Russia attack Mykolaiv leaving 10 people injured

Russia launched a series of drone attacks on the southern Ukrainian city of Mykolaiv overnight on April 10, injuring at least 10 people and causing extensive damage to residential areas. Mykolaiv Oblast Governor Vitalii Kim reported that several buildings were hit, with a 29-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man requiring hospitalization. The remaining victims received outpatient care. The assault also damaged civilian infrastructure in the nearby Kutsurub community, where Russian FPV drones and artillery strikes caused further destruction. In Dmytrivka, an artillery shell damaged an apartment building, though no injuries were reported there.

The city of Mykolaiv, located just under 500 kilometers southwest of Kyiv, has been a frequent target of Russian strikes due to its proximity to the front lines. The recent escalation underscores the ongoing danger to civilian areas as Russia continues to deploy drones and artillery against key population centers. Despite the humanitarian impact, Russian forces have shown no signs of scaling back their operations, even as international calls for peace continue.

The attacks come amid ongoing but increasingly strained ceasefire talks involving Ukraine, the U.S., and Russia. Moscow’s refusal to compromise and its presentation of maximalist demands have slowed diplomatic progress. U.S. President Donald Trump commented on April 7 that he was "not happy" with Russia’s intensified strikes, further highlighting the growing frustration among Ukraine's Western allies over Russia’s actions and its resistance to genuine peace negotiations.

Thirty Russian drones attacked Kyiv overnight, warehouses burn, two people injured

On the night of April 9-10, Russian forces launched a massive drone attack targeting Kyiv, with 30 UAVs recorded over the city. The Kyiv City Military Administration reported that 16 of the drones were successfully destroyed by air defense systems, while the remaining aircraft either exited the city’s airspace or disappeared from radar. Despite partial interception, the attack caused significant damage across the capital.

In the Holosiivskyi district, wreckage from downed drones ignited a fire at a warehouse, which was later brought under control by emergency services. Meanwhile, in the Darnytskyi district, a residential house was completely destroyed, and nearby buildings and vehicles suffered damage. Firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze, but the strike still left a notable mark on the area.

Two people were injured in the attack, underscoring the persistent threat to civilians from Russia's ongoing aerial campaign. Kyiv continues to face regular drone and missile assaults, highlighting the need for continued international support for Ukraine’s air defense capabilities.

China denies involvement in the war against Ukraine

On April 10, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian denied any involvement by Beijing in Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, dismissing President Volodymyr Zelensky’s recent statement that 155 Chinese citizens are fighting for Russia on Ukrainian territory. Lin reiterated that China is "not a party to it" and urged Kyiv to avoid making "irresponsible remarks." This response came after Ukraine announced it had captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russian forces in Donetsk Oblast and accused Moscow of recruiting via Chinese social media platforms.

Despite Beijing's denial, Ukrainian intelligence documents reportedly show at least 163 Chinese nationals serving in Russia’s Armed Forces as of early April. One of the captured individuals allegedly paid around 300,000 rubles ($3,500) to a middleman in exchange for the promise of Russian citizenship. Ukrainian officials have also shared evidence of recruitment pipelines and identified multiple Chinese recruits by name and photo. These developments challenge China’s narrative of neutrality and raise questions about its real stance in the war.

While the Kremlin has also denied China's direct involvement, describing Beijing as a "strategic partner, friend, comrade," the presence of Chinese fighters on Ukrainian soil may indicate deeper indirect support for Russia’s war effort. Unlike North Korean forces, who have primarily operated inside Russian territory, Chinese nationals are now confirmed to be active within Ukraine’s borders. The incident adds to mounting concerns over foreign participation in Russia’s military campaign, alongside China's role as a key supplier of dual-use goods critical to Russian arms production.

Russian missile hit Dnipro killing one person, causing a large-scale fire

On April 10, Russia attacked the city of Dnipro with a missile. A large-scale fire has broken out at the site of the strike. A civilian facility has been significantly damaged. Early reports indicate that three people have been injured. All details are being investigated. A 42-year-old man had been killed in the missile strike.