Russia attacks 11 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces attacked eleven border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on May 13, firing 36 times and causing at least 166 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
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Czech president confirms attendance at global peace summit
President Volodymyr Zelensky and Czech President Petr Pavel discussed the ongoing defense cooperation between their countries, and Pavel confirmed his participation at the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.
Zelensky congratulates newly elected North Macedonian president
President Volodymyr Zelensky extended congratulations, in a post on X, to Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova for her win in North Macedonia's presidential election.
Kyiv authorities advise citizens against visiting churches during Easter celebrations, citing potential safety concerns
On May 5, Orthodox Easter in Ukraine, security measures will be intensified in Kyiv. Local authorities are urging residents to follow the service online rather than attending church due to security concerns.
Yermak: Ukraine strongly encouraging Chinese participation in upcoming global peace summit
While Russia has not been invited to the summit, Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak said that China’s attendance would be very important, and that Ukraine is making every effort to engage Chinese delegates in participating in the event.
Russia attacks 9 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces attacked nine border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on May 2, firing 40 times and causing at least 215 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
FT: Turkey in talks with ExxonMobil to secure LNG deal, aims to reduce reliance on Russian natural gas
Turkey is in talks with ExxonMobil to secure a long-term liquified natural gas (LNG) deal worth billions of dollars, aiming to diversify its energy sources, says Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar. The potential agreement could provide up to 2.5 million tons of LNG annually for 10 years.
Opposition rally held in Tbilisi denouncing 'foreign agents' law
On April 28 in Tbilisi, Georgia, an opposition rally opposing the foreign agents law occurred, starting from Republic Square and culminating at the Parliament. Participants chanted slogans denouncing the legislation and projecting messages onto the Parliament building, including “No to the Russian law.”
Russia attacks 10 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces attacked ten border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on April 28, firing 35 times and causing at least 127 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
Shmyhal: Ukraine has received $12 billion in international aid this year to help cover budget deficit
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced during a government meeting that Ukraine has received approximately $12 billion in external financing since the beginning of the year to help address the budget deficit.
Norway to allocate $13.7 million for Ukrainian Leopard tank maintenance in Poland
The Norwegian Ministry of Defense revealed plans to provide up to $13.7 million for maintaining Leopard 2A4 tanks at a Polish maintenance center.
Japan reaffirms commitments to support Ukrainian energy sector
During a visit to Japan, a Ukrainian delegation led by Energy Minister German Galushchenko held discussions with Japanese officials regarding assistance in rebuilding Ukraine's energy sector.
Ukrainian-born Republican Spartz proposes reducing military aid for Ukraine
Republican Representative Victoria Spartz, the only U.S. lawmaker born in Ukraine, has submitted amendments reducing the proposed Ukrainian aid package set to be voted on this Saturday in the U.S. House.
Russia attacks 5 communities in Sumy Oblast, injuring 1
Russian forces attacked five border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on April 18, firing 14 times and causing at least 82 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
CIA Director: Ukraine could lose by the end of 2024 without aid
CIA Director William Burns delivered a warning message to lawmakers in DC, emphasizing the urgency of approving aid to Ukraine to prevent potential loss in the war against Russia.
Zelensky addresses European Council summit participants, emphasizes Ukraine's need for more air defense systems
President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed European Council summit participants on April 17, calling for urgent assistance with air defense systems in order to counter daily Russian attacks.
Ukrainian writer Dmytro Kapranov dies at 56
Ukrainian writer and public figure Dmytro Kapranov died on April 16, according to the Kapranov brothers’ official Facebook page. He was 56 years old.
NATO Deputy Secretary General: Ukraine joining NATO is a matter of "when" not "if"
According to NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoana, Ukraine will definitely join NATO in the future, so long as political conditions are met.
Ukraine to receive 5 million euro grant from Eastern Europe Energy Efficiency and Environment Partnership, to aid in hospital reconstruction efforts
Ukraine is set to receive a grant in support of hospital reconstructions, worth 5 million euros ($5.3 million), from the Eastern Europe Energy Efficiency and Environment Partnership (E5P).
SBU thwarts assassination attempt on Kherson Regional Military Administration head
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) foiled an assassination attempt on Oleksandr Prokudin, the head of the Kherson Regional Military Administration.
Ukrainian Railways initiates construction of major European routes
In an effort to facilitate integration with the European Union, Ukrainian Railways (Ukrzaliznytsia) has initiated the construction of a European-gauge railway, stretching from the Ukrainian border town of Chop in Zakarpattia Oblast to its administrative center, Uzhhorod.
Zelensky meets with Hungarian president at Three Seas Summit in Lithuania
During the Three Seas Summit in Vilnius on April 11, President Volodymyr Zelensky met with the newly appointed Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok, and extended an invitation for Hungary to join the Global Peace Summit scheduled for June in Switzerland.
Bloomberg: EU set to approve Ukrainian reform plan in May, unlocking billions in aid
The EU is set to approve Ukraine's reform plan in May, unlocking an additional 1.9 billion euros ($2.04 billion) in financial aid during late spring.
Air Force: Ukraine downs all 13 Shahed drones launched overnight
Russian forces launched two S-300/S-400 anti-aircraft guided missiles, three Iskander-M ballistic missiles, and 13 Shahed drones at Ukraine overnight, the Air Force reported on the morning of April 5.
WHO has recorded 1,682 attacks against health care in Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, the World Health Organization has documented 1,682 attacks on healthcare facilities in Ukraine, resulting in 128 deaths and 288 injuries among medical personnel and patients.
Verkhovna Rada adopts resolution on developing state strategy to commemorate Russia's war in Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Humanitarian and Information Policy has adopted a resolution recommending the development of a state strategy to commemorate Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Russia shells 6 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces attacked six border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on April 4, firing 15 times and causing at least 83 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
Zara, other fashion brands to re-open in Ukraine starting April 3
Inditex, the Spanish parent company of popular clothing brands including Zara, Bershka, and Pull&Bear, will gradually resume operations in Ukraine.
Mayor: Kharkiv reconstructions requires over $10 billion
More than $10 billion is needed to rebuild everything that Russian forces have damaged in Kharkiv, city mayor Ihor Terekhov said in an interview with Liga.net media outlet published on April 1.
USAID provides emergency equipment, over 100 generators to Ukraine
The U.S. has donated emergency equipment, vehicles, and over 100 generators to multiple regions of Ukraine, through USAID.
Russia attacks 8 communities in Sumy Oblast
Russian forces attacked eight border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on April 1, firing 22 times and causing at least 113 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
Minister: Nearly 1,800 cultural institutions have suffered damage in liberated territories of Ukraine
A total of 1,795 cultural institutions have suffered damage at the hands of Russian forces in parts of the country that had been liberated by Ukrainian forces, the country's acting Culture Minister Rostyslav Karandieiev announced on March 29.
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