Bus crash near Mykolaiv: nine dead, eight injured
A minibus collided with a truck on the M-14 highway between Odesa and Mykolaiv on Saturday morning, killing nine people and injuring eight others, police said.
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Ukraine news on the war, society, politics and consequences for Germany, Europe and the Ukrainian diaspora.
Ukraine strikes Russian oil facilities near St. Petersburg
Ukraine has again attacked Russian oil facilities on the Baltic Sea near St. Petersburg with drones.
Ukrainian drones hit oil terminal in St. Petersburg
Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg in the early hours of July 4, according to the Kyiv Independent, citing Russian Telegram channels.
Netherlands to Host Special Tribunal for Aggression
The Netherlands will host the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the decision as 'historic'.
Russian guided bombs hit industrial plant in Zaporizhzhia: two dead
At least two men were killed and seven people injured, including an 11-year-old child, when Russian guided bombs struck an industrial enterprise in Zaporizhzhia on Friday, the Kyiv Post reports, citing local authorities.
Operation Interflex: UK Shifts Training to Specialists
The Operation Interflex training program for Ukrainian soldiers is restructuring. As the Kyiv Post reports, the focus is shifting from mass infantry training to advanced specialist courses.
Ukrainian drones hit hangars with fighter jets in Crimea
Ukrainian drones struck seven hangars housing Su-30SM, Su-30 and Su-24 fighter jets. Preliminary reports indicate at least seven jets were destroyed or damaged.
NATO Summit: Ukraine to Receive €70 Billion in Military Aid Per Year
At the NATO summit in Ankara, Ukraine is set to receive a new multibillion-euro aid pledge. According to multiple news agencies, alliance states have agreed on a minimum funding of €70 billion per year for two years.
Ukraine demands immediate aid after heavy attack on Kyiv
After a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv that killed at least 20 people, Ukraine has urged the West to make immediate decisions on air defense and new sanctions, according to Euronews.
War’s Toll: Four Million Ukrainian Children Need Psychological Help
Around four million Ukrainian children require psychological support, according to UNICEF data cited by Gen.Ukrainian. Up to 80 percent of children are at risk of post-traumatic reactions.
Massive Russian Attack on Kyiv: Europe Reacts with Horror
Russia launched one of the heaviest attacks on Kyiv since the start of the war on the night of July 2. Dozens were injured, residential buildings destroyed – the EU and several governments condemned the assault sharply.
Sofia Rotaru breaks silence after Russian massive attack on Kyiv
Ukrainian singer Sofia Rotaru has spoken out publicly for the first time since the Russian missile attack on Kyiv on the night of July 2.
Russian Attack on Kyiv Moyo Warehouse and Hits Porsche Center
A massive Russian attack on Kyiv overnight on July 2 destroyed the warehouse of electronics retailer Moyo and damaged several other commercial properties, according to the Kyiv Post.
Massive Russian Attack on Kyiv: 21 Dead, Zelenskyy Criticizes Partners
Russia launched a massive missile and drone strike on Ukraine overnight on July 2, targeting Kyiv in particular. At least 21 people were killed and 85 injured.
Russia attacks Kyiv: at least 21 dead in massive strike
Russia launched ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones against Kyiv, killing at least 21 people and wounding many more, Ukrainian authorities said.
Russian attack destroys residential building in Kyiv – dead and injured
A nine-storey residential building in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv has been completely destroyed in a Russian attack. At least 18 people were killed, the BBC reports.
IDP Payments July 2026: Update Data or Lose Money
In July 2026, internally displaced persons in Ukraine continue to receive state aid. However, certain groups must update their data or risk losing payments.
Massive Russian air strikes hit Kyiv and other cities
Russia launched another massive wave of missile and drone attacks on Ukraine overnight. In Kyiv, at least eleven people were injured and one person was killed.
Russian Attack on Odesa: Warehouses with Toilet Paper Hit
Russian troops struck warehouses storing toilet paper and set a wheat field ablaze during a ballistic attack on the Odesa region, Ukrinform reports, citing the regional emergency service.
Zelensky Warns of New Russian Massive Attack – Returns to Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a new massive Russian attack on Ukraine that could come as early as tonight. The warning is based on intelligence information, prompting Zelensky to urgently return to Ukraine.
Drones in the Ukraine War: Death from Above
Drones are fundamentally changing the battlefield in Ukraine. The use of drones has transformed the war and could mark a turning point in warfare.
