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03.04.2025

Day Trump's Tariffs Spared Russia But Hit Ukraine

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 03.04.2025.

It displays 86 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

03.04.2025Day Trump's Tariffs Spared Russia But Hit Ukraine
Trump's sweeping global tariffs dominated coverage, with Ukrainian media highlighting the 10% tariff on Ukrainian goods while Russia was notably exempted. Government officials characterized the situation as "difficult but not critical" as a Ukrainian delegation prepared to visit the US.

By midday, Zelensky struck an optimistic tone about possible ceasefire, suggesting Russia could be forced to stop fire "within weeks or months." Meanwhile, US Defense Secretary Hegseth's unprecedented boycott of the Ukraine Support Summit signaled further American disengagement.

The evening brought devastating Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv, with casualties rising from 12 injured to three dead and 32 wounded throughout the reporting cycle. Kyiv also faced explosions at two locations, including one at the Yunist market that killed two people. Military updates indicated Russia planned to increase its forces by 150,000 troops as Zelensky visited the Sumy front, describing it as a critical area.
03.04.2025

00:05 (21:05)Ballistic Strike on Kryvyi Rih Claims Four Lives

The newspapers report on Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv causing fires (Pravda) and a ballistic missile strike on Kryvyi Rih killing four and wounding 14, including two children (Ukrinform UA). Diplomatic developments include bipartisan US lawmakers urging action against Russian influence in Europe's nuclear sector (Kyiv Post) and Trump advisor Keith Kellogg claiming a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia may be close (Liga.net). In domestic politics, headlines suggest tensions between Kyiv Mayor Klitschko and central authorities with mentions of a "coup in the capital" (Glavcom), while financial investigations reveal expensive gifts among presidential administration officials (Novoe Vremya).
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07:30 (04:30)Trump Tariffs Spare Russia While Hitting EU and Ukraine

The newspapers report on Trump's newly announced tariffs that affect products from most countries, including a 20% tariff on EU goods and 10% on Ukrainian imports, but notably exclude Russia (Novoe Vremya, Pravda, UNIAN). The White House has provided an explanation for Russia's exemption (UNIAN). Military updates include 191 combat engagements along the front, with Ukrainian forces reportedly neutralizing nearly 130 Russian occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction (Ukrinform UA, Glavcom). An investigation by OCCRP reveals $12 billion in cash was moved into Russia before its invasion of Ukraine, with Raiffeisen Bank International responsible for almost $10 billion of this amount (Liga.net).
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Трамп пішов війною на світову економіку / Що означають нові імпортні мита США, як це працює і чому сколихнуло весь світ — головне

09:45 (06:45 in your timezone)
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Трамп пішов війною на світову економіку / Що означають нові імпортні мита США, як це працює і чому сколихнуло весь світ, але не РФ — головне

10:53 (07:53 in your timezone)

11:04 (08:04)Trump Tariffs Blanket Globe But Spare Russia

The newspapers report on Trump's new tariffs affecting Ukraine and most other countries but excluding Russia (Pravda, Liga.net, Radio Svoboda). Ukraine's Economy Minister explained the implications of these new U.S. tariffs for Ukraine (Glavcom), while the EU is preparing countermeasures if negotiations fail (Ukrinform UA). A Ukrainian delegation will visit the U.S. in coming days (UNIAN). In military news, a Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih killed four people and injured 14 others in President Zelensky's hometown (Kyiv Post), while Kharkiv faced its fifth drone attack in a week. NATO may play a key role in a European peacekeeping mission in Ukraine (Novoe Vremya).
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14:13 (11:13)Trump Demands Stronger NATO While Tariff War Expands

The newspapers report on Trump's tariff policies targeting multiple countries while sparing Russia, with analysis of implications for Ukraine and global markets (Kyiv Post, Novoe Vremya). Regarding NATO, Trump officials clarified the US will remain in the alliance but wants stronger member commitment (Liga.net, UNIAN). Military news includes Russian forces attacking Andriivka with the General Staff showing destruction of Russian armor (Pravda). President Zelensky visited a school in Chernihiv region where Russians had held locals during occupation (Glavcom). There are reports of potential tensions between Putin and Chechen leader Kadyrov (Radio Svoboda).
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17:13 (14:13)Zelensky Sees Ceasefire Chance as US Defense Chief Boycotts Summit

The newspapers report on President Zelensky's statement that there are chances to force Russia to cease fire in the coming weeks or months (Novoe Vremya, UNIAN, Glavcom). In a significant diplomatic development, US Defense Secretary Hegseth will boycott the Ukraine Military Support Summit for the first time, with Europe stepping up as America reduces support (Kyiv Post). Former CIA Director Leon Panetta warns that Ukraine will need to verify US intelligence following the Signal chat scandal (Liga.net). Military updates indicate 216 combat clashes along the front, including 80 in the Pokrovsk axis (Ukrinform).
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21:13 (18:13)Zelensky Prioritizes Sumy Front

The newspapers report on President Zelensky's visit to Sumy region, where he discussed military needs and equipment supplies with combat units. Multiple sources highlight Zelensky's statement that "much is being decided" on the Sumy front (Liga.net, Pravda, Ukrinform UA). Other headlines mention ARMA finding a manager for 10 seized Russian vessels (Glavcom), Trump's new tariffs and their global economic impact (Novoe Vremya), and negotiations about ceasefire with the U.S. (UNIAN). Radio Svoboda reports on readers and staff supporting "Freedom" media, suggesting it may become "even more important."
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Дратує навіть республіканців / Хто такий Говард Лютнік, який стоїть за новою торговельною війною Трампа

23:11 (20:11 in your timezone)
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