Datasets:

shamotskyi

/

up_titles_masked_eng

like 0

rosija,vijna

Occupying forces concentrating air defence systems at Zmiinyi (Snake) Island - Pivden [South] Operational Command

ROMAN PETRENKO — SATURDAY, 14 MAY 2022, 12:27 The Russian troops are trying to strengthen their position on Zmiinyi (Snake) Island and have moved their air defence systems there. Source: Vladyslav Nazarov, the Officer of the Pivden [South] Operational Command Nazarov's quote: "On Zmiinyi, the Ruscists are stubbornly setting up air defence systems, trying to provide cover to their ship's personnel from possible damage. A Ruscist naval group is maintaining a submarine, despite the variable number of ships, and continuing to threaten missile strikes with at least 30 cruise missiles. " Background: Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Chief Intelligence Directorate vowed that Ukraine would fight for Zmiinyi (Snake) Island for as long as it takes, as this is a strategically important point.

Occupying forces concentrating air defence systems at Zmiinyi (Snake) Island - Pivden [South] Operational Command

ROMAN PETRENKO — SATURDAY, XX MAY XXXX, XX:XX The Russian troops are trying to strengthen their position on Zmiinyi (Snake) Island and have moved their air defence systems there. Source: Vladyslav Nazarov, the Officer of the Pivden [South] Operational Command Nazarov's quote: "On Zmiinyi, the Ruscists are stubbornly setting up air defence systems, trying to provide cover to their ship's personnel from possible damage. A Ruscist naval group is maintaining a submarine, despite the variable number of ships, and continuing to threaten missile strikes with at least XX cruise missiles. " Background: Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Chief Intelligence Directorate vowed that Ukraine would fight for Zmiinyi (Snake) Island for as long as it takes, as this is a strategically important point.

kordon,549aaf4151bd3,vijna

Belarus is outraged that Ukraine is strengthening its border

Belarusian border guards are outraged by the fact that "the Ukrainian military continues to mine territories adjacent to the border with Belarus".Source: State Border Committee of the Republic of Belarus Details: Belarus alleges that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are not only mining their border with the aggressor country, but are also "destroying roads and infrastructure facilities". Belarusian border guards have even posted a video of the "mining". Why this is important: Belarus is an aggressor country, just like Russia. Before the war, the Belarusian defence minister gave his Ukrainian counterpart "his word as an officer" that Russian troops would not enter [Ukraine] from Belarus. Subsequently, Russian troops not only entered the territory of Kyiv and Chernihiv Oblasts, but have also been shelling Ukrainian cities from Belarusian territory for the whole nine months of the full-scale war. In addition, the probability of a repeated attack by Russian or even Belarusian troops cannot be ruled out. Background: A wall is being built on the northern border of Ukraine, and the oblasts bordering Russia are also being fortified.

Belarus is outraged that Ukraine is strengthening its border

Belarusian border guards are outraged by the fact that "the Ukrainian military continues to mine territories adjacent to the border with Belarus".Source: State Border Committee of the Republic of Belarus Details: Belarus alleges that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are not only mining their border with the aggressor country, but are also "destroying roads and infrastructure facilities". Belarusian border guards have even posted a video of the "mining". Why this is important: Belarus is an aggressor country, just like Russia. Before the war, the Belarusian defence minister gave his Ukrainian counterpart "his word as an officer" that Russian troops would not enter [Ukraine] from Belarus. Subsequently, Russian troops not only entered the territory of Kyiv and Chernihiv Oblasts, but have also been shelling Ukrainian cities from Belarusian territory for the whole nine months of the full-scale war. In addition, the probability of a repeated attack by Russian or even Belarusian troops cannot be ruled out. Background: A wall is being built on the northern border of Ukraine, and the oblasts bordering Russia are also being fortified.

vagner,rosija,prigozhyn

Russian security forces raid houses of Wagner mercenaries to prevent them from joining Prigozhin

Russian security forces have begun to conduct massive raids on the residences of current and former mercenaries of the Wagner Private Military Company (PMC) and are threatening them with being held accountable for joining Yevgeny Prigozhin’s militants heading for Moscow. Source: Vazhnye Istorii (Important Stories) Details: It is reported that FSB operatives and officers have staged raids in several cities of Russia in search of former and current fighters of the Wagner PMC. Police officers and FSB officers have been visiting the mercenaries’ homes with weapons, looking for men and threatening them with a criminal article on "treason" if the militants join Yevgeny Prigozhin’s rebellion. The publication reports, in particular, on a nighttime visit by the security forces to the mother of a wounded Wagnerite in Ryazan Oblast. Her son was taken away without charge. Security forces also visited the mother of a militant recruited from a penal colony in Voskresensk at night. Her son was not at home, and now he fears persecution. Quote: "Security officials have already called him, and he told them that he would not join [the PMC - ed.]. But he contacted his guys [in the Wagner PMC - ed.], or so they [the security services - ed.] think. When he leaves the house, he wears a hoodie so that the Wagner tattoo on his neck is not visible," said the mother. Also, the wife of a Wagner PMC fighter from a small village in Bryansk Oblast who returned in April told the news outlet that the district police officer also came to her place of residence. "They asked ‘Where is your husband? In Moscow? In Rostov? Is he going to join the Wagner PMC again?’ A PMC flag was hanging at our house, and they forced it to be removed. He said that if they find out that he swears allegiance to Prigozhin and goes to Moscow, then he will automatically become a traitor to his homeland, he will be imprisoned for 20 years, and our family will no longer live here," she says. Her husband was found at another address and forced to sign a document stating that he undertakes to comply with the laws of the Russian Federation, and if he switches to the "enemy side," that is, swears allegiance to Prigozhin, "he will be considered a neo-Nazi, a traitor to the homeland." Similar raids took place in Orenburg, Orel, Voronezh Oblasts and Krasnodarskiy Krai. Men who refused to sign documents guaranteeing non-alignment with the PMC were detained. Background: On the evening of 23 June, Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin claimed that the regular Russian army had launched a missile strike on the Wagner mercenaries’ rear camps. He has therefore deployed 25,000 of his mercenaries "to restore justice". Prigozhin claimed that his forces had taken control of military facilities in Rostov-on-Don, including the air base, and were heading "to Moscow" and that his soldiers had shot down at least three Russian helicopters. Wagner mercenaries have also seized military facilities in the Russian city of Voronezh. In an emergency address on 24 June, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia is "fighting for survival" and that attempts are being made to "organise a rebellion" in the country. UK Defence Intelligence reported that Wagner Group fighters are aiming to reach Moscow. On the afternoon of 24 June, Russian media reported that the Office of the President of the Russian Federation anticipates that Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner Group fighters will likely reach Moscow’s outskirts in the next few hours, with fighting expected near Russia’s capital. Ukrainian intelligence has information that Putin has urgently left Moscow for his residence in Valdai.

Russian security forces raid houses of Wagner mercenaries to prevent them from joining Prigozhin

Russian security forces have begun to conduct massive raids on the residences of current and former mercenaries of the Wagner Private Military Company (PMC) and are threatening them with being held accountable for joining Yevgeny Prigozhin’s militants heading for Moscow. Source: Vazhnye Istorii (Important Stories) Details: It is reported that FSB operatives and officers have staged raids in several cities of Russia in search of former and current fighters of the Wagner PMC. Police officers and FSB officers have been visiting the mercenaries’ homes with weapons, looking for men and threatening them with a criminal article on "treason" if the militants join Yevgeny Prigozhin’s rebellion. The publication reports, in particular, on a nighttime visit by the security forces to the mother of a wounded Wagnerite in Ryazan Oblast. Her son was taken away without charge. Security forces also visited the mother of a militant recruited from a penal colony in Voskresensk at night. Her son was not at home, and now he fears persecution. Quote: "Security officials have already called him, and he told them that he would not join [the PMC - ed.]. But he contacted his guys [in the Wagner PMC - ed.], or so they [the security services - ed.] think. When he leaves the house, he wears a hoodie so that the Wagner tattoo on his neck is not visible," said the mother. Also, the wife of a Wagner PMC fighter from a small village in Bryansk Oblast who returned in April told the news outlet that the district police officer also came to her place of residence. "They asked ‘Where is your husband? In Moscow? In Rostov? Is he going to join the Wagner PMC again?’ A PMC flag was hanging at our house, and they forced it to be removed. He said that if they find out that he swears allegiance to Prigozhin and goes to Moscow, then he will automatically become a traitor to his homeland, he will be imprisoned for XX years, and our family will no longer live here," she says. Her husband was found at another address and forced to sign a document stating that he undertakes to comply with the laws of the Russian Federation, and if he switches to the "enemy side," that is, swears allegiance to Prigozhin, "he will be considered a neo-Nazi, a traitor to the homeland." Similar raids took place in Orenburg, Orel, Voronezh Oblasts and Krasnodarskiy Krai. Men who refused to sign documents guaranteeing non-alignment with the PMC were detained. Background: On the evening of XX June, Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin claimed that the regular Russian army had launched a missile strike on the Wagner mercenaries’ rear camps. He has therefore deployed XX,XXX of his mercenaries "to restore justice". Prigozhin claimed that his forces had taken control of military facilities in Rostov-on-Don, including the air base, and were heading "to Moscow" and that his soldiers had shot down at least three Russian helicopters. Wagner mercenaries have also seized military facilities in the Russian city of Voronezh. In an emergency address on XX June, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia is "fighting for survival" and that attempts are being made to "organise a rebellion" in the country. UK Defence Intelligence reported that Wagner Group fighters are aiming to reach Moscow. On the afternoon of XX June, Russian media reported that the Office of the President of the Russian Federation anticipates that Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner Group fighters will likely reach Moscow’s outskirts in the next few hours, with fighting expected near Russia’s capital. Ukrainian intelligence has information that Putin has urgently left Moscow for his residence in Valdai.

berluskoni,italija,ukrajina

Berlusconi says he always supported Ukraine after his scandalous statements on Zelenskyy

Silvio Berlusconi, former Prime Minister of Italy, who was criticised for his recent statements about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, now says that he has always been on the side of the Ukrainian people. Source: Berlusconi on Facebook, as reported by European Pravda Quote: "Let’s look at the facts. We have always supported the Ukrainian people, we have always voted without any doubt or hesitation in Italy and Europe that we need to support Ukraine by sending funds and weapons." "I have always been and am on the side of the Ukrainian people and peace." Details: Berlusconi has also expressed his hopes that the diplomatic ending of "this war, very dangerous for all of us" will be found in the near future. "I have only offered a big Marshall Plan for restoration of Ukraine as a possible diplomatic way of ending this conflict that is, and I repeat again, very dangerous for all of us," he said, meaning his offer to help Ukraine only with restoration and not weapons. Background: It was reported earlier that Berlusconi said that he would not meet Zelenskyy if he still was the Prime Minister, while commenting on the meeting of Meloni and Zelenskyy at the EU Summit in Brussels. While voting at the regional elections in Lombardia, Berlusconi added that if Zelenskyy stopped "attacking" two regions in the east of Ukraine, the Russian invasion of Ukraine would not happen at all. Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to this and stated that by spreading Russian propaganda, the former Italian Prime Minister is encouraging Russia to continue its crimes against Ukraine.

