Степан Барна🇺🇦 @StepanBarn

I accepted the letters of credence from the newly appointed ambassadors of Algeria, the Philippines, Australia, and Moldova. I congratulated them on the start of their diplomatic missions and thanked them for the support of our state and independence. We discussed Russia’s war against Ukraine, the protection of our people, as well as the situation in the Middle East and the Gulf region. Our partners recognize the importance of our security mission and cooperation with countries currently facing attacks from the Iranian regime. Our goal is absolutely clear – we must strengthen security everywhere and do everything possible to end the war and guarantee reliable protection. We greatly count on coordination and mutual support. Ukraine is open to cooperation with all who truly value peace.

Historic moment there - Ukrainian Special Forces operators take a North Korean soldier POW.

Good morning world🇺🇦♥️

Not in my house! 📹: 114th @TDF_UA Brigade

Slava Ukraini! Heroyam Slava!

After several months of heavy defense, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have moved into an active phase. Our troops are simultaneously striking in several key directions: Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Luhansk, and Kherson. • Russian assaults, which had recently been especially massive, have been completely disrupted. The enemy is suffering enormous losses and is being pushed back. • Our units are advancing, liberating new settlements. • Ukrainian aviation and drone units are performing particularly effectively — over the past day, they have been taking down Russian pilots and equipment in the air. Several Su-34s, Su-35s, and attack helicopters have already been destroyed. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that the counteroffensive is proceeding in an organized manner with minimal losses for our fighters. Russia’s “meat assaults” have stalled. The enemy is abandoning equipment and retreating in panic. This is especially evident in the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk directions. Our troops are already entering settlements that were still under Russian control just yesterday. People are greeting the Armed Forces of Ukraine with tears in their eyes.

“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, but the one most responsive to change.” Charles Darwin The combat losses of the enemy from February 24, 2022 to April 8, 2026.

FPV, explosions, smoke, and armor overhead. Every element of training is as close as possible to real combat. Full immersion in the battlefield environment, including through virtual reality. 📹: 92nd Assault Brigade

While the US 🇺🇸 and Russia lose aircraft left and right in contested airspace, Ukraine 🇺🇦 continues to carry out effective strikes daily without suffering the same level of losses

Consistency bears fruit. Long-range strikes on Russia in March disrupted a significant share of the aggressor’s oil exports routed through the Baltic Sea.

Crazy stuff: likely drugged Russian soldier marches through the field with his bayonet fixed, then gets completely destroyed by a Ukrainian FPV drone. Gives me strong WW1 vs WW3 vibes. No one told them you can’t win with a bayonet anymore?

Over the last four months, Ukraine’s air defense efficiency has increased by 9.7%.

❗️Ust-Luga is on fire 🔥 🔥🔥 Primorsk + Ust-Luga = almost 50% of all russian oil exports! And Ust-Luga is the main export hub of liquefied gas in russia. Happy Wednesday everyone! Ukraine is WINNING 🥳🥳🥳

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Zaporizhzhia. russia strikes civilians without mercy—again. One life lost. Seven more wounded. This is what terror looks like.

More drone sanctions are being applied, with the Afipsky refinery suddenly being closed for planned maintenance after the successful interception of all drones by Russian air defence* * Refinery distillation towers are now considered air defence due to numerous successful drone interceptions. 🔥

❗️On the night of March 14, Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Afipsky Oil Refinery (Krasnodar Krai, Russia) — a hit was recorded, along with a fire at the key primary oil processing unit. A strike was also carried out on the infrastructure of the Kavkaz port (Chushka area) — a vessel was damaged, a fire broke out on the pier, and there are casualties (according to Russian sources — 3 people). Both facilities are used to support the Russian army. The extent of the damage is still being clarified.

Ukrainian intercept team on combat duty, ready to take down Russian Shaheds with Sting drones.

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“We don’t need Ukraine’s help in drone defense.” These are the words Donald Trump spoke during a FOX interview. He added: “We know more about drones than anybody. We actually have the best drones in the world.” This is, of course, a false claim, given that the United States is currently using $4 million Patriot missiles to shoot down $50,000 Iranian/russian drones. Meanwhile, highly effective Ukrainian drone interceptors cost about $2,000. But Trump’s arrogance could actually be beneficial for Ukraine. Here is an analysis from the Executive Director of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Igor Semyvolos: Trump’s statement that the United States does not need Ukrainian drones paradoxically strengthens Ukraine’s position in the Middle East. Given the well-known attitude of regional elites toward this “old man,” his arrogance may actually become a strategic springboard for Ukraine. I clearly remember how dramatically the attitude of Arab experts toward Ukraine changed after the conversation about the “trump card in the White House” in 2025. In Arab political culture, agency and the ability to withstand pressure are valued far more than formal agreements. The behavior of the Ukrainian leadership at that time made a real impression. Until 2025, many Arab elites perceived Ukraine merely as a U.S. “client,” fully dependent on Washington’s will. But the situation changed when Ukraine clearly demonstrated its own position — and comparisons with several Arab leaders who had sat in that same chair in the White House did not work in their favor. In the East, they saw a leader who did not falter under pressure and did not turn into an obedient petitioner waiting for instructions. Having secured its status as a player capable of acting independently, Ukraine then moved to concrete proposals — offering unique defense solutions. Interceptor drones became the real argument that reinforced the political stance with technological advantage. It turned out that Ukraine possesses expertise that even the United States, with its multi-billion-dollar budgets, currently does not have. Ukraine changed roles: from a “consumer of Western aid” to a “supplier of critical technologies.” Trump’s recent statement on Brian Kilmeade’s show — where he brushed off Ukrainian assistance in defending bases in Jordan, saying that “we know more about drones than anyone” — is perceived in the region not as a display of strength but as ordinary arrogance. Experts in Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia know the reality very well. It is enough to read the regular reviews of the Arab press. The issue is not whether Americans have their own drones. The issue is that, for the Arab world, Ukrainian interceptor drones today represent the only working, relatively inexpensive, and — most importantly — battle-tested solution. The perception of Trump among Arab experts as an unpredictable figure who is often dismissive of regional nuances creates a perfect emotional bridge for Ukraine. Against the backdrop of American isolationism, Ukraine’s readiness to share technology “here and now” looks like a new kind of strategic partnership. This is not simply trade — it is the emergence of direct security cooperation, which significantly strengthens Ukrainian and European agency in the region.

Carney: "Canada's position is to maintain sanctions on Russia, including on the shadow fleet which is moving it's oil. There has been very tight cooperation between Russia and Iran at great cost to the people of Ukraine and a great threat to peace and security in Europe. The coalition of the willing has stood up to that — in providing the framework for security guarantees, in providing support and training and materiel to Ukraine, and in terms of sanctions which we stand by and will continue to do so."