Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for intensified international pressure on Russia after deadly drone strikes hit multiple regions, including Kharkiv, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Mykolaiv. At least one person was killed in the Zhytomyr region.

Russia-Ukraine war: At least one killed in Russian drone attack in Zhytomyr region

Facing an intensifying Russian offensive, Ukraine is deploying untrained and young recruits directly to the frontlines. In a desperate bid to hold ground, Kyiv is rushing underprepared forces into battle, raising global concern. Ukraine’s army chief warns that Russia could mobilize up to 20 million troops, adding to the growing pressure on Ukrainian defenses.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine sends untrained young troops to frontlines amid Russian escalation

Ukraine is calling up 30,000 new soldiers every month. Most are young men barely out of school, forced into a war they didn’t choose.

Ukraine’s top general demands 30,000 new troops a month

The Russian forces have launched some devastating attacks across Ukraine. The Ukrainian military chief has admitted that the front lines are under serious pressure. And our next story takes a look at how Kiev is now rushing much younger recruits with very minimum training to the battlefield.

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The European Union has accused China of being a key enabler of Russia’s war against Ukraine. EU leader Kaja Kallas stated that without Chinese support, Russia wouldn't sustain its military aggression. Meanwhile, Ukraine has captured two Chinese nationals allegedly fighting for Russia, and President Zelensky claims Russia is recruiting Chinese citizens through social media.

Russia-Ukraine war: EU's Kallas: Without China's support, Russia wouldn't be able to wage war

Russia-Ukraine war: EU accuses China as the key enabler of Russia's war

Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, came under a wave of relentless Russian drone attacks overnight. At least 55 drones were launched, triggering fires, explosions, and injuries in multiple cities.

Russia-Ukraine war: massive Russian drone strike sets Kharkiv ablaze

The Ukrainian military claims to have shot down a Russian strategic bomber. The aircraft costs approximately $100 million. In fact, the Soviet-era aircraft is a crucial element in Russia's long-range air assault against Ukraine. And according to Ukraine's military chief, the strike took place just after the bomber landed.

BREAKING | Ukrainian army chief says, 'Our drone destroyed a Russian bomber'

World: Zaluzhnyi said that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly.

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The Russia-Ukraine war turns into a deadly drone war as Ukraine claims Russian forces staged massive drone attacks on the Ukrainian cities of Dnipro, Kharkiv, and Kramatorsk late on April 8. The Ukrainian Air Force said that Russia launched 55 drones during its overnight attack. The air force shot down 32 drones, and another eight did not reach their targets, likely due to electronic warfare countermeasures.

Ukraine war turns into deadly drone war | Ukraine attacks Zaporizhzhia gas pipeline, power line

Putin Launches 15 Strikes On Ukraine's Kharkiv! Trump Ceasefire Plan Fails | Russia-Ukraine War | Russia-Ukraine Explosions were seen over Kyiv late during a Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian capital. Russia launched 30 drones on Kyiv and the air defence shot down 16 drones, according to Kyiv city military administration. The remaining drones did not reach their targets, likely due to electronic countermeasures, Kyiv city military administration said.

Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow launches large-scale drone strikes on Kharkiv

President Donald Trump has once again called for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, saying he's ready to speak directly to both sides. Labeling the ongoing situation as “crazy,” Trump criticized Russia over deadly missile strikes in Kryvyi Rih that killed 20 civilians, including 9 children. As Ukraine urges a swift US response, hopes rise around Trump's claim that a ceasefire deal is close.

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Russia is ramping up its artillery warfare in Ukraine, using advanced systems like the Tornado-S to strike deeper and harder. With relentless shelling and evolving tactics, Russia is leveraging firepower to push for territorial gains, redefining battlefield dynamics in the ongoing war.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia's artillery barrages devastate Ukarinian defence

In a shocking announcement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that Ukrainian forces captured two Chinese men fighting alongside Russia in eastern Ukraine. Zelensky also stated that Kyiv has "information" suggesting that many more Chinese nationals may be participating in Russia's conflict. Kyiv has reportedly reached out to Beijing for a response.

Russia-Ukraine war: 2 Chinese nationals fighting for Russia captured, says Ukrainian president

In a shocking announcement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that Ukrainian forces captured two Chinese men fighting alongside Russia in eastern Ukraine....

Ukraine captures 2 Chinese soldiers in Donetsk, demands Beijing's response

Chinese soldiers join Putin's war amid Ukraine's shock offensive in Belgorod

World: Zelensky wrote, “Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.”

'How is China going to respond?': Ukraine captures Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia; Zelensky demands answers from Beijing

Ukraine has shared footage showing attacks in Belgorod following President Zelensky's public acknowledgement for the very first time that his troops are active in the Russian city, which borders Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine releases footage of Belgorod attack

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Ukraine is rapidly scaling up its military firepower with the production of 20 domestically built Bohdana howitzers every month. These NATO-standard, self-propelled artillery systems are being used in precision strikes against Russian positions, with a powerful range of up to 42 kilometers. As the war continues, Ukraine’s focus on indigenous defense manufacturing grows stronger.

Ukraine boosts firepower with new Bohdana Howitzers capable of 42km strikes

Ukraine is facing relentless Russian strikes on key cities including Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, and Sumy. President Zelensky has warned of intensified aerial attacks, while Ukrainian forces scramble to send undertrained recruits to the frontlines. As Russia uses precision munitions to hit critical infrastructure, ceasefire efforts remain unclear and increasingly unlikely.

Ukraine under siege as Russia targets cities, Zelensky warns of deadlier strikes

The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered a new phase of intensity with both sides trading blows in a conflict that shows no signs of abetting. Moscow is denying firing on civilian infrastructure after a deadly strike on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih that killed 20 people, including nine children. Watch in for more details!

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