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A speaker on Radio NV criticized the Ukrainian president for allegedly posting videos of himself throwing excrement at protesters. The speaker warned that such actions could lead to societal division and the emergence of similar individuals. This behavior is seen as setting a precedent for similar actions within society. The footage shows four rockets being launched simultaneously in a single video to prevent speculation regarding different impact locations. Ukraine has conducted several successful strikes on military-industrial complex facilities used for manufacturing rocket components. The video follows reports of Ukrainian strikes targeting specific oil refineries.

Law enforcement in Ukraine has detained suspects involved in laundering approximately 580 million Ukrainian hryvnias. The origin of the drones involved in the case is under investigation. The head of the agency reminded listeners of a statement by Director-General Rafael Grossi, who warned that strikes on or near nuclear power plants could threaten nuclear safety. The agency assured that its team would investigate the incident and continue to monitor the situation. Six reactors at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant are currently in a shutdown state.

Ukrainian veterans are entitled to additional support, including two annual payments, health and social assistance for socio-household issues. Each payment is equivalent to one month's monetary allowance. Injuries are a direct basis for receiving these benefits. The state also pays compensation for established disability or partial loss of working capacity. The amount depends on the disability group or percentage of functional loss determined by an expert commission. Veterans and combat participants in Ukraine can receive full compensation for the cost of a vehicle. The state will cover half of the cost, while insurance companies will cover the remaining half. The service is available to combat participants and persons with national status. Veterans who have registered a business and obtained veteran entrepreneur status are eligible for grants.

South Korea possesses one of the world's most powerful armies, with approximately 464,000 personnel. Ukraine was one of the few countries that cooperated with Azerbaijan in the defense industry, selling weapons and sharing expertise. This cooperation occurred despite the understanding that it would involve dealing with Russia. Ukrainian specialists visited Azerbaijan to share their experience.

Revolutions are not always successful, and their outcomes require complex analysis. For a revolution to succeed, it must have an actionable program and a social base; otherwise, it is doomed to failure.

Following 1848, Galician Ukrainians gained access to the electoral system without declaring radical ideas. This system was initially based on shared language, faith, historical memory, common heroes, and holidays. The institutional framework is considered for this access. Galician Ukrainians experienced various currents and influences, some of which are recognizable today. Moscow invested significantly in shaping a positive image of the Russian Empire, supporting so-called 'Muscovites' in Galicia. This historical context provided a stimulus for change among Galician Ukrainians. For Galician Ukrainians, change has always been a stimulus. There were various currents that are recognizable today. This drive was evident in the period between 1908 and World War I, leading to societal development.

Historical songs are being collected and published in almanacs, with 'Rusalka Dnisterova' being a example from the early 1930s. This effort aims to slowly awaken the large peasant population. The publication of such works is seen as a example for local Russians within the Russian Empire.

Modern historians in Ukraine are reinterpreting past eras by applying contemporary understandings to distant historical periods. This approach focuses on the transfer of late 18th-century perceptions to much earlier times, regardless of precise reconstruction or event order.

Law enforcement in Ukraine has uncovered a conversion center scheme, with evidence gathered from nearly 40 searches in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The decree follows a proposal submitted to the Verkhovna Rada on April 27. This extension moves the previous deadline from May 4 to May 8. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated on April 30 that Russia remains willing to restart negotiations on the Ukraine issue based on existing Russian-US consensus. Lavrov noted that President Putin reiterated this position during a phone call with US President Trump on April 29. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy also stated that invitations for US Special Envoy Witkoff and Kushner to visit remain valid, though they have not yet responded. The extension aims to maintain the current state of national defense.

Ukraine is preparing to sell confiscated assets, including properties of singer Natalia Valevskaya and former education minister Dmytro Tabachnyk, for alleged collaboration. Over 15,010 assets are being processed, with 260 ready for sale this year. 205 million hryvnias from sales have already been transferred to the fund for liquidating the consequences of Russian aggression, intended for rebuilding destroyed housing. An exhibition in Kyiv features captured Russian and Western weaponry, including a Leopard 2-4 tank, M1-1 Abrams, and Mardar infantry fighting vehicles. The display showcases the effectiveness of Ukraine's defense systems. The event is dedicated to soldiers who fought against Russian forces. Experts will discuss the current situation on hot frontlines and other areas.