Russians complain that their “plan didn’t work,” while missile strikes "aren’t helping"
An intercepted phone call a Russian soldier made to his wife exposes the current morale of the Russian military and the attitude of their commanders.
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10 April 2022
Before retreating, Russians set up tripwires even in washing machines – interior minister
Before withdrawing from Ukrainian towns and villages captured at the initial stage of the invasion, the Russian military mined households and cars, setting up tripwires even in various home appliances.
Invaders forcibly mobilizing locals in occupied territories - Ombudsperson
In the temporarily occupied territories, Ukrainian citizens are being mobilized to the Russian army.
Russia uses foreign politicians to discredit Ukraine, U.S. - disinfo watchdog
Former Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is spreading through foreign media pro-Russian narratives, claiming that "Slovakia is being drawn into the war in Ukraine."
Government appoints Denys Sharapov as deputy defense minister
The Cabinet of Minister has appointed Denys Sharapov as deputy defense minister of Ukraine.
Ukraine institutes more than 4,200 criminal proceedings over violation of laws and customs of war
Since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, more than 4,200 criminal proceedings have been instituted over Russia’s violation of laws and customs of war.
Zelensky thanks Trudeau for assistance for Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau for the assistance provided for Ukraine.
Ukrainian Air Force destroyed 13 air targets in a day
On April 9, the Ukrainian Air Force destroyed 13 enemy air targets, including three planes, one helicopter and four cruise missiles.
Enemy launched 7 missile strikes on Mykolaiv region
In the southern direction, Russian forces launched seven rocket attacks on Mykolaiv region, but no casualties were reported.
Five civilians killed, another five wounded in enemy shelling of Donetsk region
In Donetsk region on April 9, five civilians were killed and another five were wounded in shelling by Russian invaders.
More than 4,500 people evacuated on Apr 9 – President’s Office
A total of 4,532 people were evacuation from dangerous areas of Ukraine on April 9.
09 April 2022
Ukraine Army repels eight enemy attacks within JFO area
Ukrainian defenders have repelled eight enemy attacks and destroyed some Russian military equipment within the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) area.
Ukrainian defenders destroy enemy vehicles in Zaporizhzhia Region
In Zaporizhzhia Region, near the front line, the units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Territorial Defense Forces have destroyed an enemy tank and an armored recovery vehicle.
Ukraine Army destroys 80 enemy troops, plane and three tanks in eastern Ukraine
On April 9, 2022, within the control area of the East Operational and Tactical Group, Ukrainian defenders destroyed about 80 enemy troops, one aircraft and three tanks.
Zelensky, Johnson call for strengthening anti-war coalition against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on Western countries to follow the example of the United Kingdom Britain and increase pressure on Russia, including by imposing an embargo on Russian energy and increasing arms supplies to Ukraine.
26 Ukrainians released from Russian captivity - Vereshchuk
Twenty-six Ukrainians were released from Russian captivity today as part of a detainee exchange.
EIB to allocate EUR 4B to EU countries hosting Ukrainian war refugees
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a EUR 4 billion program to support EU Member States hosting Ukrainian war refugees and to develop vital social infrastructure, as part of the EIB's Ukraine Solidarity Package.
Johnson presents new aid package to Ukraine during visit to Kyiv
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has presented a new package of financial and military assistance to Ukraine as part of his visit to Kyiv.
Russia sends two BTGs from Belgorod region to Kharkiv region
Russian terrorist forces are concentrating their efforts on capturing Mariupol and launching an offensive in the Izium area. Additionally, two battalion tactical groups of the enemy have been redeployed from the Belgorod region to the area of Shevchenkove in the Kharkiv region.
Soldiers of Azov Regiment damage enemy's KrAZ trucks in Mariupol
Soldiers of the Azov Regiment in Mariupol have damaged the enemy's KrAZ and destroyed their ammunition.
UN says 1,766 civilians killed in Ukraine since Russian invasion started
The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) says that 1,766 civilians have been killed and 2,383 injured in Ukraine since the full-scale Russian invasion started.
Zelensky sees Johnson as leader in sanctions pressure on Russia, defense support for Ukraine
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is one of the most principled opponents of Russia's war against Ukraine and a leader in exerting sanctions pressure on Russia and providing defense support to Ukraine.
Invaders again hit nitric acid tank near Rubizhne
Russian invaders again hit a nitric acid storage tank near the town of Rubizhne in the Luhansk region, and the population is advised not to leave the shelters.
Russian shipyards halt production of ships due to lack of foreign components - intelligence
The Russian military-industrial complex remains dependent on imported high technology, which is why Russia is unable to continue the production of modern weapons. Thus, Russian shipyards stop the production of ships due to the lack of foreign components.
Abducted and executed: Lithuanian film director dies at hands of Russian fascists in Mariupol
Lithuanian filmmaker Mantas Kvedaravičius was killed by Russian invaders in Mariupol. His body was simply thrown out into the street.
Russia’s further moves to depend on fate of Mariupol - Zelensky
The direction in which the enemy will advance now depends on many factors, including whether Mariupol will withstand the siege.
Enemy amassing forces in east, south, but “we believe in our victory” - President
Russian invaders are concentrating significant forces in eastern and southern Ukraine, but President Zelensky believes in victory.
Russian forces destroyed more than 300 hospitals – health minister
Since the armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine began, the invaders have damaged 307 healthcare facilities, of which 21 are beyond repair.
Zelensky meets with Austrian chancellor in Kyiv
The meeting of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Federal Chancellor of Austria Karl Nehammer has started in Kyiv.
Enemy shells Luhansk region: One killed in Severodonetsk, four injured in Rubizhne
Russian invaders shelled Luhansk region, killing a woman and injuring four other people in Severodonetsk on Saturday.