In first such ruling, Russian soldier reportedly jailed for 15 years for surrendering to Ukraine
The case marks the first known conviction in Russia for voluntary surrender during the full-scale war against Ukraine.
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Vance accuses Zelensky of 'absurd' criticism of siding with Russia
"I think it's sort of absurd for (President Volodymyr) Zelensky to tell the (American) government, which is currently keeping his entire government and war effort together, that we are somehow on the side of the Russians," U.S. Vice President JD Vance said.
Sumy Oblast governor confirms award ceremony plans ahead of Russian strike but denies responsibility
"It wasn't my initiative. I was invited," Sumy Oblast Governor Volodymyr Artiukh told Suspilne, without commenting on who was behind the planned event.
Witkoff says '5 territories' key to proposed Russia-Ukraine deal after meeting Putin
Some U.S. officials have raised alarms over the direction of the Trump administration's diplomacy. The Wall Street Journal reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg are urging President Donald Trump to resist territorial concessions to Moscow.
6 killed, 17 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over past day
Russian attacks across Ukrainian regions killed at least six civilians and injured at least 17, including a child, over the past day, regional authorities reported on April 15.
General Staff: Russia has lost 935,160 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,180 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
Iran's Foreign Minister to visit Russia ahead of next round of nuclear talks with US
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit Moscow for consultations with Russian officials ahead of the second round of nuclear program negotiations, a spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry said on April 14.
1 killed, 9 injured in drone strike on residential building in Kursk Oblast, Russian authorities claim
A drone strike on a residential building on April 14 in Russia's Kursk Oblast killed one person and injured another nine, Russian authorities claimed.
EU’s Kallas urges leaders to boycott Moscow’s May 9 celebrations, show support for Ukraine
"What was also discussed very clearly, and said by different member states, is that any participation in the 9th May parades or celebrations in Moscow will not be taken lightly on the European side," the European Union’s top diplomat said on April 14.
‘Panic, screams, dead everywhere’ — Sumy in shock after double-tap missile attack kills 35
Editor's note: This article contains graphic descriptions. SUMY — Valeriia Maksimova and her husband woke up to the first explosion in central Sumy at around 10 a.m. Their house was damaged by the blast wave. The 38-year-old rushed to the kitchen to start clearing the rubble when the second explosion
US lawmakers push new aid for Ukraine, tougher sanctions on Russia, Reuters reports
According to a copy of the bill seen by the news agency, the legislation lays out significant financial and diplomatic measures to counter Russia’s aggression.
'Everything we heard from Russians was a lie' — Chinese fighters captured by Ukraine speak out
The two Chinese nationals captured when fighting for Russia claimed they weren’t sent to the war by the Chinese government, and described their hardships in the Russian ranks. One of the captives, Wang Guangjun, said he was targeted by Russian "chemical weapons" right after he was taken captive by
All the president's men: Inside the closed world of Putin's key advisors
In Russian politics, all eyes are focused on one man: Russian President Vladimir Putin. But as ceasefire talks continue, the world's attention has also been drawn to those sent forward to do the Kremlin's bidding — whether at the negotiating table in Saudi Arabia or in the backrooms of Washington D.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine developing strategic-level air defense system; Russia intensifies assaults against Kharkiv Oblast
Key developments on April 14: * Ukraine developing strategic-level air defense system, foreign minister says * Russia tries to land troops, break through Ukrainian defenses near Vovchansk in Kharkiv Oblast, military says * Death toll in Russian April 13 missile strike on Sumy rises to 35 * EU secures two-thirds of 2 million rounds
Russia tries to land troops, break through Ukrainian defenses near Vovchansk in Kharkiv Oblast, military says
The Russian military used three armored vehicles and eight motorized vehicles in the recent assault.
UK transfers almost $1 billion to Ukraine under G7 loan covered by Russian assets
The U.K. transferred 752 million pounds ($990 million) to Ukraine under a G7 loan covered by Russian assets to buy air defense and artillery, the British government announced.
Death toll in Russian April 13 missile strike on Sumy rises to 35
The attack occurred on Palm Sunday and is one of the deadliest on Sumy.
Day after Russia kills civilians in Sumy, Kremlin claims deliveries of Taurus missiles will lead to escalation
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov's statement comes as Friedrich Merz, Germany's chancellor-in-waiting, suggested on April 13 that long-range Taurus missiles could be used to target strategic Russian military infrastructure.
'Extremely useful' — Kremlin praises Putin-Witkoff meeting
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recent talks with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were "extremely useful," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on April 14, according to the Russian state-owned news agency TASS.
Russia's Lavrov says NATO 'should have been dissolved'
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov argued that the end of the Eastern Bloc eliminated the threat NATO was originally created to counter, yet the alliance not only persisted but also allegedly claimed a dominant role in European security.
Russia may face housing shortage as new construction drops sharply
In the first quarter of 2025, developers launched just 8.1 million square meters (around 87.19 million square feet) of new housing projects — down 24% from the same period last year.
Ukraine detains instructor plotting killings of training base commanders on Russia's behalf, SBU says
The suspect, an instructor at the Yavoriv training ground near the Polish border, had reportedly been tasked with planning terrorist attacks against commanders of Ukraine's Armed Forces stationed at the training center.
Putin may provoke world war by seizing NATO territory if not stopped in Ukraine, Zelensky warns
President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin's long-term objective is to restore a Russian empire that would include parts of NATO member states.
Teenager escapes burning bus, rescues others after deadly Russian strike in Sumy
A 13-year-old boy escaped from a burning bus and helped others to safety following a Russian missile strike that killed at least 34 people in the northeastern city of Sumy on Palm Sunday on April 13, local news outlet Kordon Media reported.
Russian attacks kill 40, injure 141 across Ukraine in deadliest day in months
The worst toll came from a Russian ballistic missile strike on Sumy, where 34 people were killed, including two children, and at least 117 were injured, according to Ukraine's Emergency Service.
General Staff: Russia has lost 933,980 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 1,310 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.
Ukrainian orchestra musician, Olena Kohut killed in deadly Russian attack on Sumy
"On April 13, 2025, as a result of a missile strike by Russia, our theater family suffered a pain that words cannot describe. Inflicted wounds killed our colleague, artist of the orchestra theater — Olena Kohut," the Sumy National Theater said.
EU foreign ministers to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, new sanctions against Russia, media reports
European Union foreign ministers will meet in Luxembourg on April 14 to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, including a possible monitoring mission under the "coalition of the willing," a senior EU official told European Pravda on condition of anonymity.
Russian drone attack injures 5, causes fires in Odesa
The strike also damaged the roof, windows and operating room of a medical facility in Odesa, according to Mayor Hennadii Trukhanov.
'They are not afraid' — Zelensky calls for increased international pressure after Russian attack on Sumy
"This Friday marked exactly one month since Russia spurned the U.S. proposal for a full and unconditional ceasefire. They are not afraid...Only pressure – only decisive action – can change this."
Ukraine's intelligence reveals Russian brigades responsible for Sumy attack
Russia's 112th and 448th missile brigades attacked the city of Sumy with two Iskander-M ballistic missiles, Ukraine's military intelligence (HUR) reported.
Sumy governor organized military award ceremony on day of deadly Russian attack, official claims
The event, allegedly planned by Sumy Oblast Governor Volodymyr Artiukh, posed undue risk to civilians and military personnel, Konotop Mayor Artem Semenikhin claimed.
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