US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...
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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package
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Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts
- The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.
- The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.
- In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.
Ukrainian pilots preparing for flights on F-16s in France: Ukrainian pilots are undergoing basic flight training on F-16 fighter jets in France’s southwest.
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Air defence, artillery, long-range weapons: Zelenskyy lists Ukraine's needs at Ramstein meeting
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Shmyhal: Ukraine has received $12 billion in international aid this year to help cover budget deficit
kyivindependent.com/shmyhal-ukraine-has-received-12-billion-in-international-aid-this-year-to-help-cover-budget-deficit/
Ukraine Detains First Minister in Zelenskiy’s Graft Crackdown: Ukraine’s agriculture minister became the first cabinet member under Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s ...
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Poland and Lithuania to help Ukraine repatriate men of fighting age: Kyiv needs hundreds of thousands of more soldiers to fight Russia
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Quick Glance: Poland and Lithuania Support Ukraine in Repatriating Men Fit for Battle
- Kyiv requires hundreds of thousands more soldiers to combat Russia
- Poland and Lithuania pledge to aid Ukraine in repatriating its men of fighting age
- An estimated 200,000 Ukrainian men in Poland have fled the conflict
- Ukraine suspended consular services for military-aged men abroad to facilitate their return
Russian air defenses shot down 68 Ukrainian drones, says Defense Ministry : Russia intercepted 68 Ukrainian drones overnight from Friday to Saturday in its ...
wionews.com/world/russian-air-defenses-shot-down-68-ukrainian-drones-says-defense-ministry-715601
Zelensky reminds world of Russian nuclear threat on Chornobyl anniversary: The Zaporizhzhia plant – the largest nuclear plant in Europe – has been under Russian ...
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-reminds-world-of-russian-nuclear-threat-on-chornobyl-anniversary/
Arms aid: USA supplies Ukraine with long-range Atacms missiles: There has been a long public dispute about this, but now the US has quietly equipped Ukraine with ...
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Zelenskyy thanks Congressional leaders for aid, highlights benefits of ATACMS: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held telephone conversations on 25 April ...
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Zelensky: Ukraine hopes to continue cooperation with US regardless of election results
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-ukraine-hopes-to-continue-cooperation-with-us-even-regardless-of-election-results/
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met British finance minister Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv and called for sanctions against Russia to be tightened to stop Moscow ... Show more
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets Britain's Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv | Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets Britain's Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv | Reuters
Ukrainian civil rights defender receives human rights award for documenting war crimes against children
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Zelenskyy reveals topics to be discussed at Ramstein meeting on 26 April: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, has revealed what topics will be discussed ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7453006/
Danish Carlsberg Group to invest about US$50.5 million in Ukrainian business: The Danish Carlsberg Group will invest about UAH 2 billion (approx. US$50 ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/24/7452793/
Ukrainian rape survivors experience silence or shame: Since the start of the war on February 24, 2022, many Ukrainian women have been sexually abused by Russian ...
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Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
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Biden signs $95 billion aid package with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
No talks possible with Russia on Crimea: There can be no negotiations with Russia regarding Crimea so Ukraine continues to work within the framework of the ...
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Planned meeting in Switzerland: According to Zelensky, Russia wants to prevent a peace conference
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Military: Russian forces trying to encircle Chasiv Yar: Russian troops are trying to encircle the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast, Nazar Voloshyn ...
kyivindependent.com/military-russian-forces-trying-to-encircle-chasiv-yar/
Zelensky dismisses Armed Forces' Support Forces commander appointed in March
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-dismisses-support-forces-commander-appointed-in-march/
Ukrainian journalist, soldier killed on front lines: Ukrainian journalist and soldier Alla Pushkarchuk, call sign "Ruta," was killed in action in ...
kyivindependent.com/ukrainian-journalist-soldier-killed-on-front-lines/
Ukraine sends another batch of humanitarian grain to Sudan: Sudan has received another batch of Ukrainian grain within the Grain from Ukraine initiative.
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453147/
Ukraine passes list of 561 Ukrainian children held in Russia to Qatar, ombudsman says
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-passes-list-of-561-ukrainian-children-held-in-russia-to-qatar/
Zelenskyy gives 3 arguments for Republicans who voted against aid to Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that over a hundred Republican ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452989/
Bodies of 140 fallen Ukrainian defenders brought back to Ukraine: As a result of repatriation measures, bodies of 140 fallen defenders were brought back to ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453104/
Ukraine court orders agriculture minister into custody for suspected corruption: A Ukrainian court ordered on Friday for Agriculture Minister Mykola Solsky to be ...