Berlusconi says he always supported Ukraine after his scandalous statements on Zelenskyy

Silvio Berlusconi, former Prime Minister of Italy, who was criticised for his recent statements about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, now says that he has always been on the side of the Ukrainian people. Source: Berlusconi on Facebook, as reported by European Pravda Quote: "Let’s look at the facts. We have always supported the Ukrainian people, we have always voted without any doubt or hesitation in Italy and Europe that we need to support Ukraine by sending funds and weapons." "I have always been and am on the side of the Ukrainian people and peace." Details: Berlusconi has also expressed his hopes that the diplomatic ending of "this war, very dangerous for all of us" will be found in the near future. "I have only offered a big Marshall Plan for restoration of Ukraine as a possible diplomatic way of ending this conflict that is, and I repeat again, very dangerous for all of us," he said, meaning his offer to help Ukraine only with restoration and not weapons. Background: It was reported earlier that Berlusconi said that he would not meet Zelenskyy if he still was the Prime Minister, while commenting on the meeting of Meloni and Zelenskyy at the EU Summit in Brussels. While voting at the regional elections in Lombardia, Berlusconi added that if Zelenskyy stopped "attacking" two regions in the east of Ukraine, the Russian invasion of Ukraine would not happen at all. Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to this and stated that by spreading Russian propaganda, the former Italian Prime Minister is encouraging Russia to continue its crimes against Ukraine.

rosija,vijna,obstril

Overnight in Ukraine: fighting in Kyiv Region, shelling of Kharkiv, Khmelnytskiy, and Chernihiv

Roman Petrenko — Wednesday, 30 March 2022, 09:53 According to the data, the night of March 30 was calm in most regions of Ukraine, but Russians continued to attack some regions, including with long-range missiles. Source: Regional administrations Details: Situation as of 8 am on 30 March 2022: Air-raid sirens sounded throughout Ukraine in the evening and during the night. However, in most regions the night was relatively calm, specifically in the Volyn, Zakarpattia, Rivne, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Odesa, Ternopil, Zaporizhia, Chernivtsi, Vinnytsia, Kirovohrad regions, Poltava, Zhytomyr, Cherkasy, and Dnipropetrovsk Regions. Mykolayiv Region: The night was quiet. Rescue operations following a missile strike on the Regional Administration building continued. Some towns in the region have been left without electricity and gas. Kherson Region: heavy explosions and shelling continued in various parts of the region. Boryslav and Kakhovka districts suffered the most. Locals report destroyed infrastructure and houses. There are casualties among the civilian population, with some, unfortunately, killed. This information is being updated. Khmelnytskiy Region: Three missile strikes hit industrial infrastructure throughout the night. The resulting fires have been contained by the rescue services. Information on casualties is being updated. Kyiv Region: Bucha district: fighting and shelling in Hostomil, Dmytriv, Bucha, Makariv communities, the shelling of Irpin continues. Shelling and fighting in settlements along the Zhytomyr highway. Information on damage and casualties is being updated. Chernihiv: heavy shelling of the city throughout the night. Information on damage and casualties is being updated. Kharkiv Region: Districts of Kharkiv City were shelled throughout the night with long-range artillery. Heavy fighting continued around Izyum. Ukraine’s Armed Forces shot down a fighter jet and a drone belonging to the Russians. Luhansk Region: Artillery and combat plane strikes on all towns. Ukraine’s Armed Forces repelled 4 attacks. The region is suffering significant damage and fires. Grass and reeds are burning around Kreminna. Russian missiles hit Lysychansk in the morning. Information on casualties is not yet available. Donetsk Region: Heavy shelling of Avdiyivka, Maryinka, Krasnohorivka during the night. Air raid on Novomykhailivka and Maryinka in the morning. Shelling of towns around Maryinka started around 7 am resulting in significant destruction and fires. Multiple incidents of damage to the town of Avdiyivka recorded. Information on casualties is not yet available. No change to the situation in Mariupol; the city remains under siege, street fighting is ongoing. Over 100,000 residents remain trapped in the city.

Overnight in Ukraine: fighting in Kyiv Region, shelling of Kharkiv, Khmelnytskiy, and Chernihiv

Roman Petrenko — Wednesday, XX March XXXX, XX:XX According to the data, the night of March XX was calm in most regions of Ukraine, but Russians continued to attack some regions, including with long-range missiles. Source: Regional administrations Details: Situation as of X am on XX March XXXX: Air-raid sirens sounded throughout Ukraine in the evening and during the night. However, in most regions the night was relatively calm, specifically in the Volyn, Zakarpattia, Rivne, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Odesa, Ternopil, Zaporizhia, Chernivtsi, Vinnytsia, Kirovohrad regions, Poltava, Zhytomyr, Cherkasy, and Dnipropetrovsk Regions. Mykolayiv Region: The night was quiet. Rescue operations following a missile strike on the Regional Administration building continued. Some towns in the region have been left without electricity and gas. Kherson Region: heavy explosions and shelling continued in various parts of the region. Boryslav and Kakhovka districts suffered the most. Locals report destroyed infrastructure and houses. There are casualties among the civilian population, with some, unfortunately, killed. This information is being updated. Khmelnytskiy Region: Three missile strikes hit industrial infrastructure throughout the night. The resulting fires have been contained by the rescue services. Information on casualties is being updated. Kyiv Region: Bucha district: fighting and shelling in Hostomil, Dmytriv, Bucha, Makariv communities, the shelling of Irpin continues. Shelling and fighting in settlements along the Zhytomyr highway. Information on damage and casualties is being updated. Chernihiv: heavy shelling of the city throughout the night. Information on damage and casualties is being updated. Kharkiv Region: Districts of Kharkiv City were shelled throughout the night with long-range artillery. Heavy fighting continued around Izyum. Ukraine’s Armed Forces shot down a fighter jet and a drone belonging to the Russians. Luhansk Region: Artillery and combat plane strikes on all towns. Ukraine’s Armed Forces repelled X attacks. The region is suffering significant damage and fires. Grass and reeds are burning around Kreminna. Russian missiles hit Lysychansk in the morning. Information on casualties is not yet available. Donetsk Region: Heavy shelling of Avdiyivka, Maryinka, Krasnohorivka during the night. Air raid on Novomykhailivka and Maryinka in the morning. Shelling of towns around Maryinka started around X am resulting in significant destruction and fires. Multiple incidents of damage to the town of Avdiyivka recorded. Information on casualties is not yet available. No change to the situation in Mariupol; the city remains under siege, street fighting is ongoing. Over XXX,XXX residents remain trapped in the city.

chnpp,kordon,vijna

Special cameras installed in Chornobyl Exclusion Zone with night vision and great visibility

Special cameras with the ability to recognize objects at night have been installed in the Chornobyl exclusion zone to monitor the border with Belarus. Source: Andrii Niebytov, Chief of the Main Directorate of the National Police in Kyiv Oblast, in an interview with Ukrinform Quote from Niebytov: "More than 30 special video surveillance cameras have been installed in the Chornobyl zone which have various functions, including very long ranges of visibility, and the ability to recognise objects at night. This is a very serious system. It helps border guards and other security forces to receive information from the border with Belarus and then conduct appropriate analysis." Details: Niebytov also noted that the Safe Kyiv Oblast smart system is operating in Kyiv Oblast, into which 1,885 cameras are now integrated, and which has shown its effectiveness both during the fight against crime and maintenance of law and order, and during military operations. The head of the Kyiv Oblast Police noted that during the full-scale invasion, the Russians physically destroyed almost 30% of the video surveillance cameras. However, as of today, all the cameras have been restored. Of the 1,885 cameras, 480 have car number plate recognition, 500 have facial recognition, and 905 are wide-angle cameras.

