Iran attacks two cities in Bahrain despite ceasefire
Despite the declared ceasefire, Iran attacked Bahrain with drones—explosions were heard near the capital on Wednesday morning.
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08 April 2026
New remotely controlled “camouflaged” mine found in Kherson
A new type of mine has been found in Kherson; it features electronic controls and a combined-action mechanism, but appears to be a bundle of cloth.
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.
DIU disables Russians’ last railway ferry in Kerch Strait
Special forces of the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine have neutralized the Russians’ last railway ferry in the Kerch Strait.
Russians transfer military equipment through Mariupol toward Huliaipole, says Andriushchenko
The occupiers have been observed moving military equipment and personnel through Mariupol toward Huliaipole.
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.
Residents report explosions in three Russian regions, ammunition arsenal targeted – media
On Tuesday, April 7, residents of Russia's Moscow, Vladimir, and Yaroslavl regions reported at least three explosions at the same time. An engineering munitions arsenal may have been among the targets.
Russians attack 19 settlements in Chernihiv region over past day
Over the past day, Russian forces shelled 19 settlements in the Chernihiv region, with 30 attacks and 57 explosions recorded.
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.
Fuel depot on fire after shelling in Feodosia – social media
In Feodosia, in temporarily occupied Crimea, a fuel depot caught fire as a result of shelling during the night of April 8.
Ukraine importing necessary volumes of fuel – Zelensky
Ukraine is importing the necessary volumes of fuel, with supply efforts continuing in cooperation with European partners and countries in the Middle East.
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.
Russian strikes leave 4,500 consumers without electricity in Zaporizhzhia region
Yesterday evening, Russian attacks cut power to about 4,500 subscribers in two settlements of the Zaporizhzhia region.
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.
Rivne resident jailed for spying on Ukrainian airfields for Russian missile strikes
A resident of the Rivne region who directed enemy missiles at Ukrainian airfields has been sentenced to eight years in prison.
Ukrainian scientists install new air quality monitoring devices in Antarctica and World Ocean
Ukrainian scientists have installed additional air quality monitoring instruments at the Akademik Vernadsky Station and aboard the Noosfera research icebreaker.
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.
Over 9,000 frontline missions in March: Ukraine’s Defense Forces expanding use of ground robots
In March, Ukraine’s Defense Forces carried out more than 9,000 combat and logistics missions using unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), significantly increasing their use on the frontline compared to previous months.
U.S. and Iran preparing for in-person peace talks – CNN
In the coming days, in-person talks may take place between the U.S. administration and representatives of Iran, aimed at finalizing the terms of a lasting peace.
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.
Lubinets: Over 169,000 Ukrainians left without pensions in April
Dmytro Lubinets, the Verkhovna Rada’s Human Rights Commissioner, stated that more than 169,000 Ukrainians were left without pension payments in April due to bureaucratic delays.