BEB uncovers illegal car imports disguised as military aid
Ukraine's Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) has uncovered a scheme that imported vehicles under the guise of humanitarian aid for the armed forces and sold them for profit, causing over 50 million hryvnias in losses to the state.
Ukraine Forces Russians to March 30 Kilometers to Front Line
Ukrainian strikes on Russian military targets in occupied Crimea and southern Ukraine have severely disrupted Russian logistics. According to Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, Russian infantry units now have to walk up to 30 kilometers to reach their positions.
Sweden to Supply Meteor Long-Range Missiles for Ukraine’s Gripen Jets
Sweden will supply Ukraine with long-range Meteor air-to-air missiles for its future Gripen fighter jets, Defense Minister Pål Jonson confirmed on Wednesday in Kyiv, as reported by the Kyiv Post.
Ukraine: Russian Losses Rise – 1,210 Soldiers in One Day
The Ukrainian Armed Forces killed or wounded approximately 1,210 Russian soldiers on June 30, according to the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU). Total Russian losses since the start of the war now stand at about 1,404,760 troops.
Ukraine gains on multiple fronts: Russia loses momentum
Russia is losing momentum on several fronts, according to an analysis by the Kyiv Post. Ukraine continues drone strikes on Crimea, undermines Russia's economy, and receives new support from European partners.
Ukraine and UK Discuss Using Frozen Russian Assets for Defense
Ukraine and the United Kingdom have held talks on strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities, potentially funded by frozen Russian assets, according to Ukrinform.
Ukrainian Supreme Court postpones decision on sanctions against Poroshenko
The Civil Court of Cassation within Ukraine's Supreme Court has once again postponed its decision on sanctions against former President Petro Poroshenko. The ruling is now scheduled for July 10, according to the BBC.
Syrskyi: Russian Advance from Bryansk on Chernihiv ‘Realistic’
Ukraine's commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi warns that a Russian offensive from the Bryansk region into Oblast is 'realistic.'
Ukraine Strikes Russian Satellite Control Center Dubna Again
Ukrainian forces have attacked the largest Russian satellite communications center in Dubna near Moscow for the second time in days.
Heatwave in Ukraine: Tips for Train Travel at Over 35 Degrees
A heatwave with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius is making train travel in Ukraine difficult. The state railway Ukrzaliznytsia offers advice on how to keep journeys bearable.
Zelensky Submits Bill for Ukrainian National Pantheon – Outrage in Poland
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has submitted a bill to parliament to create a Ukrainian National Pantheon, sparking sharp criticism from Polish politicians who see it as a provocation.
Ukraine expands defensive line on border with Belarus
Ukraine is reinforcing its northern border with Belarus in the Chernihiv region, building trenches, wire barriers, and concrete obstacles. According to the Kyiv Post, citing a report by Ukrinform, the defenses have grown by about 500 percent since 2022.
Lightning strike in Lviv: Six-year-old girl injured
A severe thunderstorm hit the western Ukrainian city of Lviv on Monday. According to Mayor Andriy Sadovyi, a six-year-old girl was struck and injured by lightning.
Putin adjusts war goals – expert sees weakness
Vladimir Putin spoke at the congress of the pro-government party United Russia about the course of the war and complained about Ukrainian attacks. Political scientist Ihor Tschalenko sees this as an adjustment of Russia's war goals.
Putin’s Front Fairy Tales: Russia’s Maps Diverge from Reality
Vladimir Putin claims the Russian army is advancing on all fronts. But independent observers and internal documents show that the official maps of the General Staff deviate by up to 20 kilometers from the actual front line, as the BBC reports.
Ukraine tightens housing vouchers for internally displaced persons
The Ukrainian government has tightened the rules for housing vouchers for internally displaced persons (IDPs). As MP Pavlo Frolov announced, certain groups will no longer receive support starting August 1.
Russian attack on Dnipro: Dead and wounded in missile strike
A Russian missile attack on a company in Dnipro on Saturday killed five people and injured 28, according to Serhij Hanzha, head of the Dnipropetrovsk regional military administration.
Russian missile strike on Zmiiv: woman killed, children among wounded
A Russian missile attack on the Zmiiv community in Kharkiv region killed a 55-year-old woman and injured at least eight people, including two children, according to regional military administration head Oleh Syniehubov.
Kyiv confirms attacks on two refineries in Russia
Ukraine has struck two oil refineries on Russian territory, according to official statements from Kyiv. Moscow is considering restricting fuel exports in response.