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04.04.2025

04.04.2025Day of Kryvyi Rih Ballistic Massacre

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 04.04.2025.

It displays 107 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

04.04.2025Day of Kryvyi Rih Ballistic Massacre
The morning began with reports of a drone attack on Kharkiv that killed five people. By midday, intelligence analysis showed Putin positioned for new conquests rather than negotiated settlement, while the "Coalition of the Determined" demanded clear answers from Russia regarding ceasefire proposals. France and Britain expressed readiness to lead this coalition.

Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a Russian assault in Donetsk, destroying 19 vehicles with drones and artillery. Meanwhile, Trump's administration canceled sanctions on a Russian oligarch's wife while maintaining tariffs on Ukraine that were imposed the previous day.

The evening brought devastation as a Russian ballistic missile struck Kryvyi Rih, Zelensky's hometown. The death toll climbed steadily from 12 to 18 throughout the evening, including 6-9 children, with over 50 wounded. Russia launched a second strike later in the evening. Zelensky confirmed discussions about potential international military contingents for land, air, sea, and air defense operations.
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02:26

02:28Three Killed in Kharkiv Drone Attack

The newspapers report on Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv, killing three people and wounding 34 (Pravda, Ukrinform UA). Enemy attacks in Kyiv region have caused fires with one man injured (Glavcom). A US general stated Ukraine has partially solved its military personnel shortage problem (Novoe Vremya). In diplomatic developments, Putin's new chief negotiator Kirill Dmitriev, who is Kyiv-born and US-educated, met with White House officials after Trump expressed anger at Kremlin demands to remove Zelensky (Kyiv Post). NATO has released figures on Russia's total losses in Ukraine (UNIAN).
04:08
04:34
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Четверо загиблих і понад 30 постраждалих / ДСНС показала наслідки нової російської атаки дронами на Харків

04:34
04:43
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Четверо загиблих і понад 30 постраждалих / ДСНС показала наслідки нової російської атаки дронами на Харків, по місту було сім влучань — фото

04:43

05:10Kharkiv Drone Death Toll Rises to Four

The newspapers report on the growing death toll from Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv, now at four killed and over 35 injured (Novoe Vremya, Pravda, Ukrinform UA). Seven drone strikes hit the city (Novoe Vremya). Military updates include the latest enemy losses reported by the General Staff (Glavcom). Finland's shelter system is discussed as a potential model for Ukraine, highlighting how Finland prepared for possible war with Russia for decades (Liga.net). In international relations, Trump's advisors are reportedly discouraging him from calling Putin (UNIAN).
05:34
07:09
08:35

09:03Kharkiv Death Toll Hits Five As Coalition Presses Russia On Ceasefire

The newspapers report on escalating Russian attacks on Kharkiv, with the death toll now rising to 5 (Pravda, Glavcom). NATO meetings show "overwhelming" support for Ukraine, with Rubio and allies urging Russia to commit to peace (Kyiv Post). Leaders of the "coalition of the willing" are demanding a clear "yes" or "no" answer from Russia regarding a ceasefire, with France and Britain ready to lead this coalition (Liga.net, Ukrinform UA). US intelligence analysis suggests Putin is positioned for new conquests in Ukraine and a prolonged war instead of an "unfavorable" conclusion (Novoe Vremya, ISW). Military updates indicate 156 combat clashes along the front, with half in Pokrovsk and Toretsk sectors (Ukrinform).
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10:45

11:39Ukrainian Drones Shred Russian Assault in Donetsk

The newspapers report on Ukrainian forces decimating a Russian assault in Donetsk, destroying 19 vehicles and killing dozens through drone and artillery attacks (Kyiv Post). A local deputy named Fedko died in hospital following a car explosion in Dnipropetrovsk region (Liga.net). The "Coalition of the Determined" is demanding Russia quickly agree to or reject a ceasefire (Pravda, UNIAN). International news focuses on China responding to Trump's trade policies with 34% tariffs on all American imports (Novoe Vremya). War updates continue showing 156 combat clashes along the front, with half in Pokrovsk and Toretsk sectors (Ukrinform).
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16:28

16:49Ballistic Missile Kills 12 in Kryvyi Rih

The newspapers report on a Russian ballistic missile strike on Kryvyi Rih killing 12 people, including 2-3 children, with over 50 wounded (Glavcom, Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). In international news, the Trump administration has canceled sanctions on a Russian oligarch's wife while imposing tariffs on most countries except Russia (Kyiv Post). Senator Rubio warned Russia that Trump won't negotiate endlessly (Pravda), while Russian propaganda's reaction to Trump's diplomatic maneuvers is also being analyzed (Radio Svoboda).
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17:28
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РФ вдарила балістикою по Кривому Рогу / 14 загиблих, серед них шестеро дітей, понад 50 поранених — усе, що відомо

17:28

17:38Kryvyi Rih Death Toll Climbs to 14

The newspapers report on a devastating Russian ballistic missile strike on Kryvyi Rih. The attack has killed 14 people, including 5-6 children, with over 50 wounded (Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Pravda, Radio Svoboda, Ukrinform, UNIAN). Air raid alerts were issued in Kyiv and several other regions due to missile threats (Glavcom). This attack represents an escalation from earlier reporting, when the death toll was lower. In international news, the Trump administration's cancellation of sanctions on a Russian oligarch's wife while imposing tariffs on most countries except Russia continues to be discussed (Kyiv Post).
18:19
19:11
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РФ вдарила балістикою по Кривому Рогу / 16 загиблих, серед них шестеро дітей, понад 40 поранених — усе, що відомо

19:11
20:11
21:19

21:20Kryvyi Rih Death Toll Hits 16 As City Struck Twice

The newspapers report on an escalating tragedy in Kryvyi Rih, where a Russian ballistic missile strike has now killed 16 people, including 6-9 children (Glavcom, Kyiv Post, Novoe Vremya, Pravda, Ukrinform). A second attack hit the city later in the evening, causing a fire (Pravda). President Zelensky announced discussions with partners about military contingents for land, air, sea and air defense operations, with weekly meetings planned on these matters (Liga.net). Russian propaganda's reaction to Trump's diplomatic maneuvers continues to be analyzed (Radio Svoboda), while Zelensky complained about difficulties in negotiations with Russians (UNIAN).
22:36
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РФ вдарила балістикою по Кривому Рогу / 18 загиблих, серед них шестеро дітей, понад 50 поранених — усе, що відомо

22:36
23:52
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РФ вдарила балістикою по Кривому Рогу / 18 загиблих, серед них дев’ять дітей, понад 50 поранених — усе, що відомо

23:52