Russia’s Overnight Drone, Missile Attack on Dnipro Injures Four
Russian drones and missiles struck Dnipro early Saturday, sparking fires and damaging homes, with casualty information not immediately available.
April 25, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Tu-95 Bombers Launch Cruise Missiles from Caspian Sea
Ukraine’s Air Force said Russian strategic bombers likely launched cruise missiles from the Caspian Sea area overnight, urging civilians not to ignore air raid alerts.
April 25, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Visits Azerbaijan for Security, Energy Talks
The president’s first South Caucasus visit since 2022 comes as Baku and Moscow move to ease tensions following the 2024 AZAL plane downing.
April 25, 2026
Ukraine War News Today - Top Stories and Breaking Updates from Kyiv Post
Follow today’s breaking news from Ukraine. Key updates, major headlines, and top stories — all in one place. Updated daily by KyivPost.
April 25, 2026
Ukraine
State Department Appoints Tommy Pigott as New Spokesperson
Pigott previously emphasized direct Russia-Ukraine negotiations and defended the Trump administration’s “trade over aid” approach to foreign policy.
April 25, 2026
Ukraine
Belarus Militarizing but Unlikely to Launch Independent Attack on Ukraine
An opposition figure said Belarus is preparing for war but lacks the capacity to act independently, while Ukrainian officials report no immediate danger.
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
Trump Says Prince Harry Does Not Speak for the UK
The exchange followed Prince Harry’s visit to Kyiv and remarks urging Washington to honor its diplomatic commitments and push for an end to the war.
April 24, 2026
Europe
NATO: PURL Weapons Supplies to Ukraine Ongoing
The alliance said the flow of US‑supplied weapons to Ukraine remains steady under the PURL program, even as US leaders debate future funding.
April 24, 2026
War in Ukraine
Trump Announces 3-Week Extension of Israel-Lebanon Truce
The extension builds on a 10‑day ceasefire agreed earlier this week as Washington presses for de‑escalation along the Israel-Lebanon border.
April 24, 2026
War in Ukraine
Prince Harry Praises Ukrainian Deminers, New AI Tech in Bucha Visit
The Duke of Sussex tested drone and robotic systems designed to speed up mine clearance in war-affected areas on Friday during his surprise visit to Ukraine.
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
NATO Rift, POW Swap, and 20,000 Teddy Bears – Ukraine Latest, April 23
Air-launched interceptor drones, upcoming Chornobyl anniversary, divisions in NATO – updates from Ukraine and beyond
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
Borscht Diplomacy: Chef Yevhen Klopotenko on Promoting Ukraine
In this episode of “Off the Record,” host Natalka Cmoc sits down with Ukraine’s most famous chef, Yevhen Klopotenko.
April 24, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Heads to Saudi Arabia to Further Security Talks
A day after an informal EU meeting in Cyprus, the Ukrainian head of state is expected to discuss security, energy, and infrastructure with Saudi Arabia, following up on recent security deals.
April 24, 2026
Energy
Kernel Secures $45M EBRD Loan to Build Solar Power Plant
The EBRD has provided a loan to Ukraine’s largest agroholding Kernel to build a 106 MW solar plant, which is the bank’s first credit to the firm since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began.
April 24, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Brings Home 193 POWs in Latest Exchange With Russia
Soldiers from multiple branches return home as Kyiv says efforts to free all captives continue.
April 24, 2026
Russia
Venice Biennale Jury Excludes Russia, Israel From Awards Amid EU Funding Threat
Organizers have been under mounting pressure as jurors cite human rights concerns and the EU weighs cutting financial support over the Biennale’s decision to allow Russia’s return.
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Hints at Upcoming Recruitment Reforms
Kyiv’s defense minister has hinted at major reforms in service conditions and recruitment in a three-month report card on his time in office, though he remains tight-lipped on details.
April 24, 2026
Drones
Kyiv Confirms: Neptune Missiles Destroyed Russia’s Taganrog Drone Factory
Atlant Aero is a critical hub in Russia’s drone program, handling the full cycle of design, production, and testing for the “Molniya” drone, as well as components for the “Orion” drone.
April 24, 2026
Europe
Defense Head Hegseth Weighs Punishing NATO Allies, Including Possible Spain Suspension, Report Says
Internal discussions reflect growing White House frustration with allies’ limited support during Trump’s war on Iran.
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
‘Nothing Will Happen Suddenly’ – Kyiv Says No Imminent Signs of Belarus Invasion
Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office and former intelligence chief, said Ukraine is monitoring Belarus for threats but does not expect any surprise escalation.
April 24, 2026