administrative division (oblast) in western Ukraine
Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Far from the trenches in Ukraine, recruiters armed with information packs offer patriotic volunteers an opportunity to join the war as Kyiv struggles to ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraine-launches-military-charm-offensive-conscription-flags-2024-04-23/
Bipartisan delegation of US lawmakers arrives in Kyiv: Republicans Tom Kean and Nathaniel Moran and Democrats Bill Keating and Madeleine Dean visited Kyiv only ...
kyivindependent.com/bipartisan-delegation-of-us-lawmakers-visits-kyiv/
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Lviv doctors save life of Ukrainian defender with shrapnel in his heart: Doctors in Lviv have removed a one-and-a-half-centimetre fragment of Russian munition ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/20/7452115/
NI toddler 'great' after brain surgery in Ukraine for epilespy: Rachel Gribben, 3, is getting ready to return to pre-school after spending three weeks in Lviv.
bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-68851378
Russia destroys Kyiv’s largest power plant: Ukrainian president chides allies and calls for more air defences to intercept missiles
ft.com/content/e6a88a12-94a1-4456-a564-d1890713676c
Polish farmers end Yahodyn checkpoint blockade that has gone on since early February
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452387/
🦿 12-year-old Ukrainian Yana Stepanenko runs Boston marathon on prosthesic legs – video www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/14/7451199/
‘A bumpy ride:’ CEO of MacPaw, developer of apps for Apple devices, on business during war
kyivindependent.com/macpaw-targets-growth-and-development-despite-ongoing-war/
Ukrainian Surgeons Perform Successful Brain Surgery on 4-year-old Northern Irish Child
kyivpost.com/post/31247
Russia Targets Ukraine Power System With Ballistic Missiles: Russia fired high-speed ballistic missiles at Ukraine’s capital and western region that borders ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/russia-targets-kyiv-western-ukraine-in-ballistic-missile-strike
Senate Democrats back Johnson's foreign aid bills: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on April 19 that Senate Democrats will support House Speaker ...
kyivindependent.com/senate-democrats-back-johnsons-foreign-aid-bills/
House passes billions in aid for Ukraine, Israel after months of struggle: The House pushed swiftly through a series of votes in a rare Saturday session to ...
omaha.com/news/nation-world/government-politics/politics-congress-war-russia-gaza/article_5b26e8c8-b754-5a53-84bf-b884573b6161.html
Ukrainian Tennis Player Elina Svitolina Says the Restrictions on Russian Olympians Don’t Go Far Enough
time.com/6965525/elina-svitolina-ukraine-interview-olympics/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Tennis Star Svitolina Criticizes Olympic Restrictions on Russia
- Elina Svitolina, a prominent tennis player, condemns Russia's aggression in Ukraine and advocates for humanitarian and defense efforts.
- Despite the war, Svitolina plans to play for Ukraine at the Billie Jean King Cup and criticizes the limited restrictions on Russian athletes at the Olympics.
- Svitolina supports Ukraine through tennis matches and charity events to provide mental distraction and financial aid.
- She refuses to negotiate with Putin and emphasizes the importance of Russian athletes not participating in the Olympics due to Russia's behavior towards Ukraine.
Border Guard: Polish farmers renew blockade at 2 border crossings with Ukraine: Protesting Polish farmers have temporarily renewed the blockade of trucks at the ...
kyivindependent.com/border-guard-polish-farmers-renew-blockade-at-2-border-crossings/
For second time in a week, Russian strike in Ukraine kills and wounds dozens of civilians
abcnews.go.com/International/time-week-russian-strike-kills-wounds-dozens-civilians/story
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
EU Parliament refuses decision on budget until members commit more Patriots to Ukraine
kyivindependent.com/european-parliament-patriot/
Injured in a Russian strike, a 13-year-old Ukrainian girl runs to raise money for other victims
abcnews.go.com/International/injured-russian-strike-13-year-ukrainian-girl-runs/story
‘A bumpy ride:’ CEO of MacPaw, developer of apps for Apple devices, on business during war
kyivindependent.com/macpaw-targets-growth-and-development-despite-ongoing-war/
Naftogaz: Russian attack targets two gas storage facilities: Russia's large-scale attack against Ukraine early on April 11 targeted two of Ukraine's ...
kyivindependent.com/naftogaz-russian-attack-targets-two-gas-storage-facilities/
More Ukrainian energy facilities targeted in latest Russian attacks ｜ DPA: Power infrastructure in the Ukrainian regions of Kharkiv, Lviv, Kiev and Zaporizhzhya ...
