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Russian army loses 1,124 more soldiers in Ukraine over past day
: Russia's total combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to April 27 ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3857343-russian-army-loses-1124-more-soldiers-in-ukraine-over-past-day.html
Ramstein meeting: Austin announces another $1B aid package for Ukraine: U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the United States is providing another $1 ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-defense/3857150-ramstein-meeting-austin-announces-another-1b-aid-package-for-ukraine.html
Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts
- The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.
- The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.
- In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.
Zelensky to Ramstein meeting: “This is not just about the arms supply – you are deciding the fate of the world”
ukrinform.net/rubric-defense/3857179-zelensky-to-ramstein-meeting-this-is-not-just-about-the-arms-supply-you-are-deciding-the-fate-of-the-world.html
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces destroy Russian equipment and kill soldiers in Donetsk Oblast – video
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453120/
General Staff: 79 combat clashes on front lines in past 24 hours: In the past 24 hours, 79 combat engagements took place on the battlefield in Ukraine ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3857255-general-staff-79-combat-clashes-on-front-lines-in-past-24-hours.html
Russia loses 950 soldiers and 31 artillery systems over past day: Ukrainian forces continue to inflict losses on Russian troops, and Russia has lost 950 soldiers ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453046/
Less than 2 months in office: Zelenskyy transfers commander of support forces of Ukraine's Armed Forces to other position
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453162/
Estonian MP to ride his bicycle from Tallinn to Kyiv to raise money for Ukraine's Armed Forces – photo
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453090/
Aid for Ukraine is on the way, it's not too late to win – Stoltenberg: Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General, has urged the allies to accelerate the supply of ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7453009/
Quick Glance: Nato Chief Stoltenberg in Eurofighter Looping over MV
- Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg takes a flight in a Eurofighter in Laage, accompanied by the Commodore of the Tactical Air Force Wing 73.
- The Eurofighters serve as air defense and traffic police, quickly responding to alerts and operating over the Baltic Sea.
- Stoltenberg participates in a one-hour flight involving aerial refueling, interception maneuvers, and a rendezvous with Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
- Stoltenberg is impressed by the experience, praises the pilots, and emphasizes the importance of the Laage air base for NATO.
Two horses that bolted through London have undergone surgery, UK official says: Two military horses that bolted through the streets of London after being spooked ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/military-horses-that-broke-free-undergo-surgery/103772386
As Gaza cease-fire talks resume, the coming fight for Rafah looms large: Washington has said it cannot support a major military operation in Rafah ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/rafah-gaza-israel-hostages-ceasefire/
Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
We have never been responsible for protecting combined heat and power, thermal, and hydroelectric power plants – Ukraine's infrastructure minister
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453189/
US prepares US$6 in arms contracts for Ukrainian Armed Forces – Politico: The United States is finalising the preparation of one of the largest military aid ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453036/
British Army says horses that bolted and ran loose in central London continue 'to be cared for'
apnews.com/article/military-horses-loose-army-london-bolted-5c08bd482840b9ed5089033df52c8862
Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
Zelenskyy thanks Congressional leaders for aid, highlights benefits of ATACMS: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held telephone conversations on 25 April ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7453003/
Ukraine Army’s Support Forces Commander dismissed, appointed chief of State Special Transport Service
ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3857160-ukraine-armys-support-forces-commander-dismissed-in-ukraine.html
Military horses from London's Household Cavalry to return to duty 'in due course'
bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-68908148
US State Department: No position on Ukraine's suspension of consular services
kyivindependent.com/us-state-department-no-position-on-ukraines-suspension-of-consular-services-attempt-to-return-men-from-abroad/
Ukraine's obsolete S-200 missile systems reportedly back on track to hit Russian targets
kyivindependent.com/ukraines-obsolete-s-200-missile-systems-reportedly-back-on-track-to-hit-russian-targets/
Russians do not reduce intensity of their attacks, with total of 114 combat clashes during one day − General Staff
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453044/
Ihor Poshyvailo: Churches, religious sites play special role in Ukraine’s resistance
kyivindependent.com/ihor-poshyvailo-churches-religious-sites-play-special-role-in-ukraines-resistance/
'Moron!' Prince Harry blasted as he dons British military medals in new video: Prince Harry made a new appearance at an awards ceremony but royal fans were not ...
