IAEA to inspect 14 power substations that Russia tries to destroy this winter, says Shmyhal
As part of its latest mission to inspect substations critical to nuclear safety, the International Atomic Energy Agency will examine 14 such facilities.
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Ukraine intelligence operation inflicts heaviest losses on Kadyrov's 'Akhmat' unit – HUR
Between February and April 2026, a special unit of Ukraine's military intelligence (HUR), "Shamanbat," which includes fighters of free Ichkeria, together with the 104th Territorial Defense Brigade "Horyn," and in coordination with HUR's agent operations unit, carried out an operation to eliminate mercenaries of the "Akhmat" unit in the Sumy direction.
Explosions heard in Ternopil
Explosions were heard in Ternopil during an air raid alert.
Expert says Gulf war has become 'trap of easy solutions' for Trump
The war in the Persian Gulf has become a "trap of easy solutions" for U.S. President Donald Trump. He had expected to quickly declare victory, but the conflict has dragged on, affected markets, and is approaching the 60-day threshold after which decisions on the operation must shift to Congress.
Well-known businessman exposed for embezzling over ₴100 million from one of country’s largest banks
The Security Service of Ukraine, in cooperation with the Prosecutor General's Office, has documented new instances of criminal activity by the former beneficial owner of one of Ukraine’s largest banks.
Ukrainian paratroopers thwart Russian attempt to reach frontline positions via gas pipeline
Russian troops once again attempted to use a gas pipeline to approach the positions of Ukrainian forces.
Destruction and casualties: Aftermath of Russian attacks on Kherson and its suburbs
The Russians attacked Kherson and its suburbs with drones, causing destruction and resulting in one death and several injuries.
Switzerland allocates additional CHF 50M for Ukraine reconstruction projects
Switzerland is launching a third call for investment projects to support Ukraine's recovery in cooperation with the Swiss private sector, with total grant funding amounting to CHF 50 million.
Korchakivka in Sumy region remains under control of Armed Forces of Ukraine
The village of Korchakivka in the Sumy region remains under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine; reports claiming that Russian forces have captured it are untrue.
Strikes on gas stations in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv: Two injured, 10 cars damaged
On the morning of May 1, Russian forces struck four gas stations in Kharkiv and one in the city of Chuhuiv. Two people were injured, and ten cars were damaged.
Kyiv-Uzhhorod train accident: Crane truck driver dies on way to hospital
The driver of the crane truck that collided with a train in the Lviv region died on the way to the hospital.
Russia continues to attack the energy sector, critical infrastructure, and civilian targets: Zelensky shows consequences
Overnight, Russia launched 210 attack drones at Ukraine, about 140 of which were Shahed drones.
Russian shelling causes new power outages in four regions of Ukraine
As of the morning of May 1, Russian attacks have left consumers without power in the Mykolaiv, Donetsk, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions.
Firefighters battle blaze under fire: Russians strike postal warehouse in Kherson overnight
On the night of May 1, Russian forces repeatedly fired on State Emergency Service rescue workers who were extinguishing a fire at a postal warehouse in Kherson.
Fourth strike on oil refinery reported in Tuapse, Russia
A fourth strike on an oil refinery in the city of Tuapse, Krasnodar region, Russian Federation, has been reported.
Russians attack ports of Odesa and Danube with drones overnight; damage reported
On the night of May 1, Russian forces attacked ports on the Danube and in the greater Odesa area with drones.
War update: 138 clashes on front lines, fiercest battles in Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors
Over the past 24 hours, on April 30, 138 combat clashes were recorded between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders on the front lines. The enemy is attacking most fiercely in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole sectors.
Air Defense Forces shoot down 190 of 210 Russian drones
Air Defense Forces shot down 190 drones that the Russian military has used to attack Ukraine since last night. Enemy strikes were recorded at 14 locations.
Enemy launches drone attack on Kharkiv
Russian forces launched a drone strike on the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv.
Russian forces launch nearly 20 overnight attacks on Dnipropetrovsk region, one wounded
The Russian army has launched nearly 20 drone and artillery attacks on three districts in the Dnipropetrovsk region, leaving one person injured.
Russian military loses another 1,420 troops in war against Ukraine
Total combat losses among Russian military personnel from February 24, 2022, to May 1, 2026, have reached approximately 1,331,710, of whom 1,420 were killed in the past 24 hours.
Russian nighttime attack damages high-rise buildings in Odesa, injures civilians
A Russian attack in Odesa has struck residential high-rises in the Khadzhibey district, resulting in injuries.
Enemy attacks port infrastructure in Izmail district
Russian forces attacked port infrastructure in the Izmail district of the Odesa region.
First open-heart surgery without thoracotomy performed in Rivne region
In the Rivne region, open-heart surgery was performed for the first time through an incision of just a few centimeters, without opening the chest cavity.
Ukraine and Netherlands plan to launch joint drone production this year
Ukraine and the Netherlands plan to begin joint production of drones as early as this year; the drones in question are the Baton and K4 models. Details of the project have not been disclosed; in particular, the terms of the agreement remain confidential.
Sweden confiscates ship with stolen Ukrainian grain – President’s Office calls to scale up this practice
Following Sweden’s decision to confiscate the cargo ship Caffa carrying stolen Ukrainian grain, Ukraine is calling for systematic continuation of such measures to prevent illegal exports from occupied territories.
NBU downgrades 2026 GDP growth forecast
This year, Ukraine’s economy is expected to show more restrained growth.
Ukraine returns 2,126 children abducted by Russia — Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that thanks to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 2,126 Ukrainian children abducted by Russia have been returned home.
ISW explains why Putin called Trump
Vladimir Putin used his phone conversation with the U.S. President Donald Trump on April 29 to reaffirm that he has no intention of abandoning his original military objectives in the war against Ukraine, and to portray Russia's victory as inevitable.