Zelensky suggests Russia sought looser oil sanctions to sell Lukoil assets in Europe
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has suggested that Russia may have pushed for the easing of oil sanctions in order to sell the European assets of Lukoil.
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Zelensky warns of mounting pressure on Ukraine before autumn
President Volodymyr Zelensky predicts that Ukraine will face strong political and military pressure until September, while assuring that national interests will be safeguarded.
Lviv to host Defense Tech Valley 2026 on Sept 16-17
The city of Lviv will host Brave1 Defense Tech Valley 2026 on September 16-17, the largest defense technology event in Ukraine, bringing together manufacturers, investors, and international partners.
Ukrainian experts down Shahed drones across Middle East, Zelensky says
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukrainian specialists had successfully intercepted Iranian-made drones, including jet-powered models, in several Middle Eastern countries.
War update: 163 clashes on frontline over past day, hottest fighting in Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka sectors
On April 9, a total of 163 combat clashes took place between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops. The enemy exerted the most pressure in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors, while also showing increased activity in the Huliaipole sector.
Anatolii Khrapchynskyi, defense industry expert and head of an arms manufacturing company
Ukraine’s Return to the Global Arms Market: What It Can Offer in 2026
ADF neutralizes 113 out of 128 Russian drones since yesterday evening
Ukraine's air defense forces have neutralized 113 drones launched by Russian troops since the previous evening. Enemy hits were recorded at six locations.
Russia loses 1,130 troops, 45 artillery systems in war against Ukraine over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces from February 24, 2022, to April 10 2026 in the war against Ukraine amount to approximately 1,308,670 personnel, including 1,130 over the past day.
Zelensky on ceasefire: Russia has chance not to resume strikes after Easter
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that people need an Easter without threats and real progress toward peace, and that Russia has a chance not to resume strikes after the holiday.
Dmitriev arrives in US for talks with Trump representatives – Reuters
Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, is meeting in the U.S. with senior members of the Trump administration.
Council of Europe's Committee against Torture points to problems in Ukraine’s psychiatric and social care institutions
The European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CPT) has highlighted problems in psychiatric hospitals and social care institutions in Ukraine, including unequal living conditions, staff shortages, and an overreliance on medication-based treatment.
Russia plans to open four more embassies in African countries to increase its influence
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced preparations to open four more embassies in African countries to increase Russia’s political and ideological influence in the region.
09 April 2026
Ukrainian USFs wipe out Russian Tor-M1 air defense system in Donetsk region
Operators of the 1st Separate Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces have destroyed a Russian Tor-M1 surface-to-air missile system in temporarily occupied territory of the Donetsk region.
War update: 134 clashes on frontline, heaviest fighting in Kostiantynivka, Pokrovsk sectors
Russian forces attacked Ukrainian defensive positions 134 times since the beginning of the day. The enemy is most active in the Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk sectors, with increased activity in the Huliaipole sector.
Putin announces "Easter ceasefire"
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary halt to hostilities in the war against Ukraine on the occasion of Orthodox Easter.
Rutte names four countries “holding back” Ukraine’s NATO membership
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has named four countries that are holding back Ukraine’s accession to the North Atlantic Alliance.
One of Europe’s largest pharmaceutical plants under construction in Zakarpattia – Svyrydenko inspects facility
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, during a working visit to the Zakarpattia region, toured the new production facilities of the pharmaceutical company Biopharma.
General Staff confirms strike on oil pumping station in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai
Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck the Krymskaya oil pumping station in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai on the night of April 9.
Zelensky warns: Leaving Donbas would open door to Russian assault on Kharkiv, Dnipro
Ukraine’s withdrawal from the Donetsk region cannot be considered a compromise, as it would ultimately give Russia the opportunity to occupy Kharkiv and Dnipro.
Budanov confirms that partners asked Ukraine not to strike Russian oil terminals
Partners have approached Ukraine with requests not to destroy Russian oil terminals, but Ukraine has its own national interests.
We prepare drafts of new defense agreements with Middle Eastern countries – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the upcoming signing of new defense cooperation agreements with countries neighboring Iran.
Russian drone attacks civilian car in Ruska Lozova, killing one person
A man was killed on April 9 as a result of a drone strike on a vehicle in the Kharkiv district.
War update: 64 clashes on front line since morning, heaviest fighting continues in Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk directions
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.
Expert warns Orbán may resort to provocations to hold power in Hungary election
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán may resort to provocations, a state of emergency, or electoral fraud to avoid defeat in the election.
Zelensky comments on Vance’s statement about “haggling over a few square kilometers”
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that U.S. Vice President JD Vance is not participating in negotiations between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia.
Zelensky names condition for halting strikes on Russian oil refineries
Ukraine’s strikes on Russia’s oil infrastructure are a response to Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector.
Zelensky: Russia lacks forces to capture Kostiantynivka and Druzhkivka by end of April
Russian troops do not have sufficient forces to capture Kostiantynivka and Druzhkivka by the end of April, while the situation in the Pokrovsk sector remains difficult but stable.
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
Ukraine has reached agreements with several Middle Eastern countries on a certain annual volume of oil and petroleum products.
Zelensky signals imminent trilateral talks to end Ukraine war, format still unclear
A trilateral meeting on ending the war in Ukraine is expected to take place in the near future. The format of the meeting has not yet been finalized.