express.co.uk/news/royal/1892583/prince-harry-soldier-of-the-year-award-medals-video
Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-war-abrams-tanks-19d71475d427875653a2130063a8fb7a
Russian air defenses shot down 68 Ukrainian drones, says Defense Ministry : Russia intercepted 68 Ukrainian drones overnight from Friday to Saturday in its ...
wionews.com/world/russian-air-defenses-shot-down-68-ukrainian-drones-says-defense-ministry-715601
Russian governor claims Russians tricked into donating to Ukraine's military
kyivindependent.com/russian-governor-claims-citizens-tricked-into-sending-millions-of-rubles-to-ukraines-military/
As Ukraine Builds New Reactors, Renewables Beckon: Wind turbines and gas-fired generators are easy to build and hard to target
spectrum.ieee.org/ukraine-renewable-energy
Why Polish farmers agreed to unblock border with Ukraine: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk a couple of days ago called on protesting farmers to stop blocking ...
eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7184640/
Opinion | Israel Has a Choice to Make: Rafah or Riyadh: Israel is facing one of the most fateful choices it has ever had to make.
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/opinion/israel-war-rafah-riyadh.html
Norway has provided Ukraine with US$902 million worth of military supplies in recent months
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/26/7453166/
In frontline, 93 combat engagements took place, most of them in Avdiivka direction
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3856836-in-frontline-93-combat-engagements-took-place-most-of-them-in-avdiivka-direction.html
Former conscript adjusted Russian attacks on Ukrainian positions: Counterintelligence prevents Russian agent's escape
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452879/
Russia-Iran Military Alliance Gives Israel Cause for Concern: Israel’s trading of missile attacks with Iran this month may be on hiatus, yet the unprecedented ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/russia-iran-military-alliance-gives-israel-cause-for-concern
Yen inches closer to intervention point as BOJ meeting starts: For the first time in over 30 years, the yen weakened beyond ¥155 per dollar ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/25/markets/yen-falls-past-155/
Sweden should hike military budget to 2.6% of GDP, defence committee says: Sweden should raise its military spending to around 2.6% of GDP by 2030 ...
reuters.com/world/europe/sweden-should-hike-military-budget-26-gdp-defence-committee-says-2024-04-26/
Ukraine is putting pressure on fighting-age men outside the country as it tries to replenish forces
apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-war-conscription-law-poland-0357b7f90095c8bfaaad1ec16a4b7a66
How a ragtag army defended Bosnia and Herzegovina against two aggressors: ARBIH, formed in April 1992, managed against all odds to successfully defend the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/26/how-a-ragtag-army-defended-bosnia-and-herzegovina-against-two-aggressors
Evidence of torture as nearly 400 bodies found in Gaza mass graves: Some victims found at two hospitals were ‘buried alive’ while others were ‘executed’ by the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/25/signs-of-torture-as-nearly-400-bodies-found-at-gaza-hospitals-mass-graves
Military service a family legacy: This is a family you probably want to avoid having a neighbourly dispute with. They are a family of servicemen and women that ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/military-service-family-legacy
The Syrsky War: Ukraine’s Supreme Commander Is Betting on Drones, Patience and Discipline
kyivpost.com/post/31637
Russia's Investigative Committee brings charges against former senior Ukrainian officials
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452963/
Chornobyl 38 Years Later – How the Russian Invaders in 2022 Almost Caused Another Disaster
kyivpost.com/videos/31683
Here’s How U.S. Aid to Ukraine Might Help on the Battlefield: Weapons from the support package, considered “a lifeline” for Ukraine’s military ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/europe/ukraine-aid-senate.html
UK anticipates Ukraine will escalate long-range strikes on Russia: The UK Defence Chief, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin asserts that Ukraine will increase the number ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452880/
Quick Glance: Ukraine to Increase Strikes in Russia, UK Defense Chief Says
- Ukraine is set to increase long-range attacks inside Russia to shape the war with western military aid.
