General Staff confirms strikes on two oil depots in Crimea
On the night of April 8, Ukrainian Defense Forces struck oil depots in the temporarily occupied cities of Feodosiia and Hvardiiske (Crimea).
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08 April 2026
Ukrainian parliament adopts law strengthening control over product quality
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law that strengthens state control over product quality and safety, including extending oversight to online commerce and aligning regulations with EU standards.
Power cuts to be in effect in all regions of Ukraine this evening
Power cuts will be in effect in all regions of Ukraine from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Europe should learn from Ukrainian troops and fight “smartly”, says Colonel Idzelis
Without the experience of the Ukrainian army, it will be difficult for Europe to build an effective defense sysonly a high-tech approach focused on saving soldiers’ lives will work against an intem, and vasion by Russian infantry.
Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry to appoint ambassador for prisoners of war
On April 9, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will introduce an ambassador-at-large for prisoners of war.
Lithuanian colonel outlines scenarios for Russian aggression against Baltic States
Against the backdrop of threats from Russia to the Baltic states over allegations that they allegedly provided airspace for Ukrainian strikes on Russian ports, Colonel Linas Idzelis outlined four possible scenarios for Russian aggression in the region.
Iran attacks two cities in Bahrain despite ceasefire
Despite the declared ceasefire, Iran attacked Bahrain with drones—explosions were heard near the capital on Wednesday morning.
New remotely controlled “camouflaged” mine found in Kherson
A new type of mine has been found in Kherson; it features electronic controls and a combined-action mechanism, but appears to be a bundle of cloth.
Colonel Linas Idzelis, head of Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union
Europe’s plan should be to bury all Russian invaders
Ukraine ready to reciprocate with ceasefire: Zelensky addresses Russia following truce between U.S. and Iran
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the Ukrainian party is ready to reciprocate if the Russians cease their attacks. He also called the ceasefire in the Middle East the right decision.
DIU disables Russians’ last railway ferry in Kerch Strait
Special forces of the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine have neutralized the Russians’ last railway ferry in the Kerch Strait.
Russians transfer military equipment through Mariupol toward Huliaipole, says Andriushchenko
The occupiers have been observed moving military equipment and personnel through Mariupol toward Huliaipole.
Verkhovna Rada calls on partners to strengthen nuclear safety and increase pressure on Russia
The Verkhovna Rada adopted an appeal to the parliaments and governments of foreign states, the UN, and the IAEA on the occasion of the 40th Anniversary of the Chornobyl Disaster, calling on the international community to take measures to ensure nuclear safety.
Russian drone strike damages port infrastructure in Izmail
Port infrastructure facilities in Izmail were damaged as a result of a drone attack overnight on April 8.
Residents report explosions in three Russian regions, ammunition arsenal targeted – media
On Tuesday, April 7, residents of Russia's Moscow, Vladimir, and Yaroslavl regions reported at least three explosions at the same time. An engineering munitions arsenal may have been among the targets.
Russians attack 19 settlements in Chernihiv region over past day
Over the past day, Russian forces shelled 19 settlements in the Chernihiv region, with 30 attacks and 57 explosions recorded.
Russia plans to create buffer zone in Vinnytsia region — Palisa
Russia is considering plans to establish a buffer zone in the Vinnytsia region from the side of the unrecognized Transnistria, but currently lacks the forces to implement this.
Sybiha welcomes ceasefire in Middle East: 'Time to show determination to compel Moscow'
Ukraine welcomes the agreements between the United States and Iran on a ceasefire.
Fuel depot on fire after shelling in Feodosia – social media
In Feodosia, in temporarily occupied Crimea, a fuel depot caught fire as a result of shelling during the night of April 8.
Ukraine importing necessary volumes of fuel – Zelensky
Ukraine is importing the necessary volumes of fuel, with supply efforts continuing in cooperation with European partners and countries in the Middle East.
Russians attack 17 settlements in Kharkiv region, leaving two civilians injured over past day
On April 7, 17 settlements in the Kharkiv region were under Russian strikes, leaving two people injured.
Russian strikes leave 4,500 consumers without electricity in Zaporizhzhia region
Yesterday evening, Russian attacks cut power to about 4,500 subscribers in two settlements of the Zaporizhzhia region.
ADF neutralizes 146 out of 176 Russian drones
Air Defence Forces intercepted 146 of the 176 UAVs launched by Russia against Ukraine starting from the evening of April 7.
Russian army strikes 30 settlements in Sumy region over past day, leaving one killed and three injured
Over the past day, Russian forces carried out attacks on 30 settlements in the Sumy region. One person was killed and three others were wounded.
Ihor “Barbar,” Deputy Commander of the 2nd Battalion from the National Guard “Rubizh Brigade”
War Is Not Heroism—It’s Endurance and Clarity Under Fire
War update: 170 clashes on frontline over past day, Russian forces intensifying assaults in three sectors
Over the past day, April 7, a total of 170 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded on the frontline.
Russian attacks on Kherson region leave four civilians killed, 21 injured over past day
On April 7, Russian attacks on the Kherson region left four people killed and 21 others injured, including one child.
Russian drones strike southern Odesa region overnight, damaging civilian and port facilities
Overnight on April 8, Russian forces attacked the southern part of the Odesa region with strike drones.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,030 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces from February 24, 2022, to April 8, 2026, in the war against Ukraine amount to approximately 1,306,500 personnel, including 1,030 losses over the past day.
Rivne resident jailed for spying on Ukrainian airfields for Russian missile strikes
A resident of the Rivne region who directed enemy missiles at Ukrainian airfields has been sentenced to eight years in prison.