Russian massive attack on Kyiv, UK's new sanction package against Moscow - Thursday brief
RBC-Ukraine collage
On the morning of April 24, the United Kingdom introduced a new package of sanctions against Russia. Meanwhile, the Russian army launched a massive combined attack on Kyiv on the night of April 24.
Read more about what happened on Thursday, April 24.
Russia strikes Kyiv with Kalibr and ballistic missiles, Shahed drones: Aftermath revealed
Overnight, Russian forces launched a missile and drone attack on Kyiv. As a result of the shelling, a residential high-rise in the Sviatoshynskyi district was partially destroyed, with civilians trapped under the rubble. The Russian forces hit the capital with a North Korean missile, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
According to the latest reports, the number of injured has exceeded 100. Earlier, 12 fatalities were reported.
London introduces 150 new trade sanctions against Russia: Details
The United Kingdom introduced a new package of sanctions against Russia on the morning of April 24. It includes, in particular, a ban on the import of video game controllers used to operate drones.
Thus, the British government banned the export to Russia of console game controllers used to operate drones on the front line in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy responded to Trump's demands on Crimea: New proposals are on his table
There can be nothing in a peace agreement that contradicts the Constitution of Ukraine. New proposals following the April 23 meeting in London are now on the desk of US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy says during a press conference.
"...I believe that today this format, this document is on Trump's desk. Anything that contradicts our values or our Constitution cannot be part of any agreement," Zelenskyy declared.
'Vladimir, stop': Trump slams Russian strike on Kyiv, urges peace deal
US President Donald Trump is disappointed that Russia launched a missile strike on Kyiv. He demands an end to the war.
"I am not happy with the Russian strikes on Kyiv. Not necessary, and very bad timing. Vladimir, STOP! 5000 soldiers a week are dying. Let's get the Peace Deal DONE!" Trump wrote.
Pakistan ready to act against India if tensions escalate — NYT
Pakistan is tightening security measures in response to the potential military reaction from India following a recent terrorist attack in Kashmir.
A senior Pakistani security official, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated that Pakistan will "approach any tit-for-tat escalation carefully" but will take action to prevent any Indian invasion if it occurs.
At present, Pakistani security officials have reported no unusual activity from the Indian military.
