Execution of Ukrainian POWs and former tax chief's mobilization canceled: April 10 highlights
The Associated Press released video evidence of another execution of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russians. The mobilization of Roman Nasirov, former head of Ukraine’s State Fiscal Service accused of bribery, was canceled. The President’s Office believes Russia may ramp up offensive actions this month. Here’s a roundup of the top news for April 10.
AP showed how the Russians executed four prisoners of war
The Associated Press obtained video of another execution of Ukrainian prisoners of war, believed to have occurred in Pyatykhatky, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, according to the outlet.
Ukraine’s ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets, said he sent letters to the International Committee of the Red Cross and the United Nations to document the crime.
Russia may intensify offensive actions in April and May
Pavlo Palisa, deputy head of the President’s Office, expects Russia to escalate offensive actions in April and May.
He believes the aggressor will focus their push on Pokrovsk but could also advance near Kupyansk and Lyman, as well as around Zaporizhzhia and Novopavlivka.
Nasirov's mobilization was canceled
The mobilization order for Roman Nasirov, former head of the State Fiscal Service facing bribery charges, was revoked. Ukraine’s Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, ordered an internal investigation into the legality of his conscription.
Nasirov’s procedural obligations in his legal case were also extended for two more months.
China urged Zelenskyy not to make "irresponsible statements"
China addressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s statement that 155 Chinese citizens are fighting for Russia.
Beijing urged officials to “avoid irresponsible remarks” and remain “sober and correct” in assessing China’s role in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Politico: Hegseth will still participate in Ramstein, but online
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will participate in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting (Ramstein format) on April 11 via video, Politico reported.
Earlier, Defense News, citing sources, said the U.S. might skip the meeting for the first time, despite previously leading the coalition.
CBS News: US Ambassador to Ukraine resigns
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink plans to resign early, CBS News reported, citing sources.
A senior U.S. official told CBS her departure stems from a mix of personal and political issues, including recent layoffs at USAID.
US and Russia hold new talks in Istanbul
A second round of talks between U.S. and Russian delegations on normalizing diplomatic missions took place in Istanbul.
The U.S. State Department said both sides agreed to ensure stable banking services for their diplomatic posts.
Russia and USA exchanged hostages
Russia and the U.S. swapped hostages in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Russia released Ksenia Karelina, a U.S.-Russian citizen who donated less than $100 to a U.S. charity aiding Ukraine.
The U.S. freed Arthur Petrov, a German-Russian citizen arrested in Cyprus in 2023 for allegedly exporting microelectronics.
The Russian military began to scatter explosive objects from drones
Russian forces have begun using drones to scatter explosive devices, Ukraine’s Interior Ministry warned.
The ministry stressed that the enemy could deploy these “gifts” to target any region of Ukraine.
The EU extended the "transport visa-free regime" with Ukraine
The “transport visa-free” agreement between Ukraine and the European Union was extended through 2025. This allows Ukrainian truckers to continue operating without special permits.
Other news
- Russia reported an attack on Moscow Oblast using a previously unknown helicopter drone.
- 48 corruption case suspects voluntarily joined Ukraine’s Armed Forces.
- A BMW passenger linked to a Dnipro crash that killed a 10-year-old girl was charged on new counts.
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