Stories from Ukraine

Donald Trump stated on Thursday that he personally proposed a truce to Vladimir Putin. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the American administration's proposal is merely a real ceasefire or a temporary de-escalation of hostilities for the duration of the Easter holidays.

Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration stated that the country could close most negotiation chapters for EU membership within 12-18 months.

One person died and five others were injured during Russian attacks in the Kherson region on Friday. According to police and prosecutor data, Russian forces targeted the area. An earlier attack resulted in 11 casualties, with six people hospitalized in an emergency facility and one in a regional hospital. Officials noted the possibility of repeated attacks. An explosion occurred early Saturday morning in Kherson, killing one worker and injuring five others. The victims were employees of the Kherson Park municipal enterprise traveling to work in a taxi. One employee remains in critical condition, according to Volodymyr Tsykhtar, director of the enterprise. The explosion was felt by a representative of the Department of Civil Protection and Preventive Activities. Russian forces have claimed progress on the front line in Ukraine following the incident.

A recent poll indicates nearly 60% of Ukrainians do not believe the United States will provide further military assistance if Russia launches another attack.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions have significantly worsened living conditions for residents in Donetsk. The city, previously a prosperous million-person area, now faces severe water shortages. Residents are currently receiving water only twice per week.

Ukrainian intelligence forces, supported by an agent, liquidated a member of the Russian 'Akhmat' unit in the Sumy region. The operation targeted a specific position following intelligence gathering that began in February 2026.

A large-scale exhibition featuring weaponry and advanced first aid medical courses was held in Donetsk. The event coincided with the second anniversary of the establishment of a combat center in the region. The exhibition was reported by Radio Sputnik.

Actor Toni Servilla received the best actor award at the Vinnytsia Film Festival for the film Gratia. The film, directed by Oscar-winner Paula Sarentino, follows a fictional Italian president.

Acting US Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Davis is stepping down from her post after serving for less than one year. Davis is reportedly leaving due to frustration with President Trump and a perceived lack of support. The decision was reported by the Financial Times.

The Ukrainian National Resistance Center reports that more than 5,500 Ukrainian children are located in occupied territories. These children are part of the broader demographic impact within the occupied regions. The figure was cited in relation to internal documents obtained during an investigation. Internal military documents obtained through investigations indicate that the Luhansk region contains the highest number of children among all occupied territories. Funding for the system remains insufficient relative to the needs and pricing policies established in these occupied areas. In the Donetsk region, newly arrived children have been observed taking oaths on February 23, which coincides with the Russian Defender of the Fatherland Day. Child psychologist Yulia Tukalenko from the Voices of Children foundation noted the psychological impact on teenagers regarding these ceremonies.