French FM: Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure create risk of radiological consequences
France stated that Russian strikes on Ukraine's civilian and energy infrastructure create a risk of serious radiological consequences.
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26 April 2026
Zelensky: Russia strikes infrastructure due to lack of success on battlefield
Against the backdrop of failures on the battlefield, Russia has resorted to massive strikes on infrastructure and information campaigns to create an illusion of strength and pressure Ukraine.
Zelensky to discuss peaceful de-occupation of Zaporizhzhia NPP with Grossi
During a meeting with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Ukraine will raise the issue of restoring control over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and strengthening diplomatic efforts to ensure the facility’s safety.
Zelensky, Sandu discuss security, EU integration, economic cooperation
Ukraine and Moldova are deepening cooperation in security, infrastructure, and energy, while jointly advancing toward European Union membership. Both countries expect the opening of negotiation clusters in the near future.
Ukraine calls on world to stop Russia’s nuclear blackmail on Chornobyl anniversary
In a statement marking the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged states that value stability to stop Russia’s nuclear blackmail.
Russia must return control of Zaporizhzhia NPP to Ukraine, halt attacks on energy infrastructure – European Commission
On the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster, the EU has once again called on Russia to end its illegal occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and to stop attacks on Ukraine’s energy system.
U.S. State Department emphasizes priority of nuclear safety on Chornobyl anniversary
The U.S. Department of State, in a statement marking the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear power plant disaster, stressed the importance of prioritizing nuclear safety – both at the site itself and around the world.
President of Moldova arrives in Kyiv
Moldova’s President Maia Sandu arrived in Kyiv on Sunday, April 26, on a visit marking the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster.
25 April 2026
Czech analyst: Western experts warned of Russian aggression but not its full scale
Western experts, particularly Czech ones, consistently warned of the possibility of Russian aggression following the annexation of Crimea, but their predictions turned out to be far too “mild” compared to the scenario Russia ultimately pursued.
Zelensky: War against Ukraine must not be overshadowed by war in Middle East
It is important that the Russian war in Europe is not overshadowed by the war in Iran.
Czech analyst: European militaries should learn from Ukraine’s Armed Forces
Europe already has its own army – this is the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and other European militaries should learn from it.
Zelensky: Ukraine ready for trilateral talks with Russia in Azerbaijan
President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Ukraine is ready to hold talks with Russia in Azerbaijan.
Ukraine and Estonia DMs sign cooperation memorandum
The defense ministers of Ukraine and Estonia, Mykhailo Fedorov and Hanno Pevkur, have signed a memorandum of cooperation that will enable the two countries’ defense industries to expand their collaboration.
Zelensky announces five bilateral agreements with Azerbaijan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that during his visit to Azerbaijan, the Ukrainian side will work on concluding five bilateral state agreements.
Zelensky meets Aliyev in Azerbaijan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
Ukraine’s envoy urges global sanctions on Russia’s nuclear industry at UN Commemoration of Chornobyl
Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Andrii Melnyk has called on countries to impose coordinated sanctions on Russia’s nuclear energy sector in response to Moscow’s actions involving Ukrainian nuclear facilities.
24 April 2026
Opposition figure: Independent Belarusian attack on Ukraine unlikely despite militarization
Belarus is actively militarizing, reforming its mobilization system, and psychologically preparing society for war; however, an independent attack by its army on Ukraine is currently unlikely.
Pro-Russian forces’ victory in Bulgaria poses risks for Ukraine, but should not be overstated, analyst says
The victory of pro-Russian forces in Bulgaria led by Rumen Radev creates additional challenges for Ukraine, but the level of threat should not be exaggerated.
Ukraine underestimated ties with Global South, Ukrainian diplomat says
Ukraine overestimated the willingness of its partners to act decisively and underestimated the importance of engagement with countries of the Global South.
President Zelensky, Saudi Crown Prince discuss three key areas of cooperation
In Jeddah, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, outlining three priority areas of cooperation between Ukraine and Saudi Arabia.
Erdogan could be key go-between with Putin, says Crimean Tatar leader
Türkiye’s experience in mediation and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s ability to maintain dialogue with Russian leader Vladimir Putin could make him an effective negotiator – both in peace efforts and in securing the release of Ukrainian detainees.
Political scientist: Caution with word “victory” reflects maturing society
The decline in the use of the word “victory” in the Ukrainian public sphere is not a sign of disappointment, but rather the emergence of a more mature and realistic approach to the war.
Czech military expert: Ukraine conducting highly skillful diplomacy in Middle East
Ukraine is conducting astute diplomacy in the Middle East, which will have significant positive consequences for Kyiv.
Zelensky arrives in Saudi Arabia
President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Saudi Arabia, where he will meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
French presidential election to be decisive for future of all of Europe, says Klimkin
The upcoming French presidential election in 2027 will be decisive for the future of all of Europe.
Klimkin on Hungarian election results: We may breathe sigh of relief, but we prepare for difficult discussions
Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin views the results of the recent Hungarian elections as a positive development for us. However, the diplomat anticipates difficult discussions with the new Hungarian government regarding contentious issues.
Klimkin: Most difficult EU accession negotiations to be with our neighbors
Former Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin predicts that Ukraine will face its most difficult EU accession negotiations precisely with its neighboring countries.
Baltic states say Europe cannot return to pre-war relations with Russia — Bloomberg
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are warning European partners that any attempts to restore normal relations with Moscow after its full-scale aggression against Ukraine are unrealistic and dangerous.
23 April 2026
Zelensky meets Danish PM in Cyprus to discuss joint drone production
During a meeting with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed expanding joint defense production, specifically in the priority area of drones.
Drone deal: Zelensky, Nausėda discuss expanding defense cooperation
During their meeting, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda discussed in detail opportunities for further cooperation in defense manufacturing, particularly through the Drone Deal initiative.