Special cameras installed in Chornobyl Exclusion Zone with night vision and great visibility

Special cameras with the ability to recognize objects at night have been installed in the Chornobyl exclusion zone to monitor the border with Belarus. Source: Andrii Niebytov, Chief of the Main Directorate of the National Police in Kyiv Oblast, in an interview with Ukrinform Quote from Niebytov: "More than XX special video surveillance cameras have been installed in the Chornobyl zone which have various functions, including very long ranges of visibility, and the ability to recognise objects at night. This is a very serious system. It helps border guards and other security forces to receive information from the border with Belarus and then conduct appropriate analysis." Details: Niebytov also noted that the Safe Kyiv Oblast smart system is operating in Kyiv Oblast, into which X,XXX cameras are now integrated, and which has shown its effectiveness both during the fight against crime and maintenance of law and order, and during military operations. The head of the Kyiv Oblast Police noted that during the full-scale invasion, the Russians physically destroyed almost XX% of the video surveillance cameras. However, as of today, all the cameras have been restored. Of the X,XXX cameras, XXX have car number plate recognition, XXX have facial recognition, and XXX are wide-angle cameras.

anti-corruption-bureau,verkhovna-rada

Ukrainian MP Labaziuk exposed on bribe of US$150,000

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and Ukraine's Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) have served Serhii Labaziuk, a member of Ukrainian Parliament from the For the Future party, with a notice of suspicion for bribery. Source: NABU Quote: "NABU and SAPO, together with Oleksandr Kubrakov, Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine and Minister for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development, and Mustafa Naiiem, Head of the State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development, exposed a current MP, part-time owner of large construction and agrarian businesses, on the offer of illegal benefits. In August 2023, he turned to a top official of the Ministry of Reconstruction with a request to grant his company contracts for the reconstruction of infrastructure facilities worth UAH 1 billion [about US$27.7 million]. For this, he promised a "reward" of 3-5% of the value of each contract. To coordinate further arrangements, the parliamentarian also involved the company's director." Details: UP sources say that the MP in question is Serhii Labaziuk. NABU says that Labaziuk gave Naiiem US$150,000 through a proxy after receiving UAH 50 million (about US$1,4 million) for a contract to restore a destroyed bridge in one of the regions of Ukraine. The transfer of the bribe took place in the parking lot of the capital's supermarket, and the money was in a Chinese decorative box, NABU writes. Background: Andrii Odarchenko, an MP from the Servant of the People party, has been served with a notice of suspicion by SAPO and NABU for attempting to bribe Mustafa Naiiem, Head of the State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development.

Ukrainian MP Labaziuk exposed on bribe of US$XXX,XXX

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and Ukraine's Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO) have served Serhii Labaziuk, a member of Ukrainian Parliament from the For the Future party, with a notice of suspicion for bribery. Source: NABU Quote: "NABU and SAPO, together with Oleksandr Kubrakov, Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine and Minister for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development, and Mustafa Naiiem, Head of the State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development, exposed a current MP, part-time owner of large construction and agrarian businesses, on the offer of illegal benefits. In August XXXX, he turned to a top official of the Ministry of Reconstruction with a request to grant his company contracts for the reconstruction of infrastructure facilities worth UAH X billion [about US$XX.X million]. For this, he promised a "reward" of X-X% of the value of each contract. To coordinate further arrangements, the parliamentarian also involved the company's director." Details: UP sources say that the MP in question is Serhii Labaziuk. NABU says that Labaziuk gave Naiiem US$XXX,XXX through a proxy after receiving UAH XX million (about US$X,X million) for a contract to restore a destroyed bridge in one of the regions of Ukraine. The transfer of the bribe took place in the parking lot of the capital's supermarket, and the money was in a Chinese decorative box, NABU writes. Background: Andrii Odarchenko, an MP from the Servant of the People party, has been served with a notice of suspicion by SAPO and NABU for attempting to bribe Mustafa Naiiem, Head of the State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development.

donetsk-region,bahmut,vijna

Ukraine’s Armed Forces report Russian troops have not captured Soledar

The Armed Forces of Ukraine state that the claims of the Russian military regarding the seizure of the city of Soledar are not true. Source: Serhii Chrevatyi, spokesman for the Eastern Group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in a comment to Suspilne [Ukraine's public broadcaster – ed.] Quote: "The Russians say that Soledar is under their control, but that is not true. Wait for details in the General Staff report." Details: On the night of 11 January, the press service of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of Wagner Private Military Company, posted a photo allegedly from the Soledar salt mine and reported that the entire territory of the city has allegedly been taken under the control of their fighters. The Strategic Communications Department of the Armed Forces of Ukraine called this information a Russian information and psychological operation (IPSO). "It seems that Prigozhin’s location is not accurate, and he is not in Soledar mines. An item of IPSO from Prigozhin’s PR people, which is aimed at a domestic audience, in order to somehow justify the huge losses among convicts," the department said. Background: On the evening of 10 January, Hanna Maliar, Deputy Head of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to hold the defence of the city of Soledar, Donetsk Oblast, with fierce fighting ongoing. CNN reported that the situation in Soledar is critical and dynamic, buildings change hands every day, and the death toll is so high that "no one counts the dead". Analysts from the Institute for War Studies reported that Russian troops have not captured the whole city of Soledar, but even if they do, Bakhmut will not be encircled.

Ukraine’s Armed Forces report Russian troops have not captured Soledar

The Armed Forces of Ukraine state that the claims of the Russian military regarding the seizure of the city of Soledar are not true. Source: Serhii Chrevatyi, spokesman for the Eastern Group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in a comment to Suspilne [Ukraine's public broadcaster – ed.] Quote: "The Russians say that Soledar is under their control, but that is not true. Wait for details in the General Staff report." Details: On the night of XX January, the press service of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of Wagner Private Military Company, posted a photo allegedly from the Soledar salt mine and reported that the entire territory of the city has allegedly been taken under the control of their fighters. The Strategic Communications Department of the Armed Forces of Ukraine called this information a Russian information and psychological operation (IPSO). "It seems that Prigozhin’s location is not accurate, and he is not in Soledar mines. An item of IPSO from Prigozhin’s PR people, which is aimed at a domestic audience, in order to somehow justify the huge losses among convicts," the department said. Background: On the evening of XX January, Hanna Maliar, Deputy Head of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to hold the defence of the city of Soledar, Donetsk Oblast, with fierce fighting ongoing. CNN reported that the situation in Soledar is critical and dynamic, buildings change hands every day, and the death toll is so high that "no one counts the dead". Analysts from the Institute for War Studies reported that Russian troops have not captured the whole city of Soledar, but even if they do, Bakhmut will not be encircled.

zelensky,donetsk-region,zbrojni-sili,soledar

Zelenskyy visits troops in Donetsk Oblast, discusses needs and problems

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited Ukrainian soldiers in Donetsk Oblast. Source: Ukrainian President’s Office; Zelenskyy on Telegram Quote: "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the headquarters of the brigades conducting offensive operations in the area of responsibility of the Soledar Operational and Tactical Group during his working trip to Donetsk Oblast." Details: Zelenskyy visited the command posts of the 5th Separate Assault Brigade, 22nd Separate Mechanised Brigade, 80th Separate Air Assault Brigade, 57th Otaman Kost Hordiienko Motorised Brigade, 92nd Ivan Sirko Mechanised Brigade, 26th Corporal General Roman Dashkevych Artillery Brigade, 3rd Separate Assault Brigade and 24th King Danylo Separate Mechanised Brigade. The Ukrainian president heard reports on the operational situation in the areas of responsibility of the brigades and the peculiarities of the use of various types of weapons. Zelenskyy also said he discussed the challenges faced by the military with the commanders of brigades and battalions. The president's website states that they "gave [him information on] the needs for weapons, ammunition and equipment, including frontline air defence systems and various types of UAVs". They also discussed "enhancing the training of soldiers, sergeants and officers, expanding the leadership capabilities of commanders, simplifying bureaucratic procedures in the army, in particular in the process of manning units, as well as improving the work of territorial recruitment and social support centres, and military medical commissions". The president's website says solutions have been suggested to address the existing problems, including the potential of commanders and the motivation of the soldiers. Updated: Later, Zelenskyy said he and the commander of the 5th Separate Assault Brigade of the Khortytsia Operational and Strategic Group of Forces (OSGF) (Bakhmut front) discussed the situation in the brigade's area of responsibility, the training of the troops, the demand for weapons and equipment, and other challenges. The Ukrainian president also thanked the 80th Separate Air Assault Brigade and the 57th Otaman Kost Hordiienko Motorised Brigade. "Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the 80th Brigade has been performing combat missions as part of the Oleksandriia OSGF on the Mykolaiv front and the Khortytsia OSGF on the Izium, Kupiansk, Bakhmut and Sievierodonetsk fronts. Thank you for your impressive results, bravery, and courage in combat! Ukraine is proud of each of its soldiers. ... [57th Brigade] performs combat missions as part of the Oleksandriia OSGF on the Zaporizhzhia front and the Khortytsia OSGF on the Bakhmut, Popasna and Sievierodonetsk fronts. I thank everyone for fighting for our country! Each of your results, each of your steps forward brings Ukraine's victory closer." More details: Furthermore, Zelenskyy visited a stabilisation point receiving wounded and injured soldiers from the Bakhmut front. "The Head of State inspected the premises and equipment of the center, talked to the wounded warriors and medics. The command of the stabilization point told the president about their current needs, including armored evacuation vehicles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded a wounded soldier of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade and two tactical medics of the 22nd Separate Mechanized Brigade," the Ukrainian president’s website said. Quote from Zelenskyy: "I am honored to be here today. Thank you guys for your heroism. Thank you for protecting the lives of all our people. I'm proud to shake hands and be here to personally award you. Take care of yourselves. I thank you and wish you the main thing – victory." Ukrainska Pravda is the place where you will find the most up-to-date information about everything related to the war in Ukraine. Follow us on Twitter, support us, or become our patron! "The Head of State inspected the premises and equipment of the center, talked to the wounded warriors and medics. The command of the stabilization point told the president about their current needs, including armored evacuation vehicles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded a wounded soldier of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade and two tactical medics of the 22nd Separate Mechanized Brigade," the Ukrainian president’s website said. Quote from Zelenskyy: "I am honored to be here today. Thank you guys for your heroism. Thank you for protecting the lives of all our people. I'm proud to shake hands and be here to personally award you. Take care of yourselves. I thank you and wish you the main thing – victory." More details: Furthermore, Zelenskyy visited a stabilisation point receiving wounded and injured soldiers from the Bakhmut front. "The Head of State inspected the premises and equipment of the center, talked to the wounded warriors and medics. The command of the stabilization point told the president about their current needs, including armored evacuation vehicles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded a wounded soldier of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade and two tactical medics of the 22nd Separate Mechanized Brigade," the Ukrainian president’s website said. Quote from Zelenskyy: "I am honored to be here today. Thank you guys for your heroism. Thank you for protecting the lives of all our people. I'm proud to shake hands and be here to personally award you. Take care of yourselves. I thank you and wish you the main thing – victory."

