Russia allegedly employs North Korean missiles, claims Zelensky.
Get a quick rundown of the ongoing Ukraine war developments, including the latest rocket attack on Kyiv using a North Korean cryptotype missile, the US's desire for a peace deal, and more.
21:52 Crypto Rocket Hits Kyiv: Collaboration Accusation
In a deadly assault on the capital, Russia is accused of using a ballistic rocket of North Korean origin, based on Ukrainian preliminary findings. President Volodymyr Zelensky noted that if the claims about the rocket's production in North Korea are true, it would prove the criminal alliance between Russia and Pyongyang. The attack, involving around a dozen fatalities and 90 injuries, occurred early this morning, marking a possible rise in military cooperation between Moscow and Kim Jong Un's regime.
21:24 Trump's Hopes of Concessions from Moscow
US President Trump expects Moscow to show significant concessions to end the war, such as not fully occupying its neighboring country. The Russian military has already controlled around 20% of Ukraine since the 2014 invasion, which has yet to show signs of substantial change despite ongoing conflicts over the past three years. While no concrete indications suggest that the Russian troops are poised to occupy the whole of Ukraine at present, that may be a change Trump envisions in peace negotiations.
20:47 Cousin of JD Vance on No Peace with Putin
Nate Vance, the cousin of US Vice President JD Vance and a veteran of the Ukraine war, does not believe in a peaceful solution with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin. He maintains that the Russians are likely to convince the US government that they do not want peace. Instead, he advocates for the USA to enforce its way with "force" if Putin rejects the offer of peace in writing.
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19:59 Ukraine Missile Destruction in Russia
Ukrainian military intelligence services report the destruction of a Russian fighter jet at the Rostov-on-Don airport by a sabotage operation. A Su-30SM machine was allegedly set on fire. The Ukrainian Intelligence and Security Forces claim that this act of sabotage demonstrates the growing forces prepared to resist the Kremlin and undertake demilitarization measures against the aggressor state.
19:20 Trump's Timeline for Peace: "I Have My Own Deadline"
US President Trump leaves open when he thinks the war should end, claiming he has his own timeline. Although he has been pushing for a quick conclusion to the war, recent threats indicate his intent to bring the peace talks to an end if necessary. Now, Trump says both sides (Russia and Ukraine) need to negotiate, and both want peace, adding that he does not have a specific deadline in mind.
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18:57 Trump on Putin's Listening: Yes
Trump expresses confidence that Russian President Putin will listen to him and stop the attacks on Ukraine after a heavy shelling of Kyiv. In a White House encounter, he responds affirmatively when asked whether he believes Putin will heed his advice.
18:37 Macron Lashes Out at Putin's Lying
French President Macron accuses Putin of lying while continuing deadly assaults on Ukraine. He argues that President Putin needs to stop lying, as he says peace is what Putin desires verbally, but his actions contradict his words by continuing to bomb Ukraine and kill innocent civilians.
18:07 Demand for Ukraine's Right to Army in Peace Deal
The US reportedly aims to demand that Russia accepts Ukraine's right to its own army and defense industry as part of a peace agreement, according to Bloomberg News sources. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff plans to raise this issue in his next meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
17:31 Ukraine Seeks Access to Frozen Russian Assets
Ukraine is aiming to gain access to frozen Russian assets to help rebuild the country. Central Bank Chief Andrij Pyschnyj explains that they have a mechanism to access these assets and use them to cover Ukraine's damages and losses from the war.
17:03 Fischer on Trump, Putin, and Kyiv
Colonel Markus Reisner of the Austrian Armed Forces believes that a peace agreement proposed by Trump would amount to a total surrender for Ukraine. He likens the current negotiation situation to a poker game where Trump's bluff has been called.
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16:28 Zelensky Submits London Conference Proposals to Trump
The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selenskyj has submitted the proposals from the London conference for ending the conflict to Donald Trump. The conference included representatives from several European nations, and the president repeats his stance that anything that contradicts Ukrainian values or the constitution cannot be included in an agreement.
16:01 Sharma: USA Pushing for Deal with Force
Overnight, air strikes occurred across Ukraine, causing severe damage. "People have witnessed the full brutality of the Russian invasion," reports ntv correspondent Kavita Sharma from Pawlograd. Meanwhile, US President Trump announces deals that anger and dismay the Ukrainians.
