Delayed cluster munitions explode in Kyiv after Russian drone attack, woman injured, Klitschko says
Kyiv City Military Administration head Tymur Tkachenko said the detonations likely stemmed from cluster munitions scattered by Russian drones.
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Ukrainian activist, volunteer Sternenko injured in attack, suspect detained, he says
Serhii Sternenko said his life is not in danger and that the attacker has been detained.
The full text of the US, Ukraine minerals agreement
U.S. officials framed the agreement as a sign of lasting support for Ukraine, and it comes amid an apparent resetting of relations between Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky.
Trump administration notifies Congress of proposal to sell Ukraine $50m or more of ‘defense articles’
This marks the first such move under the current U.S. government.
Republican Graham claims 72 senators back 'bone-crushing' sanctions on Russia
The bill would impose new penalties on Russia and slap 500% tariffs on imports from countries that buy Russian oil, petroleum products, natural gas, or uranium.
Ukraine destroys 83,000 Russian targets using drones in April, Syrskyi says, up 8% on March
"In April, units of unmanned systems of the Ukrainian Defense Forces achieved decent results in destroying the enemy," Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi wrote.
Trump reportedly shifts tone on Putin after UK, France apply diplomatic pressure
Donald Trump was told Putin was "disrespecting him by consistently breaking the ceasefire he claimed to be implementing," one source told Politico.
General Staff: Russia has lost 953,190 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,230 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.
‘I didn’t want to look foolish’ — Trump says US ‘gets much more’ from Ukraine minerals deal than it gave in aid
"I wanted to be protected... I didn’t want to be out there and look foolish," U.S. President Donald Trump said, referring to a minerals deal signed between Ukraine and the U.S. on April 30.
'Russia must come to the table in good faith,' Canadian PM says
"This war must end — and Canada will continue our efforts among allies to bring about freedom, peace, and security for Ukraine," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
Russian drone attack kills 2, injures 5 in Odesa despite ceasefire efforts
Two have been killed, and five injured in a Russian drone attack on Odesa overnight on May 1. Fires have been reported throughout the city.
US won't abandon peace talks, Ukraine agrees to de facto territorial concessions, Kellogg says
"The Ukrainians have already said they're willing to give up the land... not de jure, forever, but de facto because the Russians actually occupy it... That's what they're willing to go to, they told me that last week," U.S. Special Envoy Keith Kellogg said.
Ukraine, US sign minerals deal
Ukraine and the United States on April 30 signed a long-awaited minerals agreement that establishes a joint investment fund for reconstruction in Ukraine.
Zelensky congratulates new Canadian PM
President Zelensky and Mark Carney also discussed "the necessity of continuing strong sanctions" against Russia as well as Kyiv's air defense needs.
Who are Russia's allies, and can Kremlin's war machine survive without them?
More than three years since the start of Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia's defense industry has adapted to a new normal. Despite a web of international sanctions designed to cripple military production, factories across the country have been able to keep building bullets and shells, drones and military vehicles.
Ukraine war latest: Kremlin says Russia ready for mass mobilization 'at any moment'
* Kremlin says Russia ready for mass mobilization like in WWII 'at any moment' * '5 explosions' — Ukrainian drones strike Russian military plant in Murom, source claims * EU will not recognize Crimea as part of Russia, Kallas says * 600 North Korean troops killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine, South Korea says * Zelensky
EU will not recognize Crimea as part of Russia, Kallas says
EU’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas said the EU is also drawing up a “plan B” to maintain economic sanctions on Russia in case the Trump administration pulls out of Ukraine peace negotiations and moves to restore ties with Moscow.
Putin admits Ukrainian soldiers remain in Kursk Oblast after boasting about region's recapture
Despite declaring victory, Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged on April 30 that Ukrainian soldiers remain in the region, Russian state-controlled media reported.
Trump claims 5,000 Russian, Ukrainian soldiers killed each week. Here’s what the numbers say
After the deadliest attack on Kyiv since last summer killed 13 civilians, U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to lose patience with Russia, posting on social media, “Vladimir, Stop! 5,000 soldiers a week are dying. Let’s get the peace deal done!” Trump repeated a number he’s cited
Ukraine Business Roundup — How Russia steals Ukrainian coal
The following is the April 29, 2025 edition of our Ukraine Business Roundup weekly newsletter. To get the biggest news in business and tech from Ukraine directly in your inbox, subscribe here. The following is an excerpt from our latest investigation by investigative reporter Alisa Yurchenko. On March 29, the
Minerals deal faces last-minute delay amid dispute, Financial Times reports
Reuters reported on April 30 that Washington expects Ukraine to sign two additional documents along with the minerals deal, while Kyiv maintains those texts are not yet finalized.
Ukraine ready to sign minerals deal with US on April 30, source in President's Office confirms
According to the source, the final version of the deal includes a 50-50 investment structure between the two countries and contains "a lot of good details."
3 killed, 70 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day
"Russian drones continue flying in the skies over Ukraine all morning. And so it goes every day," President Volodymyr Zelensky posted on X, calling for stronger sanctions against Russia.
'5 explosions' — Ukrainian drones strike Russian military plant in Murom, source claims
The facility, known locally as the city's "powder factory," produces ignition components for ammunition used by Russia's Armed Forces, Interior Ministry, and Federal Security Service (FSB), according to Russia's National Defense magazine.
Yermak warns against easing Russian aviation sanctions, says line between civilian and military use is 'blurred'
The article follows Russia's formal request that the U.S. lift sanctions on its state airline Aeroflot.
Zelensky warns Russia is 'preparing something' in Belarus under guise of military drills
"Look at Belarus — this summer, Russia is preparing something there under the guise of military exercises. This is how its new attacks usually start," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
General Staff: Russia has lost 951,960 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,100 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.
Nearly 105,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine identified by media investigation
Since the list was last updated in the middle of April, 2,880 additional Russian military personnel have been confirmed killed.
'I don't trust a lot of people' — Trump offers contradictory views on Putin's intentions in interview on first 100 days
"He could be tapping me along a little bit, I would say that he would like to stop the war," Trump said during the ABC News interview on April 29.
8 Ukrainian officials, entrepreneurs charged with embezzling $2.1 million in firewood purchases for Armed Forces
Among the suspects are the head of the housing and utilities departments in Luhansk and Kharkiv, a procurement official, and three entrepreneurs, the National Police said.
'Three-day ceasefire is absurd' — Kellogg slams Russia’s short truce proposal
The comments come amid Trump’s increasing frustration with what he sees as Moscow’s refusal to end its war against Ukraine, as Russian attacks against Ukrainian civilians persist.
US says 2 Ukrainian nationals detained for alleged illegal voting in 2024 presidential election
"Under Donald Trump’s presidency, if you come to our country and break our laws, you will be held accountable," U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem wrote.
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