Zelenskyy visits troops in Donetsk Oblast, discusses needs and problems

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has visited Ukrainian soldiers in Donetsk Oblast. Source: Ukrainian President’s Office; Zelenskyy on Telegram Quote: "Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the headquarters of the brigades conducting offensive operations in the area of responsibility of the Soledar Operational and Tactical Group during his working trip to Donetsk Oblast." Details: Zelenskyy visited the command posts of the Xth Separate Assault Brigade, XXnd Separate Mechanised Brigade, XXth Separate Air Assault Brigade, XXth Otaman Kost Hordiienko Motorised Brigade, XXnd Ivan Sirko Mechanised Brigade, XXth Corporal General Roman Dashkevych Artillery Brigade, Xrd Separate Assault Brigade and XXth King Danylo Separate Mechanised Brigade. The Ukrainian president heard reports on the operational situation in the areas of responsibility of the brigades and the peculiarities of the use of various types of weapons. Zelenskyy also said he discussed the challenges faced by the military with the commanders of brigades and battalions. The president's website states that they "gave [him information on] the needs for weapons, ammunition and equipment, including frontline air defence systems and various types of UAVs". They also discussed "enhancing the training of soldiers, sergeants and officers, expanding the leadership capabilities of commanders, simplifying bureaucratic procedures in the army, in particular in the process of manning units, as well as improving the work of territorial recruitment and social support centres, and military medical commissions". The president's website says solutions have been suggested to address the existing problems, including the potential of commanders and the motivation of the soldiers. Updated: Later, Zelenskyy said he and the commander of the Xth Separate Assault Brigade of the Khortytsia Operational and Strategic Group of Forces (OSGF) (Bakhmut front) discussed the situation in the brigade's area of responsibility, the training of the troops, the demand for weapons and equipment, and other challenges. The Ukrainian president also thanked the XXth Separate Air Assault Brigade and the XXth Otaman Kost Hordiienko Motorised Brigade. "Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the XXth Brigade has been performing combat missions as part of the Oleksandriia OSGF on the Mykolaiv front and the Khortytsia OSGF on the Izium, Kupiansk, Bakhmut and Sievierodonetsk fronts. Thank you for your impressive results, bravery, and courage in combat! Ukraine is proud of each of its soldiers. ... [XXth Brigade] performs combat missions as part of the Oleksandriia OSGF on the Zaporizhzhia front and the Khortytsia OSGF on the Bakhmut, Popasna and Sievierodonetsk fronts. I thank everyone for fighting for our country! Each of your results, each of your steps forward brings Ukraine's victory closer." More details: Furthermore, Zelenskyy visited a stabilisation point receiving wounded and injured soldiers from the Bakhmut front. "The Head of State inspected the premises and equipment of the center, talked to the wounded warriors and medics. The command of the stabilization point told the president about their current needs, including armored evacuation vehicles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded a wounded soldier of the Xrd Separate Assault Brigade and two tactical medics of the XXnd Separate Mechanized Brigade," the Ukrainian president’s website said. Quote from Zelenskyy: "I am honored to be here today. Thank you guys for your heroism. Thank you for protecting the lives of all our people. I'm proud to shake hands and be here to personally award you. Take care of yourselves. I thank you and wish you the main thing – victory." Ukrainska Pravda is the place where you will find the most up-to-date information about everything related to the war in Ukraine. Follow us on Twitter, support us, or become our patron! "The Head of State inspected the premises and equipment of the center, talked to the wounded warriors and medics. The command of the stabilization point told the president about their current needs, including armored evacuation vehicles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded a wounded soldier of the Xrd Separate Assault Brigade and two tactical medics of the XXnd Separate Mechanized Brigade," the Ukrainian president’s website said. Quote from Zelenskyy: "I am honored to be here today. Thank you guys for your heroism. Thank you for protecting the lives of all our people. I'm proud to shake hands and be here to personally award you. Take care of yourselves. I thank you and wish you the main thing – victory." More details: Furthermore, Zelenskyy visited a stabilisation point receiving wounded and injured soldiers from the Bakhmut front. "The Head of State inspected the premises and equipment of the center, talked to the wounded warriors and medics. The command of the stabilization point told the president about their current needs, including armored evacuation vehicles. Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded a wounded soldier of the Xrd Separate Assault Brigade and two tactical medics of the XXnd Separate Mechanized Brigade," the Ukrainian president’s website said. Quote from Zelenskyy: "I am honored to be here today. Thank you guys for your heroism. Thank you for protecting the lives of all our people. I'm proud to shake hands and be here to personally award you. Take care of yourselves. I thank you and wish you the main thing – victory."

zhertvi,vijna,lvivschina

Five casualties in Lviv Oblast: Air Defence shoots down all Russian missiles

Lviv Oblast air defence has operated effectively and shot down all Russian targets in the airspace of the oblast, and the reasons for the fall of the Russian missile that killed five people are being established. Source: Andrii Hodyk, First Deputy Head of Lviv Oblast Administration, on air during the national joint 24/7 newscast Quote from Hodyk: "Five people have been killed as a result of a missile falling into a residential area. As for the effectiveness of air defence, according to data from Air Command Zakhid (West), all air targets spotted in Lviv Oblast were destroyed. However, we will be able to directly report and conclude what caused the missile to fall on a residential area in Zolochiv district, whether it was incorrect guidance of the missile by terrorist forces, an error of the missile itself, or a fall due to downing by our air defence, only after the completion of initial investigative actions and conclusions by military and law enforcement officers." Details: Hodyk emphasised that he could now state that the human casualties were caused by a Russian missile, as the investigative team had identified its wreckage. The official also expressed hope that the number of casualties would not increase as a result of the strike, as according to relatives and neighbours, five people lived in the destroyed houses, and their bodies have already been recovered from the rubble. Background: Five people were killed in Lviv Oblast as a result of a large-scale Russian attack on the night and morning of 8-9 March. Previously: An air-raid warning was issued throughout Ukraine on the night of 8-9 March. A missile hit an energy infrastructure facility in Odesa Oblast. The air defence system was activated in Kyiv Oblast. In Kyiv, during a large-scale air-raid warning, explosions occurred in several districts, with casualties. In Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, a Russian attack resulted in one killed and several wounded. The Russian army launched about 15 strikes on Kharkiv and the Oblast. The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was completely without power because of the Russian missile attack on the night of 8-9 March, which might cause an accident with radiation consequences for the whole world. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi said that Russia had fired 81 missiles of various types at Ukraine, and air defence units had shot down 34 of the 48 cruise missiles fired on the night of 8-9 March.

Five casualties in Lviv Oblast: Air Defence shoots down all Russian missiles

Lviv Oblast air defence has operated effectively and shot down all Russian targets in the airspace of the oblast, and the reasons for the fall of the Russian missile that killed five people are being established. Source: Andrii Hodyk, First Deputy Head of Lviv Oblast Administration, on air during the national joint XX/X newscast Quote from Hodyk: "Five people have been killed as a result of a missile falling into a residential area. As for the effectiveness of air defence, according to data from Air Command Zakhid (West), all air targets spotted in Lviv Oblast were destroyed. However, we will be able to directly report and conclude what caused the missile to fall on a residential area in Zolochiv district, whether it was incorrect guidance of the missile by terrorist forces, an error of the missile itself, or a fall due to downing by our air defence, only after the completion of initial investigative actions and conclusions by military and law enforcement officers." Details: Hodyk emphasised that he could now state that the human casualties were caused by a Russian missile, as the investigative team had identified its wreckage. The official also expressed hope that the number of casualties would not increase as a result of the strike, as according to relatives and neighbours, five people lived in the destroyed houses, and their bodies have already been recovered from the rubble. Background: Five people were killed in Lviv Oblast as a result of a large-scale Russian attack on the night and morning of X-X March. Previously: An air-raid warning was issued throughout Ukraine on the night of X-X March. A missile hit an energy infrastructure facility in Odesa Oblast. The air defence system was activated in Kyiv Oblast. In Kyiv, during a large-scale air-raid warning, explosions occurred in several districts, with casualties. In Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, a Russian attack resulted in one killed and several wounded. The Russian army launched about XX strikes on Kharkiv and the Oblast. The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant was completely without power because of the Russian missile attack on the night of X-X March, which might cause an accident with radiation consequences for the whole world. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi said that Russia had fired XX missiles of various types at Ukraine, and air defence units had shot down XX of the XX cruise missiles fired on the night of X-X March.

kharkiv,rosija,vijna,obstril

Russian missiles attack Kharkiv, hitting civilian facilities

Russian occupation forces deployed S-300 missiles to carry out an attack on the city of Kharkiv on the morning of 14 January. Source: Oleh Syniehubov, Head of the Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram; Ihor Terekhov, Mayor of Kharkiv, on Telegram Details: Syniehubov only said that the attack was still underway at the time of his writing. He asked Kharkiv residents to remain in shelters. An all-clear was sounded in Kharkiv Oblast at 08:12 Kyiv time. Terekhov said that at the time of his writing, Kharkiv was hit two times. Quote from Terekhov: "Morning attack on Kharkiv. Preliminary reports indicate four S-300 missiles hit the Industrialnyi [Industrial] district. [The Russians] targeted infrastructure facilities. We are yet to confirm information about casualties and destruction. According to updated information, the city was hit twice." Previously: On the morning of 14 January, explosions rocked the city of Zaporizhzhia as Russian occupation forces carried out an attack on the city.

