Ukraine needs EUR 5B to fund resilience plans, Deputy PM Kuleba
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16 April 2026
Drone attack sparks fire at Tuapse oil refinery in Russia
A fire has been reported at an oil refinery in the city of Tuapse in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai following a drone attack.
Odesa hit by waves of Russian attacks: Eight killed, 16 wounded
Eight people were killed and 16 others injured as a result of a nighttime Russian attack on Odesa.
Ukrainian forces repel 36 assaults in Pokrovsk sector as 153 clashes recorded along frontline in one day
A total of 153 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops were recorded along the frontline on April 15, with the heaviest fighting taking place in the Pokrovsk sector.
Russian attack on Kyiv leaves four dead, 54 wounded
As a result of a combined Russian attack on April 16, 54 people were injured and four were killed in Kyiv, including a 12-year-old boy.
Ukraine’s air defenses intercept 667 targets during large-scale Russian attack
Ukraine’s air defense forces neutralized 19 Russian Kh-101 cruise missiles, eight Iskander-M/S-400 ballistic missiles, four Iskander-K cruise missiles, and 636 drones between 7:00 on April 15 and 7:00 on April 16.
War Goes Robotic: The New Face of Land Combat
Enemy drone strikes high-rise in Kyiv’s Podil district
During a morning attack on Kyiv, a Russian drone struck a high-rise building in the Podil district.
Russian army loses 1,100 troops in single day of war against Ukraine
Total combat losses among Russian troops from February 24, 2022, to April 16, 2026, in the war against Ukraine amount to approximately 1,315,070 personnel, including 1,100 over the past 24 hours.
Nighttime Russian attack on Odesa kills seven, wounds 11
Seven people were killed and 11 others were injured as a result of a nighttime attack by Russia on Odesa.
Death toll from Russian attack on Kyiv rises to four, 45 injured
In Kyiv, the death toll from last night’s Russian attack has risen to four, with 45 people injured.
21,400 civilians remain in active combat zone in Donetsk region
There are currently 21,400 civilians remaining in the Donetsk region within the active combat zone.
Drone attack on Kharkiv injures two, damages gas pipeline
Russian UAVs struck Kharkiv. One of the “suicide drones” hit near residential buildings in the Industrial District. In the Nemyshlyanskyi District, several private homes were damaged, a gas pipeline was severed, and two people are reported to have been injured.
Russian attack sparks fire at factory in Kyiv region
Russian troops attacked the Bila Tserkva district in the Kyiv region, causing a fire at a local facility.
Russian agents detained in Dnipro and Odesa for arson and sabotage – SBU
In Dnipro and Odesa, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the National Police of Ukraine have detained two agents of the Russian Federation who carried out arson attacks and acts of sabotage.
First IMF program review scheduled for June – Finance Ministry
The first review of Ukraine’s program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled for June 2026. If successful, Ukraine will receive USD 686 million (SDR 503 million).
Mykolaiv Territorial Defense troops test Wolly remote fire control module
Territorial Defense servicemen in Mykolaiv are testing the Wolly remotely controlled combat module, which allows a soldier to remain at a significant distance from the firing position.
Platoon commander explains how Ukraine’s 123rd Territorial Defense Brigade adapts ground drones for frontline needs
Servicemen of Ukraine’s 123rd Territorial Defense Brigade are adapting unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) to meet the real demands of the battlefield.
Ukraine and Germany to establish coordination committee on mineral resources
Ukraine and Germany have signed a memorandum of cooperation in geology and mineral resource management, which provides for the creation of a joint coordination committee on mineral resources.
Russian forces destroy historic wooden school in occupied Mariupol – city council
In temporarily occupied Mariupol, Russian forces have destroyed a unique historical landmark – the Gogol wooden school, built in 1911.
15 April 2026
Combined attack on Ukraine: air defense downs 20 missiles, 349 drones
From 09:00 to 22:00 on April 15, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with 21 missiles and 361 strike drones. As of 22:00, 20 missiles and 349 drones had been shot down or suppressed.
War update: 133 combat clashes on front since dawn
Russian forces attacked Ukrainian defensive positions 133 times since the beginning of the day, with 33 assaults recorded in the Pokrovsk sector.
Zelensky discusses security and support for Ukraine with Italian President
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Italian President Sergio Mattarella to discuss security issues in Europe and the Middle East, and to thank Italy for its support of Ukraine and assistance to its energy sector.
Russian strike on Odesa high-rise leaves one dead, six wounded
In Odesa, a Russian attack on a residential high-rise building has left one person dead and six others injured.
Netherlands to invest €248 million in drones for Ukraine
Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius announced during a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group that the Netherlands would invest €248 million in drones for Ukraine.
Zelensky summarizes results of UDCG meeting
Following the latest Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting, allies announced new support packages, particularly in air defense, drones, and logistics, and confirmed contributions to joint defense programs.
U.S., Iran consider extending ceasefire by two weeks – Bloomberg
The United States and Iran are considering extending their ceasefire, which is set to expire on Tuesday, April 21, by another two weeks to allow more time for negotiations on a potential peace agreement.
PM Svyrydenko attends U.S.-Ukraine Forum in Washington
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko, together with her government team, has begun a working visit to Washington.
Ukraine to create drone-assault units – Defense Ministry
Ukraine will introduce drone-assault units that integrate unmanned systems with ground forces.
Police: Remote mining of residential areas increasing in Kherson
In Kherson, there has been a reported increase in the intensity of remote mining of residential neighborhoods by Russian forces; currently, the most common types of mines used by the enemy for this purpose are the “Peliustky” and “Prianyk.”