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Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov stated that Ukrainian ballistic missiles cost six times less than American counterparts. Umerov expressed readiness to produce 7,000 ballistic missiles.

International organizations have increased the estimated financial requirement for Ukraine's reconstruction to $588 billion. This figure comes on the fourth anniversary of the war's outbreak. Approximately one-fifth of these funds are required specifically for damage repair.

Monthly tank destruction rates on the battlefield have dropped to between 80 and 110 units. This figure is three to four times lower than the 350 to 400 tanks destroyed per month seen one to two years ago. The decline also applies to armored fighting vehicles. The source noted that equipment destruction is currently at a lower level compared to previous periods.

Ukraine's military intelligence agency, GUR, reports Russian preparatory actions targeting Poland and the Baltic states.

The Ministry of Development has begun forming a unified database for construction material prices. The initiative aims to create an electronic system for price transparency in the construction sector.

Ukrainian forces are utilizing reconnaissance and kamikaze drones of domestic manufacture to strike enemy logistics. The objective is to prevent the adversary from supplying personnel, ammunition, and food provisions. The stated goal is to strike the opponent within a 20-kilometer range. Ukraine has entered a fifth phase of funding specifically designated for operational tasks, including the destruction of enemy logistics and counter-drone efforts. The source stated that it is no longer true that the country is in critical need of funds as they are currently placing orders. The funding is being allocated to specific tasks involving operational depth and logistics combat. The source noted that sufficient resources exist in Ukraine but require better redistribution and organization.

The Stuxnet cyber operation involved the United States and Israel, according to a report discussed on YLE Radio 1. The software was used to damage industrial control systems in Ukraine, including Kyiv's electricity grid.

A priest has been held in custody until at least April 23 without the right to bail. The individual is accused of justifying Russian shelling of Ukrainian cities through his sermons.

State Border Guard spokesperson Andriy Demchenko reported an increase in illegal attempts to cross the Ukrainian border via the Dniester River. Violators are increasingly using wetsuits and aqua-scooters to move faster and reduce visibility.

A third video shows an attempt to bury a seventh victim.