Politics Sharma Reports from Pawlograd "USA Pushing for Deal with Force"
15:32 Russia Admits Loss of Crimea Years Ago
The Kremlin agrees with a statement by US President Donald Trump that Ukraine lost the Crimea annexed by Russia in 2014 years ago. Russian Spokesman Dmitri Peskov states that this opinion matches their long-held stance. Trump had asserted on his online platform Truth Social that the Crimea had been "lost for years" and that its recovery by Ukraine was "no longer discussed." The Ukrainian government has consistently denied surrendering Crimea as part of any agreement with Moscow.
Politics Kremlin Keeps Cards Close "Trump's Peace Plan is a Surrender Deal"
14:52 Trump: "Wladimir, STOP!"
US president Trump calls on Russian President Vladimir Putin to cease attacks on Kyiv. "Wladimir, STOP!" Trump writes on his social network Truth Social, expressing his displeasure about the ongoing attacks on Kyiv.
Politics After Attack on Kyiv "Wladimir, STOP!" - Trump Criticizes Putin
14:24 Hunter: If USA Withdraws, "Ukraine Could Fall Entirely to Russia"
The American proposal for a possible ceasefire in Ukraine raises questions about Ukraine's sovereignty, as well as the end of the USA as an ally of Europe if the proposal is accepted. Political expert Thomas Hunter explains that if the USA withdraws, Ukraine could fall entirely under Russia's control.
Politics Hunter Sees No Guarantees If USA Withdraws, "Ukraine Could Fall Entirely to Russia"
13:48 "Disaster in the Making: Complete Surrender"
Trump wants to conclude the war in Ukraine quickly. "He should have delivered long ago," says Klemens Fischer, a political scientist. In the Oval Office, the US President now speaks of agreements with Russia and Ukraine, but there is no talk of balance, according to Fischer.
Politics Fischer on Trump, Putin, and Kyiv "Disaster in the Making: Complete Surrender"
13:17 North Korean Rocket Used in Attack on Kyiv
Russian forces are alleged to have employed a North Korean missile in their assault on Kyiv last night, according to unnamed Ukrainian military sources. The weapon in question is a ballistic missile of the KN-23 (KN-23A) type.
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12:26 Russian Expansion Plans
Russia may still seek to seize more territory, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov. He states that Russia is open to a ceasefire and peace agreement with Ukraine provided that Kyiv surrenders the territories fully annexed by Moscow. These regions include Luhansk, Donetsk, Saporischschja, and Cherson.
11:58 Economic Interests
Russia might be aiming for economic benefits in ongoing peace negotiations with Ukraine, speculates ntv correspondent Rainer Munz.
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11:27 Possible Lifting of Sanctions Against Nord Stream 2
There are rumors that the Trump administration is considering lifting sanctions against the Russian gas pipeline Nord Stream 2 and other energy facilities, according to the US newspaper "Politico." Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is said to have advocated for this idea. However, the idea has not found favor in the White House, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed opposition to it, according to "Politico."
11:03 Return to Ukraine
After the overnight Russian missile attack on Kyiv with more than ten casualties, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shortens his trip to South Africa. He will return to Ukraine immediately following his meeting with the President of South Africa.
10:36 Ukraine Incapable of Agreement, Alleges Moscow
The Russian leadership accuses Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of being unable to reach an agreement. The inability to conclude a deal to end the war is becoming increasingly apparent, says Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry.
10:10 Defense Pact Plans
The United Kingdom and the European Commission are reportedly finalizing plans for a new defense pact, according to media reports citing several insiders familiar with talks between British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in London.
09:34 Nuclear Weapons Use Threat
Russia reserves the right to use nuclear weapons in the event of "aggression" by Western countries, according to Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of Russia's Security Council. This follows changes made to Russia's nuclear doctrine last year, which allows nuclear weapons to be used even with conventional weapons in the event of an attack on Russia or its allies.
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Ex-Kremlin Diplomat on Nuclear Fear "Putin doesn't need a nuclear doctrine, it's nonsense"
09:05 Modern Hitler-Stalin Pact: Trump's Desires Allegedly
Trump is believed to seek a mediator role between Ukraine and Russia, and is prepared to fulfill all of Putin's demands to reach an agreement, according to ntv reporter Peter Kleim. Allegedly, Trump seeks long-term benefits through deals with Putin and a new world order.
