April 30, 2025, marks the 1162nd day of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine. Over the past day, Russian forces maintained intense offensive pressure, particularly in the eastern directions, launching mass assaults using aviation, kamikaze drones, and artillery. In response, Ukraine’s Defense Forces delivered powerful strikes on concentrations of enemy personnel and equipment, continuing to reduce the enemy’s combat potential.
Frontline Situation
A total of 177 combat engagements were recorded on the front line in the past 24 hours. The enemy launched 91 airstrikes, dropped 179 guided bombs, fired approximately 5,900 times—including 95 MLRS attacks—and used 3,186 kamikaze drones.
- Kharkiv direction: Ukrainian forces repelled two attacks near Vovchansk and Kamianka.
- Kupiansk direction: Nine Russian assaults near Zahryzove, Stepova Novoselivka, Petropavlivka, and Nova Kruhliakivka.
- Lyman direction: 21 attacks near Lypove, Nove, Novomykhailivka, Myrne, Zelena Dolyna, and Yampolivka.
- Siversk direction: Four engagements near Bilohorivka and Verkhnokamianske.
- Kramatorsk direction: 13 clashes near Maivske, Predtechyne, Bila Hora, Kurdiumivka, and Chasiv Yar.
- Toretsk direction: Six enemy assaults near Dachne, Toretsk, Krymske, and Diliivka.
- Pokrovsk direction: 75 Russian attacks were repelled near Stara Mykolaivka, Tarasivka, Shevchenko, Yelyzavetivka, Novotoretske, Lysivka, Uspenivka, Kotliarivka, Troitske, Nadiivka, and Andriivka.
- Novopavlivka direction: 13 assaults near Kostiantynopil, Burlatske, Pryvilne, Rivnopillia, and Odradne.
- Dnipro River direction: One unsuccessful Russian assault.
- Kursk direction: Ukrainian defenders repelled 25 attacks, and the enemy launched eight airstrikes with 19 guided bombs and 250 artillery attacks, including 19 with MLRS.
- Huliaipole and Orikhiv directions: No offensive actions recorded.
- Volyn and Polissia directions: No signs of offensive force formation detected.
Ukrainian forces struck 15 concentrations of enemy troops and equipment, destroyed four artillery systems, two command posts, and one electronic warfare station.
Russian Losses
According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as of the morning of April 30, 2025, the total Russian combat losses were:
- Personnel: approx. 951,960 (+1,100)
- Tanks: 10,729 (+1)
- Armored vehicles: 22,353 (+1)
- Artillery systems: 27,091 (+11)
- MLRS: 1,374 (+1)
- Air defense systems: 1,146 (unchanged)
- Aircraft: 370 (unchanged)
- Helicopters: 335 (unchanged)
- UAVs (tactical level): 34,289 (+112)
- Cruise missiles: 3,196 (unchanged)
- Ships/boats: 28 (unchanged)
- Submarines: 1 (unchanged)
- Vehicles & tankers: 46,611 (+179)
- Special equipment: 3,869 (+9)
These figures reflect the high efficiency of Ukrainian artillery, aviation, and mobile units both at the front and deep behind enemy lines.
Ukrainian Strikes & Targeted Enemy Losses
On April 29, 2025, Ukraine’s Defense Forces inflicted heavy losses on Russian forces, targeting personnel, equipment, and command structures.
- 15 enemy troop and equipment clusters were hit.
- 2 enemy command posts destroyed.
- 4 enemy artillery systems neutralized.
- 1 electronic warfare system destroyed.
- 1 tank, 1 armored vehicle, 11 artillery systems, and 1 MLRS destroyed.
- 112 operational-tactical UAVs downed.
- 179 vehicles and 9 pieces of special equipment eliminated.
These successful strikes demonstrate the effectiveness of Ukrainian precision targeting using artillery, aviation, and mobile fire teams.
