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Moldovan President Maia Sandu will visit Ukraine to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster. She plans to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and participate in events honoring the victims.
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Ukrainian Defense Forces launched an attack on an oil refinery in Yaroslavl, Russia, on April 26. The information was reported by Andriy Kovalенко of Ukraine's Center for Countering Disinformation.
Ukraine's air defense forces shot down 124 of 144 Russian drones during an attack on April 25-26. This assault involved multiple drone types launched from various regions in Russia.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces reported 149 clashes with Russian forces on April 26. The General Staff highlighted the Pokrovsk direction as the most active area of conflict.
Czech security analyst Otakar Foltin stated that China stands as the primary beneficiary of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. He emphasized that Russia's imperial ambitions under President Putin threaten its own territorial integrity, especially in the east.
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On April 26, three children were injured in Dnipro during a second attack on a residential neighborhood. Oleksandr Hanzha, head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Military Administration, reported the injuries via Telegram.
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Ukraine will continue its educational programs for Azerbaijani students. President Volodymyr Zelensky made the announcement after talks with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
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On April 26, 2026, an air alert was declared in several Ukrainian regions due to the threat of ballistic weapon use. The announcement was made by the Ukrainian Air Force via Telegram.
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Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed a Russian shelter in the Kupiansk sector. The 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade reported this operation via Telegram.
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Ukrainian energy officials confirmed there will be no expected power outages on April 26. The announcement was made by Ukrenergo, which advised efficient energy usage during peak hours.
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The New York Times reports that neither Ukraine nor Russia has a clear path to victory or peace in the conflict. The article highlights the ongoing challenges in negotiations and the role of U.S.
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Azerbaijan donated five passenger buses to Ukraine on April 25, 2026, during President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit. The announcement came from Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha via social media.
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