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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 INTELLIGENCE1,875 verified articles
Russian attack on Ukraine Kyiv kills 12 - year - old child , wounds 10 | Russia - Ukraine war News
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aljazeera.com
center176d ago

Russian attack on Ukraine Kyiv kills 12 - year - old child , wounds 10 | Russia - Ukraine war News

Russian attacks on Kyiv on Thursday killed a 12-year-old boy and a woman, wounding at least 18, with damage reported in multiple districts. A separate attack in Dnipro killed one person and wounded ten, as Ukrainian officials reported further casualties in Kharkiv and Odessa.

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Ukraine war briefing: Netherlands to spend almost $300m on making drones for Ukraine
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The Guardian Europe
left176d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Netherlands to spend almost $300m on making drones for Ukraine

Nato promises not to lose sight of Ukraine conflict; Russia attacks Kyiv. What we know on day 1,512The Netherlands will spend 248m euros ($293m) on producing drones for Ukraine, Dutch defence minister Dilan Yesilgoz-Zegerius said on Wednesday.

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Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 14, including a child, authorities say
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Al Jazeera
center176d ago

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 14, including a child, authorities say

Deadly attacks hit Kyiv, Odesa, and Dnipro, while Russia says two children killed in Ukrainian attacks.

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DW News
center177d ago

Germany, the UK warn the Iran war distracts from Ukraine and oil price rises help Russia

Germany and the UK warned at a Ukraine defense meeting in Berlin that the war in Iran distracts from Ukraine and benefits Russia, as oil price rises fund Putin's invasion. Both nations pledged continued military aid to Ukraine, including Patriot missiles and drones, to counter Russia's aggression.

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‘Don’t lose sight of Ukraine,’ Nato chief tells European allies – as it happened
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The Guardian Europe
left177d ago

‘Don’t lose sight of Ukraine,’ Nato chief tells European allies – as it happened

This blog is now closedMeanwhile, Nato chief Mark Rutte urged members of the military alliance not to “lose sight” of the Ukraine conflict, and to boost their backing for Kyiv to $60bn in 2026, AFP reported. His comments came at the start of a meeting in Berlin of defence ministers from Ukraine’s key supporters, including Germany and Britain, with the conflict against Russia now in its fifth year.

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Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany
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Al Jazeera
center178d ago

Ukraine strikes drone production, military support deal with Germany

Germany will get access to Ukraine's cutting-edge drone expertise in return for extra help in war against Russia.

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Zelenskyy hails Magyar’s win over Orbán as ‘the victory of light over darkness’ in Hungary – as it happened
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The Guardian Europe
left178d ago

Zelenskyy hails Magyar’s win over Orbán as ‘the victory of light over darkness’ in Hungary – as it happened

Ukrainian leader hopes for ‘pragmatic’ and ‘friendly’ relations with new government in contrast with hostility of previous pro-Russian regimein BerlinAt his press conference with Zelenskyy, Germany’s chancellor Friedrich Merz also welcomed Péter Magyar’s decisive victory, saying it would have “implications for our support for Ukraine”. “More Hungarians than ever before cast their votes.

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Global oil demand to plunge amid disruptions caused by war on Iran : IEA
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aljazeera.com
center178d ago

Global oil demand to plunge amid disruptions caused by war on Iran : IEA

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has reduced its global oil demand forecast, predicting a fall of 80,000 barrels per day this year due to disruptions from the US-Israel war on Iran. These disruptions, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, have caused the largest oil supply disruption in history, impacting global economies and energy security.

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The Sea of Azov: Ukraine’s loss but hardly Russia’s gain
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Al Jazeera
center178d ago

The Sea of Azov: Ukraine’s loss but hardly Russia’s gain

Russia seized control of Ukraine's Sea of Azov in 2022, crippling Ukraine's economy and losing significant industrial assets. Analysts suggest Russia's gains are minimal, with key infrastructure destroyed and limited economic benefit derived from the occupied territory.

