155 mm Ukrainian 2P22 “Bohdana-BG” howitzers with standard additional armor, as well as 2S22 “Bohdana” self-propelled guns on Tatra 815 6×6 and Tatra Phoenix chassis, are in service with the artillery units of the 44th Separate Artillery Brigade. UNITED24Media

Dnipro attack toll climbs as children reported among wounded: The number of injured in Dnipro as a result of the Russian strike on Thursday night has increased. There are now seven wounded, including two girls aged 9 and 14, officials stated. RBC UA News 23 April newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/dnipro-...

Explosions in Feodosia spark a huge fire at oil depot, tanks burning. In occupied Sevastopol, a series of powerful explosions rang out on the night of 23 April. It is known that the strikes hit an oil depot, according to Crimean Telegram channels and OSINT sources. newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/explosi...

Dnipro is under Russian attack: Russian units attacked Dnipro with drones overnight on April 23. As a result of the enemy shelling, a strike on a high-rise building was recorded, as well as fires in various districts. RBC UA NEWS newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/dnipro-...

In the Russian city of Tuapse, the oil slick washed up by the Tuapse River off the coast is getting bigger and bigger.

A High-rise Apartment building was damaged by Russian drone strikes in Dnipro, causing fires in several districts on the evening of April 23.

"We are transforming the Bundeswehr into Europe's strongest conventional army. In the short term, we are enhancing our defensive capabilities; in the medium term, we aim for a significant build up of capacity; and in the long term, we will ensure technological superiority,"

Putin not ready to meet Zelenskyy or end war: Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov is lying when he says that Russian leader Vladimir Putin is ready to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, states Andriy Kovalenko, head of the CDD. RBC UA News newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/putin-n...

22 April 2026 Several Telegram channels report a strike in Crimea, Feodosia

23 April 2026 BOMBER MAP apx 00:20 Kyiv time, apx 280+ UAVs. 🔴Red arrow - directions of movement of strike UAVs;

Kasparov: Former chess champion and political activist Garry Kasparov said Donald Trump’s “worst geopolitical mistake” was treating the wars in Iran and Ukraine as separate conflicts, arguing that the two are deeply connected through Russia’s backing for Tehran. TVP News tvpworld.com/92856728/kas...

Ukraine could double interceptor drone output with EU loan: The country is capable of producing more weapons than current funding levels allow. As an example, he pointed to interceptor drones, highlighting the gap between production capacity and actual output. RBC newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/ukraine...

Dutch intelligence assesses when Russia could move toward conflict with NATO: Russia could prepare for a potential confrontation with NATO approximately one year after the end of its war against Ukraine, according to the annual report of Dutch intelligence. RBC UA newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/dutch-i...

The moment of the explosion, a Ukrainian drone hit a high-rise in the Russian-held Donetsk with a UAV drone.

22 April 2026, Several Telegram channels report that: In the occupied Melitopol of the Zaporizhzhia region, a series of explosions have been reported, leading to a partial power outage, likely due to a malfunction at the substation.

Trump team explains easing Russia sanctions, citing requests from poor countries: The administration of US President Donald Trump has extended a sanctions exemption that allows the sale of Russian oil, The New York Times reports. RBC Ukraine News 22 April newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/trump-t...

Belgium to purchase batch of Gepard air defense systems for Ukraine: Ukraine will receive 15 self-propelled anti-aircraft Gepard systems from Belgium to help protect its skies. The systems will be purchased, refurbished, and transferred to Ukraine's forces. RBC UA newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/belgium...

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky admitted the war in Iran has taken the focus away from Russia’s aggression against his country, telling CNN it was a big risk to think that efforts to end the fighting in Ukraine can’t restart until the conflict in Iran ends. CNN edition.cnn.com/2026/04/22/w...

Kremlin's internet crackdown can't outrun Russian anger: There is anger for sure, caused by war casualties, inflation, travel restrictions, and growing limits on everyday online life. The only thing that Putin can control is the repression or the fear that he creates. tvpworld.com/92853218/bro...

Ukraine is preparing to expand security cooperation with India and Bahrain, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said after a report by National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov. UNITED24Media 22 April 2026.

Ukraine will receive the Alkmaar-class minehunter HNLMS Makkum from the Netherlands. Upon joining the Ukrainian Navy, the vessel will be named ‘Henichesk’ in honour of the ship lost during a combat mission near the Kinburn Spit in June 2022. MoD News, 21 April 2026 mod.gov.ua/en/news/ukra...

This platform is frequently used in Ukraine to identify threats from drones, including Iranian-designed Shahed models, and to coordinate counterattacks using interceptor drones.

Zelenskyy: Unblocking €90 billion is a signal for Russia. "The unblocking is the right signal under the current circumstances. Russia must end its war. And the incentives for that can arise only when both support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia are sufficient." newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/zelensk...

Ukraine's forces wiped out a cluster of Russian military using long-range kamikaze drones.

