U.S., Iran, Israel Agree To 2-Week Ceasefire; Tehran Will Allow Safe Passage Via Hormuz For Two Weeks

"President Trump agrees to a two-week ceasefire with Iran

, conditional on them "agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz"
Iran accepts Pakistan's two-week ceasefire proposal, with the deal approved by the New Supreme Leader; Iran also says safe passage via Hormuz "Possible" for two weeks
Israel has reportedly agreed to suspend bombing while talks are ongoing." ZeroHedge

5.2 Earthquake - Pacific-Antarctic Ridge

"A strong magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean near the coast of n/a shortly after midnight at 12.07 am local time (GMT -9). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

170 clashes on frontline

"170 combat engagements between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded on the frontline.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian forces repelled six enemy attacks; Russian troops carried out 78 shelling attacks, including two with MLRS, and conducted four airstrikes, using 10 guided bombs.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy launched four assaults near Prylipky, Vovchansk, Lyman, and toward Hrafske.

In the Kupiansk sector, Russian forces attacked seven times near Kurylivka, Petropavlivka, Pishchane, and Novoosynove.
In the Lyman sector, Ukrainian troops repelled five attempts by the enemy to advance near Lyman, Drobysheve, Stavky, Dibrova, and toward Tverdokhlibove.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukraine’s Defense Forces stopped nine attempts by Russian troops to advance toward Rai-Oleksandrivka and near Riznykivka and Ozerne.
In the Kramatorsk sector, no attacks were recorded.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 32 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Ivanopillia, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, and toward Pavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped 26 assault actions near Bilytske, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Rivne, Pokrovsk, Udachne, Hryshyne, Dachne, Filiia, Muravka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy launched 12 attacks near Sosnivka, Andriivka-Klevtsove, Kalynivske, Verbove, Sichneve, Vorone, and toward Lisne.
In the Huliaipole sector, 26 Russian attacks were recorded near Dobropillia, Tsvitkove, Varvarivka, Huliaipole, Sviatopetrivka, Pryluky, Hirkе, Olenokostiantynivka, and Zaliznychne.
In the Orikhiv sector, the enemy attempted to advance once near Kamianske.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukrainian units stopped five enemy attacks near the Antonivskyi Bridge.
In the Volyn and Polissia sectors, no signs of the formation of offensive groupings by Russian forces were detected." Ukrin

Iran's new Supreme Leader is 'unconscious' and unable to run war-torn country, memo says

"Iran's new Supreme Leader is 'unconscious' and currently incapable of running the country, according to a new intelligence memo.
An assessment understood to be based on American and Israeli intelligence says Mojtaba Khamenei is being treated for a 'severe' medical condition in the religious city of Qom.
Khamenei, 56, has not been seen in public since he took over as Supreme Leader from his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was assassinated on the first day of the war.
The regime previously reported he had sustained a 'minor' injury to his leg in the strike that killed his father - as well as his mother, wife, and one of his sons - but it has never explained his absence." msn

Ukrainian drones target key US-linked oil hub in Russia

"Ukrainian drones have attacked the oil infrastructure of the Russian port of Novorossiysk, which is operated by the internationally-owned Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), the Defense Ministry in Moscow has reported. The CPC crude shipment hub on the Black Sea

shore has been repeatedly targeted in suspected Ukrainian UAV strikes in recent months, prompting condemnation from Kazakhstan and the US.
The consortium ships oil from Kazakhstan through the Caspian Pipeline to a marine terminal in Novorossiysk, where it is loaded onto tankers bound for Europe and Asia. Among the CPC shareholders are major energy companies from Russia, Kazakhstan, several Western European countries and the US, including Chevron and ExxonMobil." RT

4.7-magnitude earthquake off Lebanon coast felt in northern Israel

"A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck the eastern Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Lebanon
on Monday morning and was felt in parts of northern Israel, the Energy and Infrastructure Ministry said.
There were no reports of injuries or damage. Reports from northern Israel indicated that the earthquake was primarily felt from Haifa north to Nahariya." msn

150 combat engagements on front line

 "150 clashes between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded.

In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk directions, the enemy carried out five airstrikes using 13 KABs (precision-guided bombs) and conducted 93 shellings, including six from MRLS. Four combat engagements were recorded.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna direction, the Russians twice attempted to break through defensive lines near Starytsia and toward Kolodyazne.
In the Kupiansk direction, the enemy attacked eight times near Pishchane and toward Kivsharivka, Novoosynove, Petropavlivka, and Kurylivka.

