Russian army launches mass attacks on Ukraine, Ukrainian drones hit Russian plant - Weekend brief

Russia's war against Ukraine: Latest

• Overnight Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih - Number of injured rises

• State Emergency Service updates on drone attack in Mykolaiv

• Eight Shahed drones strike Sumy, aftermath footage emerges

• Russia claims capturing of Basivka in Sumy region, Ukraine's border guards deny

• How Russia's attack tactics on Ukraine have shifted: Air force response

Drones strike plant in Russian Saransk: Details of attack on unique facility

On the night of April 5, drones attacked a factory in Saransk. The plant produces fiber optic cables for drones and is the only one of its kind in Russia, according to the Telegram channel Baza.

"UAVs attacked the fiber optic production plant in Saransk. As a result of the attack, a fire broke out in the area of the facility," the report states.

Ballistic missiles on Kyiv, drones in Mykolaiv and Sumy: Detailed report on Russian attack

On the night of April 6, 2025, Russian forces launched a combined attack on Ukraine, employing both drones and missiles, including ballistic types. This assault resulted in casualties and damage across multiple regions.​

Beginning on the evening of April 5, Russian occupiers launched attack drones targeting the eastern, northern, central, and southern regions of Ukraine. Around 1:43 AM, the Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a missile threat to southern regions, followed by movements of missiles toward central areas. Monitoring groups noted the launch of Kalibr cruise missiles from the sea and the deployment of Tu-95MS aircraft. By approximately 5:00 AM, a ballistic missile threat was announced, with rapid targets heading toward Kyiv.​

Zelenskyy details US Patriot plans, sets goals for Ramstein talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine faces two key tasks in the framework of the Ramstein meeting. These include advancing decisions on air defense, particularly the Patriot system, and addressing the issue of contingents.

"I have instructed the Minister of Defense and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to intensify contacts with partners regarding air defense. A meeting is being prepared within the context of Ramstein. There are two main tasks today: air defense, specifically the Patriot system, and the second task is the contingents — bringing all decisions as close as possible and working through all the details," Zelenskyy said.

US Secret Service under threat - Mass layoffs planned in Washington

The US government is considering options to reduce costs by laying off non-essential employees in security agencies, according to CNN.

In the coming days, the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, will begin reducing the Department of Homeland Security staff. Significant cuts are expected across all agencies, including the Secret Service.

Bessent accuses Zelenskyy of derailing subsoil deal, recalls Trump feud

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recalled a heated exchange at the White House during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit. He accused Zelenskyy of failing to sign the subsoil agreement in an interview with controversial journalist Tucker Carlson.

"He made it to the Oval Office and destroyed what should have been the easiest deal in the world," Bessent said.

According to the treasury secretary, Zelenskyy allegedly promised to sign the agreement three times but never did.

Al Green promises Trump's impeachment within 30 days

Democratic Congressman Al Green has promised to file articles of impeachment against US President Donald Trump. He believes that Trump "does not deserve" the position of president, The Hill reports.

On Saturday, April 5, during a speech at a rally in Washington, Democratic Congressman Al Green stated that Trump does not "deserve" to hold the position of head of the executive branch.

Green, who had promised about two months ago to initiate impeachment proceedings against Trump, claims that Trump does not “deserve the office” he holds.