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Ukrainian Drones Strike St. Petersburg During Economic Forum
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+79FTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeeradr-dknrk+71 more17d ago82 sources

Ukrainian Drones Strike St. Petersburg During Economic Forum

Ukrainian drones attacked targets in Saint Petersburg, including an oil refinery, causing large smoke clouds and fires, coinciding with the opening of Russia's major economic forum in the city. The strikes disrupted the event, which was expected to be attended by President Putin.

Russia Bans Aviation Fuel Exports Amid Refinery Attacks and Crimean Shortages
WorldReutersbloombergukrainska-pravda+33fazberlingskelsm-lvder-standardFrance 24irozhlasorfrzeczpospolita+25 more19d ago36 sources

Russia Bans Aviation Fuel Exports Amid Refinery Attacks and Crimean Shortages

Russia has banned aviation fuel exports, while a Volgograd oil refinery halted operations following a drone attack, leading to gasoline shortages and public outcry in Russian-occupied Crimea. These events highlight the impact of Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.

Ukraine War: Drone Attacks on Russia and Putin's Mediation Push
WorldAPReutersBBC+42The Guardianyle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetlsm-lvFrance 24+34 more22d ago45 sources

Ukraine War: Drone Attacks on Russia and Putin's Mediation Push

Ukrainian drones have continued to target Russian oil infrastructure, with reports of two deaths in the Belgorod region. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his suggestion for Gerhard Schröder to mediate on behalf of the EU in Ukraine peace talks, while also reportedly threatening Armenia with a 'Ukrainian scenario' over its EU integration goals.

Russian and Ukrainian Regions Hit by Deadly Strikes
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Russian and Ukrainian Regions Hit by Deadly Strikes

Russian forces launched attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Derhachi, Pavlohrad, and Kramatorsk, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries, including a child. Concurrently, Ukrainian drones and missiles struck Russian border regions like Belgorod and Yaroslavl, causing power outages and two fatalities.

Ukraine War: Drone Strikes and Battlefield Developments
PoliticsReutersNYTAl Jazeera+34yle-uutisetnostagesschauukrainska-pravdafazle-figarolsm-lvFrance 24+26 more1mo ago37 sources

Ukraine War: Drone Strikes and Battlefield Developments

The conflict in Ukraine continues with intensified drone attacks by both sides, including Ukrainian strikes on Moscow and Russian drones hitting Chernihiv and a Chinese cargo ship. Ukraine also reports seizing battlefield initiative and conducting clearing operations.

Russia and Ukraine Exchange Drone Attacks, Causing Injuries and Fires
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Russia and Ukraine Exchange Drone Attacks, Causing Injuries and Fires

Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine, injuring several people, while Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes on Russian territory, causing a large fire at a chemical plant and damaging an apartment building in Belgorod.

Russia Launches Record Drone Attacks on Ukraine in April
Worldle-mondeAl Jazeeranos+28ruvukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetberlingskele-figarolsm-lvder-standard+20 more1mo ago31 sources

Russia Launches Record Drone Attacks on Ukraine in April

Russia launched a record number of drones at Ukraine in April, targeting power facilities, critical infrastructure, and residential areas across the country. Ukrainian air defenses reportedly intercepted a high percentage of these drones, which also struck regions like Zhytomyr and Odesa.

Ukraine and Russia Conduct Major Prisoner Exchange
PoliticsAl Jazeeradr-dktagesschau+33ukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetberlingskele-figaroFrance 24irozhlasorf+25 more1mo ago36 sources

Ukraine and Russia Conduct Major Prisoner Exchange

Ukraine and Russia carried out a significant prisoner exchange, with 193 Ukrainian defenders returning home in exchange for 193 Russian prisoners of war. This exchange saw a total of 386 individuals repatriated by both sides.

Russia Lists European Targets, Provoking Diplomatic Response
Technologyhelsingin-sanomatnosfaz+31le-figarolsm-lvirozhlasorftvn24aktualne-czBusiness Insiderdelfi-lt+23 more2mo ago34 sources

Russia Lists European Targets, Provoking Diplomatic Response

Russia has reportedly identified European drone manufacturers and other entities as legitimate targets, and published a map of potential targets in Europe. This has led to diplomatic actions, including Czechia summoning the Russian ambassador to address the threats.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cause Fire at Russia's Ust-Luga Oil Port in Largest Attack of Year
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cause Fire at Russia's Ust-Luga Oil Port in Largest Attack of Year

Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale overnight drone strike on Russia’s Leningrad Oblast, causing explosions and a fire at the Ust-Luga oil port, which handles significant oil exports, and hitting energy infrastructure. Authorities confirmed firefighters are battling the blaze at the Baltic Sea port in what is described as the largest drone attack of the year.

Zelensky Holds 'Positive' Talks with US Envoys on Ukraine War
WorldBBCThe GuardianAl Jazeera+30yle-uutisetukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetberlingskeDWsvenska-dagbladetFrance 24+22 more12d ago33 sources

Zelensky Holds 'Positive' Talks with US Envoys on Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced he had 'positive' discussions with American envoys, including Witkoff and Kushner, regarding the reactivation of negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. This comes as Russia continues its attacks, with reports of multiple deaths in eastern Ukraine.

WHO Office in Kyiv Damaged by Russian Air Strikes
Worldder-standardorfindex-hr+4n1-serbiaTimes of Indiadanasvijesti-me27d ago7 sources

WHO Office in Kyiv Damaged by Russian Air Strikes

The World Health Organization (WHO) office in Kyiv, Ukraine, sustained damage from debris following multiple Russian air strikes on the city. This incident highlights the impact of the conflict on international humanitarian organizations.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Belgorod Residential Building
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Belgorod Residential Building

A Ukrainian drone struck a residential building in Belgorod, Russia, causing injuries to at least nine people, including one child. The attack highlights ongoing cross-border hostilities in the region.

