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Ukraine–Russia War News

Latest verified updates on Russia’s war in Ukraine, frontline shifts, drone warfare, Western support, occupied territories, and ceasefire diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS
Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU)—National military of Ukraine, defending against the Russian invasion since 2022
Russian Armed Forces—Conventional military forces of the Russian Federation conducting offensive operations
Volodymyr Zelensky—President of Ukraine
Vladimir Putin—President of Russia
NATO—North Atlantic Treaty Organization — providing military and financial support to Ukraine
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
Pokrovsk axisKursk incursion zoneZaporizhzhia frontCrimean PeninsulaBlack Sea corridor
KEY STATISTICS
CASUALTIESHundreds of thousands of military casualties on both sides (U.S. and European intelligence estimates, 2024)
DISPLACED6.3 million internally displaced within Ukraine; 6.5 million refugees abroad (UNHCR, 2024)
ESCALATIONFebruary 2022 — Full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine
Context reviewed 2025-04-01GLOSSARY →
LATEST INTELLIGENCE1,097 verified articles
Polish PM: Poland expects Russia may attack border crossing points with Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2h ago

Polish PM: Poland expects Russia may attack border crossing points with Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated on September 10 that Poland anticipates Russia may target its border crossing points with Ukraine, citing recent Russian attacks on crossings with Moldova. Tusk indicated this expectation is based on a CIA report and aligns with his ongoing warnings about potential Russian actions along the EU's eastern flank.

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Ukrainian intelligence agency shows how Russian drones are shot down using unmanned boats together with F-16 fighter jets – video
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2h ago

Ukrainian intelligence agency shows how Russian drones are shot down using unmanned boats together with F-16 fighter jets – video

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence agency released footage of a September 2026 operation where unmanned boats equipped with interceptor drones and F-16 fighter jets were used to counter a Russian drone attack on Kyiv. This demonstration showcased the synchronized integration of robotic naval assets with manned aircraft for layered air and water defense.

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Orthodox church sends medieval prince’s remains to Russian troops in Ukraine
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The Guardian Europe
left4h ago

Orthodox church sends medieval prince’s remains to Russian troops in Ukraine

The Russian Orthodox church sent a fragment of medieval prince Dmitry Donskoy's remains to troops in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine, stating the relic would spiritually strengthen soldiers for victory. The relic was brought to the Saur-Mogila war memorial in Donetsk for a prayer service, marking the church's deep integration with the Kremlin's war effort.

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DW News
center4h ago

North Korea spends war windfall on arms, infrastructure

The Ukraine war and Pyongyang's alliance with Moscow have delivered an economic boost to North Korea, allowing the regime to pursue a range of long-desired projects.

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Poland says it has lost about €113.5bn due to war in Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center6h ago

Poland says it has lost about €113.5bn due to war in Ukraine

Poland's Statistics Office reported that the country incurred losses of approximately €113.5 billion between 2022 and 2025 due to the war in Ukraine. These calculations, which account for aid provided, labor market shifts, and economic impacts, represent about 3.5% of Poland's combined GDP for that period.

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Russia continues to terrorise US businesses in Ukraine, foreign minister says
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Ukrainska Pravda
center6h ago

Russia continues to terrorise US businesses in Ukraine, foreign minister says

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that a Russian strike on the US-owned Bunge sunflower oil production facility in Dnipro, which killed two people, is part of Moscow's systematic terror campaign against American businesses. Sybiha highlighted the attack, which follows a similar incident in Sumy Oblast, as evidence of the urgent need for strengthened air defense and increased pressure on Russia.

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Russian drone incursion delays Zelensky flight
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BBC Europe
center7h ago

Russian drone incursion delays Zelensky flight

A Russian drone incursion into Moldovan airspace delayed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's flight from Chisinau to attend a state funeral in Oslo. The airspace closure lasted approximately one hour until authorities confirmed the drone had crashed 160km away, allowing Zelensky's plane to depart safely.

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Ukraine hits UAV ground control stations and other military targets in Russia and temporarily occupied territories
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7h ago

Ukraine hits UAV ground control stations and other military targets in Russia and temporarily occupied territories

On September 9-10, Ukrainian forces struck Russian military targets including UAV ground control stations in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia, command posts in Donetsk, an ammunition depot in Luhansk, and three radar stations in Russia's Bryansk Oblast. These strikes targeted infrastructure crucial for Russian drone operations and command and control capabilities.

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How Ukraine’s deepest attack in Russia, on Arctic gas, signals new reach
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Al Jazeera
center8h ago

How Ukraine’s deepest attack in Russia, on Arctic gas, signals new reach

On Wednesday, Ukraine launched its deepest-ever drone attack, hitting two Arctic gas condensate facilities in Novy Urengoy and Purovsky district, over 3,000km from its border, with low-cost FP-1 drones. This strike, targeting Russia's vital natural gas production region, signals Ukraine's expanded military reach and capability to inflict economic damage on Russia's energy sector.