In the Lyman direction, the invaders attacked six times toward Lyman, Stavky, Novoserhiivka, and Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk direction, the Defense Forces repelled five enemy attempts to advance toward Rai-Oleksandrivka, Yampil, and Riznykivka.
In the Kramatorsk direction, Russian troops attacked three times in the areas of Pryvillia, Markove, and toward Minkivka.
In the Kostiantynivka direction, the enemy carried out 19 attacks in the areas of Stepanivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, and toward Illinivka, Sofiivka, and Kostiantynivka.
In the Pokrovsk direction, the Defense Forces repelled 31 assault actions by the Russian army in the areas of Bilytske, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, Hryshyne, and Muravka.
In the Oleksandrivka direction, the enemy attacked 13 times in the areas of Ivanivka, Myrne, Kalynivske, Pryvillia, Verbove, Zlahoda, and Oleksandrohrad.
In the Huliaipole direction, 11 Russian attacks occurred in the areas of Olenokostiantynivka, Charivne, and toward Sviatopetrivka, Zaliznychne, and Pryluky.
In the Orikhiv direction, the Defense Forces stopped two enemy attempts to advance near Shcherbaky." Ukrin

Ukrainian air defences down 114 out of 141 Russian drones overnight

"Russian forces attacked Ukraine with 141 drones on the night of 4-5 April. Ukrainian air defences have destroyed or jammed 114 UAVs." msn

Russian occupying authorities claim Ukrainian drone sank grain vessel in Sea of Azov

"Volodymyr Saldo, the Russian-appointed leader of the temporarily occupied part of Kherson Oblast, has claimed that a Ukrainian drone attacked a Russian cargo ship carrying wheat in the Sea of Azov." msn

Serbia thwarts plot to bomb Russia-Hungary gas pipeline

"The Serbian authorities have discovered explosives of “devastating power” planted near a key gas pipeline transporting Russian energy to Hungary, President Aleksandar Vucic has announced, adding that he has briefed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on the matter. This comes after Ukraine essentially shut down Russian oil supplies to Hungary through its territory.
Speaking to reporters, Vucic said “two large packages of explosives with sticks” were found in the municipality of Kanjiza, around 10 km from the Hungarian border." RT

Iranian missile hits building in Haifa

"A building in Haifa was directly struck by an Iranian missile, seriously wounding an 82-year-old man was seriously wounded. Twenty-four were lightly wounded, including a baby; police said that three to four people are reportedly missing.

Carmel District Police Commander Boaz Smocha said that the missing persons are a couple in their 60s, whose cars are parked in the building's parking lot, and their son, about 40 years old. He added that a foreign worker may have been in the apartment with them as well. "No one from this family is responding. We really hope we can locate them," he said.
The commander of the local Home Front Command clarified that the building had a shelter, and the missing family members were not there. The deputy commander of the coastal district of the police said that they were probably on the lower floor of the building. The police said that due to the area's topography – with terraced houses built upon a slope – it is difficult for engineering equipment to access the site." msn

5.5 Earthquake - South of the Kermadec Islands

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean 176 km (109 mi)
from New Zealand in the early morning at 1.22 am local time (GMT +12). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

‘Open the Fu*kin’ Strait, crazy bastards’ – Trump threatens Iran with strikes on power plants, bridges

"President Donald Trump has issued a new threat to Iran, warning of imminent strikes on key

infrastructure while demanding Tehran reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
“Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH!”
The remarks escalate Trump’s recent ultimatums, in which he has threatened to target Iran’s energy and transport infrastructure if the strait is not reopened." RT

41 combat clashes

"Russian troops have attacked the positions of Ukraine’s Defense Forces 41 times.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy attacked Ukrainian defensive positions once and carried out 34 shellings of settlements and Defense Forces positions, including one using a multiple launch rocket system.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the Russian army carried out one assault on Ukrainian unit positions toward Starytsia.

