Ukraine's General Staff confirms: Ukraine has struck four major Russian oil facilities overnight April 18, hitting refineries in Novokuybyshevsk and Syzran, the Vysotsk Lukoil terminal, and the Tikhoretsk pumping station, with fires confirmed across all locations. #Ukraine

The port city of Tuapse, oil facilities are burning for the third consecutive day after Ukrainian long-range drone strikes. #Russia

❗️Ukraine is launching the "A1" Defense AI Center to integrate artificial intelligence into its military operations, with support from the UK. The center will focus on combat data analysis, action prediction, and the development of autonomous systems, including drones and robotic platforms. #Ukraine

❗️Ukraine’s SBU has struck three Russian warships in occupied Crimea, including the landing ships Yamal and Azov, and another vessel of unspecified type. The operation has also hit a Grachonok-class patrol boat, radar systems, communications infrastructure, and fuel storage facilities. #Ukraine

An anti-sabotage Russian Grachonok boat may also have been damaged. In addition to that, SSU's drones damaged the antenna block of the "Dolphin" communication system, the MR-10M1 "Mys-M1" radar, and fuel tanks at the "Yugtorsan" oil depot. Glory!

Security Service of 🇺🇦 had a very productive time in Russian-occupied Crimea:they launched a strike on 3 Russian vessels,a radar and Russian logistics The vessels: ▪️Yamal,a large landing ship of the Russian Navy ▪️Azov,a large landing ship of the Russian Navy ▪️A Russian warship,type unclear so far

⚡️ Ukraine hits 4 'important' Russian oil sites in overnight strikes, military says. Ukraine's General Staff said the targeted sites support Russia's Armed Forces.

🇪🇺🇺🇦 The European Union expects to disburse between 2.5 and 2.7 billion euros to Ukraine. This decision follows the Ukrainian parliament’s completion of essential reforms last week. Read more 👀 theukrainianreview.info/eu-to-disbur...

🇯🇵 Japan plans to ease restrictions on arms exports for the first time since World War II. European diplomats say easing Japan’s export rules could help Western countries diversify arms supplies and reduce dependence on the United States. Read more 👀 theukrainianreview.info/japan-to-eas...

Tuapse, Russia, as of today. The fires in port facilities are continuing unabated. #Russia

Russia's Tuapse oil terminal keeps burning a day after Ukraine's drone strike, with 177 personnel and 56 units of equipment still fighting the fire. More on the attack: euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/16/j... 📹 Exilenova+

Sweden has committed €4 billion in aid to Ukraine and agreed to launch training for Ukrainian pilots on Gripen fighter jets as early as this year. The package has also included continued humanitarian support, including child repatriation efforts and school meal programs. #Ukraine

Iran has fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz for passage of commercial ships for the remaining days of the ceasefire.

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces struck Rubikon's logistics base in occupied Manhush, Donetsk Oblast overnight on 16-17 April — explosions and large fires confirmed at the site. It is at least the third SSO strike on Rubikon infrastructure in 2026 alone. 🔗 euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/17/t...

🇸🇪🇺🇦 Zelensky: For the second time since the restoration of our independence, King Carl XVI Gustaf has come to Ukraine. He is accompanied by a government delegation. I thank His Majesty for the visit and support for our people. Special attention is paid to defense cooperation.

After Ukraine's overnight drone strike, Tuapse is still on fire — a fourth tank exploding before noon, smoke visible from dozens of kilometers away. Ukraine's Special Operations Forces struck Rosneft's refinery and Black Sea export pier. 🔗 More on the attack: euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/16/j...

🇪🇺🇺🇦 "It is time for the EU to unblock the 90 billion euros loan and move forward with the 20th sanctions package. The Foreign Affairs Council will consider this next week," Kallas stressed.

Azov's 1st Corps flying over Donbas Arena in Russian-occupied Donetsk. While Russia kills and injures Ukrainian civilians, Ukrainian drones are gaining control over logistical routes around Donetsk. Russian air defense cannot cope, so more military targets will be destroyed.

⚡️Ukraine hits major Russian oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai, media, officials report.

❗️Zelensky and Norway’s PM Jonas Gahr Støre signed a defense partnership declaration, deepening military cooperation and security ties during talks in Oslo. #Ukraine

Ukraine displayed a new strike drone called "Sichen" at its defense exhibition for foreign diplomats It has a maximum range of 1,400 km and strike accuracy of approximately 20 meters euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/14/k...

