interest in attacking eastern Estonia, specifically the city of Narva, with the aim of establishing a so-called “Narva People’s Republic” in Europe. This view
An air raid siren sounded again in the Ukrainian capital due to a potential drone attack. Residents of Kyiv are urged to follow safety precautions and stay informed through official
Last night, the enemy once again launched insidious attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure facilities in the Odesa region. According to Kipper, an energy facility was damaged. One of the
The National Bank of Ukraine has responded to the decision by the joint-stock company “Ukrposhta” to challenge the imposition of a fine in court. The regulator emphasized that the company’s
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke about the reasons for the absence of trilateral talks that could help resolve important issues. He explained that current circumstances do not allow for this
Over the past 24 hours, attacks on eight settlements were recorded in the Donetsk region. As a result of these attacks, a 41-year-old man was killed and six others were
At a press conference, Charnvirakul announced the conclusion of an agreement regarding the safe passage of Thai oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic decision takes on particular
Ukrainian defense forces killed Russian soldier Oleksandr Galats, according to Glavkom. 49-year-old Alexander Galats had been fighting in the war against Ukraine since it began in 2022. His wife, Ksenia,
On the night of March 28, Russian forces launched an attack on the city of Shostka in the Sumy region, causing significant damage to civilian infrastructure and transportation. This was
According to the Indian Ministry of Defense, there are plans to purchase five more Russian S-400 systems at a cost of approximately $6.1 billion. These systems are designed to intercept
During his official visit to the United Arab Emirates, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Ukrainian military experts. This team has been working in the region for several weeks, assisting
Iran carried out an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring 12 U.S. service members, two of whom are in critical condition. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine,
According to information from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as of March 27, 2026, significant losses among enemy forces have been recorded. This report highlights important
The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine has officially confirmed that there are no plans to introduce a feature for receiving summonses in the "Diya" mobile app. This statement was
Pakistan has resumed military operations in Afghanistan, resulting in numerous casualties and bringing an end to the brief ceasefire declared in honor of Eid. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing
An unmanned aerial vehicle that had washed ashore was found on the Black Sea coast in Turkey’s Ordu Province. An inspection revealed that it did not contain explosives, although the
President Donald Trump’s administration is exploring the possibility of increasing U.S. military activity in the Middle East, including potential strikes on strategically important Iranian targets. According to Glavkom, citing CNBC,
On the night of March 27, Russian forces attacked Ukraine, launching over a hundred attack drones of various types. A significant portion of these enemy targets was successfully destroyed by
On the night of March 27, Kharkiv came under yet another attack by the Russian Federation. One of the strikes hit a nine-story residential building. The incident was reported by
For the first time in many decades, the Pentagon has decided not to release its review of troop deployments abroad. This creates uncertainty for allies and U.S. lawmakers, who typically
Over the past 24 hours, 158 combat engagements have been recorded. Ukrainian forces continue to defend themselves effectively, inflicting significant losses on the aggressor. Our defenders are resolutely countering the
A 44-year-old Ukrainian man, believed to be a prominent criminal figure, was detained in the Polish capital. The operation was carried out by the Polish police in cooperation with the
In the Black Sea, near Istanbul, an unidentified drone attacked the Turkish tanker Altura, which was carrying Russian oil. The strike caused an explosion. This information was reported by RBC-Ukraine,
Ukrainian customs officials thwarted an attempt to smuggle valuable antiques out of the country. During an inspection of a woman’s belongings, more than 200 coins from the 16th–18th centuries were
Ukraine has begun issuing the first electronic permits for interregional bus routes, a process being carried out by the Ministry of Community and Territorial Development of Ukraine in collaboration with
The National Bank of Ukraine has been forced to revise its economic forecasts due to rising external risks and problems in the energy sector. According to Volodymyr Lepushynskyi, deputy head
On the night of March 25, Russian forces launched an attack on Ukraine using 147 strike drones from six different directions. Most of these drones were successfully shot down by
An 89-year-old resident tragically died in a fire on his property in the town of Skvyra, in the Bila Tserkva district. According to the Kyiv Regional Police, the incident occurred
Members of the Lutsk City Council voted in favor of a resolution regarding Mayor Ihor Polischuk’s resignation. According to local media reports, the decision was adopted with 38 votes in
"The enemy is once again trying to undermine us by deliberately targeting the energy sector and people's daily lives. Russian criminals are waging a war against life itself," Kalashnik said.