In the Kupiansk sector, the invaders attempted three times to improve their tactical position toward Novoosynove. One engagement is ongoing.
In the Lyman and Sloviansk sectors, the enemy conducted no offensive operations.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the enemy attacked Ukrainian defensive positions twice near Orikhovo-Vasylivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, Russian forces carried out 12 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Novopavlivka, and Sofiivka. Two engagements are still ongoing.
In the Pokrovsk sector, the enemy attempted 11 times to push Ukrainian troops from their positions in the areas of Bilytske, Rodynske, Pokrovsk, Rivne, Udachne, Muravka, and Filiia. Two engagements are still ongoing.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, Russian forces launched five assaults in the areas of Sichneve, Krasnohirsk, and toward Sosnivka, Verbove, and Kalynivske.
In the Huliaipole sector, Ukraine’s Defense Forces successfully repelled four enemy attacks toward Zaliznychne, Olenokostiantynivka, Huliaipilske, and Zelene. The enemy carried out airstrikes in the areas of Varvarivka, Tsvitkove, Verkhna Tersa, Huliaipilske, Kopani, Zaliznychne, Novoselivka, and Dolynka.
In the Orikhiv sector, the enemy conducted no offensive operations but launched airstrikes on the areas of Komyshuvakha and Novoyakovlivka.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Russian forces carried out two unsuccessful assault actions toward the Antonivskyi Bridge and near Bilogrudyi Island." Ukrin

Explosions, fires reported in Russia’s Tolyatti, Taganrog after drone attacks

"Ukrainian forces reportedly struck defense and chemical industry facilities in the Russian cities of Taganrog and Tolyatti overnight.
In Tolyatti, videos posted on social media showed fires burning in the area of the Togliattikauchuk and Kuibyshev Azot chemical plants, which are located near each other in Samara Oblast." msn

5.5 Earthquake - Anangu Pitjantjatjara, South Australia

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake hit 78 km (49 mi) away from Yulara, Northern Territory, Australia, in the early morning at 3.56 am local time (Australia/Darwin GMT +9:30). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was felt by many near the epicenter. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

5.5 Earthquake - Philippine Sea, 4.5 km east of Hualien City, Taiwan

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the Philippine Sea near the coast of Taiwan in
the early morning. The quake had a very shallow depth of 22 km (14 mi) and was felt widely in the area. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

149 clashes on front lines in past day

"A total of 149 combat engagements between Ukrainian forces and Russian invaders were recorded along the frontline.
Russian forces carried out 91 airstrikes and dropped 275 guided aerial bombs. They also deployed 9,678 kamikaze drones and conducted 3,913 shelling attacks on Ukrainian settlements and military positions, including 114 using multiple launch rocket systems.
Enemy airstrikes targeted, in particular, the areas of Ivanivka, Dobropasove, Levadne, Vyshneve, Lisne, Velykomykhailivka, Oleksandrivka, and Pokrovske in the Dnipropetrovsk region, as well as Verkhnia Tersa, Vozdvyzhenka, Novoselivka, Rybalske, and Liubytske in the Zaporizhzhia region.

Ukraine's aviation, missile forces, and artillery struck a Russian command post and two areas where enemy personnel were concentrated.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Russian troops carried out 105 shelling attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including seven using multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy launched seven assaults on Ukrainian positions near Vovchansk, Okhrimivka, Ambarne, and toward Bochkove.
In the Kupiansk sector, Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions nine times near Kurylivka, Pishchane, Kivsharivka, Novoplatonivka, Borivska Andriivka, and Novoosynove.
In the Lyman sector, Ukrainian troops repelled one attempt by the enemy to advance toward the settlement of Lyman.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped three Russian attempts to advance near Rai-Oleksandrivka, Platonivka, and Yampil.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian troops did not conduct offensive operations.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, Russian forces carried out 29 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Novopavlivka, Dovha Balka, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 26 enemy assaults near Bilytske, Rodynske, Pokrovsk, Udachne, Hryshyne, Myrnohrad, Novomykolaivka, and toward Novyi Donbas.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, Russian forces launched nine attacks near Oleksandrohrad, Sichneve, and Verbove.
In the Huliaipole sector, 11 enemy attacks were recorded near Varvarivka, Zaliznychne, Huliaipilske, Pryluky, Olenokostiantynivka, and Myrne.
In the Orikhiv sector, the enemy made three attempts to advance near Stepove.
In the Dnipro River sector, Ukrainian units repelled six Russian attacks near Bilohrudyi Island and the Antonivskyi Bridge." Ukrin

Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian Lukoil refinery, defying calls to ease attacks amid soaring fuel prices