- Admiral Sir Tony Radakin highlighted positive trends in the support for Ukraine.
- The US dropped reservations about providing long-range missiles to Ukraine.
- The UK has increased its commitment to Ukraine's defense and signed long-term contracts with defense industry suppliers.
Israel rebukes US calls for investigation into mass graves in Gaza: “Investigate what?” an Israel Defense Forces spokesperson said.
politico.com/news/2024/04/26/israel-mass-graves-gaza-00154696
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 792: As the war enters its 792nd day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/26/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-792
“This is a civic duty”: Polish Defence Minister backs Ukraine's consular service suspension for military-age men abroad - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/25/this-is-a-civic-duty-polish-defence-minister-backs-ukraines-consular-service-suspension-for-military-age-men-abroad/
Russia's Foreign Ministry threatens US with downgrade of diplomatic relations if US seizes Russian assets
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452991/
Israeli civilian killed in Hezbollah missile attack on Lebanon border: Sharif Sawaed was doing infrastructure work for the IDF in Mount Dov area; in response ...
timesofisrael.com/israeli-civilian-killed-in-hezbollah-missile-attack-on-lebanon-border/
IDF: Israeli civilian dies of wounds after Hezbollah attack on Mount Dov: Sharif Sawaid was doing infrastructure work in the area, said the Israeli military; ...
i24news.tv/en/news/israel/defense/artc-idf-israeli-civilian-dies-of-wounds-after-hezbollah-attack-on-har-dov
Hamas’s Hostage-Video Release Aims to Head Off Rafah Assault: Hamas is racing to prevent an imminent Israeli military operation in Rafah, ramping up an ...
wsj.com/world/middle-east/hamass-hostage-video-release-aims-to-head-off-rafah-assault-b3a176f7
WATCH: National Cathedral hosts memorial for World Central Kitchen aid workers killed in Gaza
pbs.org/newshour/nation/watch-live-national-cathedral-hosts-memorial-for-world-central-kitchen-aid-workers-killed-in-gaza
Türkiye ready to support Iraq on border safety: Turkish defence ministry: Türkiye welcomes Iraq’s decision to designate the PKK terrorist organisation as a ...
trtworld.com/turkiye/turkiye-ready-to-support-iraq-on-border-safety-turkish-defence-ministry-17916083
Losing a Foot Never Held Her Back, Until She Tried to Join the Military: Amputees who try to join the U.S. armed forces are rejected, no matter how capable they ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/us/amputee-military-nurse-hannah-cvancara.html
Incident in the British capital: Horses operated on after wandering through central London
spiegel.de/panorama/london-zwei-pferde-nach-ausbruch-laut-militaer-operiert-a-c5c9619f-c187-4a41-98f9-17bcff4855fc
A numbers game What we know about the balance of power between the Russian and Ukrainian armies — and how mobilization could change it — Meduza
meduza.io/en/feature/2024/04/26/a-numbers-game
‘A watershed moment’ Zelensky administration adviser Mykhailo Podolyak on what the new U.S. aid package means for the war’s future — Meduza
meduza.io/en/feature/2024/04/26/a-watershed-moment
Ukrainian pilots preparing for flights on F-16s in France: Ukrainian pilots are undergoing basic flight training on F-16 fighter jets in France’s southwest.