Russian missiles attack Kharkiv, hitting civilian facilities

Russian occupation forces deployed S-XXX missiles to carry out an attack on the city of Kharkiv on the morning of XX January. Source: Oleh Syniehubov, Head of the Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram; Ihor Terekhov, Mayor of Kharkiv, on Telegram Details: Syniehubov only said that the attack was still underway at the time of his writing. He asked Kharkiv residents to remain in shelters. An all-clear was sounded in Kharkiv Oblast at XX:XX Kyiv time. Terekhov said that at the time of his writing, Kharkiv was hit two times. Quote from Terekhov: "Morning attack on Kharkiv. Preliminary reports indicate four S-XXX missiles hit the Industrialnyi [Industrial] district. [The Russians] targeted infrastructure facilities. We are yet to confirm information about casualties and destruction. According to updated information, the city was hit twice." Previously: On the morning of XX January, explosions rocked the city of Zaporizhzhia as Russian occupation forces carried out an attack on the city.

electricity,kijiv

Planned power outages begin in Kyiv to conserve energy

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA — THURSDAY, 20 OCTOBER 2022, 01:00 Planned power outages began in Kyiv in order to reduce strain on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Source: DTEK Group on Facebook, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko Details: State Enterprise NEC "Ukrenergo" imposed a power outage at 23:24 on 19 October. The blackout will last up to four hours for each customer. However, some customers may experience repeated blackouts during the same day eight hours later if Ukrenergo does not cancel stabilisation power outages. For instance, if a home was disconnected from the power line from 8:00 to 12:00, then the second disconnection might take place from 20:00 pm to 00:00, if the stabilisation power outage lasts 24 hours. DTEK Group prepared a list of streets that might be affected by the outage. City authorities are calling on the citizens of Kyiv to consume electricity in moderation. That includes turning on energy-consuming devices one at a time, and reducing electricity consumption as much as possible from 17:00 to 23:00. Businesses are asked to limit the external lighting of offices, restaurants, and shopping centres. On 20 October, buses will take over 21 out of 38 trolleybus routes in order to save electricity in the city. The list of routes where transport will be changed is available here. Background: Ukraine has been imposing temporary restriction of electricity supply following Russian attacks on the Ukrainian energy infrastructure on October 20.

Planned power outages begin in Kyiv to conserve energy

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA — THURSDAY, XX OCTOBER XXXX, XX:XX Planned power outages began in Kyiv in order to reduce strain on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Source: DTEK Group on Facebook, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko Details: State Enterprise NEC "Ukrenergo" imposed a power outage at XX:XX on XX October. The blackout will last up to four hours for each customer. However, some customers may experience repeated blackouts during the same day eight hours later if Ukrenergo does not cancel stabilisation power outages. For instance, if a home was disconnected from the power line from X:XX to XX:XX, then the second disconnection might take place from XX:XX pm to XX:XX, if the stabilisation power outage lasts XX hours. DTEK Group prepared a list of streets that might be affected by the outage. City authorities are calling on the citizens of Kyiv to consume electricity in moderation. That includes turning on energy-consuming devices one at a time, and reducing electricity consumption as much as possible from XX:XX to XX:XX. Businesses are asked to limit the external lighting of offices, restaurants, and shopping centres. On XX October, buses will take over XX out of XX trolleybus routes in order to save electricity in the city. The list of routes where transport will be changed is available here. Background: Ukraine has been imposing temporary restriction of electricity supply following Russian attacks on the Ukrainian energy infrastructure on October XX.

rozvidka,rosija,vijna,missilestrike

Ukrainian intelligence advises against connecting Russian missile attacks with holiday dates

Ukrainian Defence Intelligence has pointed out that it is better not to connect possible Russian missile attacks to holiday dates. Source: Andrii Yusov, a representative from Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence, on air during the 24/7 national joint newscast, quoted by Defence Intelligence’s press service Quote: "We are aware of what to expect from the Russian Federation, a terrorist state, but in this situation, we will not be tied to the calendar of holiday dates. Because this evil empire has its own logic. We see that the strikes can be related to dates or events; for example, UN meetings can be on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, or they can be unrelated but chosen according to some other logic. In particular, military or domestic political [logic] in the territory of the Russian Federation." Details: According to Yusov, Russia and Putin do not hide their intent to hit Ukraine’s energy system in the future. These are terrorist attacks. "Ukraine is preparing for this by strengthening air defence and by strengthening energy security. We must be ready, there is no reason to relax," the Defence Intelligence representative summed up.

Ukrainian intelligence advises against connecting Russian missile attacks with holiday dates

Ukrainian Defence Intelligence has pointed out that it is better not to connect possible Russian missile attacks to holiday dates. Source: Andrii Yusov, a representative from Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence, on air during the XX/X national joint newscast, quoted by Defence Intelligence’s press service Quote: "We are aware of what to expect from the Russian Federation, a terrorist state, but in this situation, we will not be tied to the calendar of holiday dates. Because this evil empire has its own logic. We see that the strikes can be related to dates or events; for example, UN meetings can be on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, or they can be unrelated but chosen according to some other logic. In particular, military or domestic political [logic] in the territory of the Russian Federation." Details: According to Yusov, Russia and Putin do not hide their intent to hit Ukraine’s energy system in the future. These are terrorist attacks. "Ukraine is preparing for this by strengthening air defence and by strengthening energy security. We must be ready, there is no reason to relax," the Defence Intelligence representative summed up.

polscha,vijna,lithuania,ukrajina

Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania call on world to recognise liberation of all of Ukraine as common goal

Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė have signed a joint statement following a meeting in the Lublin Triangle format in Kyiv. They have called on the international community to recognise the liberation of the whole of the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine as a common goal. Source: European Pravda, citing the statement The agreed statement declares that the prime ministers "called on the international community to define the restoration of Ukraine’s territorial integrity and the liberation of the entire temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine as a clear common goal". After the meeting with his Polish and Lithuanian counterparts, Shmyhal pointed out that the joint statement highlights, among other things, the significant contribution made by the Lublin Triangle member states towards consolidating international support for Ukraine, counteracting Russia’s aggressive policy, and investigating its war crimes and holding the perpetrators accountable. The joint statement also emphasises the necessity of continuing to boost military, financial and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Ukraine’s Prime Minister was quoted in the news outlet Interfax-Ukraine as saying that nine months of the full-scale invasion have proven how important the unity of the people of Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania actually is. "Today’s meeting has demonstrated once again that Ukraine, Lithuania and Poland share common goals, values, threat assessment position, and a vision of how to counteract the Russian aggression and accelerate our victory," Shmyhal said. According to Shmyhal, a wide range of topics were raised at the prime ministers’ meeting, including humanitarian, financial, economic and energy policies. The Prime Minister stressed that they also discussed priority matters, including Ukraine’s victory in the war against Russia. As reported earlier, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki laid flowers at the Monument to Holodomor Victims shortly after arriving in Kyiv.

Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania call on world to recognise liberation of all of Ukraine as common goal

Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė have signed a joint statement following a meeting in the Lublin Triangle format in Kyiv. They have called on the international community to recognise the liberation of the whole of the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine as a common goal. Source: European Pravda, citing the statement The agreed statement declares that the prime ministers "called on the international community to define the restoration of Ukraine’s territorial integrity and the liberation of the entire temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine as a clear common goal". After the meeting with his Polish and Lithuanian counterparts, Shmyhal pointed out that the joint statement highlights, among other things, the significant contribution made by the Lublin Triangle member states towards consolidating international support for Ukraine, counteracting Russia’s aggressive policy, and investigating its war crimes and holding the perpetrators accountable. The joint statement also emphasises the necessity of continuing to boost military, financial and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Ukraine’s Prime Minister was quoted in the news outlet Interfax-Ukraine as saying that nine months of the full-scale invasion have proven how important the unity of the people of Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania actually is. "Today’s meeting has demonstrated once again that Ukraine, Lithuania and Poland share common goals, values, threat assessment position, and a vision of how to counteract the Russian aggression and accelerate our victory," Shmyhal said. According to Shmyhal, a wide range of topics were raised at the prime ministers’ meeting, including humanitarian, financial, economic and energy policies. The Prime Minister stressed that they also discussed priority matters, including Ukraine’s victory in the war against Russia. As reported earlier, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki laid flowers at the Monument to Holodomor Victims shortly after arriving in Kyiv.

dnipropetrovska-oblast,obstril

Occupiers shell Dnipropetrovsk oblast numerous times

On 9 May, Russian invaders attacked the Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk oblast. Source: Serhii Lysak, Head of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "Several times the Russians hit the Nikopol region. The Myrove hromada [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] was shelled with artillery. Marhanets hromada was attacked by drones. People were not hurt. " Details: Lysak added that five private houses and eight farm buildings were damaged. Power line and gas pipeline were broken.

Occupiers shell Dnipropetrovsk oblast numerous times

On X May, Russian invaders attacked the Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk oblast. Source: Serhii Lysak, Head of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "Several times the Russians hit the Nikopol region. The Myrove hromada [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] was shelled with artillery. Marhanets hromada was attacked by drones. People were not hurt. " Details: Lysak added that five private houses and eight farm buildings were damaged. Power line and gas pipeline were broken.

krim,zelensky,rosija

Zelenskyy addresses "our people" in Ukraine's occupied territories following explosions in Crimea

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – TUESDAY, 16 AUGUST 2022, 22:14 Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, called on civilian residents of Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine to avoid approaching [Russian] military facilities and ammunition points. Source: President Zelenskyy's video address Quote from Zelenskyy: "Every day and every night we see new reports of explosions in the territories temporarily occupied by the [Russian forces]. I am now asking all our people in Crimea, in other parts of southern Ukraine, in the occupied territories of Donbas, in Kharkiv Oblast to be very careful. Please do not approach the military facilities of the Russian army, or the areas where they store ammunition and equipment, or where their headquarters are located. The reasons for the explosions in the occupied territory can be different, very different. For example, to quote the occupiers, 'dim-wittedness'. But they all have the same goal: destroying the occupiers’ logistics, their ammunition, their military and other equipment, and their command posts saves the lives of our people. The fewer opportunities the occupiers have to do evil and kill Ukrainians, the sooner we will be able to liberate our land and end this war. And these days the size of the queue to cross the bridge in order to leave Crimea for Russia proves that the absolute majority of citizens of the terrorist state [i.e., Russia - ed.] already understand – or at least, can feel – that they don’t belong in Crimea." Background: A new record of daily traffic was observed on Crimean Bridge in the occupied peninsula on 16 August. On 15 August, 38,297 cars moved both ways.