"Ukrainian drones struck the Lukoil oil refinery in the Russian city of Kstovo overnight on April 5, Russian Telegram media channels reported.
Photos and videos posted on social media appear to show large flames emanating from the refinery. A large explosions was seen lighting up the night sky over what is purported to be the Lukoil-Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez refinery in Russia's Novgorod Oblast.
The latest attack comes as Ukrainian officials have acknowledged that foreign allies have asked Kyiv to pause drone attacks on Russian oil refineries as the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drives up fuel prices worldwide." KI

6.0 Earthquake - Philippine Sea, Philippines

"A very strong magnitude 6.0 earthquake occurred in the Philippine Sea near the coast of Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia, in the late afternoon at 6.34 pm local time (GMT +8). The quake had a moderate depth of 100 km (62 mi) and was felt widely in the area." Ukrin

128 clashes on front line

"128 combat engagements between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian troops.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk directions, the enemy carried out 73 shellings of Ukrainian positions and settlements, including seven using multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna direction, Russian forces launched six assaults near Vovchansk, Okhrimivka, and Ambarne. Two clashes are ongoing.

In the Kupiansk direction, Ukrainian defenders repelled four enemy assaults near Kurylivka, Pishchane, Kivsharivka, Novoplatonivka, and Novoosynove. Three more clashes are still ongoing.
In the Lyman direction, Ukrainian troops repelled one attempt by the enemy to advance toward Lyman.
In the Sloviansk direction, Ukrainian forces are repelling two assaults near Platonivka and Yampol.
No attacks were recorded in the Kramatorsk direction.
Ukrainian forces successfully repelled 26 enemy assaults in the Kostiantynivka direction near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Novopavlivka, Dovha Balka, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk direction, the enemy carried out 24 attacks, attempting to advance near Bilytske, Rodynske, Pokrovsk, Udachne, Hryshyne, Myrnohrad, Novomykolaivka, and toward Novyi Donbas. Three clashes are ongoing.
According to preliminary data, 67 Russian troops were killed and 44 wounded in this sector today. Ukrainian forces destroyed one vehicle and 14 units of special equipment, as well as one artillery piece; damaged two tanks, one armored combat vehicle, five vehicles, and seven enemy infantry shelters. A total of 207 unmanned aerial vehicles of various types were destroyed or suppressed.
In the Oleksandrivka direction, Russian forces attempted eight assaults near Oleksandrohrad, Sichneve, and Verbove. Airstrikes hit areas near Ivanivka, Dobropasove, Levadne, and Vyshneve. One clash is ongoing.
In the Huliaipole direction, there were ten enemy attacks near Varvarivka, Zaliznychne, Huliaipilske, Pryluky, Olenokostiantynivka, and Myrne. The enemy also conducted airstrikes near Vozdvyzhenske, Novoselivka, Rybal'ske, and Liubytske." 

Ukrin

5.9 Earthquake - 130 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia

"A strong magnitude 5.9 earthquake occurred in the Maluku Sea near Pulau Mayu island, Indonesia, late in the evening of Thursday, Apr 2, 2026 at 11.13 pm local time (Asia/Jayapura GMT +9). The quake had a shallow depth of 35 km (22 mi) and was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

Albania on alert after US warning as Bulgaria confirms Iran diplomatic note

"After the United States Embassy in Albania warned that Iran-linked groups could target

Americans and US-affiliated entities in the Western Balkan country, authorities in Tirana stated that security institutions are on high alert, with all mechanisms “active and functional”.
In a statement issued Albanian President Bajram Begaj's office said he was in daily contact with the National Security Council and is being continuously briefed on all potential threats.
The response follows a warning from the US embassy that Tehran-backed groups may target not only US-related entities but also members of the Iranian opposition based in Albania.
At the same time, developments in Bulgaria point to broader regional tensions.
Authorities in Sofia have confirmed that Iran sent a diplomatic note last month warning the NATO member against allowing US military aircraft to use its airports for operations targeting Iran. The warning came after reports of US military planes being spotted in the capital." msn

Drones attack Moscow and Leningrad region of Russian Federation overnight

"In the night Moscow and the Leningrad Region of the Russian Federation were attacked by drones." Ukrin

