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Russia's casualties in the war against Ukraine have exceeded 1.34 million troops
Over the past 24 hours, the Russian army has lost a further 1,020 troops in the war against Ukraine. The Ukrainian Armed Forces have also destroyed dozens of artillery systems, drones and vehicles.
Weather on 12 May 2026: thunderstorms, rain and a yellow warning in Ukraine
Rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast for Ukraine on 12 May 2026. Heavy rain is expected in Zakarpattia and the Carpathians, whilst thunderstorms and, in places, squalls of 15–20 m/s are expected on the Right Bank during the day. The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre has issued a Level I warning – yellow.
12 May 2026: a church holiday, traditions and taboos for the day
On 12 May 2026, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saints Epiphanius of Cyprus and Herman of Constantinople. In folk tradition, this day was associated with caution regarding sharp objects, open flames and one’s own plans.
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has announced that it has placed Andriy Yermak, the former head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, under investigation (VIDEO)
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau has announced that it has placed Andriy Yermak, the former head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, under investigation. He is accused of laundering funds obtained through illegal means.
The price per square metre in new-build properties has risen across almost the whole of Ukraine
In April, the cost of new-build housing rose in most regions, with Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast recording the highest price growth.
Pistorius described Putin’s claims that the war was over as yet another deception
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has stated that Vladimir Putin’s remarks about the war against Ukraine allegedly coming to a swift end may be yet another attempt at deception. According to him, if the Kremlin leader truly wanted peace, he could withdraw Russian troops or propose negotiations without preconditions.
Ukrainian TV presenter Andriy Domansky has been granted a Russian passport
Ukrainian TV presenter Andriy Domansky, who worked for the Inter channel, obtained a Russian passport after the full-scale war began.
Slava Dyomin addressed his mother, who had taken him to court over child support
On Mother’s Day, Ukrainian presenter and interviewer Slava Dyomin addressed his mother, with whom he has a strained relationship and is no longer on speaking terms. The TV personality had previously revealed that his mother had taken him to court to claim child support and that she supports Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Lithuania to allocate €10 million to help Ukrainian children: what the funds will be used for
Ukraine and Lithuania have signed a Joint Declaration on the protection, return, rehabilitation and reintegration of Ukrainian children. Vilnius is allocating €10 million.
North Korea has earned up to $14 billion over the three years of the war in Ukraine by supplying Russia with weapons and military personnel
By sending troops and supplying weapons to Russia for the war against Ukraine, North Korea has earned up to $14 billion over the past three years.
A Ukrainian businessman has been accused of attacking a rare seal in Hawaii
A high-profile incident involving Ukrainian businessman Igor Litvintchuk has occurred in Hawaii. According to local media reports, he has been accused of mistreating a rare Hawaiian monk seal after allegedly throwing stones at the animal on a beach on the island of Maui.
Dua Lipa is suing Samsung for $15 million over the unauthorised use of her photograph
The singer accused the tech giant of copyright infringement and of using her image without permission in adverts for televisions.