Zelenskyy addresses "our people" in Ukraine's occupied territories following explosions in Crimea

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – TUESDAY, XX AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, called on civilian residents of Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine to avoid approaching [Russian] military facilities and ammunition points. Source: President Zelenskyy's video address Quote from Zelenskyy: "Every day and every night we see new reports of explosions in the territories temporarily occupied by the [Russian forces]. I am now asking all our people in Crimea, in other parts of southern Ukraine, in the occupied territories of Donbas, in Kharkiv Oblast to be very careful. Please do not approach the military facilities of the Russian army, or the areas where they store ammunition and equipment, or where their headquarters are located. The reasons for the explosions in the occupied territory can be different, very different. For example, to quote the occupiers, 'dim-wittedness'. But they all have the same goal: destroying the occupiers’ logistics, their ammunition, their military and other equipment, and their command posts saves the lives of our people. The fewer opportunities the occupiers have to do evil and kill Ukrainians, the sooner we will be able to liberate our land and end this war. And these days the size of the queue to cross the bridge in order to leave Crimea for Russia proves that the absolute majority of citizens of the terrorist state [i.e., Russia - ed.] already understand – or at least, can feel – that they don’t belong in Crimea." Background: A new record of daily traffic was observed on Crimean Bridge in the occupied peninsula on XX August. On XX August, XX,XXX cars moved both ways.

nato,kuleba,mzs

Ukraine's Foreign Minister says NATO lacks political will to decide on Ukraine's accession

Dmytro Kuleba, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, believes that NATO currently lacks the political will to make a decision on Ukraine’s accession. Source: Kuleba in an interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour Details: Kuleba said that he advised everyone saying that Ukraine’s accession is impossible to consider Finland’s example. It was impossible to imagine Finland’s accession to NATO a year ago, he said, but once political will was there, Finland was able to join the Alliance. He stressed that everything was possible when there is political will, adding that NATO currently lacks it. Kuleba also said that Ukraine’s accession to NATO will not stop the war, but it will help prevent future wars in the Euro-Atlantic area. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister explained that while Ukraine remains NATO’s close friend, respected ally, special partner, or there is some other "surrogate" form of cooperation between Ukraine and the Alliance, there will be a risk that Russian aggression against Ukraine will happen again. That is why, according to Kuleba, it is strategically savvy to rule this risk out. Whatever the price of preserving peace, the price of restoring peace is always higher, he argued. Kuleba recalled that the ally states agreed that Ukraine will be a NATO member in Bucharest in 2008. Since then, he said, the organisation keeps repeating this like a mantra, reaffirming its "open doors" policy. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister added that there had been many arguments and excuses about why Ukraine should not be a member of NATO, but history has proven them all wrong. That is why it was time for Ukraine to join NATO, he concluded. Background: Kuleba wrote in Foreign Affairs magazine that NATO members should take a historic step toward admitting Ukraine at the alliance’s upcoming summit in Vilnius, Lithuania: "Ukraine needs NATO, and NATO needs Ukraine." Poland, Czech Republic and Slovakia said that NATO "must be ready to provide security guarantees, beyond political assurances, that prevent Ukraine from becoming a gray zone once and for all." Leaders of the Baltic states want to ensure that specific steps towards Ukraine’s accession to NATO will be taken at the Vilnius summit.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister says NATO lacks political will to decide on Ukraine's accession

Dmytro Kuleba, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, believes that NATO currently lacks the political will to make a decision on Ukraine’s accession. Source: Kuleba in an interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour Details: Kuleba said that he advised everyone saying that Ukraine’s accession is impossible to consider Finland’s example. It was impossible to imagine Finland’s accession to NATO a year ago, he said, but once political will was there, Finland was able to join the Alliance. He stressed that everything was possible when there is political will, adding that NATO currently lacks it. Kuleba also said that Ukraine’s accession to NATO will not stop the war, but it will help prevent future wars in the Euro-Atlantic area. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister explained that while Ukraine remains NATO’s close friend, respected ally, special partner, or there is some other "surrogate" form of cooperation between Ukraine and the Alliance, there will be a risk that Russian aggression against Ukraine will happen again. That is why, according to Kuleba, it is strategically savvy to rule this risk out. Whatever the price of preserving peace, the price of restoring peace is always higher, he argued. Kuleba recalled that the ally states agreed that Ukraine will be a NATO member in Bucharest in XXXX. Since then, he said, the organisation keeps repeating this like a mantra, reaffirming its "open doors" policy. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister added that there had been many arguments and excuses about why Ukraine should not be a member of NATO, but history has proven them all wrong. That is why it was time for Ukraine to join NATO, he concluded. Background: Kuleba wrote in Foreign Affairs magazine that NATO members should take a historic step toward admitting Ukraine at the alliance’s upcoming summit in Vilnius, Lithuania: "Ukraine needs NATO, and NATO needs Ukraine." Poland, Czech Republic and Slovakia said that NATO "must be ready to provide security guarantees, beyond political assurances, that prevent Ukraine from becoming a gray zone once and for all." Leaders of the Baltic states want to ensure that specific steps towards Ukraine’s accession to NATO will be taken at the Vilnius summit.

krim,rosija,vijna,ukrajina

Crimea explosions: Forbes calculates cost of destroyed Russian aircraft

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – FRIDAY, 12 AUGUST 2022, 08:27 The aircraft destroyed in the explosions at the Saky airfield near Novofedorivka, in Russian-occupied Crimea, has cost Russia over $300 million. Source: Forbes Ukraine Details: Forbes Ukraine reports that prior to explosions, the total cost of the aircraft stationed at the Saky airfield amounted to approximately $650-800 million. Forbes estimates that the costs of each of the Russian military aircraft might be as follows: Su-30SM – $50 million; Su-24MR – $6 million; Il-76 – $86 million. Forbes adds that there might be circumstances that might significantly affect those numbers. Given that a total of nine aircraft were destroyed at the Saky airfield, and assuming that all of the destroyed aircraft were the cheaper Su-24MR jets, Russia’s total losses would amount to $55 million. If, however, the destroyed jets were all Su-30SM, its losses could reach $450 million. Background: On the afternoon of 9 August, explosions rocked the Saky military airbase in Novofedorivka, in Russian-occupied Crimea. Crimean residents shared videos which showed at least two fires on social media and reported hearing between seven and 12 explosions. The Russian Defence Ministry has claimed that the explosions were caused by detonation of ammunition. Later on, a source in the Russian Ministry of Defence told TASS that explosions occurred due to a "fire safety violation" at the airfield. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence said it was unable to determine what caused the fire at the Saky airfield. The New York Times quoted a "senior Ukrainian military official" as saying that Ukrainian forces were behind the blast at the air base. Mykhailo Podoliak, Senior Adviser to Ukrainian President, said that Kyiv was not involved in the explosions at the airfield in Novofedorivka in Russian-occupied Crimea. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Crimea explosions: Forbes calculates cost of destroyed Russian aircraft

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – FRIDAY, XX AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX The aircraft destroyed in the explosions at the Saky airfield near Novofedorivka, in Russian-occupied Crimea, has cost Russia over $XXX million. Source: Forbes Ukraine Details: Forbes Ukraine reports that prior to explosions, the total cost of the aircraft stationed at the Saky airfield amounted to approximately $XXX-XXX million. Forbes estimates that the costs of each of the Russian military aircraft might be as follows: Su-XXSM – $XX million; Su-XXMR – $X million; Il-XX – $XX million. Forbes adds that there might be circumstances that might significantly affect those numbers. Given that a total of nine aircraft were destroyed at the Saky airfield, and assuming that all of the destroyed aircraft were the cheaper Su-XXMR jets, Russia’s total losses would amount to $XX million. If, however, the destroyed jets were all Su-XXSM, its losses could reach $XXX million. Background: On the afternoon of X August, explosions rocked the Saky military airbase in Novofedorivka, in Russian-occupied Crimea. Crimean residents shared videos which showed at least two fires on social media and reported hearing between seven and XX explosions. The Russian Defence Ministry has claimed that the explosions were caused by detonation of ammunition. Later on, a source in the Russian Ministry of Defence told TASS that explosions occurred due to a "fire safety violation" at the airfield. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence said it was unable to determine what caused the fire at the Saky airfield. The New York Times quoted a "senior Ukrainian military official" as saying that Ukrainian forces were behind the blast at the air base. Mykhailo Podoliak, Senior Adviser to Ukrainian President, said that Kyiv was not involved in the explosions at the airfield in Novofedorivka in Russian-occupied Crimea. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

okupacia,golodomor,istorija,khersonska-oblast

Memorials to Holodomor victims are being demolished in occupied part of Kherson Oblast

The Russian occupiers have destroyed 14 memorials to victims of the Holodomor in Ukraine [a man-made famine organised by the Soviet government – ed.] in Ivanivka hromada in the Henichesk district, Kherson Oblast [a hromada is an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] . Source: Kherson media outlet Most (Bridge) with reference to reports from the occupying administration of Ivanivka hromada Details: The occupying administration of Ivanivka hromada posted a photograph showing an act of vandalism. The vandals’ faces had been hidden in advance, so it is not known exactly who destroyed the memorials. In the post, the Russians refer to the Holodomor of 1932-1933 as a "so-called" famine and list adverse weather conditions, poor harvests and Soviet economic and agrarian policies as the reasons why millions of Ukrainians starved to death. Previously: In 2022, Russian occupiers demolished Ukrainian memorials in the settlement of Hornostaivka. During the occupation of the city of Kherson, they destroyed a plaque commemorating Ruslan Storcheus, the first commander of the Kherson Battalion, who was killed in 2014. Reference: The Holodomor of 1932-1933 has been recognised by many countries as an act of genocide of the Ukrainian people which the Soviet authorities organised by confiscating harvests from villagers and creating an artificial mass famine in Ukraine. The confiscation of the grain harvest and all other food products from villagers by the Soviet authorities in 1932-1933 led to millions of deaths. Between 4 and 10.5 million Ukrainians are estimated to have died as a result of the Holodomor. What is more, the Soviet government had significant grain stocks in reserve which were exported during the Holodomor. It also banned people from exiting the Ukrainian Soviet Republic and refused to accept foreign aid for the starving people.

