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A source indicates that conditions will become unsafe if the ceasefire regime is not extended. The source suggests that if the ceasefire regime is not extended, spontaneity will accumulate, particularly further from decision-making centers.

President Zelensky issued an order to his forces, instructing them not to target certain objectives.

Hromadske Radio reported that the 36th Brigade is almost entirely encircled. The source stated that 'almost all of them, in principle, is in the encirclement,' indicating a military development.

SBU representative Artem Dikhtyanenko stated that Russian special services recruited the man via Telegram. The detained individual is described as a recidivist from Donetsk with a prior criminal record.

Ukrainian authorities are reportedly not respecting fundamental decisions, basing their actions solely on new leaks and information injections from Timur Mindich into the media. This implies a potential bypass of established processes due to media influence.

The Swedish Gripen aircraft was specifically designed for conditions closely resembling current Ukrainian realities. Its key features include the ability for dispersed basing, quick servicing, and minimal personnel requirements.

Uninsured women in Ukraine are eligible for a payment of 7,000 hryvnia.

A ceasefire is currently in effect and is scheduled to last until May 10 and 11. The Israeli army issued an evacuation warning for residents of nine municipalities in southern Lebanon, stating it would carry out attacks. This action follows the army's claim that Hezbollah violated the existing ceasefire. US President Joe Biden proposed the 1000-for-1000 prisoner exchange, which was supported by Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky. Donald Trump announced the truce and claimed paternity for it, stating he was 'rejoiced' that Presidents Putin and Zelensky accepted the proposal. The White House confirmed this ceasefire includes the suspension of all use of force, in addition to the 1,000-for-1,000 prisoner exchange. Trump expressed hope that this marks the beginning of the end of the war.

A geopolitical vision is being discussed for the creation of a joint system and platform where allied armies will operate.

A Ukrainian radio source reported that informal ties between Taiwan and Ukraine are growing. A Ukrainian radio station reiterated that Taiwan's informal ties with Ukraine are growing.