Occupiers in TOT Donetsk region push “military-historical tourism”
In the temporarily occupied territory of Donetsk region, the “authorities” plan to develop “military-historical tourism.”
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Putin's trust rating drops 5% in Russia – ISW
Trust in Vladimir Putin is declining in Russia amid public dissatisfaction with censorship policies.
Russian forces mine bridge over Koshova River in Kherson
Russian occupiers have planted mines on a road bridge crossing the Koshova River in Kherson.
05 April 2026
Zelensky holds trilateral talks in Damascus with Syria and Türkiye
During Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Damascus, a trilateral meeting took place involving the teams of Ukraine, Syria, and Türkiye.
OPEC+ members increase oil production quotas again
Members of OPEC+ – the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and their partners — have for the second time in a row decided to raise oil production quotas.
Russian attacks on Kharkiv region leave three people injured
In the Kharkiv region, three people were injured throughout the day as a result of enemy strikes.
Iran allows Iraqi vessels to use Strait of Hormuz
Iranian military officials said that Iraqi ships are exempt from navigation restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Former UK ambassador to Ukraine responds to Russia over damaged church in Tehran
Former United Kingdom Ambassador to Ukraine, now Ambassador to Poland, Melinda Simmons, pointed out Moscow's hypocrisy after the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed outrage over a church damaged during hostilities in Tehran.
Ukraine and Syria agree to cooperate for security and societal development – Zelensky
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of Syria Ahmed al-Sharaa have agreed to cooperate to provide greater security and opportunities for the development of their countries.
War update: 41 combat clashes since morning, Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors remain most active
Since the start of the day, Russian troops have attacked the positions of Ukraine’s Defense Forces 41 times, with the most intense fighting recorded in the Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk sectors.
Ukrainian president arrives in Damascus
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in the Syrian capital, Damascus, where he will hold important meetings.
Enemy leaflets spread fear in Nikopol as authorities warn of psychological operation
Russian leaflets containing threats of an offensive have appeared in Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk region, aimed at intimidating residents.
Lviv officials deny claims of mass absenteeism among IDP children due to bullying
Lviv officials have denied claims that internally displaced children are not attending school due to bullying or lack of Ukrainian language skills.
Pope Leo XIV urges world leaders to choose peace in Easter message
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday, April 5, delivered his Easter message following Holy Mass in St. Peter's Square, calling on world leaders to choose peace.
Ukraine’s Defense Forces regain control of 12 settlements on Oleksandrivka axis – CinC Syrskyi
Ukraine’s Defense Forces have regained control of 12 settlements as part of their operation on the Oleksandrivka axis, including eight in the Dnipropetrovsk region and four in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Russia shares satellite intelligence with Iran about Israel's energy system – Zelensky
Russia shared with Iran satellite intelligence on 50–53 energy system facilities in Israel, thereby helping Tehran carry out strikes on civilian infrastructure.
Prolonged war in Middle East could erode U.S. support for Ukraine – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern that a prolonged U.S.-Israeli war on Iran could further weaken America’s support for Ukraine.
War update: 149 clashes on front lines in past day
A total of 149 combat engagements between Ukrainian forces and Russian invaders were recorded along the frontline on Saturday, April 4.
Ukraine air defenses down 76 of 93 Russian drones overnight
Ukraine's air defense forces have neutralized 76 drones launched by the Russian army since the evening of Saturday, April 4, with enemy strikes recorded at ten locations.
Russia loses 1,180 troops in war against Ukraine over past day
Russia's total combat losses in its full-scale war against Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to April 5, 2026 have reached approximately 1,303,550 personnel, including 1,180 soldiers killed or wounded in action over the past 24 hours.
Over 100,000 sq km of Ukrainian land still potentially dangerous due to mines – Presidential Office
More than 100,000 square kilometers of Ukraine's territory remain potentially hazardous.
Erdogan, Rutte discuss Ukraine, Iran wars, preparations for NATO summit
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Russian drone attack sparks fires in Odesa, two injured
Fires broke out and people were injured in Odesa as a result of a Russian drone attack.
Ukrainian drone operators destroy Russian Solntsepyok flamethrower system in Kharkiv region
In Dvorichna, Kharkiv region, soldiers of the 129th Separate Heavy Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Ground Forces hit a Russian heavy flamethrower system of the Solntsepyok type.
Ukraine boosts farm equipment compensation to 40% for farmers in war-affected areas
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved changes to support programs for agricultural producers in frontline areas, including increasing compensation for Ukrainian-made farm equipment to 40% for farmers operating in combat zones.
Ukraine extradites foreign fighter who fought for Russia to Azerbaijan
Ukrainian law enforcement authorities have extradited to Azerbaijan a native of Hajigabul who took part in combat operations with Russian military units.
04 April 2026
War update: 128 clashes on front line, Ukrainian forces neutralize over 110 invaders in Pokrovsk direction
During April 4, there were 128 combat engagements between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian troops. The enemy was most active in attempts to attack in the Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk directions.
Delegation led by Witkoff and Kushner may visit Ukraine after Easter – Budanov
A U.S. delegation headed by White House special envoy Steve Witkoff and President's son-in-law Jared Kushner is expected to visit Kyiv after April 12.
Kyiv’s Middle Eastern Gambit: Ukraine Steps In as a Security Provider
Zelensky’s Gulf Tour Boosts Ukraine’s Global Standing, Triggers Unease in Washington
Slovak PM Fico calls on EU to lift sanctions and resume dialogue with Russia after conversation with Hungarian PM Orban
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, following talks with Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban, urged the European Union to lift sanctions on imports of Russian oil and gas and to take steps to restore oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline.