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Ukrainian forces claim their first victory capturing Russian positions exclusively with unmanned systems, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. This operation utilised drones and ground robots, marking a significant shift in warfare strategy. Stay updated on the latest developments.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi praised the “strategic relationship” with Russia during a meeting with Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg. This partnership could have significant implications amidst the tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Stay informed on their evolving alliance.

Ukrainian soldiers rescued a 72-year-old woman using a robotic vehicle named Cerberus. Spotted by an aerial drone walking through a war-torn area near Lyman, the soldiers draped a blanket over the bot with the message “Grandma, hop on!” to facilitate her evacuation.

On 26 April 2026, residents of Slavutych marked the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster with a candle vigil. Attendees donned hazmat suits and placed candles in a radiation hazard symbol to honour the victims, amid ongoing wartime curfews. The commemoration continues annually.

On April 26, 2026, Ukraine marks 40 years since the Chernobyl disaster, the worst nuclear accident in history. The site, now a ghost town, continues to resonate with the trauma of its past. Visit to learn about its lasting impact and the ongoing effects of radiation.

The world’s top condom manufacturer is increasing prices by up to 30% due to heightened demand linked to the Iran war, says owner Goh Miah Kiat. As instability grows, more people are turning to contraception to prevent pregnancy. Read more about this shift in Metro’s report.

Prince Harry visited Ukraine, appealing directly to Vladimir Putin to end the conflict. During a heartfelt address at the Kyiv Security Conference, he urged world leaders to support the courageous Ukrainian people. For further details on his visit, click here.

A Moscow-born gunman killed at least six people in a Kyiv supermarket shooting, prompting an investigation as a terrorist act. The 58-year-old took hostages before being shot dead by police. Ukrainian authorities are exploring links to the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Russian families are paying for AI-generated resurrection videos of slain soldiers. These clips create lifelike scenes, often accompanied by obituaries, depicting the deceased soldiers without the wounds they suffered. Some families opt for more elaborate scenes, with prices starting at approximately 1,500 rubles.

Four unarmed Ukrainian prisoners were allegedly executed by Russian troops during a ceasefire on Orthodox Easter. The 14th army corps condemned the act as a systematic practice of terrorism, calling for accountability from the Russian high command. Further details are forthcoming.