Memorials to Holodomor victims are being demolished in occupied part of Kherson Oblast

The Russian occupiers have destroyed XX memorials to victims of the Holodomor in Ukraine [a man-made famine organised by the Soviet government – ed.] in Ivanivka hromada in the Henichesk district, Kherson Oblast [a hromada is an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] . Source: Kherson media outlet Most (Bridge) with reference to reports from the occupying administration of Ivanivka hromada Details: The occupying administration of Ivanivka hromada posted a photograph showing an act of vandalism. The vandals’ faces had been hidden in advance, so it is not known exactly who destroyed the memorials. In the post, the Russians refer to the Holodomor of XXXX-XXXX as a "so-called" famine and list adverse weather conditions, poor harvests and Soviet economic and agrarian policies as the reasons why millions of Ukrainians starved to death. Previously: In XXXX, Russian occupiers demolished Ukrainian memorials in the settlement of Hornostaivka. During the occupation of the city of Kherson, they destroyed a plaque commemorating Ruslan Storcheus, the first commander of the Kherson Battalion, who was killed in XXXX. Reference: The Holodomor of XXXX-XXXX has been recognised by many countries as an act of genocide of the Ukrainian people which the Soviet authorities organised by confiscating harvests from villagers and creating an artificial mass famine in Ukraine. The confiscation of the grain harvest and all other food products from villagers by the Soviet authorities in XXXX-XXXX led to millions of deaths. Between X and XX.X million Ukrainians are estimated to have died as a result of the Holodomor. What is more, the Soviet government had significant grain stocks in reserve which were exported during the Holodomor. It also banned people from exiting the Ukrainian Soviet Republic and refused to accept foreign aid for the starving people.

sumska-oblast,obstril

Russians attack 6 locations in Sumy Oblast

Russian invaders shelled six hromadas in Sumy Oblast during 29 January, with 72 strikes recorded. [Hromada is an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration on Facebook Details: The Russians dropped an explosive device on the Yunakivka hromada from a UAV. The Russian military also launched a mortar attack, delivering six strikes in the late afternoon. The Russians attacked the Esman hromada, firing two machine gun rounds. Russian attackers shelled the Bilopillia hromada using mortars (39 strikes) and grenade launchers (30 strikes). The Russians also dropped an explosive device on the Krasnopillia hromada from a UAV. Russian forces used a UAV to drop two explosive devices on the village of Velyka Pysarivka in its namesake hromada. The Russians fired mortars at the Myropillia hromada, striking it five times. Preliminary information from the Oblast Administration indicates that all of these attacks have not resulted in casualties or destruction.

Russians attack X locations in Sumy Oblast

Russian invaders shelled six hromadas in Sumy Oblast during XX January, with XX strikes recorded. [Hromada is an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.] Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration on Facebook Details: The Russians dropped an explosive device on the Yunakivka hromada from a UAV. The Russian military also launched a mortar attack, delivering six strikes in the late afternoon. The Russians attacked the Esman hromada, firing two machine gun rounds. Russian attackers shelled the Bilopillia hromada using mortars (XX strikes) and grenade launchers (XX strikes). The Russians also dropped an explosive device on the Krasnopillia hromada from a UAV. Russian forces used a UAV to drop two explosive devices on the village of Velyka Pysarivka in its namesake hromada. The Russians fired mortars at the Myropillia hromada, striking it five times. Preliminary information from the Oblast Administration indicates that all of these attacks have not resulted in casualties or destruction.

lutsenko,armija,zbrojni-sili

Former Prosecutor General says he is leaving army due to disability

Yurii Lutsenko, former Head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the former Prosecutor General, called his appointment as a platoon commander of attack unmanned aerial vehicles an ordinary event that took place against the backdrop of street battles in the suburbs of the city of Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast. Source: Yurii Lutsenko on Facebook Quote: "I came from the Bakhmut front to the base. Greatly surprised by reactions on Facebook to my appointment as commander of the UAV platoon. Friends are somehow overly happy with this ordinary event, enemies habitually violently hate me, looking like couch pygmies. Against this background are street battles in the suburbs of Bakhmut, destroyed highways, shortage of ammunition, and the deadly fatigue of heroic infantry. " Details: Lutsenko added that in these circumstances, he jokingly responds to congratulations with the words "career finally went up:)," and he's sincerely grateful to everyone for their kind words. "And to enemies (before the war I called them enemies, but now I use this word only for those whom we hunt day and night) there is no point in explaining anything. Just know this: I, without hiding, survived and defeated both the Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk mafia. I will survive your variety circus. I have honour," wrote the former politician turned fighter Lutsenko. Earlier: On 20 February, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, appointed Captain Yurii Lutsenko as a UAV platoon commander. Lutsenko himself called his appointment as a UAV platoon commander a routine event, which occurred against the backdrop of street fights in the outskirts of the city of Bakhmut. Back in 2020, Lutsenko revealed that he underwent cancer treatment in Germany. At that time, he was operated on and had a course of chemotherapy ahead. Yurii Lutsenko held the position of the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine (2005-2006, 2007-2010), as well as Prosecutor General (2016-2019).

Former Prosecutor General says he is leaving army due to disability

Yurii Lutsenko, former Head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the former Prosecutor General, called his appointment as a platoon commander of attack unmanned aerial vehicles an ordinary event that took place against the backdrop of street battles in the suburbs of the city of Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast. Source: Yurii Lutsenko on Facebook Quote: "I came from the Bakhmut front to the base. Greatly surprised by reactions on Facebook to my appointment as commander of the UAV platoon. Friends are somehow overly happy with this ordinary event, enemies habitually violently hate me, looking like couch pygmies. Against this background are street battles in the suburbs of Bakhmut, destroyed highways, shortage of ammunition, and the deadly fatigue of heroic infantry. " Details: Lutsenko added that in these circumstances, he jokingly responds to congratulations with the words "career finally went up:)," and he's sincerely grateful to everyone for their kind words. "And to enemies (before the war I called them enemies, but now I use this word only for those whom we hunt day and night) there is no point in explaining anything. Just know this: I, without hiding, survived and defeated both the Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk mafia. I will survive your variety circus. I have honour," wrote the former politician turned fighter Lutsenko. Earlier: On XX February, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, appointed Captain Yurii Lutsenko as a UAV platoon commander. Lutsenko himself called his appointment as a UAV platoon commander a routine event, which occurred against the backdrop of street fights in the outskirts of the city of Bakhmut. Back in XXXX, Lutsenko revealed that he underwent cancer treatment in Germany. At that time, he was operated on and had a course of chemotherapy ahead. Yurii Lutsenko held the position of the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine (XXXX-XXXX, XXXX-XXXX), as well as Prosecutor General (XXXX-XXXX).

kharkiv,rosija,vijna

Russian occupiers attacked Kharkiv medical centre with "Grad" multiple rocket launchers, while it distributed humanitarian aid - 4 people killed

ROMAN PETRENKO - FRIDAY, 25 MARCH 2022, 11:52 On the morning of 25 March, in the Osnovyansky district of Kharkiv, artillery and "Grad" multiple rocket launchers shelled the city's medical centre, where staff were distributing humanitarian aid. Four people were killed. Source: head of Kharkiv region Oleg Sinegubov in Telegram Details: in addition to those killed, 7 others were injured. Quote: "Obviously, the enemy wants to sow panic and to hinder the distribution of humanitarian aid." Yesterday afternoon, Russian troops also opened fire on the Nova Poshta outlet (Ukrainian courier service), killing 6 people and injuring 17.

