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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 08.04.2025.

It displays 96 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

08.04.2025Day Chinese POWs Exposed Russia's Global Recruitment
President Zelensky confirmed Ukrainian troops operating in Russia's Belgorod region, following yesterday's acknowledgment of cross-border operations. Former Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi revealed details about a joint Ukraine-US command center in Wiesbaden that served as Ukraine's "secret weapon" for planning operations.

The most significant development came midday when Zelensky announced the capture of Chinese nationals fighting for Russia in Donetsk region, sharing video evidence that prompted Ukraine's Foreign Ministry to summon China's chargé d'affaires. The Ukrainian brigade later released capture details.

Meanwhile, the Pentagon announced plans to withdraw up to 10,000 US troops from Eastern Europe and remove forces from a key logistics hub in Poland supporting Ukraine. Goldman Sachs estimated a 70% probability of a Ukrainian peace agreement.

By evening, Russia intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities, with multiple drone strikes on Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Kramatorsk causing fires and civilian casualties. The frontline saw 135 combat engagements and 69 Russian air strikes.
08.04.2025
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05:43Trump Condemns Russian Bombing Frenzy

The newspapers report on intense fighting with 120 combat engagements recorded on the frontline (Pravda) and Ukraine's defense forces shooting down 9 Russian drones while 31 more were lost to tracking (Ukrinform UA). Trump has escalated his rhetoric against Russia, saying they are "bombing like crazy" and calling it "a horrible thing" (Kyiv Post). Ukraine's industrial recovery is slowing due to falling export prices and Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, with the defense industry proposed as a new growth driver (Liga.net). Meanwhile, Canada is considering conditions for potential peacekeeping deployment (UNIAN).
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«Зараз епоха психопатів» / Психотерапевт пояснює поведінку лідерів різних країн і радить, як українцям сприймати новини у важкі часи

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08:07
Radio Svoboda

Семейный кейс. По "Баймакскому делу" осудили мать и сына

08:07

08:09Zaluzhnyi Reveals Wiesbaden Command Center Secrets

The newspapers report on President Zelensky confirming Ukrainian troops operating in Russia's Belgorod region, stating "war must return where it came from" (Kyiv Post). Former Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi revealed details about a joint Ukraine-US command center in Wiesbaden, Germany that planned military operations (Liga.net, Novoe Vremya). Belgium's Prime Minister arrived in Kyiv with defense and foreign ministers (Glavcom, Ukrinform UA). Meanwhile, Russians attacked Dnipropetrovsk region, damaging infrastructure, homes and industrial facilities (Pravda). Military reports indicate over 150 combat engagements occurred on frontlines in the past 24 hours (Ukrinform).
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Gen. Christopher Cavoli will tell Congress today that the US and NATO “need to prepare” to meet the long-term threat Russia poses. Kyiv Post gets a preview of the general’s testimony.
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«Зараз епоха психопатів» / Психотерапевт пояснює поведінку лідерів різних країн і радить, як українцям сприймати новини у важкі часи

10:07
10:59

11:00Pentagon Plans Eastern Europe Troop Withdrawal

The newspapers report on US military strategy shifts regarding Russia, with General Cavoli warning that the Russian threat is here to stay and needs long-term NATO preparation (Kyiv Post), while NBC reports Pentagon plans to withdraw up to 10,000 US troops from Eastern Europe (Liga.net, UNIAN). Former Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi confirmed the existence of a joint command center in Wiesbaden, Germany, calling it Ukraine's "secret weapon" (Pravda). Domestic Ukrainian political news includes Kyiv City Council Secretary Volodymyr Bondarenko announcing his resignation (Glavcom), while Ukraine prepares for talks in the US regarding resource agreements with "Kyiv balancing on the edge" (Novoe Vremya).
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Radio Svoboda

Жена диссидента Александра Скобова: "Мы будем бороться"

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14:20Chinese Soldiers Captured Fighting for Russia

The newspapers report on Ukraine's capture of Chinese nationals fighting for Russia in Donetsk region, with President Zelensky sharing video evidence (Kyiv Post, Liga.net, Novoe Vremya, Pravda, UNIAN, Glavcom). According to intelligence received by the president, there are "significantly more than two" Chinese citizens in Russian occupation units (Liga.net). In response, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has summoned China's chargé d'affaires for explanations (Ukrinform UA). Meanwhile, Radio Svoboda reports on the wife of Russian dissident Alexander Skobov vowing to continue their struggle.
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18:43Chinese POWs Brigade Reveals Capture Details

The newspapers report on Chinese nationals captured fighting for Russia (Novoe Vremya, Kyiv Post, Pravda), with a Ukrainian brigade sharing new details about this first-time occurrence. Russia continues attacks on Ukrainian territory, with recent strikes reported in Kharkiv causing fires (Ukrinform UA). A potential church occupation in Bukovyna by Romania is being discussed (Glavcom), while Ukraine has developed its position regarding an agreement with the US, which must align with Ukraine's European integration goals (Liga.net). Reports also highlight Russia's pressure on Ukrainians in occupied territories (Radio Svoboda) and US military presence in Europe, with an American general explaining dangers posed by Russia (UNIAN).
18:50
Radio Svoboda

ФСБ против школьников. Терроризм и сотрудничество с СБУ - "подростковые" статьи

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19:59
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Фракція квартир та землі / Хто з українських нардепів у 2024-му накупив найбільше нерухомості - рейтинг NV

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20:44Russia Bombards Kharkiv and Dnipro as Frontline Sees 135 Clashes

The newspapers report on Russia's continued attacks against Ukrainian cities, with fresh strikes on Kharkiv and Dnipro causing fires and casualties (Liga.net, Pravda). The frontline situation remains intense with 135 combat engagements and 69 Russian air strikes reported (Ukrinform UA, Glavcom). Ukrainian forces shot down Russia's expensive "Merlin-VR" reconnaissance drone worth $300,000, which could fly up to 600km (Kyiv Post). Meanwhile, domestic news covers Ukrainian parliament members who have purchased the most real estate in 2024 (Novoe Vremya), while the US criticized Russia at the UN for violating obligations (UNIAN).
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