Putin Replaces Border Governors, Highlights Nuclear Strength
TechnologyThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeera+34helsingin-sanomatukrainska-pravdafazle-figarolsm-lvFrance 24die-presseaktualne-cz+26 more1mo ago37 sources

Putin Replaces Border Governors, Highlights Nuclear Strength

Russian President Vladimir Putin replaced the governors of the Belgorod and Bryansk regions, which border Ukraine, following their resignations. Concurrently, Putin made statements emphasizing Russia's unparalleled nuclear weapons and hinted at a potential end to the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine Summons Israeli Envoy Over Alleged Stolen Grain Shipment
PoliticsAPukrainska-pravdafaz+17lsm-lvtvn24aktualne-czdelfi-ltdigi24forbesindex-hraktuality-sk+9 more1mo ago20 sources

Ukraine Summons Israeli Envoy Over Alleged Stolen Grain Shipment

Ukraine summoned Israel's ambassador to protest the arrival of a Russian vessel in Haifa, which was reportedly carrying grain stolen from Ukrainian occupied territories. Kyiv delivered a protest note regarding the incident.

Ukraine: Charkiw unter Dauerbeschuss
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Ukraine: Charkiw unter Dauerbeschuss

Bei russischen Angriffen rund um Charkiw kommen zwei Menschen ums Leben. Die Ukraine attackiert Ziele in Belgorod und Leningrad.

Ukraine Steps Up Attacks on Russian Oil Industry, Russia Bans Gasoline Exports
Businessle-mondeCNNnrk+21helsingin-sanomatukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetberlingskele-figarosvenska-dagbladetirozhlasrzeczpospolita+13 more2mo ago24 sources

Ukraine Steps Up Attacks on Russian Oil Industry, Russia Bans Gasoline Exports

Ukraine has intensified its attacks on the Russian oil industry, leading to a reduction in refinery capacity and prompting Russia to announce a ban on gasoline exports in response to the strikes on its oil infrastructure.

Russia, Belarus Hold Joint Nuclear Drills; Putin Calls Weapons 'Last Resort'
WorldbloombergAl Jazeeranzz+36yle-uutisethelsingin-sanomatukrainska-pravdafazberlingskele-figarorzeczpospolitadie-presse+28 more1mo ago39 sources

Russia, Belarus Hold Joint Nuclear Drills; Putin Calls Weapons 'Last Resort'

Russia and Belarus conducted joint military exercises involving nuclear forces, which President Putin monitored. Following the drills, Putin reiterated that the use of nuclear weapons would be a 'last resort' for Russia's security.

Russia, Ukraine Swap 410 War Prisoners
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Russia, Ukraine Swap 410 War Prisoners

Russia and Ukraine completed a significant prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 205 captured soldiers. This swap resulted in 410 prisoners of war being returned to their respective countries.

Kyiv Declares Mourning After Deadly Russian Attacks
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Kyiv Declares Mourning After Deadly Russian Attacks

Kyiv declared a day of mourning following a series of large-scale Russian missile and drone attacks that killed multiple people and caused widespread damage. Ukrainian forces reported intercepting many projectiles while also launching counter-strikes.

Russia Launches Extensive Missile and Drone Attacks Across Ukraine
PoliticsAl Jazeeradr-dknos+20ruvukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetle-figaroFrance 24orfdie-presse+12 more1mo ago23 sources

Russia Launches Extensive Missile and Drone Attacks Across Ukraine

Russia conducted widespread missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, with air defenses downing many UAVs but still resulting in casualties and damage in regions like Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv. Concurrently, Ukrainian attacks were reported to have significantly impacted Russian oil refinery production, bringing it to a 17-year low.

Ukraine Accuses Israel of Importing Stolen Grain, Threatens Sanctions
WorldAPBBCle-monde+49Al Jazeeranrknosukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetberlingskeDW+41 more1mo ago52 sources

Ukraine Accuses Israel of Importing Stolen Grain, Threatens Sanctions

Ukraine has accused Israel of importing grain allegedly stolen by Russia and warned of potential sanctions. The European Union has also reportedly contacted Israel regarding a Russian ship suspected of carrying the illicit cargo.

Russian Spy Network Plotting EU Assassinations Exposed in Ukraine
PoliticsReutersBBCThe Guardian+43Al Jazeeradr-dkruvukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetberlingskele-figarosvenska-dagbladet+35 more1mo ago46 sources

Russian Spy Network Plotting EU Assassinations Exposed in Ukraine

Law enforcement in Ukraine has exposed an international Russian spy network allegedly planning contract killings and sabotage, including in EU countries. Several individuals, including Moldovan citizens, have been detained in connection with the plot.

Ukrainian Drones Attack Russia's Ust-Luga Baltic Port, Causing Fire
Worlddr-dkhelsingin-sanomatnos+30ruvukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetberlingskeSCMPrzeczpospolitatvn24el-mundo+22 more2mo ago33 sources

Ukrainian Drones Attack Russia's Ust-Luga Baltic Port, Causing Fire

A drone strike, reportedly by Ukraine, triggered a fire at Russia's major Baltic port of Ust-Luga, a key oil exporting hub, causing new damage after being hit for a second time in days, with regional governor Alexander Drozdenko reporting 36 drones shot down.