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Ukraine’s President warns the European Council of ongoing Russian radiation blackmail, citing safety concerns at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
kyivpost.com/post/31308
Ukraine's parliament aims to increase conscript numbers for war effort with new law
pbs.org/newshour/world/ukraines-parliament-aims-to-increase-conscript-numbers-for-war-effort-with-new-law
Laughter in the face of death: Ukraine's stand-up scene booming amid Russia's war - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/23/laughter-in-the-face-of-death-ukraines-stand-up-scene-booming-amid-russias-war/
Air Force: Ukraine downs 57 of 82 missiles, drones overnight: Ukrainian air defense destroyed 57 of the 82 missiles and drones launched by Russia overnight ...
kyivindependent.com/air-force-ukraine-downs-57-of-82/
Putin: Russian attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure 'response' for strikes on Russian energy facilities
kyivindependent.com/putin-claimed-massive-russian-strikes-on-ukraines-energy-infrastructure-are-response/
‘Turning a blind eye’: Zelenskyy slams allies as Russia intensifies attacks: Ukraine president says country needs air defence systems, not ‘lengthy’ talks ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/11/turning-a-blind-eye-zelenskyy-slams-allies-as-russia-intensifies-attacks
Quick Glance: Zelenskyy Criticizes Allies as Russia Escalates Attacks
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for military aid and air defense systems in response to Russia's intensified attacks.
- Russia launched attacks on five regions in Ukraine, resulting in casualties and infrastructure damage.
- Governor Oleh Kiper reported missile strikes in Odesa, and Governor Oleg Sinegubov reported attacks in Kharkiv.
- The US and Latvia pledge support for Ukraine, while Ukraine mobilizes its army to counter Russia's superior forces.
Russia Destroys Largest Power Plant in Ukraine’s Kyiv Region: A sweeping Russian missile attack on Ukraine destroyed the largest power generating plant in the ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-12-russia-destroys-largest-power-plant-in-ukraines-kyiv-region/
Debris of Russian attack drone damage infrastructure facility in Lviv Oblast: The debris of Shahed attack drones shot down in Lviv Oblast on the night of 8-9 ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/9/7450354/
The Counteroffensive: Sleep deprivation is Russia's silent torture weapon: Editor’s Note: This article was published by the twice-weekly newsletter “The ...
kyivindependent.com/the-counteroffensive-sleep-deprivation-is-russias-silent-torture-weapon/
Polish farmers block two more checkpoints on border with Ukraine: Polish farmers have resumed blocking the Korczowa-Krakivets and Medyka-Shehyni checkpoints on ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451778/
How Ukrainian social media influencer raised over $50 million for military thanks to ‘typing’
kyivindependent.com/ihor-lachenkov-interview/
Q&A: EURO 2024 qualification lifts Ukrainian spirits during Russia’s war: Euronews spoke with Ukrainian national team and Shakhtar Donetsk fullback Yukhym ...
euronews.com/2024/04/22/qa-euro-2024-qualification-lifts-ukrainian-spirits-during-russias-war
‘Zero Missiles Left’ - Zelensky Says Ukraine's Air Defence Resources Depleted
kyivpost.com/post/31182
Ukrainian forces destroy Grad multiple-rocket launcher Russians used to attack Ochakiv, Mykolaiv Oblast – video
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/9/7450482/
Russian massive missile attack wipes out Ukrainian capital Kyiv’s main power plant - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/11/russian-massive-missile-attack-wipes-out-ukrainian-capital-kyivs-main-power-plant/
Quick Glance: Russian strikes devastate largest power plant in Kyiv
- The largest power-generating plant in Ukraine's Kyiv region was destroyed in a Russian missile attack on Thursday, according to the energy company Centrenergo.
- As President Volodomyr Zelensky accused the West of neglecting Ukraine's need for air defenses, Russia targeted key energy infrastructure.
- Despite the devastation, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Centrenergo, Andriy Gota, expressed confidence in overcoming the challenges.
- Ukraine has previously managed significant power losses, including the seizure of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant by Russian forces post-invasion.
