War
Iran has made a ceasefire in Lebanon a precondition for talks with the US
Iran has told mediators that it is prepared to hold talks with the US in Islamabad only if the ceasefire is extended to Lebanon. At the same time, Tehran has warned that attacks may continue should Israel launch further strikes.
A 12-month deferral following the contract: what changes for military personnel aged 18–25
Servicemen aged 18–25 who have served under an annual contract in the Defence Forces and been discharged upon its expiry will be granted a guaranteed 12-month deferment from conscription. The Ministry of Defence has stated that the provision has already been finalised and is now fully in force.
The police have identified the command of a Russian brigade and an FSB officer implicated in the torture of civilians in the Kyiv region
Law enforcement officers have identified Russian military personnel and an FSB representative who organised the occupation and torture of civilians in the Vyshhorod district at the start of the full-scale invasion.
Norway has still not handed over a single F-16 to Ukraine: what is holding up the fighter jets
As of April 2026, Norway had not delivered a single F-16 fighter jet to Ukraine, although Oslo had stated over a year ago that the first aircraft had already been delivered. The reasons cited for the delay include maintenance issues, a lack of capacity for aircraft preparation, and a shortage of spare parts.
Netanyahu has stated that Israel is prepared to resume hostilities with Iran if necessary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the country will achieve its objectives regarding Iran either through negotiations or by resuming hostilities. He emphasised that the ceasefire does not mean the end of the campaign.
The Trump administration is considering withdrawing troops from NATO countries due to its stance on the war with Iran
In the US, discussions are underway regarding possible measures to be taken against NATO allies who, according to the administration, failed to support the actions of the US and Israel during the war with Iran. Among the options being considered is the redeployment of US troops in Europe.
Investors bet nearly a billion dollars on a fall in oil prices ahead of the announcement of a ceasefire between the US and Iran
Investors carried out transactions worth around $950 million, anticipating a fall in oil prices. This happened a few hours before the announcement of a ceasefire between the US and Iran.
Russia's international reserves fell by more than $60 billion over the course of the month
As of 1 April, the Russian Federation’s international reserves had fallen to almost $749 billion. Over the course of the month, they had decreased by $60.3 billion in nominal terms.
"We're breaking the enemy's back": Syrskyi revealed staggering statistics from the front line
In March, the total number of Russian army personnel killed by the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ unmanned aerial vehicle units rose by 29%.
The Ministry of the Interior warns of a new type of mine disguised as objects in the landscape
There has been a rise in incidents across Ukraine involving the remote detonation of homemade explosive devices of the ‘PRYANIK’ type. The Ministry of the Interior is urging the public to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines.
Russian troops have attacked several regions of Ukraine; there are casualties
Explosions were heard in Zaporizhzhia this morning amid a missile threat. Meanwhile, shelling and drone attacks have been reported in a number of regions, with casualties reported.
Over the past 24 hours, there have been 164 combat engagements on the front line. The heaviest fighting has been in the Pokrovsk sector
Over the past 24 hours, there have been 164 combat engagements on the front line. The highest level of activity by Russian forces was observed in the Pokrovsk sector.
