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Russian massive attack hit power facilities in six Ukrainian oblasts overnight, with electricity imports from Europe falling short of the enormous need.

Ukraine has only 50% of money needed to fully contract the growing domestic capacities for weapons production. Long-range drone strikes against Russia target railways.

Russia has issued an arrest warrant for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, an explosion in the Russian city of Belgorod left five people hospitalized, with evidence suggesting it may have been a misguided Russian strike intended for the nearby Ukrainian city of Kharkiv.

The UK and Ukraine have started discussions on a 100-year partnership to ensure the latter's long-term security. The talks come as Zelenskyy warns of a new phase in the war, with Russia preparing a major offensive.

This attack is part of a series of Russian ballistic missile strikes on the city, likely launched from the Black Sea, that has persisted for three consecutive days.

Besides, Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi warned of an escalating situation on the frontlines and Canada became the 2nd country to commit to Ukraine's weapons production.

Russian troops managed to occupy two more villages west of Avdiivka, while Ukraine awaits for the arrival of much needed weapons, including long-range air defense and air-to-air missile to counter the Russian threat of distantly dropped glide bombs.

Russian missile strikes targeted Ukrainian railways and train stations, killing and injuring civilians. The US and Poland addressed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men of military age abroad.

After months of intense debate, President Joe Biden has finally signed a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine. The signing comes after White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan confirmed that the US sent "significant number" of long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine, ending a two-year-long request from Kyiv.

Ukraine suspends consular services for conscription-age men abroad to boost mobilization while also liberalizing legislation on cotton production.

A crowdfunding campaign in Slovakia has raised over $3 million to purchase ammunition for Ukraine's military. Russian strike at television tower in Kharkiv caused disruptions in digital television signals.

US Congress also paves way for confiscation of frozen Russian assets, first among G7 to do so.

Russian missiles struck Dnipro Oblast, killing 8 civilians, while Ukrainian forces achieved a historic milestone by shooting down a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber for the first time.

President Biden supported a $61 billion Ukraine aid bill, set to be voted on by the US House of Representatives on 20 April, as nation reels from a deadly Russian missile strike in Chernihiv that claimed 17 lives and injured 78 others.

Today intelligence officials have also confirmed Ukraine's successful strike against a Russian command post in occupied Luhansk.

Russia hit key energy facilities in Lviv, Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia oblasts. The assault, which involved 82 air targets, left 200,000 consumers in Kharkiv without power and severely damaged Kyiv's Trypilska Thermal Power Plant.

NATO chief Stoltenberg supports Ukraine's right to strike Russian military targets abroad, while the US warns that attacking oil refineries could disrupt global energy markets.

The European Union's decision to extend free trade with Ukraine comes with a catch – increased limitations that could lead to €331 million in losses for Ukraine. Russia has allegedly reached out to Kazakhstan for gasoline supplies as it faces shortages due to Ukrainian drone attacks.

The Ukrainian prosecutor's office investigates the atrocity against the POWs, and Ukrainian intelligence officials assert Kyiv's non-involvement in any provocations at the ZNPP.