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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 INTELLIGENCE1,761 verified articles
Russia and US envoys meet in US – CNN
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Russia and US envoys meet in US – CNN

Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev met with US President Donald Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in New York on September 24 to discuss cooperation and ending the Russia-Ukraine war. The meeting followed an earlier discussion between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the same topic.

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Russian forces strike Zaporizhzhia in morning attack: 2 injured, hospital and ambulances damaged – photos, video
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Russian forces strike Zaporizhzhia in morning attack: 2 injured, hospital and ambulances damaged – photos, video

Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia on the morning of September 25, damaging a hospital and other medical facilities, and injuring two civilians. The State Emergency Service reported that rescue workers evacuated seven patients from a damaged medical facility, and extinguished a fire, while residential buildings and vehicles were also hit by the drone strikes.

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Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka fronts see over 50 Russian attacks repelled – Ukraine's General Staff
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka fronts see over 50 Russian attacks repelled – Ukraine's General Staff

Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian defenders repelled over 50 Russian assaults on the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka fronts, with a total of 236 combat clashes occurring across various sectors. The Ukrainian General Staff reported these actions, indicating continued intense fighting along multiple axes of advance.

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Russia attacks Ukraine with 295 drones: 267 downed
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Russia attacks Ukraine with 295 drones: 267 downed

Russian forces launched 295 attack drones, including Shahed and Gerbera types, from multiple Russian cities and occupied Ukrainian territories since the evening of September 24. Ukrainian air defence forces reported destroying or jamming 267 of these drones, though 16 locations sustained hits and debris landed in four areas, with the attack ongoing as of the morning of September 25.

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Zelenskyy meets Wall Street executives to discuss Ukraine's reconstruction
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Zelenskyy meets Wall Street executives to discuss Ukraine's reconstruction

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with over 20 Wall Street executives in New York on September 23 to discuss attracting investment for Ukraine's reconstruction and economic support. The talks, organized by Citigroup and the US Chamber of Commerce, focused on navigating the winter, establishing a sovereign wealth fund, and strengthening Ukraine's economy amid ongoing Russian strikes.

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Russia loses 1,590 soldiers and 35 artillery systems over past day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Russia loses 1,590 soldiers and 35 artillery systems over past day

Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia lost 1,590 soldiers and 35 artillery systems in the past day, bringing total personnel losses to an estimated 1,525,570 since February 24, 2022. These figures, which include losses in tanks, armored vehicles, and drones, are currently being confirmed.

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Ukraine war briefing: Finland urges Elon Musk to expand Kyiv’s Starlink coverage over Russia
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The Guardian Europe
left10d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Finland urges Elon Musk to expand Kyiv’s Starlink coverage over Russia

Finnish President Alexander Stubb urged SpaceX owner Elon Musk to expand Starlink coverage over Russian territory to aid Ukraine in targeting missile launchers, as Ukraine faces a severe shortage of air defenses. This plea comes amid heightened warnings from Danish intelligence about potential Russian attacks on NATO countries and a recent fire at a Polish Starlink station, which authorities are investigating as sabotage.

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The long-range drone war: Ukraine and Russia scramble for supremacy in the skies
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The Guardian Europe
left11d ago

The long-range drone war: Ukraine and Russia scramble for supremacy in the skies

Ukrainian drone crews, including the 413 Raid regiment, are conducting nightly long-range missions using Fire Point FP-2 drones to strike military, industrial, and economic targets over 200 miles away in occupied Luhansk. This reflects a pivot in the conflict towards drone warfare, with both Ukraine and Russia developing advanced capabilities, though the balance of power remains uncertain.

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Priest killed and four injured in knife attack at Polish abbey
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BBC Europe
center10d ago

Priest killed and four injured in knife attack at Polish abbey

A 31-year-old Ukrainian man fatally stabbed a priest and injured four others at a Catholic abbey in JarosÅaw, Poland, on Thursday morning. Polish authorities have arrested the suspect and launched an investigation into his motives, with both Polish and Ukrainian leaders condemning the violence and vowing legal repercussions.

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Ukrainians in UK fear homelessness over host scheme funding cuts
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The Guardian Europe
left10d ago

Ukrainians in UK fear homelessness over host scheme funding cuts

The UK government announced a 70% cut to funding for hosts of the Homes for Ukraine scheme, reducing monthly payments from £350 to £100 and overall contributions from £5,900 to £3,300 per arrival, effective January 2027. This change has led to fears among Ukrainian refugees of potential homelessness as hosts may no longer be able to provide accommodation.

