From kyivindependent.com
Drones reportedly strike Russian plant producing parts for missiles, radars
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"Unidentified" drones targeted the Kremniy-El plant, a major facility specializing in microelectronics for Russia’s military-industrial complex, said Andrii Kovalenko, an official at Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council.
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8h ago
From kyivindependent.com
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"While the Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, (Valery) Gerasimov, reports the 'liberation' of the Kursk region from Ukraine’s Security and Defense Forces, operators of the 73rd Naval Special Operations Center continue to carry out missions in the area successfully," the...
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9h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Schumer criticizes Trump’s handling of Russia-Ukraine war, warns of risk to US alliances
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s handling of the Russia-Ukraine war, warning that it risks damaging America’s European alliances.
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13h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Trump says he believes Zelensky is ready to give up Crimea to Russia
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When asked whether he thought Zelensky was willing to cede the peninsula, which Russia illegally annexed in 2014, Donald Trump responded: "I think so."
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10h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russia wants to 'deceive America,' 'drag out war,' Zelensky says
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"Since March 11, when America proposed a complete and unconditional ceasefire at talks in Saudi Arabia, the Russians have used almost 8,500 aerial bombs, almost 200 missiles of various types, and almost 3,000 Shaheds," Zelensky said on April 27.
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17h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russia will not hand over control of Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant to US, Lavrov says
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dismissed the idea of any changes to the management of the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in an interview with CBS News on April 26.
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19h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Sanctioned Russians hold 'golden' Maltese passports, FT reports
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Russian businessman Albert Avdolyan is one of at least seven individuals who bought Maltese passports before later being sanctioned by the United States, the EU, or Ukraine for links to Russia’s invasion.
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7h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Czech initiative delivers another 400,000 shells to Ukraine, Prague says
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Czech Defense Minister Jana Cernochova reiterated that the initiative already supplied 1.5 million rounds of various calibers in 2024 and has enough funds to continue until this fall.
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9h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine recorded the world's highest military burden in 2024, think tank reports
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Ukraine’s military spending grew by 2.9% in 2024 to reach $64.7 billion, roughly 43% of Russia’s total expenditure, according to a report released on April 28 by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
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10h ago
From kyivindependent.com
North Korea confirms for first time it has deployed troops to fight alongside Russia in Kursk Oblast
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In a statement reported by the state-run KCNA news agency, the ruling Workers’ Party described the deployment as demonstrating the "highest strategic level of the firm militant friendship" between North Korea and Russia.
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14h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Prior US aid to Ukraine not included in minerals deal, PM Shmyhal says
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"It has been agreed that the document does not count the assistance provided before its signing," Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said on April 27, following talks on the minerals deal in Washington.
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18h ago
From kyivindependent.com
6 killed, 13 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day
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Russian attacks across Ukrainian regions over the past day killed at least six civilians and injured at least 13, regional authorities reported on April 28.
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5h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Trump’s demands for Ukrainian territorial concessions go too far, Germany’s defense minister says
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Germany will continue to support Ukraine with military aid even if the U.S. cuts back its assistance, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said.
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6h ago
From kyivindependent.com
US, South Korea denounce North Korea's admission of Russia-Ukraine war involvement
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The statements come as both Moscow and Pyongyang admitted for the first time that North Korean soldiers were dispatched to fight alongside Russia in Kursk Oblast, with Russian President Vladimir Putin lauding them as "heroes."
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6h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Ukraine's ex-President Yanukovych sentenced to additional 15 years in prison in absentia
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Ukraine's former pro-Kremlin President Viktor Yanukovych has been sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison for inciting desertion and organizing illegal border crossings, the Prosecutor General's Office announced on April 28.
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7h ago
From kyivindependent.com
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Key developments on April 26-27: * Ukraine, Europe's ceasefire proposal includes US security guarantees, no recognition of Crimea, Reuters reports. * Next week could be critical in deciding future US involvement in Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations, Rubio says. * 'He's just tapping me along'...
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19h ago
From ukrinform.net
Special Operations Forces destroy group of Russian troops, capture prisoners in Kursk region
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In the Kursk region, fighters from Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SOF) destroyed a group of Russian naval infantry and captured two prisoners. — Ukrinform.
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21h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Russian airstrikes on Kostiantynivka kill 3 civilians, injure 4
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Russian forces dropped FAB-250 bombs on a residential area, damaging 21 homes.
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on Sun, 2PM
From defensemirror.com
North Korea Declares Completion Of Military Operation In Russia’s Kursk Region
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Kim Jong-un ordered deployment of North Korean troops to assist Russian forces against Ukraine
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3h ago
From t.me
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We are keeping our positions strong so that we have every opportunity for proper diplomacy. The Russians talk a lot about their alleged readiness to accept American proposals, but so far, there have been no signs of the Russian army preparing for real silence. On the contrary, since Easter, the...
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6h ago
From ukrinform.net
Kyiv to host charity race to support HUR units
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The Spartan Race will be held in Kyiv on May 17-18 in support of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s Defense Ministry (HUR). — Ukrinform.
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7h ago
From ukrinform.net
North Korea confirms participation of its troops in Russian war against Ukraine
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The Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea confirmed the participation of the DPRK army units in combat operations against the Ukrainian Defense Forces in the Kursk region of Russia. — Ukrinform.