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Fire broke out following a Ukrainian drone attack at oil depots in Russia's Smolensk region Ukrainian drones struck two Rosneft oil depots in attack, Kyiv source says | Reuters
Japan reaffirms commitments to support Ukrainian energy sector: During a visit to Japan, a Ukrainian delegation led by Energy Minister German Galushchenko held ...
kyivindependent.com/japan-reaffirms-commitments-to-support-ukrainian-energy-sector/
Russians do not reduce intensity of their attacks, with total of 114 combat clashes during one day − General Staff
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Zelensky: Russia planning to disrupt global peace summit in Switzerland: President Volodymyr Zelensky said on April 24 that Ukraine has precise intelligence ...
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-russia-planning-to-disrupt-global-peace-summit-in-switzerland/
Ukrainian duo heads to the Eurovision Song Contest with a message: We're still here
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Ukrainian gymnast wins silver at European championships: Ukrainian Oleh Verniaiev has won a silver medal at the European Artistic Gymnastics Championships in ...
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Concern about Russian attacks: Kiev announces evacuation of two clinics: Russian sources claim that there are military personnel in two clinics in Kiev ...
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Ukrainians can now be dismissed for failing to inform employers about relatives in Russia or occupied territories
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453129/
Ukrainian judoka Bilodid wins gold in European Championship: Ukrainian Dariia Bilodid defeated Slovenian judoka Kaja Kajzer in the final of the European 2024 ...
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U.S. Announces $6 Billion Aid Package Including Patriot Air-Defense Systems: The United States will provide Ukraine with Patriot missiles for its air-defense ...
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Agriculture minister, accused of illegal acquisition of state-owned land, resigns
kyivindependent.com/agriculture-minister-resigns/
Zelenskyy holds meeting of Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff to discuss infrastructure protection, situation at front, weapons production
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Zelenskyy calls for air defense systems as allies meet: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday (26 April) called for additional air defense systems to ...
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Ukraine and Latvia to increase drone production: Latvia will work with Ukraine to increase the production of drones within the framework of the drone coalition.
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453151/
Fight against Russia: Ukraine stops issuing passports to Ukrainians of military age living abroad
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Watch: Huge fire breaks out at Russian oil facility: A huge fire has broken out at a Russian oil refinery following reports of overnight drone attacks.
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Zelenskyy thanks senators, Americans and Biden for approval of Ukraine aid: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the approval of assistance for ...
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Two hospitals in Ukraine’s Kyiv evacuating over feared Russian strikes: Authorities in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Friday announced the evacuation of two ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/26/two-hospitals-in-ukraine-s-kyiv-evacuating-over-feared-russian-strikes-
Nearly 80 combat clashes across war zone over past 24 hours, Russian forces launch over 20 attacks on Avdiivka front – Ukraine's General Staff
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Ukraine thanks the US for billions in new military aid to help stop Russia's advance
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AP: Ukraine pulls US Abrams tanks from battlefield amid Russian drone threat: According to senior U.S. military officials, Russian surveillance drones and ...
kyivindependent.com/ap-ukraine-pulls-us-abrams-tanks-from-battlefield-amid-russian-drone-threat/
Poll: 64% of Ukrainians believe democracy best form of government: Ukraine ranks sixth among countries surveyed, with a significant majority supporting the ...
kyivindependent.com/poll-64-of-ukrainians-believe-democracy-best-form-of-government/
Ukrainian air defence downs 21 out of 34 Russian missiles overnight: Russian forces launched a combined attack on Ukraine with missiles of various types on the ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/27/7453232/
Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by U.S., AP reports: Ukraine had been begging for the long-range system because the missiles provide a ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Ukraine is copying Lukashenko: Ukrainians living abroad should go back home and fight
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Zelenskyy blasts Russian nuclear risks on Chernobyl anniversary: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned on Friday that Russia’s capture of a major ...
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Ukraine's military intelligence launches cyberattack against United Russia party
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2 repairmen in Kharkiv adjusted Russian attacks on Ukrainian mobile fire groups: Two repairmen, who had been adjusting Russian attacks on the positions of mobile ...