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Zelenskyy announces agreement on Patriot interceptor missiles for Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Zelenskyy announces agreement on Patriot interceptor missiles for Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an agreement with an unspecified partner for a package of Patriot air defence missiles for Ukraine. This development is a significant contribution to strengthening the country's air defence capabilities, though specific details regarding the provider and quantity remain undisclosed.

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Ukrainian man kills one, wounds four in Poland abbey knife attack
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Al Jazeera
center10d ago

Ukrainian man kills one, wounds four in Poland abbey knife attack

A 31-year-old Ukrainian national killed one person and wounded four others in a knife attack at a Benedictine abbey in Jaroslaw, Poland, on Thursday morning. The motive for the attack, which targeted clergy and worshippers, remains unclear, and Polish authorities have vowed to prosecute the perpetrator with full severity.

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Russia could attack a Nato country within months, Danish intelligence says
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The Guardian Europe
left10d ago

Russia could attack a Nato country within months, Danish intelligence says

Danish intelligence warned of a "low but growing risk" that Russia could launch long-range strikes on NATO infrastructure or conduct a limited incursion into a neighboring country within months. This warning follows a suspected Russian sabotage incident at a Starlink station in Poland, disrupting Ukrainian military communications and highlighting escalating hybrid warfare tactics.

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Le Pen supports invitation of Putin to G20 summit – Politico
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Le Pen supports invitation of Putin to G20 summit – Politico

Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally party, stated her support for inviting Russian President Vladimir Putin to the December G20 summit in Miami. Le Pen indicated that any initiative aimed at ending the war in Ukraine is welcome, contrasting with concerns raised by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

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Former commander-in-chief Zaluzhnyi: Russia continues to receive imported components, and could strike beyond Ukraine tomorrow
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Former commander-in-chief Zaluzhnyi: Russia continues to receive imported components, and could strike beyond Ukraine tomorrow

Former Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi warned that Russia continues to receive imported components, enabling round-the-clock strikes on Ukrainian cities and increasing weapons production. He stated that failure to stop these supplies risks Russia directing its weapons against other countries tomorrow.

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Ukrainian artillery troops strike Russian equipment and positions in Huliaipole – video
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Ukrainian artillery troops strike Russian equipment and positions in Huliaipole – video

Ukrainian artillery troops from the 7th Air Assault Corps and 44th Separate Artillery Brigade struck Russian personnel, armored vehicles, and artillery systems, including a T-55 tank, in Huliaipole, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. These strikes aimed to reduce the Russian offensive potential in an area where the city's built-up environment facilitates the accumulation of enemy forces and equipment.

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EU approves nearly €3bn for Ukraine for implementing 10 reforms under Ukraine Facilit
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

EU approves nearly €3bn for Ukraine for implementing 10 reforms under Ukraine Facilit

The Council of the EU approved nearly €3 billion for Ukraine, comprising a mix of grants and loans, following the country's successful implementation of 10 reforms under the Ukraine Facility. This payment signifies Ukraine meeting 88% of its target steps to date, with Norway also contributing approximately €92 million in non-repayable assistance.

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Russian attacks kill eight people across Ukraine as US steps up diplomacy
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Al Jazeera
center10d ago

Russian attacks kill eight people across Ukraine as US steps up diplomacy

Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people on Thursday, including six at a farm in Kharkiv region and two in Kyiv, while Poland scrambled aircraft to secure its airspace. The strikes occurred as the US intensified diplomatic efforts, meeting with Russian and Ukrainian officials to discuss the war's global economic impact.

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Zelenskyy on life after presidency: I want to walk down the street without anyone hating me or wanting to kill me
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Ukrainska Pravda
center10d ago

Zelenskyy on life after presidency: I want to walk down the street without anyone hating me or wanting to kill me

Zelenskyy has said he is trying to do his job so that after the war and his presidency he can remain in Ukraine without people wanting to kill him or hating him.

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine sent two North Korean POWs to South Korea
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Al Jazeera
center11d ago

Zelenskyy says Ukraine sent two North Korean POWs to South Korea

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine transferred two North Korean prisoners of war to South Korea, who were captured in Russia's Kursk region in January 2025. Zelenskyy criticized North Korea's involvement in the war and questioned the fate of its soldiers fighting for Russia, while South Korea declined to confirm operational details of the transfer.

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