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9h ago
From ukrinform.net
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The Russian army will continue recruiting foreign mercenaries in order to avoid declaring a second wave of mobilization in the country to replenish its heavy losses in the war against Ukraine. — Ukrinform.
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12h ago
From ukrinform.net
Shmyhal summarizes Ukrainian delegation's visit to United States
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Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal summarizes the outcomes of the Ukrainian delegation's recent visit to the United States for the Spring Meetings of the World Bank and the IMF. — Ukrinform.
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16h ago
From ukrinform.net
Zelensky offers condolences over tragedy at Filipino festival in Vancouver
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed condolences following the tragedy at a Filipino festival in Vancouver, Canada, where a vehicle drove into a crowd, killing and injuring innocent people. — Ukrinform.
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19h ago
From ukrinform.net
Zelensky: We keep our positions strong to ensure every opportunity for proper diplomacy
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No evidence of the Russian army preparing for a ceasefire has been recorded. Following the Easter holidays, the invaders resumed their usual assault operations at the front. — Ukrinform.
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19h ago
From ukrinform.net
Russian assault groups attempting to penetrate Sumy region, expand combat zone – Demchenko
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The situation in the Sumy sector remains difficult, with continued use of tactics by Russian forces involving attempts by small assault groups to infiltrate Ukrainian territory. — Ukrinform.
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20h ago
From ukrinform.net
Enemy strikes Kherson with guided bombs, damaging homes, medical, educational facilities
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In Kherson, Russian guided bomb strikes have damaged private homes and apartment buildings, as well as medical and educational institutions. — Ukrinform.
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21h ago
From ukrinform.net
Woman injured in Russian shelling of Nikopol district
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A woman was injured, and homes, infrastructure, and utility networks were damaged in the Nikopol district, Dnipropetrovsk region, during Russian shelling on April 27. — Ukrinform.
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21h ago
From ukrinform.net
Rubio says new sanctions against Russia would lead to another two years of war
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The United States is seeking to resolve the war between Russia and Ukraine through diplomatic means before resorting to sanctions. — Ukrinform.
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21h ago
From ukrinform.net
Russian airstrike hits Dniprovskyi district of Kherson, injuring elderly woman
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Russian forces launched an airstrike on the Dniprovskyi district of Kherson, causing significant damage and injuring an elderly woman. — Ukrinform.
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22h ago
From kyivindependent.com
Trump has chance to become 'greatest president in US history,’ Ukrainian lawmaker says
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Donald Trump has the chance to become the "greatest president in U.S. history" if he follows the "iconic" examples of previous incumbents such as John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan, a Ukrainian lawmaker has told the Kyiv Independent. "He wants to be great, and he wants to be remembered
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on Sun, 11AM
From kyivindependent.com
Russian assault groups continue attempts to enter Sumy Oblast, Ukraine's border guard says
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The situation in the Sumy Oblast remains "challenging," State Border Guard spokesperson Andrii Demchenko said.
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on Sun, 11AM
From kyivindependent.com
Russia training to integrate motorcycles into summer offensive in Ukraine, ISW says
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Training footage indicates that Russia may be developing "a tactical doctrine for systematic offensive motorcycle usage," the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said on April 26.
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on Sun, 3AM
From t.me
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❗️We urgently need your help❗️ Fundraising for the Live: Ukraine team’s salaries is still ongoing. In the past 24 hours, you’ve donated $146 — thank you! To keep our work stable and independent, we still need to raise $919 this April. We know times are tough for everyone. But right now,...
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5h ago
From t.me
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This boy's Dad died defending Ukraine. The next day, a cat who lives with their unit, gave birth to kittens. Dad's brothers-in-arms named one of the kittens by the Dad's callsign and brought it to the boy. Eternal memory and eternal glory to Ukrainian Hero. Deepest condolences to the family.
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5h ago
From ukrinform.net
Yanukovych sentenced to 15 years in prison for illegal border crossing
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The Podilskyi District Court of Kyiv has sentenced former President of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovych to 15 years of imprisonment for illegal crossing of the state border and incitement to desertion. — Ukrinform.
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5h ago
From ukrinform.net
Germany to continue supporting Ukraine regardless of U.S. aid – Pistorius
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Germany will continue to support Ukraine under the new government, regardless of the future aid from the United States, as this aligns with the national interests of Germany itself. — Ukrinform.
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5h ago
From ukrinform.net
U.S. Department of State urges North Korea to cease support for Russia’s war against Ukraine
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The U.S. Department of State has expressed concern over North Korea’s direct involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine, emphasizing that Pyongyang’s military deployment must end. — Ukrinform.
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5h ago
From ukrinform.net
Russians attempt to break through Ukrainian defenses in Novopavlivka sector – military
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Russian forces attempted to break through the Ukrainian defenses near Kostiantynopil, Bahatyr, and Odradne in the Novopavlivka sector. — Ukrinform.
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6h ago
From t.me
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💥 A massive drone attack targeted Russia’s Bryansk region, with reports of one person killed. Local channels claim that the strike hit the “Kremniy EL” microelectronics plant in Bryansk — a facility producing chips for Pantsir air defense systems, Iskander missiles, radar systems, electronic...
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6h ago