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Zelenskyy meets with UK Chancellor of Exchequer in Kyiv to discuss sanctions: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Thursday, 25 April that he had ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452891/
Ukrainian men aged 18-60 will not be able to obtain Ukrainian passports abroad: The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine (Ukrainian government) has banned the ...
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PTSD crisis looms as troop shortages take toll on Ukrainian soldiers’ mental health
kyivindependent.com/ptsd-crisis-looms-as-troop-shortages-take-toll-on-ukrainian-soldiers-mental-health/
FT: UK defense chief says Ukraine to increase long-range strikes in Russia: Ukrainian troops will be able to boost the effectiveness of their long-range attacks ...
kyivindependent.com/ft-uk-defense-chief-says-ukraine-to-increase-long-range-strikes-in-russia/
Quick Glance: Ukraine to Increase Strikes in Russia, UK Defense Chief Says
- Ukraine is set to increase long-range attacks inside Russia to shape the war with western military aid.
- Admiral Sir Tony Radakin highlighted positive trends in the support for Ukraine.
- The US dropped reservations about providing long-range missiles to Ukraine.
- The UK has increased its commitment to Ukraine's defense and signed long-term contracts with defense industry suppliers.
UK announces $620 million in new military aid for Ukraine and plan to up own defense spending
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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.
Ukraine pressures military age men abroad by suspending their consular services: Staying abroad “does not relieve a citizen of his or her duties to the homeland ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Ukraine welcomes delayed US aid but few say they expect Russia’s defeat: Experts say the $61bn package will replenish military stocks but won’t help Kyiv’s ...
aljazeera.com/features/2024/4/25/ukrainians-welcome-delayed-us-aid-but-doubt-it-signals-russias-defeat
Lithuania considers helping Ukraine get military-age men back: Lithuania is considering helping Ukraine to repatriate men liable for military service ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452921/
Ukraine will get its U.S. funding. But can that turn the tide?: Ukraine has lost precious time waiting for Congress to come to its rescue, Ukraine’s Volodymyr ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/23/ukraine-congress-funding-russia-war-next/
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.
Billions in support against Russia: Zelenskyi thanks the USA for "vital help": The US Senate has approved a new aid package for Ukraine. The first deliveries are ...
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Eyewitnesses: Kremlin Troops Dug Into Chornobyl’s Irradiated Dirt, Cooked Food Over Radioactive Campfires, Thousands Exposed
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US State Department: No position on Ukraine's suspension of consular services
kyivindependent.com/us-state-department-no-position-on-ukraines-suspension-of-consular-services-attempt-to-return-men-from-abroad/
Ukraine's Security Service called Belarusian threats to Kyiv hospitals a psyop: The Ukrainian Security Service urged people to interpret Belarusian officials ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453171/
Poland to change asylum rules for Ukrainians with expired documents: The Polish government will consider Ukraines decision to suspend consular services for men ...
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British man charged with acting on behalf of Russia in plot to torch Ukrainian-linked business
euronews.com/2024/04/26/british-man-charged-with-acting-on-behalf-of-russia-in-plot-to-torch-ukrainian-linked-busi
Former conscript adjusted Russian attacks on Ukrainian positions: Counterintelligence prevents Russian agent's escape
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452879/
Ukrainian Intelligence Says They Got the Russians to Arrest One of Their Own: An intelligence source said law enforcement detained Deputy Defense Minister Timur ...
kyivpost.com/post/31613
Quick Glance: Detention of Russia's Deputy Defense Minister on Suspicion of High Treason
- Timur Ivanov, Russia's deputy defense minister, is suspected of high treason and bribery, facing a possible 15-year sentence.
- Ivanov's arrest sparked speculation about a potential purge within Moscow's elite circle, especially given his close relationships with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
- Independent Russian media outlets report corruption allegations against Ivanov and his family, stemming from kickbacks on ministry-related contracts.
- Ivanov is also alleged to have profited from construction projects in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, which fell under Moscow's control after a prolonged siege. His arrest came shortly after a meeting with Shoigu and other defense ministry officials.
Hospitals evacuated in Kyiv after threat from Belarus: Two hospitals in the Ukrainian capital evacuated patients and medical staff after the head of the ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/kyiv-hospitals-evacuated-belarus-threat/
Mykola Solskyj: Ukrainian agriculture minister apparently involved in corruption: The EU had made the fight against corruption a condition for Ukraine's ...
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