Hormuz Chokepoint: Saudi Oil Flows Across the Desert After Blockade

"After the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Saudi Arabia is pumping oil across the desert—

rewriting the global energy map.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz—a critical artery of the global energy system through which roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply flows—has set off a chain reaction that is already reshaping global oil logistics. In response, Saudi Arabia has swiftly reconfigured its export architecture, activating the strategic East–West pipeline that runs across the desert to the Red Sea port of Yanbu.
This is more than a stopgap measure. It signals deeper structural shifts in the global energy system. Yet alternative routes can only offset part of the disrupted volumes, leaving the market tighter and amplifying systemic tensions." Ukrin

4.6 magnitude earthquake reported in US

"A 4.6-magnitude earthquake was reported in California on Thursday (April 2), according to the United States Geological Survey.
The earthquake was reported 4.6 kilometers (about 2.9 miles) east-southeast of Boulder Creek and centered at a depth of 10.9 kilometers (about 6.8 miles) at 8:41 a.m. UTC. The USGS said it received 25,706 reports of people having felt the earthquake at the time of publication on Thursday." msn

230 clashes on front lines

"230 combat engagements between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded along the frontline.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, three combat clashes with Russian troops were recorded. The enemy carried out one airstrike, dropped four bombs, and conducted 100 shelling attacks, including four using MLRS.In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian forces attempted five times to break through Ukrainian defensive lines near Starytsia and Veterynarne.

In the Kupiansk sector, Russian troops launched seven attacks toward Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, Nova Kruhliakivka, and Novoosynove.
In the Lyman sector, Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions eight times, attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses toward Nadiia, Novoserhiivka, Novoiehorivka, Stavky, Lyman, and Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled five attempts by Russian troops to advance near Rai-Oleksandrivka and Platonivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 19 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Berestok, Stepanivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, Novopavlivka, and toward Mykolaipillia.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian forces repelled 58 assault actions near Rodynske, Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad, Hryshyne, Kotlyne, Udachne, Muravka, Molodetske, Filiia, and toward Bilytske, Shevchenko, Novopidhrodnie, and Novopavlivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy attacked 21 times near Oleksandrohrad, Sichneve, Vorone, Krasnohirsk, and toward Ivanivka, Andriivka-Klevtsove, Sosnivka, Stepove, Vyshneve, and Verbove.
In the Huliaipole sector, 40 Russian attacks were recorded toward Olenokostiantynivka, Staroukrainka, Pryluky, Varvarivka, Zaliznychne, Sviatopetrivka, Dobropillia, Solodke, Myrne, Zelene, Huliaipilske, and Charivne." Ukrin

Ukrainian drones reportedly strike oil refinery in Russian city of Ufa

"Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in the Russian city of Ufa in the early hours of April

2, independent media reported.
The Bashneft-Novoil oil refinery was struck by Ukrainian long-range drones, leaving a fire at the site, according to the Ukrainian Open Source Intelligence project CyberBoroshno.
A residential building was also struck and set on fire in Ufa, independent Telegram outlet Astra reported." KI

War in Iran 'nearing completion' — but won't end until US achieves objectives, Trump says

"U.S. President Donald Trump said in an address on April 1 that the war in Iran is

approaching its end — while also pledging to continue fighting until the United States achieves its military objectives.
The address marked Trump's first major speech on the war since the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated strikes against Tehran on Feb. 28. He reiterated the stated goals of the operation, which include destroying Iran's navy and military-industrial base, dismantling the country's ability to sponsor regional terrorist groups, and preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon.
"I'm pleased ​to ​say that these ‌core ⁠strategic objectives are nearing ​completion," ​Trump said.
The U.S. will not end the war until it achieves those objectives, he added." KI

146 clashes on front lines

"146 combat engagements between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops on the front lines.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors over the past day, two clashes occurred; the enemy carried out six airstrikes, dropping 20 guided bombs, and fired 94 times at the positions of our troops and populated areas, including four times using multiple launch rocket systems.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy stormed our units' positions four times in the areas of the settlements of Starytsia, Vovchansk, and Krasne Pershe.