Diplomatic Negotiations
Between April 29–30, 2025, diplomatic efforts to end the war intensified but remained without tangible breakthroughs.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy insisted that the first step to peace must be an unconditional ceasefire by Russia. He rejected Russia’s proposed three-day truce from May 8 to 10 as inadequate.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral truce for May 8–10 in honor of Victory Day. Ukraine rejected this, demanding a full and immediate ceasefire.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged both sides to present concrete peace proposals and warned that the US may step back from mediation if no progress is made.
- Ukraine reiterated its territorial integrity, stating it will not accept any agreement recognizing Russian control over occupied territories, including Crimea.
- European countries supported US mediation efforts, condemned Russian aggression, and called for an immediate ceasefire.
Despite intensified diplomacy, the parties remain deeply divided, and no concrete progress toward peace was achieved.
International Support for Ukraine
International support for Ukraine remained robust from April 29 to 30, 2025, focusing on strategic resources, defense industry growth, and post-war security coalitions.
- Ukraine–US Critical Minerals Agreement: Ukraine is set to sign a 10-year strategic partnership with the US for access to over 20 key minerals, including titanium, uranium, lithium, graphite, and manganese.
- EU Defense Industry Investment: The EU has redirected military aid towards boosting Ukraine’s domestic artillery production, allocating €1 billion (from seized Russian assets) in March 2025.
- Challenges forming EU peacekeeping force: Europe struggles to raise a 25,000-strong peacekeeping mission for Ukraine. UK Admiral Tony Radakin proposed a 64,000-troop force, but even 25,000 remains difficult due to personnel and funding shortages.
- Australian support: PM Anthony Albanese reaffirmed Australia’s readiness to support Ukraine, including possible troop deployment. However, M1A1 Abrams tank deliveries remain delayed due to logistical issues.
- UK-France-led coalition: The UK and France are forming a 30+ nation coalition to ensure Ukraine’s long-term security after the war, focusing on defense commitments and reconstruction.
Ukraine continues to enjoy firm international backing, aimed at both immediate defense and long-term resilience.
Humanitarian Situation in Ukraine
On April 29, 2025, Russia continued to attack civilian infrastructure, causing fatalities, injuries, and further damage across Ukrainian cities.
- Kharkiv: Overnight drone strike killed one and injured around 50, including two children and a pregnant woman. Residential buildings and a hospital were damaged.
- Dnipro: One man was killed and another injured by drone attack.
- Semenivka (Chernihiv region): Drone strike on April 28 killed a 68-year-old man.
- Kherson: Two people injured by drone strikes in Dnipro district.
- Mykolaiv: Ukrainian Red Cross assisted six injured individuals and distributed over 200 aid packages.
The humanitarian situation in eastern and southern Ukraine remains dire, with constant threats to civilians and continued Russian attacks on non-military infrastructure.
Domestic Situation in Ukraine
Ukraine continued to implement reforms and maintain essential state functions amid wartime conditions.
- Mobilization digitization: Ukraine is launching an electronic military registry via the “Reserve+” app, enabling data updates without visiting enlistment offices.
- Military medical commission reform: New rules prioritize functional capacity and combat experience over diagnoses.
- Energy security: Despite infrastructure attacks, Ukraine completed the winter heating season. Repairs on thermal and hydro plants are ongoing, with EU support expected for winter 2025–26 preparations.
- IDP financial aid: The government extended support for internally displaced persons (IDPs) through the “Diia” system until the end of 2025.
- Recovery planning: The Ministry for Restoration announced new infrastructure, healthcare, and education projects, including modular schools and veteran rehabilitation centers.
Despite the challenges, Ukraine’s internal administration remains stable and responsive.
Conclusion
April 30, 2025, saw further escalation across all active fronts. While Russia increased drone and airstrikes in the east and south, Ukrainian forces effectively held the line and inflicted significant enemy losses. Diplomatically, high-level talks continued with no breakthroughs, but Western support for Ukraine’s security and defense efforts strengthened. Humanitarian conditions remain severe in front-line areas, but the Ukrainian government maintains effective governance and reforms. The day reaffirmed Ukraine’s resilience and long-term determination.
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