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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ukraine’s National Guards destroy Pantsir-S system deep behind enemy lines
Pilots of the 23rd Khortytsia Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine have destroyed a Pantsir-S surface-to-air missile and gun system deep in the enemy’s rear.
Ukraine’s support in strengthening Gulf air defense valuable contribution to regional security – Fatih Ceylan
Ukrainian assistance to reinforcing anti-missile and anti-drone capacity of the Gulf states will be an extremely valuable contribution to regional defense. Thanks to the experience gained on the battlefield, Ukraine is reshaping the nature of modern warfare.
Russia positions itself as 'major space power' in countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America – CCD
Through the network of "Rossotrudnichestvo" and so-called "Russian Houses," the Kremlin is attempting to "sell" the myth of Russia as a "great space power" in dozens of countries across these regions.
07 April 2026
Zelensky: Russians try to scale up their 'safari' against our people
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russian forces are carrying out brutal and cynical drone strikes against Ukrainian civilians.
Ukraine to discuss security cooperation with European partners in coming weeks – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that in the coming weeks Ukraine will work with European partners on joint production and coordination in security actions.
Russia's Sheskharis terminal halts oil loading after drone attack – Reuters
Exports of crude oil from Russia's Sheskharis terminal in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk have been suspended following a massive drone attack and a fire.
Diplomat: U.S. support won’t guarantee Orbán gains in election
U.S. support, particularly Vice President J.D. Vance’s visit to Budapest, is not a decisive factor in strengthening Viktor Orbán’s party’s position in the elections; it may have a limited or even counterproductive effect among Hungarian voters.
Trump: “Whole civilization will die tonight” if Iran refuses deal
U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized that “one of the most important moments” in world history will take place tonight, and stated that “an entire civilization will perish.”
Russian drones strike snack manufacturer’s warehouse in Pavlohrad overnight
In Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovsk region, a warehouse complex belonging to the international Star Brands group of companies was damaged as a result of an attack by Russian drones on the night of April 7.
Russian forces destroy 1830s Dontsi-Zakharzhevski estate in Kharkiv region
An architectural landmark—the Dontsi-Zakharzhevski estate—was destroyed in the Kharkiv region as a result of a direct hit and a fire.
Ukraine to have access to EU funds despite delay in final approval of loan, says Barrot
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot believes that the European Commission will do everything possible to ensure that Ukraine “has access to the necessary funds,” even if the procedure for granting the EU loan is not unblocked by the end of April.
Fatih Ceylan, former Permanent Representative of Türkiye to NATO
Europe will need to seriously consider developing its own nuclear deterrence in the long term
Russia supplies Iran with satellite data on U.S. military bases in Middle East
Russia provided Iran with images of military facilities and critically important locations in 11 Middle Eastern countries, taken during at least 24 reconnaissance missions conducted by Russian satellites in the last ten days of March.
Politico: U.S. expands list of targets in Iran to avoid war crimes charges
The Pentagon is expanding the list of Iranian energy facilities it may attack, adding those that supply fuel and electricity to both the civilian population and the military.