In the Kupiansk sector, the aggressor launched 12 attacks near the settlements of Kurylivka, Borivska Andriivka, Pishchane, Kivsharivka, Novoplatonivka, and Novoosynove.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy attacked six times. It attempted to breach Ukrainian defenses near Lyman and Stavky.
In the Sloviansk sector, over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian defenders repelled four attempts by the occupiers to advance in the areas of Rai-Oleksandrivka, Riznykivka, and Yampil.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the occupiers made one attempt over the past 24 hours to advance toward the settlement of Malynivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 17 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Stepanivka, Yablunivka, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, our defenders repelled 31 aggressor assaults near the settlements of Bilytske, Rodynske, Novooleksandrivka, Pokrovsk, Novomykolaivka, Kotlyne, Udachne, Molodetske, Novopidhorodne, Hryshyne, and Filiia.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, the enemy launched seven attacks in the areas of Oleksandrohrad, Nove Zaporizhzhia, Berezove, and Novohryhorivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, the occupiers carried out 20 attacks in the areas of Varvarivka, Zaliznychne, Huliaipole, Tsvitkove, Hirke, Sviatopetrivka, Olenokostiantynivka, and Myrne." Ukrin

Drone attack sparks fire at Kuwaiti airport, tanker off Qatar hit as Iran strikes Gulf states

"Fuel tanks at Kuwait’s international airport were targeted by an Iranian drone in the latest round of attacks by Iran on Gulf States, Kuwait’s state news agency KUNA reported on Wednesday.
The attack sparked a large fire, and emergency teams who arrived at the site found material damage at the facility run by the Kuwait Aviation Fueling Company.
A tanker off Qatar was hit by two projectiles, one causing a fire that has since been extinguished and another remaining unexploded in the vessel's engine room." msn

Massive explosion at Russian petrochemical plant in Tatarstan, 1 dead, dozens wounded

"An explosion rocked one of Russia’s largest petrochemical plants in Tatarstan killing one person and injuring dozens, according to Russian officials.
The blast occurred at the Nizhnekamskneftekhim synthetic rubber plant in the city of Nizhnekamsk, a key facility within Russia’s petrochemical sector and part of the Sibur holding.
The company said the incident was caused by an "equipment malfunction." One person reportedly was killed, and around 50 others were injured, they added." msn

Russian An-26 transport aircraft reportedly crashes over occupied Crimea, killing 29

"A Russian An-26 transport aircraft crashed in occupied Crimea late on March 31, Russian

Telegram media channels reported, killing 29 military personnel on board.
Russian state media outlet RIA Novosti, citing the Russian Defense Ministry, first reported that the fate of the aircraft and crew is unknown, with a search and rescue team dispatched. The Defense Ministry further claimed that "there was no evidence of external damage to the aircraft" amid the loss of contact.
Russian Telegram media channels with ties to the Russian Defense Ministry later reported that 29 Russian military personnel, including six crew members, were killed in the crash that occurred due to a "technical malfunction." KI

Japan warns of ongoing large earthquake risk after tremor rocks Tokyo

"A magnitude-5 earthquake rattled parts of eastern Japan on Wednesday morning, briefly unsettling residents but causing no serious harm, local reports said.
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned that aftershocks of a similar strength could follow in the coming days and urged residents to stay alert for about a week." msn

171 combat engagements on front line

"171 combat engagements took place between Ukraine's Defense Forces and Russian troops on the front line.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy carried out 94 shelling attacks, including three with MLRS. One combat engagement was recorded.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian forces attempted three times to break through Ukrainian defensive lines near Starytsia, Vovchanski Khutory, and toward

Okhrimivka.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy launched two attacks near Nova Kruhliakivka and Novoosynove.
In the Lyman sector, Russian troops attacked six times toward Drobysheve and Lyman, as well as near Serednie and Nadiia.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukraine's Defense Forces repelled six attempts by Russian forces to advance near Zakitne, Riznykivka, and toward Rai-Oleksandrivka, Platonivka, and Kalenyky.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian troops carried out one assault toward Kostiantynivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy launched 20 attacks near Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Rusyn Yar, and toward Illinivka, Sofiivka, Mykolaipillia, Novopavlivka, Vilne, and Kostiantynivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukraine's Defense Forces repelled 56 assault actions near Bilytske, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Udachne, Novopidhirne, Molodetske, Nove Shakhove, Muravka, Horikhove, and toward Hryshyne, Filia, and Novooleksandrivka.
In the Oleksandrivsk sector, the enemy attacked seven times near Oleksandrohrad, Zelenyi Hai, Novomykolaivka, and toward Pryvillia and Nove Zaporizhzhia.
In the Huliaipole sector, 17 Russian attacks were recorded near Huliaipole, Varvarivka, Olenokostiantynivka, Myrne, and toward Dobropillia, Zaliznychne, Hirske, Huliaipilske, and Tsvitkove.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Russian forces carried out one assault toward Bilohrudyi Island." Ukrin

