War in Ukraine
Zelensky Says Russia Reinforces Army, May Expand War or Seek Talks by Summer
The Ukrainian president said Russia is increasing troop numbers using reserves, eyeing new offensives while weighing escalation or talks amid pressure on Ukraine this spring.
April 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Image of Blood-Covered Ukrainian Among World Press Photo Winners
The image, which is among seven winners in the Europe category, was taken by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Evgeniy Maloletka, a Ukrainian war photographer, journalist and filmmaker.
April 10, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Vows ‘Mirror Response’ to Putin’s Truce, Urges Russia Not to Resume Strikes After Easter
Zelensky says Ukraine will mirror Russia’s Easter truce, but air raid alerts and drone attacks across Ukrainian regions fuel doubts about a genuine ceasefire.
April 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 9, 2026
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on April 9, 2026
April 10, 2026
Ukraine
Sirens Over Kyiv as Putin Announces 32-Hour Easter Truce
Ukrainians reacted cautiously to Vladimir Putin’s Easter ceasefire announcement as air raid alerts sounded over Kyiv.
April 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Preschoolers to Study Occupied Ukrainian Territories
Russian State Duma deputy Mikhail Matveyev proposed restoring the Soviet-era names “Octobrists,” “Pioneers,” and “Komsomol” as authorities push “patriotic education” during the war against Ukraine.
April 10, 2026
US
Easing of US Sanctions Fails to Boost Russian Oil Shipments, Kyiv Says
Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SZRU) said Russia has failed to increase oil exports in March despite a temporary easing of US sanctions amid intensified Ukrainian strikes.
April 10, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine’s March Inflation Accelerates to 7.9%
Higher fuel, transport, and seasonal costs have pushed consumer prices up, according to official statistics.
April 10, 2026
Ukraine
Putin Announces Orthodox Easter Ceasefire With Ukraine: Kremlin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said earlier this week that he had passed a holiday truce proposal via the US, as talks to end the four-year conflict were derailed by the Middle East war.
April 9, 2026
Ukraine
Easter Ceasefire and Zelensky’s Direct Feedback to Trump – Ukraine Latest, April 9
More leaked calls from Hungary, General Syrsky’s battlefield reports, Russia’s rumored plan to cancel the May 9 parade – updates from Ukraine and beyond
Updated: April 10, 2026
Russia
Budanov Says Strikes on Russian Oil Terminal Strengthen Ukraine’s Position in Talks
Ukraine’s former intelligence chief and now head of the Presidential Office said recent intensified attacks on Russian oil are strengthening Kyiv’s position ahead of future talks with Russia.
April 9, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Turns to Domestic Resources for Winter Prep as EU Funds Stay Blocked – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine is preparing for the upcoming winter using domestic resources as European funding remains blocked amid continued Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.
April 9, 2026
Europe
Russia Threatens Baltic States Over Drone Flights
Russia has threatened the Baltic states over Ukrainian drone flights as its oil terminals in the region came under an unprecedented wave of attacks in recent weeks.
April 9, 2026
OPINION: Putin’s World War III
Trump calls the Iran ceasefire a win. It isn’t. And until he sees Putin as the common enemy behind both wars, neither conflict ends.
April 9, 2026
Ukraine
The Resilience of Ukraine: A David and Goliath Story
“Canada stands with Ukraine” – State Secretary Randeep Sarai on military aid, energy security, and the modern David vs. Goliath conflict.
April 9, 2026
Ukraine
UK, Norway Hunt Russian Subs Near Critical Cables as Moscow Accuses Kyiv of ‘Sea Terror Plot’
UK and Norwegian forces tracked Russian submarines near critical cables, as Moscow’s TASS claims Ukraine is preparing attacks in Arctic waters with Norway’s support.
April 9, 2026
Business
Ukraine’s Asvio Bank Takes Over Assets of Insolvent Motor-Bank
Ukraine’s Asvio Bank has signed an agreement to take over the customers and assets of the bankrupt Motor-Bank, whose former owner was charged with treason.
April 9, 2026
US
US Warns It Will ‘Take Out’ Iran’s Enriched Uranium, Hegseth Says
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran must hand over its enriched uranium or face further action from Washington.
April 9, 2026
Europe
OPINION: Operation Budapest – Moscow Personnel in Brussels
If an EU member uses its position to work in favor of a state waging a war of aggression against its European neighbor, it is betrayal and collaboration with the enemy.
April 9, 2026
Ukraine
Russian Sources: Ukraine Is Fielding New AI-Capable Drones That Can’t Be Detected or Jammed
Official Kyiv says its drones work well and new ones are being tested. So far, only the Russian side confirms a next-generation Ukrainian drone is in action.
April 9, 2026