Partial easing of U.S. sanctions fails to boost Russia’s oil shipments – intel
In March 2026, Russia failed to increase the volume of oil shipments through its seaports despite a temporary easing of U.S. sanctions.
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The Russian army carried out almost 60 attacks on the Nikopol, Synelnykove, and Pavlohrad districts of Dnipropetrovsk region, resulting in two casualties.
Budanov confirms that partners asked Ukraine not to strike Russian oil terminals
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Due to blocking of European funds, we carry out preparations for next winter using internal resources – Zelensky
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We prepare drafts of new defense agreements with Middle Eastern countries – Zelensky
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Russian drone attacks civilian car in Ruska Lozova, killing one person
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Since the start of the day, the Russian army has attacked Ukrainian defenders' positions 64 times. The enemy is most active in the Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk directions, with increased activity in the Huliaipole direction.
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Zelensky names condition for halting strikes on Russian oil refineries
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Zelensky: Russia lacks forces to capture Kostiantynivka and Druzhkivka by end of April
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Russians shell Zolochiv in Kharkiv region, injuries, damage reported
Russian forces shelled the settlement of Zolochiv in the Bohodukhiv district of the Kharkiv region on April 9, injuring two women and three children.
Ukraine ensures fuel security with Middle East agreements, Zelensky says
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Zelensky signals imminent trilateral talks to end Ukraine war, format still unclear
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Bodies of 1,000 fallen returned to Ukraine
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Britain exposes clandestine Russian operation in North Atlantic
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Polish F-16s intercept Russian reconnaissance aircraft in Baltic Sea
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Kremlin states Putin did not decide on Easter truce
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin has not yet decided on a possible Easter truce.
Russian forces attack car with drone in Zaporizhzhia district; two people injured
The enemy attacked a car with a drone in the village of Yurkivka in the Zaporizhzhia district. Two people were injured.
Zelensky on €90 billion loan: Meloni is strong leader, and her voice is important for Ukraine
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is a strong leader, and her voice is important for Ukraine.
Zelensky believes negotiations between Ukraine, US, and Russia to resume
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Ukraine's parliament forms commission to probe actions threatening economic security
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Russian troop activity is particularly high: Syrskyi visits Pokrovsk sector
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