Russian state media: Explosions reported in Russian-occupied Luhansk

7:19 PM

Germany sends more air defense systems, missiles to Ukraine.

Germany has provided Ukraine with a new package of military assistance, including IRIS-T air defense systems and missiles for Patriots, according to an updated list released by the German government on April 17.

7:02 PM

BREAKING: China provides weapons to Russia, Zelensky says.

"Today we have general information from the Security Service (of Ukraine), from intelligence about gunpowder, artillery," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

6:11 PM

Exclusive: Russian ‘shadow fleet’ captain identified by Ukrainian intelligence.

Ukrainian intelligence has identified the captain of the oil embargo-breaking tanker FACCA, a part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers.

5:30 PM

Ukrainian forces liberate 16 square kilometers near Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast, Syrskyi says.

The recently recaptured territory by Ukrainian troops includes areas near the settlements of Udachne, Kotlyne, and Shevchenko, according to Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi.

4:44 PM

Russia may attack Ukraine's energy grid ahead of Easter, Zelensky says.

"We know what Russia is preparing for. Now, ahead of Easter, and after it, new Russian attacks are possible," President Volodymyr Zelensky said. "We will continue to defend our country, our energy sector."

4:06 PM

Russian ruble becomes top-performing currency amid Trump trade war, peace hopes.

According to Bloomberg's calculations, the ruble has appreciated by 38% against the dollar in the over-the-counter market since the start of the year, outpacing gold's 23% rise.

3:54 PM

Germany bars Russian, Belarusian envoys from WWII anniversary session.

The decision reflects growing dissatisfaction in Berlin with the way Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to manipulate the legacy of the war to justify Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

3:37 PM

Well-known journalist, media producer hospitalized after stabbing in Kyiv.

"Yurii Makarov is currently hospitalized in a serious condition. But danger is no threat to his life," Suspilne said in a statement, adding that the police have launched a criminal investigation.

3:21 PM

Finland investigating attempt to smuggle sensitive nuclear documents to Russia.

"The preliminary investigation has focused on a significant number of archive documents that were attempted to be taken to Russia," the Finnish Customs Economic Crime Investigation Unit said in a statement.

2:53 PM

Czechia independent of Russian oil for first time in history.

Prague cast off its dependence on Russia's Druzhba oil pipeline for the first time in over 60 years, securing alternative supplies thanks to the expansion of the western Transalpine Pipeline (TAL).

9:31 AM  (Updated:  April 17, 2025 2:27 pm)

Top Ukrainian officials arrive in Paris for talks with European, US officials.

Presidential Office head Andriy Yermak, Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov arrived in Paris on April 17 to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine and meet visiting U.S. officials.

12:05 PM  (Updated:  April 17, 2025 1:40 pm)

Ukrainian drones attack Russian brigade linked to Sumy strike for second day in row, sources say.

Shuya's residents reported explosions in the early morning hours of April 17, with local authorities issuing a drone alert. Footage shared online shows explosions and a fire in the area.

1:14 PM

Russian shelling of Nikopol kills 2, injures 5.

The attack caused a fire to break out in the city. According to Governor Serhii Lysak, a shop, a cafe, several houses, outbuildings, cars, and a bus stop were damaged.

12:58 PM

Kremlin to reportedly use seized US food company to supply Russian military.

Glavproduct, a canned food producer originally founded by Los Angeles-based businessman Leonid Smirnov, is the only U.S. company to fall under Russian state control since the start of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine.

10:41 AM  (Updated:  April 17, 2025 12:45 pm)

Klitschko's deputy charged over illegal border crossings scheme.

Multiple Ukrainian outlets have reported that the official in question is Volodymyr Prokopiv.

12:13 PM

French court enforces $5 billion Crimea damages award against Russia in Naftogaz case.

The decision allows Naftogaz to begin legal recovery efforts in France, including seizing Russian state assets to satisfy the award.

11:25 AM

5 killed, 68 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day.

Russia launched 75 drones, including Shahed-type drones, two Iskander-M ballistic missiles, and three S-300/400 anti-aircraft guided missiles, according to Ukraine's Air Force.

6:52 AM  (Updated:  April 17, 2025 11:17 am)

Updated: Serbia's Vucic to attend Moscow's May 9 victory parade despite EU pushback.

European Union officials have warned on April 15 that Serbia could be blocked from joining the EU if its president travels to Moscow for Russian President Vladimir Putin's May 9 Victory Parade.

10:54 AM

Trump's DC attorney pick made over 150 appearances on Kremlin propaganda outlets.

U.S. President Donald Trump's candidate for U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, Ed Martin, frequently offered views on RT and Sputnik that aligned with Kremlin narratives, including echoing Moscow's grievances about NATO and the war against Ukraine.

4:03 PM  (Updated:  April 17, 2025 10:20 am)

Explaining Ukraine

What's inside a Ukrainian Easter basket? The answer isn't chocolate eggs

9:57 AM

Ukraine seeks US support in regaining control of Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, joint energy projects.

"We have a common interest with the United States to bring Zaporizhzhia NPP under Ukrainian control and start the operation of this nuclear power plant," Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko said.

9:08 AM

Putin praises Musk as visionary, likens him to Soviet-era space icon Korolov.

"You know, there is such a person, he lives in the States, (Elon) Musk, who, you could say, raves about Mars," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

8:52 AM

EU fails to agree on sanctions on Russian LNG, Reuters reports.

The EU has shelved the idea of banning Russian liquified natural gas (LNG) imports due to opposition from some members and uncertainty about alternative supplies, Reuters reported on April 16, citing undisclosed official sources.

8:24 AM

UK to support Germany sending Taurus missiles to Ukraine, Telegraph reports.

The United Kingdom would support a potential German decision to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine, the Telegraph reported on April 16, citing an undisclosed British foreign policy official.

8:17 AM

General Staff: Russia has lost 937,440 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022.

The number includes 1,230 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.