Ukrainian drone crashes in Finland, Kyiv blames Russian electronic warfare

"Drones have strayed into Finnish territory. We are taking the matter very seriously. Security authorities have reacted immediately. The investigation into the incidents continues, and more information will be provided once the information is confirmed, Finnish Defense Minister Antti Hakkanen said. The drones were not intercepted and fell on their own, Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said, adding that a Hornet fighter jet was sent to identify the objects. One unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was found north of the city of Kouvola, and another has been found east of the city, according to the Finnish Defense Ministry/" KI

Powerful magnitude 7.3 earthquake shakes Vanuatu along Pacific Ring of Fire

"LUGANVILLE, Vanuatu — A magnitude 7.3 earthquake rattled the Pacific Island nation of Vanuatu. The quake was centered roughly 21 miles northeast of Luganville, the country's second-largest municipality, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS)." msn

120 clashes on front lines

"Ukrainian forces engaged in 120 combat clashes with Russian forces.
On the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk axes, the enemy attacked Ukrainian defenders' positions once. In addition, Russian forces carried out 86 strikes on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including two using multiple rocket launchers.
On the Southern Slobozhanshchyna axis, the enemy conducted three assaults on Ukrainian units near Starytsia, Vovchansk, and toward Khatnie.
On the Kupiansk axis, Ukrainian defenders repelled ten enemy assaults toward the settlements of Novoosynove, Kurylivka, Pishchane, and Kupiansk. Four clashes are still ongoing.

On the Lyman axis, one combat clash with the enemy continues near Novoiehorivka.
On the Sloviansk axis, Ukrainian troops repelled four enemy assaults in the areas of Rai-Oleksandrivka and Zakitne.
On the Kostiantynivka axis, today the occupiers attacked Ukrainian positions 14 times near Kostiantynivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Novopavlivka, Stepanivka, and Sofiivka. One combat clash is ongoing.
On the Pokrovsk axis, the enemy carried out 24 attacks. The occupiers tried to advance in the areas of Toretske, Myrnohrad, Rodynske, Pokrovsk, Hryshyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, and Molodetske. One combat clash continues.
According to preliminary estimates, today on this axis 65 occupiers were eliminated and 29 wounded; four units of vehicles and two units of special equipment of the enemy were destroyed, one tank damaged, 35 infantry shelters destroyed, four artillery systems and one vehicle destroyed. 157 unmanned aerial vehicles of various types were destroyed or suppressed.
On the Oleksandrivka axis, the occupiers made eight attempts to improve their position, attacking in the areas of Berezove, Kalynivske, and toward Oleksandrohrad and Verbove. Havrylivka and Lisne came under enemy airstrikes." Ukrin

Russian Air Defenses Shoot Down 26 Ukrainian Drones

"26 enemy drones were downed over Russian regions over the past 10 hours. Separately, the FSB announced that hit had foiled a terror attack being planned by Ukraine." Sputnik

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Russia attacks Ukraine with Kinzhal missile and 442 UAVs

"Russian forces have attacked Ukraine with a Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missile and 442 UAVs, about 300 of them Shahed-type drones.
Hits by 16 attack UAVs were recorded at seven locations, and debris from downed drones fell at 14 locations." msn

Convicted Italian killer fled justice to join Putin’s army — ends up behind bars

"Gianni Cenni, 52, had a long criminal history before joining Russian forces.
According to reports cited by O2, he was convicted of murder in 1999 after killing a security guard in Milan and served around a decade in prison.

Years later, in 2022, he was accused of sexually assaulting a seven-year-old girl and was convicted the following year.
Cenni fled Italy and reportedly moved through Finland and Spain before eventually arriving in Russia.
There, he worked in an Italian restaurant in the city of Samara and is said to have married a Russian woman.
He later signed a contract with the Russian Defense Ministry and was sent to fight in Ukraine.
In early 2025, Cenni was captured by Ukrainian forces near Kupiansk.
According to Italy’s ANSA news agency, he returned to Italy on March 25.
Upon landing at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport, Cenni was immediately detained by Italian authorities.
He is expected to serve a sentence of seven years and two months." Dagenses