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Ukraine war briefing: Hungary’s new leader says he would ask Putin to end the killing in Ukraine
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The Guardian Europe
left178d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Hungary’s new leader says he would ask Putin to end the killing in Ukraine

Péter Magyar would ‘talk to Russian president, but won’t initiate contact’; Ukraine welcomes defeat of Orbán. What we know on day 1,511Péter Magyar, Hungary’s new leader, said he would ask Vladimir Putin to end the killing in Ukraine if they speak, and plans to review Hungary’s Russian energy contracts and renegotiate them if needed.

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Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war
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BBC Europe
center178d ago

Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war

Russia has offered "pragmatic" relations, but Péter Magyar says he will not call Vladimir Putin himself.

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What does Péter Magyar’s win in Hungary mean for the EU and Ukraine?
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The Guardian Europe
left179d ago

What does Péter Magyar’s win in Hungary mean for the EU and Ukraine?

Péter Magyar's victory in Hungary signals a potential shift in the country's relationship with the EU, moving away from Orbán's obstructionism towards closer cooperation. While Magyar's stance on aid to Ukraine remains somewhat aligned with his predecessor, his stated aim to repair EU relations suggests a less confrontational approach to international policy.

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EU relieved to see back of Orbán but Magyar’s Hungary may still present problems
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The Guardian Europe
left179d ago

EU relieved to see back of Orbán but Magyar’s Hungary may still present problems

Following Viktor Orbán's defeat, the EU anticipates Péter Magyar will lift Hungary's vetoes on Ukraine aid and Russian sanctions, though his stance on accession and sanctions raises concerns. Magyar's immediate priority is to unfreeze EU funds, while migration and energy policy may present ongoing challenges for Hungary's reintegration into EU norms.

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Ukraine war briefing: Easter truce expires as both sides accuse the other of violations
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The Guardian Europe
left179d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Easter truce expires as both sides accuse the other of violations

Ukraine records more than 2,000 violations, Russia claims 1,900. Zelenskyy congratulates Hungary’s Péter Magyar.

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Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of breaching Easter ceasefire
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Al Jazeera
center180d ago

Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of breaching Easter ceasefire

Ukraine and Russia accused each other of violating an Orthodox Easter ceasefire, with both sides reporting thousands of breaches. Russia stated the truce would not be extended unless Ukraine accepted its terms for ending the conflict.

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Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations
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BBC Europe
center180d ago

Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations

Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations during an Orthodox Easter truce, with both sides reporting attacks and counter-attacks. The temporary ceasefire, initiated by Russia, was intended to coincide with Easter celebrations, but both nations claimed significant breaches by the other.

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'We need real peace': Easter truce fails to lift grim mood in war-torn Ukraine
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BBC Europe
center180d ago

'We need real peace': Easter truce fails to lift grim mood in war-torn Ukraine

An Orthodox Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine began Saturday afternoon but was quickly violated, with air raid sirens heard in Kharkiv shortly after its commencement. Ukrainian President Zelensky offered to extend the truce into a lasting ceasefire for peace talks, but Russia rejected this, stating its attacks would resume fully on Monday.

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From brutal occupation to brazen recruitment : Russia turns Bucha residents against their own
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theguardian.com
left180d ago

From brutal occupation to brazen recruitment : Russia turns Bucha residents against their own

Russian intelligence services are reportedly recruiting Ukrainians, including minors, through online platforms to carry out sabotage attacks against their own country. These recruits are often motivated by money or coercion, aiming to spread fear and distrust, as seen in a recent bombing incident in Bucha.

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We need real peace : Easter truce fails to lift grim mood in war - torn Ukraine
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bbc.co.uk
center180d ago

We need real peace : Easter truce fails to lift grim mood in war - torn Ukraine

An Orthodox Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine began Saturday afternoon but was quickly followed by air raid sirens and reported ceasefire violations. Ukrainian officials and citizens expressed low expectations for the 32-hour pause, with many fearing renewed intense attacks after its conclusion.

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Russian drone attacks persist despite Kremlin’s Easter ceasefire, Ukrainian forces say
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The Guardian Europe
left180d ago

Russian drone attacks persist despite Kremlin’s Easter ceasefire, Ukrainian forces say

Despite a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire, Russia continued drone attacks on Ukrainian positions in eastern Ukraine, according to a Ukrainian military officer. Ukraine reported 469 truce violations, while Russia stated it shot down numerous Ukrainian drones and confirmed a prisoner exchange.

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