🇺🇸 The US has reinstated sanctions against Russian oil, - Politico. These restrictions were previously partially suspended to curb oil and gas prices following the escalation in the Middle East and threats to supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.

❗️Norway will soon transfer the first of six upgraded F-16 fighters to Ukraine, with the aircraft refurbished and modernized in Belgium, PM Støre confirmed. #Ukraine

⚡️Ukraine, Norway sign defense declaration, expand drone cooperation. Norway & Ukraine signed a defense declaration aimed at deepening military cooperation, including joint drone production, following talks between President Volodymyr Zelensky & Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere.

A more accurate version of Trump's meme is circulating online.

Germany and Ukraine now have a strategic partnership. That means "hundreds" of Patriot missiles for Ukraine, 36 more IRIS-T launchers, 300 million euros invested in Kyiv's deep strikes, joint production of mid-range strike drones, and battlefield data sharing. euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/14/g...

Full update video here: youtu.be/Pfg0GXYqSZM

An explosion hit a gunpowder plant in Kazan, Russia. The cause and extent of the damage is unclear. #Russia

❗️Hungary’s PM-elect Péter Magyar pledged to join the European Public Prosecutor’s Office. The move would allow investigations into misuse of EU funds during the Orbán era and support efforts to unlock frozen EU financing. #Hungary

Zelensky said Ukraine has unmatched real combat experience from operations in the Black Sea, including fighting fleets, air strikes and mines. He added Ukraine is ready to support partners on maritime security under equal cooperation. #Ukraine

19 Russian Shaheds in 24 hours downed with Ukraine's STING interceptor drones by crews of the 38th Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment. Drone maker Wild Hornets says those numbers are now routine, with the total rising when other UAV types are counted. 📹 Wild Hornets

🇭🇺🇺🇦 Péter Magyar called for a fundamental shift in Hungary’s policy toward Ukraine. The politician emphasized the need to abandon the confrontational course maintained by the Fidesz government. Read more 👀 theukrainianreview.info/peter-magyar...

Budapest has spent years sounding like Moscow’s echo. Now a different voice is being heard. ㅤ Péter Magyar called Ukraine the victim of this war and asked Hungarians what land they would give up if Russia attacked them. This is at least where a normal relationship can begin.

❗️Ukraine secured €2B in defense support from Belgium and Spain in 2026 ahead of Ramstein talks. Priorities include air defense, drones and long-range artillery, with Belgium confirming additional F-16 deliveries and maintenance support. #Ukraine

Additional footage shows Ukrainian long-range drones striking the chemical plant in Cherepovets, Russia. #Russia

NATO began financially backing Ukraine's defense procurement transformation Ukraine's system lets frontline units order directly from manufacturers and switch suppliers based on battlefield results euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/13/u...

This is not a Black Friday sale of weapons. Ukraine is turning war-tested survival into long-term power. ㅤ President Zelensky says Ukraine is not emptying its arsenals. It is building security partnerships around combat-tested drones, missiles, and sea drones — and turning survival into strength.

Péter Magyar on the EUR 90 billion loan to Ukraine. As far as I understand, he will not block the decision to provide the loan to Ukraine. Hungary will not participate in financing this loan, as was agreed back in December.

Hungary has chosen Europe. Europe has always chosen Hungary. A country reclaims its European path. The Union grows stronger.

🇭🇺 Magyar: TISZA not only won this election, but every sign points towards having a strong two-thirds majority in the new National Assembly.

Orbán Defeated — Putin & Trump Lose, Ukraine Wins youtube.com/watch?v=ETUc...

President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar on a historic election victory on April 12, as Kyiv aims to reset relations with Budapest following Prime Minister Viktor Orban's 16-year rule over Hungary.

⚡️Zelensky congratulates Magyar on election victory, says Kyiv ready to 'develop cooperation' with Hungary.

The man who flew to Budapest to lecture Europe is collapsing at home. ㅤ CNN’s Harry Enten says JD Vance’s net approval fell from +3 to -18, a 21-point drop, the worst standing for a modern VP at this stage. That matters when he keeps trying to lecture allies about Ukraine.

⚡️Estonia says risk of detaining Russian shadow fleet vessels 'too high.' Estonia will not detain Russian shadow fleet vessels in the Baltic Sea due to concerns about military escalation, a senior naval commander told Reuters on April 10.

The secret mission disclosed!! 😂🤣😂