Russia loses 254 troops per square kilometre

Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has said Russia's losses in the war against Ukraine has reached a level exceeding its mobilisation rate, standing at 254 troops for every square kilometre.

By Yevhen Kizilov

Ukraine retakes 50 sq km of territory in March, army chief says - The Straits Times

Ukraine retakes 50 sq km of territory in March, army chief says  The Straits Times

Ukraine seeks clarification from Israel over Russian ‘shadow fleet’ ship docking in Haifa

The Ukrainian Embassy in Israel expressed “deep concern” over the incident, stating that the shipment may constitute “a blatant violation of international law and Ukraine’s territorial sovereignty.”

Ukrainian drones over Abkhazia raise uncomfortable questions for authorities

A mass drone incursion in March raised questions over the authorities’ ability to defend Abkhazia — and in its willingness to warn its own people.

By Lana Agrba

Ukrainian Drones Reportedly Target Petrochemical Plant in Bashkortostan

The Sterlitamak Nitrogen-Hydrogen Plant produces ammonia, nitrogen-based fertilizers and chemical components used in jet fuel.

Russia’s Leningrad Region shot down 243 Ukrainian drones in the first 3 months of 2026, governor says

Leningrad Region shot down 243 Ukrainian drones in the first three months of 2026, Governor Alexander Drozdenko told the regional legislative assembly.

Kyiv raises alarm over Russian ship docking in Israel with stolen Ukrainian grain - The Kyiv Independent

Kyiv raises alarm over Russian ship docking in Israel with stolen Ukrainian grain  The Kyiv Independent

Combined attack on Ukraine: air defense downs 20 missiles, 349 drones

From 09:00 to 22:00 on April 15, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with 21 missiles and 361 strike drones. As of 22:00, 20 missiles and 349 drones had been shot down or suppressed.