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452842/
Ukraine lost Avdiivka because of aid delay – US National Security Advisor: US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has acknowledged that the Ukrainian Armed ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/24/7452824/
The US President signs the National Security law to provide assistance to Ukraine and Israel. Live Universal Awareness Map Liveuamap is a leading independent ...
liveuamap.com/en/2024/24-april-the-us-president-signs-the-national-security-law
Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
apnews.com/article/us-israel-military-aid-international-law-1e9b612631a7c20438053189c3b62187
Ukraine thanks the US for billions in new military aid to help stop Russia's advance
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-military-aid-package-kharkiv-drones-cadd79c8abd56ad58d07c93253e04ef1
Biden signs Ukraine military aid bill into law, $1 billion arms shipment imminent
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Men fit for military service should return: Kiev no longer gives passports to Ukrainians abroad
n-tv.de/politik/Kiew-gibt-Auslandsukrainern-keine-Reisepaesse-mehr-article24899884.html
Zaluzhnyi to start working as ambassador to UK in coming weeks - Podoliak: Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi will begin ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3856061-zaluzhnyi-to-start-working-as-ambassador-to-uk-in-coming-weeks-podoliak.html
Runaway horses gallop through central London, blazing a path of mayhem and injuries
npr.org/2024/04/24/1246807622/runaway-horses-central-london
Russia's combat losses in Ukraine up to about 461,940 troops: Russia's total combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to April 24 ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3856036-russias-combat-losses-in-ukraine-up-to-about-461940-troops.html
SBU suspects metropolitan of Kremlin-linked church of leaking information about Ukrainian forces
kyivindependent.com/sbu-suspects-metropolitan-of-kremlin-linked-church-of-leaking-information-on-ukrainian-forces/
General Staff: 104 combat clashes on front lines in past day: Over the past day, 104 combat engagements were recorded on the battlefield in Ukraine. — Ukrinform.
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3856461-general-staff-104-combat-clashes-on-front-lines-in-past-day.html
Zelenskyy and Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces discuss strengthening of defences in key areas in Donetsk Oblast
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/23/7452620/
We need more money, more people, and a greater understanding that "recovery is not a luxury": a report from the Rebuilding Ukraine conference
pravda.com.ua/eng/articles/2024/04/23/7452543/
War update: Ukrainian forces repel 56 attacks on Tuesday: Ukraine's defense forces on Tuesday repelled 56 attacks from the Russian army in five sectors ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3855955-war-update-ukrainian-forces-repel-56-attacks-on-tuesday.html
Ukraine can threaten more high-value Russian targets with more ATACMS: US lawmakers cleared the way for Ukraine to receive additional MGM-140 Army Tactical ...
businessinsider.com/ukraine-getting-more-atacms-missiles-it-used-batter-russia-helicopters-2024-4
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Russian forces intensify activities on all fronts, over 100 combat clashes over past 24 hours – Ukrainian General Staff
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/24/7452679/
UN demands investigation after mass graves found at Gaza hospitals raided by Israel
cnn.com/2024/04/24/middleeast/un-calls-for-investigation-gaza-mass-graves-mime-intl/
Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Jill Biden launches bike ride for wounded service members, stresses need to support vets
apnews.com/article/jill-biden-wounded-warriors-soldier-ride-vets-7356872ea6203ec80afcd2f9e2e1ff94
‘It’s Going to Take Some Time for Us to Dig out of This Hole’ - Ukraine at War Update for April 25
kyivpost.com/post/31629
Australians gather at Anzac Day services across the country to honour servicemen and servicewomen
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/australians-gather-for-anzac-day-services-around-the-country/103763630
UK announces $620 million in new military aid for Ukraine and plan to up own defense spending
apnews.com/article/poland-uk-nato-ukraine-sunak-military-aid-be9fa8b106eda83c2da140e0f2774fcb
Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...
ft.com/content/3744cad3-52ac-40d7-b97d-e085aec1a23e
Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
- Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.
- Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.
- Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.
- Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
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