Spain to deliver 100 VAMTAC armored vehicles and 155mm artillery shells to Ukraine this year, Defense Minister Margarita Robles announced the package during a visit to Kyiv. Kyiv Post 22 April 2026

Germany has been informed that Russia will stop the supply of Kazakh crude oil via the Druzhba pipeline, the economy ministry said on Wednesday, forcing one of its biggest refineries to make up for that gap from elsewhere. TVP World News 22 April 2026 tvpworld.com/92850525/ger...

Ukraine to receive more than €600: A new aid package from the European Union and the European Investment Bank provides more than 600 million euros for Ukraine. The funds will be directed toward critical infrastructure and energy efficiency. RBC Ukraine News newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/ukraine...

Oil surge won't save Russia's economy from recession: A sharp rise in oil prices driven by the US-Iran conflict will not save Russia’s economy from recession, as structural problems remain too deep, analysts say, according to Bloomberg. RBC Ukraine News 22 April newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/oil-sur...

Germany prepares for war with Russia and changes its military strategy: Germany presents its first-ever military strategy, in which Russia is identified as the main security threat in Europe. Berlin plans to turn the Bundeswehr into the continent’s strongest army. newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/germany...

⚡ EU will cut Venice Biennale funding over Russia’s participation, says EU top diplomat Kallas, per Politico. “While Russia bombs museums, destroys churches and seeks to erase Ukrainian culture, it should not be allowed to exhibit its own.”

In the Russian city of St. Petersburg, a crazy driver goes for a swim.

Ukrainian forces of the SIGNUM battalion burn Russian logistics equipment in the Lyman direction.

“Over 20,000 Ukrainian children have been forcibly taken from their families. We will not rest until every single child is returned,” said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, as leaders prepare to meet in Brussels on May 11.

Border guards of the “Forpost” brigade intercepted enemy drones.

EU provisionally approves €90 bln Ukraine loan after Druzhba reopening: European Union ambassadors have approved a €90 billion ($105 billion) loan for Ukraine along with a new sanctions package against Russia, the bloc’s Cyprus presidency said on Wednesday. TVP News tvpworld.com/92848381/eu-...

Near Kharkiv this morning, an enemy drone hit a civilian car. One dead and one injured. 22 April 2026

Two more Russian refineries shut down after drone strikes: In Russia, two oil refineries owned by Rosneft have halted operations following drone attacks. The facilities affected are the Tuapse refinery and the Novokuibyshevsk refinery, Reuters reports. RBC UA News newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/two-mor...

22 April 2026, The Russian port of Tuapse's air quality and health issues are getting worse after fires burn for another 48 hours.

Russia pushing beyond Donbas with goal to capture all of Ukraine: Russian forces are continuing their attempts to advance & aim to seize not only the Donbas but all of Ukraine. However, Ukrainian troops are systematically weakening the enemy’s ability to wage war. newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/russia-...

Russian forces regroup and boost frontlines with reserves: Russian troops are regrouping and bringing in reinforcements to the front lines. This may indicate preparations for a new offensive, according to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. RBC newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/russian...

22 April 2026: Overnight and into this morning, occupied Donetsk was hit by drone attacks.

The Tuapse oil refinery is still burning.

Ukrainian forces strike Russian naval command center in Crimea: On April 21 and during the night of April 22, the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck a Russian naval traffic control center in Sevastopol and other enemy targets, according to the General Staff. RBC UA News newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/ukraini...

Russia strikes Ukraine's Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, and Sumy region: Russian forces launched an attack on Ukraine with strike drones overnight. Port and transportation infrastructure were targeted, and there are casualties. RBC Ukraine News 22 April 2026 newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/russia-...

Zaporizhzhia region hit by strike on transport network, one fatality: On the morning of April 22, Russian forces attacked the transport infrastructure of the Zaporizhzhia region, states the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Ivan Fedorov. newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/zaporiz...

Ukraine MoD: Russian losses as of 22/04/26 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff +1140 troops +1 tanks +7 ACVs +38 artillery +1026 UAVs mod.gov.ua/en/news/tota...

22 April 2026 Overnight, Ukraine forces shot down 189/215 drones.

EU moves to ban entry for Russians who fought against Ukraine: Russians who have fought against Ukraine may be banned from entering the EU. The relevant proposal is expected to be presented at the European Council meeting in June, according to Kaja Kallas. RBC UA newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/eu-move...

EU prepares gas 'fist' as it moves to jointly buy fuel: Brussels plans to restart the AggregateEU platform, which operated in 2023. It allowed companies to pool their requests, thereby strengthening their negotiating position with foreign suppliers. RBC UA News. newsukraine.rbc.ua/news/eu-prep...

22 April 2026, Telegram reports that the Russian city of Sizran in the Samara Oblast is under attack, and Air defence is active. Some reports state that the oil refinery is under attack. Will try to post video ASAP