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U.S. could deliver air defense capabilities to Ukraine within weeks once legislation passed – PM Shmyhal
American partners assure Ukraine they will transfer to Ukraine a new batch of military aid, including critical air defense capabilities, within weeks, immediately after the relevant legislation passes Congress and gets signed off by President.
Humeniuk dismissed as press chief for southern military command.
The General Staff's announcement did not mention the reason for Humeniuk's dismissal, but said that the search for her replacement is underway.
At least nine injured as Russian missile hits apartment block in Dnipro.
In the City of Dnipro, a Russian missile hit a five-storey residential building, demolishing several floors.
General Staff sacks Defense Forces South comms chief.
The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces decided to remove Natalia Humaniuk, chief of the Strategic Communications Center of Defense Forces South.
Poland reveals challenges in donating new aid packages to Ukraine.
Hungary is blocking the provision of EUR 450 million in compensation from the European budget to Poland for weapons previously donated to Ukraine. Therefore, this makes it difficult for Warsaw to transfer more packages of military aid to Kyiv.
Trump: Survival of Ukraine important for U.S.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump said the survival of Ukraine is important for the United States, and reprimanded European allies for insufficient support for Kyiv.
Russian attack on Dnipro kills 1, injures six
Russian forces attacked the city of Dnipro with missiles the morning of April 19, killing a woman and injuring at least six others, Governor Serhii Lysak reported.
Explosions rock Dnipro, Odesa amid air alert
A series of explosions was reported in Dnipro and Odesa on April 19 during a Russian missile attack on the regions.
Israel Launches Retaliatory Attack On Iran: Reports.
Israel has launched an attack in Iran, U.S. media reported quoting government officials, in what appears to be retaliatory strikes for unprecedented an air attack Tehran launched last weekend on its sworn enemy. Iranian state media said explosions...
Australia extends zero tariffs on Ukrainian goods until 2026.
The Australian government extends tariff relief on Ukrainian goods until 2026 as part of its continued support amidst Russia's invasion.
Stoltenberg: NATO working to deliver more Patriot batteries to Ukraine.
NATO is working to send more air defence systems to Ukraine, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on Thursday, adding that delays in providing such aid were harming Kyiv's efforts to resist Russia's attacks.
Ukraine to mass produce “Shmavic,” domestic replacement for Chinese DJI Mavic UAV.
Ukrainian company developed "Shmavic" - domestic analogue of Chinese DJI Mavic drone popular with military. Indigenous drone cheaper, more resilient against EW, coming soon to Ukrainian armed forces. Serial production coming soon.
Shmyhal: Both major US parties support aid package for Ukraine.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said at the close of a visit to the United States that he received "assurances of support" for the proposed military aid package to Ukraine from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress.
Ukraine has no freight locomotive production: MP Kysylevskyi comments on Ukrzaliznytsia-Wabtec contract.
Ukraine’s transport engineering industry has been preserved, and domestic manufacturers could ensure a local content in the production of diesel freight locomotives at 55%.
Ukrainian-born Republican Representative Spartz proposes reducing military aid for Ukraine.
Republican Representative Victoria Spartz, the only U.S. lawmaker born in Ukraine, has submitted amendments to the proposed Ukrainian aid package that is set to be voted on this Saturday in the U.S. House.
Ukrainian border guards repel attack by 14 Russian FPV drones on Zaporizhzhia axis.
Fighters of the Ukrainian State Border Guard Service have repelled a massive attack from 14 Russian FPV drones on the Zaporizhzhia axis.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 785: Patriot quest for Ukraine picks up steam.
EU, NATO leaders urge Allies not to stockpile their air defense systems but send them to Ukraine; Germany hopes to find seven
Russia shells 5 communities in Sumy Oblast, injuring 1.
Russian forces attacked five border areas and settlements of Sumy Oblast on April 18, firing 14 times and causing at least 82 explosions, the Sumy Oblast Military Administration reported.
Frontline report: Ukraine hammers Russian supply lines as Kupiansk offensive loses steam.
Seizing on a lull in Russia's months-long offensive, Ukrainian forces have launched a series of punishing strikes on ammunition depots, bridges, and command posts, aiming to starve the invaders of vital supplies.
UK intel: Russia improved naval infrastructure in Novorossiysk, where it relocated its ships from Sevastopol away from Ukraine’s strikes.
To avoid Ukrainian sea-borne attack, Russia largely moved its Black Sea Fleet from Sevastopol to Novorossiysk, where it is improving infrastructure to support long-term basing, per UK intelligence.