Air Defense Forces shoot down 190 of 210 Russian drones
Air Defense Forces shot down 190 drones that the Russian military has used to attack Ukraine since last night. Enemy strikes were recorded at 14 locations.
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A Masterclass in Diplomacy from His Majesty
King Charles III’s Subtle Lesson in Diplomacy During His U.S. Visit
Russian military loses another 1,420 troops in war against Ukraine
Total combat losses among Russian military personnel from February 24, 2022, to May 1, 2026, have reached approximately 1,331,710, of whom 1,420 were killed in the past 24 hours.
First open-heart surgery without thoracotomy performed in Rivne region
In the Rivne region, open-heart surgery was performed for the first time through an incision of just a few centimeters, without opening the chest cavity.
NBU downgrades 2026 GDP growth forecast
This year, Ukraine’s economy is expected to show more restrained growth.
Ukraine returns 2,126 children abducted by Russia — Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that thanks to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 2,126 Ukrainian children abducted by Russia have been returned home.
ISW explains why Putin called Trump
Vladimir Putin used his phone conversation with the U.S. President Donald Trump on April 29 to reaffirm that he has no intention of abandoning his original military objectives in the war against Ukraine, and to portray Russia's victory as inevitable.
30 April 2026
Russia conducts psychological operation in Kharkiv border region – CCD
Russian forces are carrying out a psychological operation in the border areas of Kharkiv region by dropping leaflets from drones encouraging collaboration.
War update: 109 combat clashes on frontline
Since the beginning of the day, there have been 109 combat clashes between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian troops.
Russian archaeologist Butyagin plans to resume illegal excavations in Crimea
Russian archaeologist Alexander Butyagin has announced his intention to return to leading the Myrmekion archaeological expedition near temporarily occupied Kerch.
Ukraine builds system to counter Russia's shadow grain fleet – Zelensky
Ukraine is developing a system to counter Russia's shadow grain fleet, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Defense Ministry purchases 8,000 Octopus interceptor drones for AFU
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is purchasing 8,000 Octopus interceptor drones to strengthen air defense and increase the interception of enemy aerial targets by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
U.S. acknowledges Russia is helping Iran in war
Head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, stated that Russia is to some extent assisting Iran in its war with the United States.
Russian propaganda spreading fake video of alleged “abuse” of military recruitment officer
Russian propagandists created a staged video using artificial intelligence
Unmanned aerial systems strike Russian military logistics in Zaporizhzhia region
Operators from the Nemesis Unmanned Systems Brigade struck a number of enemy targets in the Zaporizhzhia region: a pickup truck equipped with electronic warfare systems, “UAZ SGR” vehicles, passenger cars, trucks, and vehicles with trailers.
Russian attacks on Kherson region leave one person killed, six injured
In the Kherson region, one person was killed and six others were injured as a result of Russian shelling attacks throughout the day.
Ukraine’s USFs strike facilities of key Russian drone developer
Fighters of the Raid regiment of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces carried out strikes on a complex of facilities belonging to the Russian Special Purpose Center Bars-Sarmat deep in temporarily occupied areas of the Zaporizhzhia region, on the coast of the Sea of Azov.
Russia may offer partial sanctions relief in exchange for ceasefire – Zelensky
Russia may propose that the West lift some sanctions on certain Russian companies in exchange for a ceasefire with Ukraine.
Unmanned aerial systems strike Russian military logistics in Zaporizhzhia region
Operators from the Nemesis Unmanned Systems Brigade struck a number of enemy targets in the Zaporizhzhia region: a pickup truck equipped with electronic warfare systems, “UAZ SGR” vehicles, passenger cars, trucks, and vehicles with trailers.
Andrii Demchenko, Assistant to the Head of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine – Press Officer
54% of Border Guard Personnel Deployed Across Active Frontlines
Ukraine and five partner nations launch CORPUS defense procurement coalition
Ukraine, Italy, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom have established CORPUS (Coalition for Resilient Procurement and Unified Support), a multinational coalition in the field of defense procurement, to improve coordination among procurement agencies and enhance the resilience of support systems.
Zelensky: Seven hospitalized in Dnipro and five in Odesa after Russian attacks
President Volodymyr Zelensky, commenting on the latest Russian airstrike, noted that seven people are currently in hospitals in Dnipro, five have been hospitalized in Odesa, and two of them are in serious condition.
Russians attempting to break through to Kupiansk from two directions – military
Russian forces are attempting to advance toward the town of Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region from both the right and left banks of the Oskil River.
Zelensky orders talks with U.S. to verify details of Russia’s temporary truce proposal
President Volodymyr Zelensky has instructed Ukrainian representatives to clarify with the U.S. President’s team the details of Russia’s proposal for a short-term ceasefire.
Transnistrian direction remains security priority – SBGS spox
The Transnistrian direction remains one of the key priorities for ensuring security along critical sections of the border.
CinC Syrskyi signs order on mandatory rotation of frontline troops
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi has signed an order introducing mandatory rotation for servicemen performing tasks on the front line, setting clear time limits for deployment on positions as well as requirements for support and rest.
War update: 177 combat clashes over past day, 41 attacks repelled in Pokrovsk sector
A total of 177 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded on the frontline over the past day, April 29, including 41 in the Pokrovsk sector.
Air defenses down 172 out of 206 drones launched by Russia in overnight attack on Ukraine
Ukraine’s air defense forces neutralized 172 out of 206 drones launched by Russian invaders in an attack that began in the evening of April 29.
“Groundhog Day” on the front line
Hero of Ukraine Oleksii Mykhailov spoke to Ukrinform about his experience of spending nearly a year at the tactical edge.
Russian military loses another 1,470 troops and two helicopters in war against Ukraine
Total combat losses among Russian troops since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, from February 24, 2022, to April 30, 2026, amount to approximately 1,330,290 personnel, including 1,470 over the past 24 hours.