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EU floats idea for using Russia's frozen assets that would ease Belgium's concerns
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8h ago

EU floats idea for using Russia's frozen assets that would ease Belgium's concerns

The EU has proposed a new plan to use Russia's frozen assets for Ukraine by moving them from Belgium's Euroclear to a new EU-controlled custodian, addressing Belgian legal concerns. Ukraine supports this idea, which would shift legal responsibility to the EU level, though a concrete mechanism and legislative proposal are still theoretical.

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Ukrainian forces strike oil infrastructure at Russia's ice-free port of Makhachkala
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10h ago

Ukrainian forces strike oil infrastructure at Russia's ice-free port of Makhachkala

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SOF) struck oil infrastructure at the Makhachkala Commercial Sea Port on Russia's Caspian Sea coast. This attack targeted a key logistical hub and an oil depot, impacting Russia's energy transport capabilities and its use as a delivery point for Iranian drones.

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Moldova rejects Russia's justification for strike on checkpoint on border with Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center11h ago

Moldova rejects Russia's justification for strike on checkpoint on border with Ukraine

Moldova's Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected Russia's claim that the Tudora-Starokozache border checkpoint was used for military logistics, stating the attack killed two civilians and was unjustified. The ministry condemned the strike, asserting that only civilians, not weapons, transit through Moldovan crossing points.

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Russian drones kill at least nine in strikes targeting warehouses and ports in Ukraine – Europe live
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The Guardian Europe
left11h ago

Russian drones kill at least nine in strikes targeting warehouses and ports in Ukraine – Europe live

The strikes come after it was revealed that Ukraine’s president Volodomyr Zelenskyy’s plane was almost by a drone when leaving Moldova this weekAt least nine people died in overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine, targeting warehouses and ports across the country. Five people were reported dead and 24 injured in the Sumy region, with four killed and 19 injured in a separate attack on Ukraine’s Black Sea port of Mykolaiv.

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Unmanned Systems Forces drones have hit 34 energy facilities in occupied territories in September
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Ukrainska Pravda
center12h ago

Unmanned Systems Forces drones have hit 34 energy facilities in occupied territories in September

Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces struck 34 energy facilities in Crimea and other occupied territories during the first week of September. Over two months, a total of 37 energy facilities in these areas were targeted as part of the Crimean Switch Off Operation.

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center12h ago

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Canada on September 9 for a three-day visit accompanied by First Lady Olena Zelenska, with planned events in Calgary, Toronto, and North Bay. The visit aims to deepen defense, economic, and energy cooperation and address the human cost of Russia's invasion, underscoring Canada's commitment to Ukraine's support.

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Battlefield sees 277 clashes over past day, with 44 of them on Pokrovsk front – Ukraine's General Staff
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Ukrainska Pravda
center12h ago

Battlefield sees 277 clashes over past day, with 44 of them on Pokrovsk front – Ukraine's General Staff

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders repelled 277 Russian assaults across various fronts, with the Pokrovsk front experiencing the highest intensity with 44 repelled attacks. Ukrainian aircraft, missile forces, and artillery also struck Russian personnel concentrations, artillery systems, and command posts.

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Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks are dragging on because Putin and Zelenskyy "hate each other"
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Ukrainska Pravda
center13h ago

Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks are dragging on because Putin and Zelenskyy "hate each other"

Former US President Donald Trump stated he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, who desires a deal to end the Ukraine war. Trump attributed the ongoing stalled negotiations to mutual animosity between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, though US and European intelligence officials remain skeptical of Putin's genuine interest in peace.

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Russia attacks Ukraine with 149 drones, air defence downs 128
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Ukrainska Pravda
center13h ago

Russia attacks Ukraine with 149 drones, air defence downs 128

Russian forces launched 149 drones, including Shahed and Gerbera types, from multiple locations across Russia and occupied Crimea on the night of September 9-10. As of 08:00, Ukrainian air defence forces reported destroying or jamming 128 of these drones, though hits were recorded at 13 locations and debris found at nine.

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Italy urges Zelenskyy to involve Rome and Warsaw in peace talks
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Ukrainska Pravda
center14h ago

Italy urges Zelenskyy to involve Rome and Warsaw in peace talks

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to include Italy and Poland in peace negotiations, advising against initiatives by small groups and suggesting broader EU involvement. Tajani stated that while Europe can contribute significantly, Kyiv should engage all EU countries rather than just the European Three (France, UK, Germany) in discussions.

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Russia loses 1,520 soldiers over past day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15h ago

Russia loses 1,520 soldiers over past day

Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia lost 1,520 soldiers and 69 artillery systems over the past day, bringing total personnel losses to 1,502,390 since February 24, 2022. The figures, which include killed and wounded, are being confirmed and represent ongoing combat losses.

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