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For the first time in the history of the war, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have captured a Russian position using only unmanned aerial vehicles — Zelenskyy
For the first time since the full-scale war began, Ukrainian forces have captured an enemy position using only drones and ground-based robotic stations (GRS). The Russians surrendered without any involvement from Ukrainian infantry.
Sanctioned tanker 'breaks through' US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz – media reports
Despite the ban on shipping imposed by Iran under the Trump administration, on 13 April the monitoring platform Kpler recorded an oil tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Ukrainian Armed Forces drones attacked the Apatit chemical plant in Russia’s Vologda Oblast
Ukrainian drones struck a plant in Cherepovets that is part of the PhosAgro group. The Russian authorities have confirmed the attack on the industrial zone.
15 US warships are continuing the naval blockade of Iranian ports following the breakdown of negotiations
For the second day running, the US military has been blocking maritime traffic to Iranian ports following the breakdown of negotiations. More than 15 warships are involved in the operation.
The EU has set conditions for Hungary in exchange for the release of €35 billion in subsidies
Following Péter Magyar’s election victory, the European Commission has begun negotiations with Hungary’s new government regarding the resumption of funding. The release of funds depends on the fulfilment of a number of conditions and the restoration of relations with the EU.
Vance, Putin… Zelenskyy: the losers and winners in Hungary’s decisive election
With almost all votes counted in Hungary’s parliamentary elections, Péter Magyar has emerged victorious. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat, bringing his 16-year tenure in power to an end.
Ukraine is set to receive €1 billion in aid from Spain and Belgium – Fedorov
Brussels has also confirmed its intention to supply Kyiv with additional F-16s and spare parts for the existing aircraft.
A dust storm from the Sahara will sweep across parts of Europe and reach Ukraine
A dust cloud from the Sahara is expected to sweep across southern and central Europe in the coming days. It is expected to reach its highest concentration on 16 April, and the dust storm will also affect parts of Ukraine.
A blackout has occurred at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant — it is currently without external power
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has experienced its 13th blackout since the start of the full-scale war — it lost power from both external transmission lines. The plant’s diesel generators kicked in immediately.
The National Police are conducting searches at U420 chain stores in several Ukrainian cities (updated)
Law enforcement officers carried out inspections and investigative measures at U420 chain stores in Kyiv, Lviv and other cities. According to media reports, the searches are linked to suspicions of the sale of psychotropic substances.
Components from the US and Europe were found in the Russian drone ‘Prince Oleg the Prophet’
Foreign components, including those from the US, Switzerland, the Netherlands and other countries, were found in the Russian drone “Prince Oleg the Prophet”. The captured drone was dismantled by a team from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, which published details of it on the War&Sanctions portal.
Russian strikes have caused damage to regions across Ukraine, with fatalities and dozens of casualties
During the night of 14 April and over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have attacked civilian, port, energy and residential infrastructure in several regions of Ukraine. The highest number of casualties has been reported in the Kherson, Sumy and Donetsk regions.