SBU: YouTube blocks almost 500 pro-Russian channels.

11:03 AM  (Updated:  April 11, 2025 3:31 pm)

Updated: 6 countries ready to send troops for Ukraine 'reassurance force' so far, AFP reports.

The U.K., France, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and another unnamed country stand ready to send their soldiers, while other leaders want to see a more detailed plan before making commitments, AFP reported.

3:20 PM

Allies pledge 'record' $23.8 billion to Ukraine at Ramstein summit as UK warns 2025 will be 'critical.'

The meeting of the Ramstein-format coalition in Brussels comes amid growing uncertainty over U.S. support for Ukraine and efforts by European allies to close the gap as Kyiv resists Russia's ongoing invasion.

2:19 PM

Ukraine, Somalia establish diplomatic relations at Antalya forum.

"We appreciate Somalia's support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity," Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.

2:15 PM

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5 key steps for Europe to bolster defense against Russia

2:04 PM

Russia has fired 70 missiles, 2,200 drones at Ukraine since March 11 ceasefire proposal, Kyiv says.

"From March 11 to April 11, Russia shot at Ukraine almost 70 missiles of various types, over 2,200 Shahed drones, and more than 6,000 guided aerial bombs," Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said.

1:59 PM

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'With honor and weapon in hand' — artist Marharyta Polovinko killed on front line defending Ukraine

1:50 PM

Witkoff, Putin's envoy Dmitriev meet in St. Petersburg.

U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, is also expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin later in the day.

1:31 PM

Netherlands, Lithuania pledge ammunition, air defenses for Ukraine.

The Netherlands is allocating 150 million euros ($170 million) to boost Ukraine's air defenses, while Lithuania intends to allocate 20 million euros ($23 million) for ammunition purchases, the two countries' defense ministers said on April 11.

1:01 PM

Russia asks US to lift sanctions on its largest airline.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov linked the potential resumption of direct air service between the U.S. and Russia to Washington's decision on Aeroflot.

12:50 PM

Russia might try to secure deal with US on May 9, Estonian defense minister says.

"Take the Feb. 24 (when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine). Feb. 23 is the day of Russian Army. For the Kremlin, always, dates are very important," Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur told journalists in Brussels.

12:17 PM

Kyiv Independent editor-in-chief shortlisted for 2025 Gongadze Prize.

The prize recognizes journalists who demonstrate innovation, impact, and a firm commitment to the principles of independent journalism.

10:40 AM  (Updated:  April 11, 2025 12:09 pm)

Updated: 3 killed, 38 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day.

Russia launched 39 drones, including Shahed-type attack drones, and a ballistic missile against Ukraine overnight, the Air Force said.

11:53 AM

Germany pledges IRIS-T air defenses, tanks, shells in new aid package for Ukraine.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the country plans to acquire more IRIS-T systems in the coming years and confirmed the upcoming delivery of 1,100 additional ground surveillance radars.

11:46 AM

'Today we will pledge billions' for Ukraine — allies begin Ramstein-format meeting in Brussels.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky would join the meeting, co-chaired by Germany and the U.K., through a video conference, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius told journalists.

9:27 AM  (Updated:  April 11, 2025 11:20 am)

Trump's envoy Witkoff to meet Putin on April 11, Axios reports.

Steve Witkoff, U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, traveled to Russia to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on April 11, Axios reported, citing its source and FlightRadar data.

11:15 AM

Trump may impose new Russia sanctions if ceasefire not reached by end of April, Axios reports.

The warning follows Ukraine's agreement to a full 30-day ceasefire on March 11 during U.S.-mediated talks in Saudi Arabia.

10:00 AM

Ukrainian troops reportedly face issues with some German weapons.

While some German systems have earned praise in Ukraine, others have proven ill-suited for the rigors of high-intensity war, Spiegel reports.

9:17 AM

UK reportedly considers 5-year troop deployment to Ukraine to help rebuild army.

Military planners in London and Paris believe such a deployment could discourage Russian President Vladimir Putin from launching future offensives.

9:02 AM

'Nothing else can be discussed' about Russia, Ukraine until 'the killing stops,' US State Department says.

"It is a dynamic that will not be solved militarily. It is a meat grinder," U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said. "There is nothing else (that) can be discussed for the outcome until the shooting and the killing stops."

8:56 PM  (Updated:  April 11, 2025 8:26 am)

Russian missile attack kills 1, injures 9 in Dnipro.

The strike destroyed part of a storage facility belonging to Biosphere Corporation, a Ukrainian manufacturer of household goods. Company founder Andrii Zdesenko said the attack caused serious damage.

8:23 AM

General Staff: Russia has lost 930,210 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022.

The number includes 1,210 casualties Russian forces suffered just over the past day.

7:18 AM

Kyiv native sentenced to 16 years by Moscow court, for explosive package plot targeting Russian military officials.

A Russian military court has sentenced Vadim Chaly, a 30-year-old Kyiv native to 16 years in prison for attempting to send explosive packages to senior Russian military officials, according to Russian state media.

5:58 AM

UK and Norway to provide $585 million in joint military support to Ukraine, Bloomberg reports.

The U.K. and Norway are set to provide a 450 million pound ($585 million) military aid package to Ukraine, Bloomberg reported on April 10.

4:16 AM

Zelensky announces sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet.

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a new sanctions package targeting Russia’s “shadow fleet” during his nightly address on April 10.

3:15 AM

EU to support Ukraine's defense industry with over $2 billion from Russian assets.

About $1.1 billion will directly support Ukraine's defense industry following the "Danish model," the EU's ambassador to Ukraine announced.