As of the morning of March 25, power outages have been reported in several regions of Ukraine due to Russian attacks, according to a Facebook post by the National Energy
According to the governor, Russian air defense forces reportedly shot down 33 drones over the region. Meanwhile, rescue workers are trying to extinguish a fire at the port of Ust-Luga.
On Tuesday evening, a new incident occurred near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, which Iran attributes to the United States and Israel. This information was reported by Glavkom, citing Anadolu
Russia has failed to achieve any strategic objectives in the war against Ukraine, and now the Kremlin is attempting to derail the peace process by issuing unrealistic ultimatums. This was
Over the past 24 hours, 168 combat engagements have been recorded. Ukrainian troops are bravely resisting the occupiers’ advance, inflicting significant losses on them. The defenders continue to thwart the
Currency exchange offices: The dollar rose to 44.18 UAH, while the euro rose by 25 kopecks to 51.40 UAH. Banks: The average exchange rate for the dollar is 44.11 UAH,
In the Kharkiv region, a Russian attack drone struck a commuter train traveling between Slatine and Kharkiv. One passenger was killed and several people were injured in the attack. This
General Oleksandr Sirskyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, recently reported that Russia has committed tens of thousands of troops to grueling infantry assaults. In just four days, more
A pension recalculation is scheduled to take place in Ukraine starting April 1, 2026. These changes apply only to pensioners who continue to work. The adjustment will occur automatically, taking
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the aggressor attempted to attack positions near Staritsa, Vovchanskiy Khutir, Zybino, and Okhrimivka. The occupiers’ assault groups were repelled. In Vovchansk, the enemy continues to
Over the weekend, diesel prices rose significantly, particularly at chains such as OKKO, WOG, and SOCAR. The price of standard and premium diesel rose by 2–3 hryvnias, reaching 89.99 hryvnias
Ukrainian troops have successfully shot down an expensive and rare enemy drone. A unique Russian drone worth $400,000 was destroyed on one of the front lines. The unit reported this
As a result of attacks on energy infrastructure, new power outages have occurred in five regions of Ukraine. These incidents were caused by drone attacks and artillery shelling in frontline
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has announced the official exchange rates for Monday, March 23, 2026. The Ukrainian hryvnia strengthened against the U.S. dollar but weakened against the euro
A tragedy occurred at LaGuardia, one of New York’s airports—an Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck on the runway. The pilot and co-pilot of the plane were killed
On March 16, the Russian army launched an attack on central Kyiv using a "Lancet" drone, which had recently undergone significant upgrades. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing the Telegram
As a result of Russian shelling in the Donetsk region over the past 24 hours, one civilian was killed and six were wounded. This was reported by Vadym Filashkin, head
On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Ukrainians gathered to pay their last respects to a symbol of the country’s spiritual independence. The funeral ceremony for His Holiness Patriarch Filaret is coming
In the Kharkiv sector, Russian troops are regrouping and continuing their attempts to advance. This was reported by Joint Forces Spokesperson Viktor Tregubov during a telethon, according to RBC-Ukraine. Situation
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have struck 12 settlements in the Kharkiv region, resulting in two injuries. This information was published by Oleg Synyegubov, head of the Kharkiv
During the summit in Brussels, European Union leaders sharply criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. However, this criticism may unexpectedly boost his popularity ahead of the parliamentary elections. According to
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has stated that his country may join the effort to block the €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine. In an interview with Aktuality, he noted
Американські авіалінії розширюють маршрути до Європи, пропонуючи нові рейси до Лондона, Франкфурта та Мадрида на сучасних літаках A321XLR.