Five settlements in Kharkiv region come under enemy fire over past day, casualties reported
Over the past day, April 12, five settlements in the Kharkiv region came under Russian strikes, resulting in casualties.
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War update: 107 combat clashes on frontline over past day
On April 12, 107 combat engagements between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded.
ADF neutralizes 87 out of 98 Russian drones during nighttime attack
Ukraine's air defense forces neutralized 87 out of 98 drones used by Russian forces to attack Ukraine on the night of April 13.
Russian forces strike 13 settlements in Kherson region over past day, leaving two injured
In the Kherson region, two people were wounded over the past 24 hours as a result of Russian aggression.
Russia loses 960 troops, one air defense system in war against Ukraine over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces from February 24, 2022, to April 13 2026 in the war against Ukraine amount to approximately 1,312,140 personnel, including 960 over the past day.
Russians carry out 456 strikes on Zaporizhzhia region over past day, one person injured
Over the past 24 hours, occupying forces launched 456 attacks on 28 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. One woman was injured as a result of an enemy strike in the Zaporizhzhia district.
Russian drones attack Zaporizhzhia, residents report explosions
Zaporizhzhia is experiencing explosions as the city is being targeted by hostile drones.
Russia resumes night attacks: 12,000 people without electricity after enemy strike in Chernihiv region
Following a Russian attack on an energy facility in the Chernihiv district, more than 12,000 consumers have been left without power.
Budget deficit for two months exceeds annual target in Russia — intelligence
Russia's federal budget for January–February 2026 recorded a deficit of $69.9 billion, which is almost twice the Ministry of Finance's earlier estimate of $43.3 billion.
Kremlin planning to cut support for agricultural sector amid budget crisis, intel reports
Amid a growing budget deficit, Russia, is moving to reduce state support for its agro-industrial sector – one of the few sectors the authorities had positioned as a strategic priority.
12 April 2026
War update: 91 clashes on frontline, 7,696 ceasefire violations recorded since truce begins
A total of 91 combat clashes have been recorded along the frontline. Since the ceasefire was declared, Russian forces have generally adhered to its terms, but continue combat operations in certain areas, particularly using drones.
Ukrainian marine returns home after four years in Russian captivity
During a prisoner exchange, Yevhenii Demchuk, a marine from the village of Lvove in the Kherson region, has returned to Ukraine after spending four years in captivity.
Ukraine’s USFs hit over 24,000 pieces of Russian military equipment in 10 months
Over the 10 months since their establishment, the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have struck more than 24,000 pieces of Russian military equipment.
Military tax revenue rises 27.5%, budget receives over UAH 43B in Q1
In January–March 2026, Ukrainians paid UAH 43.5 billion in military tax to the state budget, which is UAH 9.4 billion more than during the same period last year.
Ukrenergo forecasts power restrictions on Monday, but only for industrial customers
On Monday, April 13, power rationing schedules will be in effect for industrial consumers across all regions of Ukraine from 4:00 p.m. to midnight.
Russians attack evacuation convoy with drones, kill own prisoners in Donetsk region
Russian invaders attacked a group of wounded soldiers in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, with drones during the declared ceasefire.
Russians attack evacuation convoy with drones, kill own prisoners in Donetsk region
Russian invaders attacked a group of wounded soldiers in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, with drones during the declared ceasefire.
Russian forces launch 55 attacks since start of day, most in Pokrovsk direction
Since the start of the day, the Russian army has attacked the positions of the Ukrainian Defense Forces 55 times. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors.
Center for Study of Occupation: Russians moving military equipment en masse from Berdiansk area to northern Donetsk region
Russian invaders are currently moving military equipment en masse from the Berdiansk area to the north of Donetsk region.
Lubinets to appeal to UN and Red Cross over shooting of Ukrainians during ceasefire
Dmytro Lubinets, the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights, will appeal to the UN and the International Committee of the Red Cross regarding the execution of four Ukrainian prisoners of war and an evacuation team during the Easter truce.
Seven new towers equipped with Pantsir systems built around Putin's residence in Valday
In March 2026, seven new towers equipped with Pantsir air defense systems were built around Vladimir Putin's residence in Valday.
Sweden detains dry cargo ship en route from Russia
On Sunday, April 12, Sweden reported that it had detained the Panamanian bulk carrier Hui Yuan, which is suspected of violating environmental laws—the coast guard’s aircraft recorded the bulk carrier dumping coal residues into the sea.
China announces partial resumption of ties with Taiwan
China has announced the resumption of certain previously suspended ties with Taiwan, including direct flights to cities across mainland China and the import of Taiwanese aquaculture products.
Russian forces shell Zolochiv in Kharkiv region; two people injured
On the morning of April 12, Russian forces shelled the village of Zolochiv in the Kharkiv region; two people were injured.
Ten police officers wounded in drone attack on Novooleksandrivka in Zaporizhzhia region
Ten police officers and one civilian were wounded in a Russian drone attack on Novooleksandrivka in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Budanov: New prisoner exchange to be prepared by end of next week
Kyrylo Budanov, Head of the Office of the President, stated that following the return of 182 Ukrainians, another prisoner exchange is being prepared by the end of next week.
Russian forces shell 19 settlements in Sumy region; casualties reported
Russian forces shelled 19 settlements in the Sumy region more than 70 times over the past 24 hours; there are casualties.
War update: 120 clashes and 2,299 ceasefire violations recorded on front lines
Over the past 24 hours, 120 combat clashes took place between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian troops. As of 7:00 a.m. on April 12, 2,299 ceasefire violations had been recorded.
Russian forces shell four settlements in Kharkiv region, causing damage
Russian forces shelled four settlements in the Kharkiv region over the past 24 hours, on April 11.
Partisans sabotage key transit hub for Russian military cargo to Zaporizhzhia front
Agents of the ATESH partisan movement destroyed a diesel locomotive near the Likhovskaya railway station in Russia’s Rostov region – a key transit point for military cargo heading toward the Zaporizhzhia front.