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A Russian drone attacked the home of Beskrestnov, an adviser to the Minister of Defence; he has been injured
On the night of 20 April, a Russian cruise missile struck the home of Serhiy (Flesh) Beskrestnov, an adviser to the Ukrainian Minister of Defence.
The war in Iran: tough rhetoric and Trump’s own fears
During the war with Iran, US President Donald Trump is publicly projecting a tough stance, but behind the scenes, according to sources, he is expressing concern about the unfolding situation, the risks to US troops and the political consequences of the conflict.
Banks report a decline in funding and a rise in its cost – NBU survey
In the first quarter of 2026, banks recorded a decline in the volume of funding alongside a simultaneous rise in its cost, primarily due to funds from the public. At the same time, financial institutions expect a return to growth in both the volume of funds raised and their cost as early as the second quarter.
Belgium’s defence minister has stated that Russia will not defeat Europe, even without US support
Belgium’s Chief of Defence, Frédéric Vancina, has stated that Europe must strengthen its own capabilities in the face of growing threats. According to him, even if the US were to play a reduced role, Russia would not be able to win a war against European countries.
The Main Intelligence Directorate struck two large landing ships in occupied Crimea
The GUR's special unit, the 'Ghosts', disabled two large landing ships belonging to the Russian Black Sea Fleet and destroyed a radar station in a single night.
What was that? An unidentified object was spotted flying over Kyiv at night (video)
Late in the evening of 19 April, a bright object was spotted streaking across the sky above Kyiv. Social media users agreed that it was either a meteor or a comet — the Lyrid meteor shower is currently underway. However, some suggested that it was linked to the launch of an American rocket into space.
The war with Iran has halted the delivery of parcels to US troops in the Middle East
Thousands of parcels intended for US military personnel in the combat zone have not been delivered. Postal services to military addresses in the region have been suspended due to the war.
Over 52,000 euros in undeclared cash was seized at the border with Hungary
In Zakarpattia, customs officers foiled an attempt to bring a large sum of foreign currency into Ukraine without declaring it. The offence was detected at the ‘Astey’ border crossing point.
Iran has restored access to 60% of its launch sites and retains control of the Strait of Hormuz
During the conflict with the US and Israel, Iran demonstrated that its geographical position alone can serve as a deterrent. Control over the Strait of Hormuz has already had an impact on the global economy and the military calculations of Tehran’s adversaries.
Словаччина подасть позов до суду ЄС через заборону російського газу
Словаччина оскаржить у Суді справедливості Європейського Союзу регламент ЄС про поетапну заборону імпорту російського газу. Прем’єр-міністр Роберт Фіцо заявив, що Братислава вважає це рішення шкідливим для всього Євросоюзу і таким, що було ухвалене з порушенням базових принципів союзних договорів.
Russian attacks on regions of Ukraine on 20 April: what is known about the consequences
Overnight and throughout the day, Russian forces attacked a number of regions in Ukraine. The strikes have resulted in casualties, injuries and extensive damage.
Zelenskyy announced personnel changes at the Ministry of Internal Affairs following the terrorist attack in Kyiv
Following the terrorist attack in the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he expects Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko to take personnel decisions “across the entire chain of command”. Separately, the head of state instructed that the protocols governing patrol officers’ response to such incidents be reviewed, along with the approaches to their recruitment and training.