08:39 Foreign Mercenaries Recruitment
According to a media report, mercenaries from at least 48 countries have joined the Russian military during the war. These soldiers, recruited in Moscow between April 2023 and May 2024, are reported to have listed the same address (Yablotschkova Street 5) as their recruitment location.
08:10 Rescue Operations, Ruins, and Ringing Phones
Under the rubble in Kyiv, search-and-rescue operations continue. Although victims are still believed to be trapped, the number of fatalities has not been confirmed.
07:51 Zelensky Meeting South African President Ramaphosa
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in South Africa to meet with President Cyril Ramaphosa to discuss bilateral cooperation and efforts to end the Russian war in Ukraine. Zelensky is seeking international support for his country's war efforts, while US President Trump is increasingly putting pressure on Ukraine.
07:35 Death Toll Increase in Kyiv
The death toll from a Russian attack on Kyiv is rising, with at least two people killed and 63 injured, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Nearly 40 of the injured were taken to the hospital.
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Multiple Explosions in the City
Several Casualties in Kyiv Rockets Attack
07:04 Trump Criticizes Zelensky's Crimea Stance
US President Donald Trump has again criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. By refusing to recognize Russia's annexation of Crimea, he is prolonging the war, Trump claims on his Truth Social platform. Despite this, Zelensky justifies his stance that Ukraine will continue to follow its constitution, and he hopes for strong support from its allies, especially the US.
06:35 Russian Ambassador to Attend Peace Conference in Torgau
The Russian ambassador, Sergei Nechaev, will attend a peace conference commemorating the end of World War II 80 years ago this Friday in Torgau, Saxony, Germany. The ambassador is expected to participate in events to mark the meeting of American and Soviet soldiers on the Elbe on April 25, 1945.
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German Organizations at Risk: Russian Spies Infiltrate
German organizations with an Eastern Europe focus are increasingly targeted by Russian intelligence services. "It's worrying that Russian services are targeting researchers in Germany," says Philipp Schmaedeke, chairman of the Academic Network for Eastern Europe (Akno). A hacking attack on the organization is suspected to be tied to a Russian intelligence agency.
05:42 NATO Chief's Washington Meeting
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte is traveling to Washington for talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz. The discussion is likely to include the stagnating talks on a ceasefire in Ukraine, scheduled for a NATO summit in The Hague this June.
04:44 US Treasury Secretary's Ukraine Visit
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko. Bessent emphasized the need to sign an economic agreement between the USA and Ukraine as soon as possible.
03:45 Kyiv Rockets Attack: Casualties Climbing
The number of casualties from a Russian missile attack on Kyiv is rising. According to the mayor of Kyiv, approximately 54 people have been injured, with six children among them. Explosions and drones were heard throughout the city.
02:48 Increasing Kyiv Casualties
At least 21 people have been injured in a Russian air strike on Kyiv overnight, according to Ukrainian authorities. Residents of an apartment building were buried under the rubble.
01:42 Possible Agreement with Putin
US President Donald Trump hints at a possible agreement with Vladimir Putin regarding the Ukraine war. Russia is reportedly open to an agreement, according to Trump, and he believes he has an agreement with both Russia and Ukraine. Details about this prospective agreement are not yet available.
00:42zelenskyy plea for continued support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses hope that continued collaboration will bring peace closer after the talks in London. "Today, emotions are running high, but it's good that five countries have come together to bring peace closer," Zelensky writes on X.
- The Ukraine war update includes the latest development of a North Korean cryptotype missile used in a deadly assault on Kyiv by Russia, a move that President Volodymyr Zelensky described as proof of a criminal alliance between Russia and North Korea.
- US President Trump expects Moscow to show significant concessions to end the war, such as not fully occupying its neighboring country, which has already been controlled by the Russian military for around 20% since the 2014 invasion.
- Nate Vance, cousin of US Vice President JD Vance and a veteran of the Ukraine war, does not believe in a peaceful solution with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, advocating for the USA to enforce its way with "force" if Putin rejects the offer of peace in writing.
- According to Ukrainian military intelligence services, a Russian fighter jet at the Rostov-on-Don airport was destroyed by a sabotage operation, allegedly set on fire by Ukrainian forces, demonstrating increasing resistance against the Kremlin and undertaking demilitarization measures against the aggressor state.
