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Lunar sprint: the first 24 hours for the Artemis-2 crew
The Artemis 2 mission has launched successfully, sending the Orion spacecraft with four astronauts into orbit. For NASA, this is not only a test of its reputation but also the start of a genuine return of humans to the Moon
Enemy casualties as of 4 April 2026, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Ukrainian Defence Forces continue to destroy enemy assets across the entire front line. Over the past 24 hours, the number of invaders eliminated has exceeded 1.3 million
Train tickets now available on your smartphone: Ukrainian Railways has launched online ticket sales in a further seven regions
Ukrzaliznytsia has launched online ticket sales for commuter services in a further seven regions. You can book your journey in a matter of seconds and avoid queues by using the mobile app.
Ukrainian forces have attacked a major oil refinery in Ufa, Russia: what we know
On the night of 2 April, Ukrainian forces struck the Bashneft-Novoyl oil refinery in Ufa, Russia. It is located almost 1,400 km from the border with Ukraine.
France, Russia and China have blocked a UN Security Council resolution calling for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz by force — media reports
France, Russia and China have blocked a UN Security Council resolution calling for the Strait of Hormuz to be opened by force.
Stoltenberg admits to 'surrendering' the Baltic states: he was prepared for a 'buffer zone' with the Kremlin — media reports
In his memoirs, the former head of the Alliance revealed shocking details of backroom deals with Moscow.
An 18-year-old musician has been executed in Iran following protests
In Iran, 18-year-old musician Amirhossein Khatami was executed; he had been arrested following anti-government protests and sentenced to death on charges of “enmity against God”. Following this, human rights activists and representatives of the Iranian opposition warned of the risk of a new wave of executions in the country.
Easter in 2026: date, traditions and dietary restrictions
We’ll tell you when Easter falls this year, publish a calendar of celebrations for the coming years, and remind you of the holiday’s traditions.
The main objective of Russia’s large-scale attack on Ukraine in broad daylight has been revealed
The enemy’s main objective is to increase the number of civilian casualties.
A 13-year-old girl who went missing in Arizona has been found alive 32 years later
Christina Marie Plante, who went missing in 1994 at the age of 13, has been found alive in Arizona. The girl vanished without a trace on her way to the stables in the mountain village of Star Valley, and her case remained unsolved for decades.
An effective countermeasure against ballistic missiles. Ukraine is preparing requests for THAAD air defence systems — Zelenskyy
Ukraine is preparing requests to the US and Middle Eastern countries for the transfer of THAAD air defence systems, which could prove an effective means of countering UAVs.
Obukhiv, the largest manufacturer of toilet paper, has suspended operations following an attack by the Russian Federation
The company’s website states that production has been suspended for safety reasons and to deal with the aftermath of the attack.