Many Critics, Few Enthusiasts As Ukraine Moves To Fill The Ranks For The Fight Against Russia's Invasion
rferl.org/a/ukraine-mobilization-law-criticism-manpower/32903913.html
Transparency International: Court leaves ex-Defense Ministry official suspected of embezzlement without pre-trial detention
kyivindependent.com/transparency-international-court-doesnt-detain-ex-defense-ministry-official-accused-of-embezzlement/
Polish protesters continue blocking lorries on border at four checkpoints: Polish protesters continue to block lorry traffic at four checkpoints on the ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452023/
The recipe behind Ukraine’s beloved food chain Puzata Khata: If there is one institution in Ukraine impervious to the sweeping decommunization efforts of the ...
kyivindependent.com/the-recipe-behind-ukraines-beloved-food-chain-puzata-khata/
Energy minister says Ukraine's energy system stable, urges citizens to prepare for 'any scenarios'
kyivindependent.com/minister-3/
The recipe behind Ukraine’s beloved food chain Puzata Khata: If there is one institution in Ukraine impervious to the sweeping decommunization efforts of the ...
kyivindependent.com/the-recipe-behind-ukraines-beloved-food-chain-puzata-khata/
Polish farmers did not allow any Ukrainian lorries to cross on three routes on 15 April
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7451439/
Ukraine war latest: Russia launches large-scale attack, destroys critical energy infrastructure
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-russia-launches-large-scale-attack-across-ukraine-hitting-energy-infrastructure/
Ground Forces commander calls on Ukrainians to join the army amid manpower shortage
kyivindependent.com/ground-forces-commander-calls-on-joining-ukrainian-armed-forces-stressing-manpower-lack/
'Unbroken': Flanders provides €1.5 million for mental health support in Lviv: Efforts to provide mental health services have ramped up as one in two Ukrainians ...
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1016371/unbroken-flanders-provides-e1-5-million-for-mental-health-support-in-lviv
Ukrainian, Polish law enforcement agencies conduct coordinated searches over suspected corruption scheme
kyivindependent.com/law-enforcement-services-conduct-joint-searches-in-ukraine-and-poland-due-to-potential-corruption-case/
In Lviv Oblast, a rehabilitation center aids Ukrainian soldiers who have sustained partial or complete vision loss due to combat injuries. At this facility ... Show more
Polish farmers continue to block 3 border crossings with Ukraine: Polish farmers continue to block the lorries’ traffic at the Rava-Ruska, Yahodyn ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/10/7450580/
Kuleba: Ukraine wants at least 7 Patriot air defense systems - Euromaidan Press: Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that Kyiv has identified over ...
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/11/kuleba-ukraine-wants-at-least-7-patriot-air-defense-systems/
Major Russian air strikes destroy Kyiv power plant, damage other stations: Russian missiles and drones destroyed a large electricity plant near Kyiv and hit ...
euractiv.com/section/global-europe/news/major-russian-air-strikes-destroy-kyiv-power-plant-damage-other-stations/
Russia expands its destabilizing campaigns around the world: Russian officials see "gray zone" warfare around the world as leverage for their conventional war ...
businessinsider.com/russia-expands-its-destabilizing-campaigns-around-the-world-2024-4
Russians attack gas infrastructure in Ukraine's west againwww.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/11/7450730/
17 Shahed Drones Used in Russian Attack on Ukraine, Fire Erupts at Energy Facility near Kryvyi Rih
kyivpost.com/post/30999
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 776: As the war enters its 776th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/10/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-776
Russia's military is allergic to the deep reforms it needs : Whatever the outcome of the Ukraine war, one thing seems certain: the Russian military is in need of ...
businessinsider.com/russias-military-is-allergic-to-the-deep-reforms-it-needs-2024-4
The full list: Bauhaus Prizes awarded to sustainable, inclusive and beautiful projects across Europe
brusselstimes.com/art-culture/1005418/the-full-list-bauhaus-prizes-awarded-to-sustainable-inclusive-and-beautiful-projects-across-europe
NATO jets scrambled after Russia launches huge aerial attack on Ukraine: NATO planes were scrambled to defend Poland's airspace as Russia used long-range ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/11/nato-jets-scrambled-russia-launches-huge-aerial-attack-ukraine-20626964/
Foreign Minister: Poland capable of covering western regions of Ukraine with Patriot system - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/15/foreign-minister-poland-capable-of-covering-western-regions-of-ukraine-with-patriot-system/
“A Stalemate and Attritional Grind”: Journalist Luke Mogelson on 2 Years of Russia’s War in Ukraine
democracynow.org/2024/4/12/ukraine_russia
Ukraine builds underground schools to escape Russian bombs: As Russia's attacks persist, Ukraine is digging deep to create safe spaces for kids: underground ...
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/11/how-ukrainian-children-shelter-from-russian-bombs-in-underground-schools-and-maternity-homes/
🟡 𝐒𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝚗𝗔𝗠𝗘 ⚫
🏆 UPL, 26th round
🆚 "Veres" (Rivne)
🏟 Arena Lviv, Lviv
📆 Saturday, April 27
⏰ 18:00
🎫 Tickets for the game:lviv.kontramarka.ua/uk/fk-ruh-lviv-fk-veres-rivne-92832.html
UCC nursing student braves war in Ukraine to operate on babies: Despite the 12-hour days, it was 'such a joy' to see babies reunited with their parents
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41381365.html
Premier League of Lviv Oblast. "Rukh-3" defeated "Pogon" in the derby
"Yellow and black" won thanks to the goal of Ilya Lebed - 1:0.fcruhlviv.com/posts/prem-yer-liga-lvivshchini-ruh-3-u-derbi-peremig-pogon
АФ "Рух" Львів : The tournament position of the teams of "Rukh" Academy for 3 rounds before the end of the group stage of the DUFL Championship 🔥
АФ "Рух" Львів : Another victorious day for Academy pupils in the DUFL Championship 💛🖤
"Movement" teams defeated their peers from "Karpat" in the derby ... Show more
Watch the postponed matches of the 13th round of the DUFL Championship live on RUH ACADEMY TV 📹
⏰ 12:00 ⚽️ U-16 ⚔ Traffic - Carpathians
🔴 www.youtube.com/live/BD3hGwnlPwQ ⏰ 14:15 ⚽️ ... Show more www.youtube.com/live/T3_JKt-Fk5Q
Pupils of the "Movement" Academy - in the Book of Records of Ukraine! 🇺🇦
"Yellow and Black" set a national record of Ukraine for the most massive headers ... Show more
See reviews of the winning matches of the 15th round of the DUFL Championship with the participation of Academy teams 💛🖤
⚽️ U-14 ... Show more www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch
Six "movers" played for the Ukrainian U-16 national team
In the first match at the UEFA Development Tournament, the Blue and Yellows lost to Northern Ireland ... Show more fcruhlviv.com/posts/shestero-ruhivciv-zigrali-za-zbirnu-ukrajini-u-16
🎙Yaroslav Karabin: "Mynai" fought a lot and qualitatively for this draw and they succeeded"
Post-match comment of the "Movement" striker.fcruhlviv.com/posts/yaroslav-karabin-minay-bagato-i-yakisno-borovsya-za-cyu-nichiyu-i-jim-ce-vdalos
A large number of unrealized moments and peace in Transcarpathia 🤝
See the review of the away match "Rukh" against "Mynai" 📹
Saarland has a partnership with Lemberg: Saarland has had a partnership with the Ukrainian region of Lemberg (Lviv) since November 2023 ...
saarbruecker-zeitung.de/saarland/landespolitik/saarland-hat-partnerschaft-mit-lemberg_aid-110909621
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АФ "Рух" Львів : Starting line-up of "Rukh-2" for the away game of the 25th round of the Second League of Ukraine against YUKSA ⚔
Live Stream - at 15:00 on the PFL ... Show more www.youtube.com/watch?v=https://www.youtube.com/watch
At the finish line of the Championship! 💪
Only 5 rounds left! 🔥
The tournament position of "Rukh" after the 25th round of the UPL 📊
🎙Nikita Bakhmat: "I am grateful to every player, because the children gave 100%"
The senior coach of "Rukh" U-10 commented on the triumph of his wards ... Show more fcruhlviv.com/posts/nikita-bahmat-vdyachniy-kozhnomu-gravcyu-adzhe-diti-viklalis-na-vsi-100
🎙Aleksii Sych: "The score on the scoreboard does not reflect what was on the field"
The defender of the "yellow and black" shared his thoughts about the draw ... Show more fcruhlviv.com/posts/oleksiy-sich-rahunok-na-tablo-ne-vidobrazhaye-te-shcho-bulo-na-poli
🎙Vitaly Ponomarev: "I thanked the football players, because they played open football today"
Comment of the head coach of "Rukh" after the draw with "Minay" ... Show more fcruhlviv.com/posts/vitaliy-ponomarov-podyakuvav-futbolistam-adzhe-voni-sogodni-grali-u-vidkritiy-futbol
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