Russian occupiers attacked Kharkiv medical centre with "Grad" multiple rocket launchers, while it distributed humanitarian aid - X people killed

ROMAN PETRENKO - FRIDAY, XX MARCH XXXX, XX:XX On the morning of XX March, in the Osnovyansky district of Kharkiv, artillery and "Grad" multiple rocket launchers shelled the city's medical centre, where staff were distributing humanitarian aid. Four people were killed. Source: head of Kharkiv region Oleg Sinegubov in Telegram Details: in addition to those killed, X others were injured. Quote: "Obviously, the enemy wants to sow panic and to hinder the distribution of humanitarian aid." Yesterday afternoon, Russian troops also opened fire on the Nova Poshta outlet (Ukrainian courier service), killing X people and injuring XX.

sotsiologija,vijna,opituvannja,ukrajina

Only 10% of Ukrainians ready to give up some territories for peace

Ukrainians are not ready to give up their land to achieve peace: only 10% of respondents believe that to achieve peace and preserve independence, it is possible to give up some territories. Source: survey results from Kyiv International Institute of Sociology held from 26 May to 5 June Quote from Kyiv International Institute of Sociology: "The absolute majority of respondents, 84%, continue to agree that no territorial concessions are permissible, even if the war lasts longer and there are other threats. Only 10% believe some territories can be abandoned to achieve peace and preserve independence." Details: Sociologists note territorial concessions have been raised regularly since May 2022, and there have been practically no significant changes in public sentiment over the past year. "Each time, the absolute majority of respondents (82-87%) opposed territorial concessions, and an absolute minority (8-10%) were ready for it," the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology stressed. Sociologists note that most of the population in all regions of Ukraine stands against territorial concessions. Among residents of Ukraine's east, 75% oppose concessions (and only 13% are ready for concessions), and among residents of the South, 86% reject this idea (only 8% are ready to give up territories). In addition, most citizens oppose any concessions, regardless of what language they mainly communicate in at home. So, among Ukrainian-speaking citizens, 85% stand against concessions (with 10 percent saying they're ready for concessions), and out of Russian-speaking citizens, 80% are not ready for any concessions, with 13 percent ready to give up territories. Sociologists noted that the sample included only 19 respondents (out of 1,029) who continue to identify themselves as Russians. It is reported that this number is not enough for statistically reliable calculations. However, it is significant that among them, only two respondents accept certain concessions, and 15, on the contrary, reject such an idea. The study was conducted from 26 May to 5 June. 1029 respondents living in all regions of Ukraine (except the Autonomous Republic of Crimea) were interviewed by telephone with the use of a random sample of mobile numbers. The survey was conducted with adults (aged 18 years and older) citizens of Ukraine who, at the time of the survey, lived on the territory of Ukraine (within the limits controlled by the Ukrainian authorities until 24 February 2022). The sample did not include residents of territories that were temporarily not controlled by the Ukrainian authorities until 24 February 2022 (Crimea, Sevastopol, certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk Oblasts), and the survey was not conducted with citizens who went abroad after 24 February 2022. Formally, under normal circumstances, the margin error of such a sample (with a probability of 0.95 and taking into account the design effect of 1.1) did not exceed 3.4% for indicators close to 50%; 3.0% for indicators close to 25%; 2.1% for indicators close to 10%, and 1.5% for indicators close to 5%. A certain systematic deviation is added to the specified formal error in war conditions. But sociologists believe that the results obtained are highly representative, allowing us to analyse the public mood of the population reliably.

Only XX% of Ukrainians ready to give up some territories for peace

Ukrainians are not ready to give up their land to achieve peace: only XX% of respondents believe that to achieve peace and preserve independence, it is possible to give up some territories. Source: survey results from Kyiv International Institute of Sociology held from XX May to X June Quote from Kyiv International Institute of Sociology: "The absolute majority of respondents, XX%, continue to agree that no territorial concessions are permissible, even if the war lasts longer and there are other threats. Only XX% believe some territories can be abandoned to achieve peace and preserve independence." Details: Sociologists note territorial concessions have been raised regularly since May XXXX, and there have been practically no significant changes in public sentiment over the past year. "Each time, the absolute majority of respondents (XX-XX%) opposed territorial concessions, and an absolute minority (X-XX%) were ready for it," the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology stressed. Sociologists note that most of the population in all regions of Ukraine stands against territorial concessions. Among residents of Ukraine's east, XX% oppose concessions (and only XX% are ready for concessions), and among residents of the South, XX% reject this idea (only X% are ready to give up territories). In addition, most citizens oppose any concessions, regardless of what language they mainly communicate in at home. So, among Ukrainian-speaking citizens, XX% stand against concessions (with XX percent saying they're ready for concessions), and out of Russian-speaking citizens, XX% are not ready for any concessions, with XX percent ready to give up territories. Sociologists noted that the sample included only XX respondents (out of X,XXX) who continue to identify themselves as Russians. It is reported that this number is not enough for statistically reliable calculations. However, it is significant that among them, only two respondents accept certain concessions, and XX, on the contrary, reject such an idea. The study was conducted from XX May to X June. XXXX respondents living in all regions of Ukraine (except the Autonomous Republic of Crimea) were interviewed by telephone with the use of a random sample of mobile numbers. The survey was conducted with adults (aged XX years and older) citizens of Ukraine who, at the time of the survey, lived on the territory of Ukraine (within the limits controlled by the Ukrainian authorities until XX February XXXX). The sample did not include residents of territories that were temporarily not controlled by the Ukrainian authorities until XX February XXXX (Crimea, Sevastopol, certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk Oblasts), and the survey was not conducted with citizens who went abroad after XX February XXXX. Formally, under normal circumstances, the margin error of such a sample (with a probability of X.XX and taking into account the design effect of X.X) did not exceed X.X% for indicators close to XX%; X.X% for indicators close to XX%; X.X% for indicators close to XX%, and X.X% for indicators close to X%. A certain systematic deviation is added to the specified formal error in war conditions. But sociologists believe that the results obtained are highly representative, allowing us to analyse the public mood of the population reliably.

prikordonna-sluzhba,kordon,549aaf4151bd3,vijna

Belarus announces that troops are returning to their bases after strengthening border, though numbers indicate otherwise

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO, OLENA ROSHCHINA – MONDAY, 24 OCTOBER 2022, 12:48The Ministry of Defence of Belarus has shown that Belarusian troops are returning to their permanent bases after "strengthening" the country’s border, while Ukrainian border guards declare that the situation has not changed.Source: The Ministry of Defence of Belarus, on Telegram; Andrii Demchenko, spokesman for State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, in a comment for Ukrainska Pravda Quote: "Belarusian military personnel who have successfully completed the task of strengthening parts of the country’s border are returning to their permanent place of deployment. The guardsmen were met by representatives of the command of the military unit, as well as relatives and friends."Details: The Belarusian Ministry of Defence didn’t disclose how many servicemen were returning to their bases, and how many remained near the state border. Instead, they showed photos of military personnel being welcomed on their bases, as well as a picture of a soldier meeting with a child. Demchenko’s comment: "There is no change in the situation at the border with the Republic of Belarus. The situation remains under control. We continue to record the same number of military units of the Republic of Belarus still on the border with our country, which change on a rotational basis. There is also no change in the nature of their actions."

Belarus announces that troops are returning to their bases after strengthening border, though numbers indicate otherwise

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO, OLENA ROSHCHINA – MONDAY, XX OCTOBER XXXX, XX:XXThe Ministry of Defence of Belarus has shown that Belarusian troops are returning to their permanent bases after "strengthening" the country’s border, while Ukrainian border guards declare that the situation has not changed.Source: The Ministry of Defence of Belarus, on Telegram; Andrii Demchenko, spokesman for State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, in a comment for Ukrainska Pravda Quote: "Belarusian military personnel who have successfully completed the task of strengthening parts of the country’s border are returning to their permanent place of deployment. The guardsmen were met by representatives of the command of the military unit, as well as relatives and friends."Details: The Belarusian Ministry of Defence didn’t disclose how many servicemen were returning to their bases, and how many remained near the state border. Instead, they showed photos of military personnel being welcomed on their bases, as well as a picture of a soldier meeting with a child. Demchenko’s comment: "There is no change in the situation at the border with the Republic of Belarus. The situation remains under control. We continue to record the same number of military units of the Republic of Belarus still on the border with our country, which change on a rotational basis. There is also no change in the nature of their actions."

chernigivska-oblast,vijna,frantsija

France will help with mine clearance in Chernihiv Oblast

EUROPEAN PRAVDA — TUESDAY, 16 AUGUST, 2022, 08:27 The French government is ready to help Ukraine clear the Chernihiv Oblast of the landmines and will provide its specialists and equipment for this purpose. Viacheslav Chaus, the head of Chernihiv Oblast Military Administration Viacheslav said so after a meeting with representatives of the French Embassy in Ukraine, writes European Pravda. "The French government is ready to help both in direct mine clearance with the involvement of its specialists and equipment, and to help train Ukrainian specialists, specifically in mine clearance of water bodies," he wrote on the Telegram channel. Participants of the meeting also discussed the possibility of assistance from the French government in the process of mine clearance in the liberated territories and the creation of DNA laboratories to identify the dead people. In July, the French Foreign Ministry announced the transfer of a mobile laboratory for rapid DNA analysis to Ukraine during the investigation of Russian war crimes. As we reported, Finland plans to take part in the restoration of infrastructure destroyed during the fighting in Chernihiv Oblast.

France will help with mine clearance in Chernihiv Oblast

EUROPEAN PRAVDA — TUESDAY, XX AUGUST, XXXX, XX:XX The French government is ready to help Ukraine clear the Chernihiv Oblast of the landmines and will provide its specialists and equipment for this purpose. Viacheslav Chaus, the head of Chernihiv Oblast Military Administration Viacheslav said so after a meeting with representatives of the French Embassy in Ukraine, writes European Pravda. "The French government is ready to help both in direct mine clearance with the involvement of its specialists and equipment, and to help train Ukrainian specialists, specifically in mine clearance of water bodies," he wrote on the Telegram channel. Participants of the meeting also discussed the possibility of assistance from the French government in the process of mine clearance in the liberated territories and the creation of DNA laboratories to identify the dead people. In July, the French Foreign Ministry announced the transfer of a mobile laboratory for rapid DNA analysis to Ukraine during the investigation of Russian war crimes. As we reported, Finland plans to take part in the restoration of infrastructure destroyed during the fighting in Chernihiv Oblast.

donetsk-region,vijna

Russian attack on Donetsk Oblast: Kurakhove suffered most destruction, 2 persons killed

Russian forces attacked the localities of Donetsk Oblast at night and in the morning of 4 January; 2 people have been killed in the area of Horlivka, and 1 person has been wounded in Bakhmut. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Kyrylenko: "On the Donetsk front Kurakhove has suffered the most – the town has been attacked several times; 6 private houses, 2 shops and equipment at the infrastructure facility have been damaged. Mariinka has come under intense fire, and in the morning, sporadic attacks were reported in the old part of Avdiivka – no casualties [were reported]." Details: According to him, 2 persons have been killed and 1 wounded on the Bakhmut and the Horlivka front. A multi-storey building has been destroyed in Chasiv Yar, 4 more residential buildings and a hospital have been damaged. A 5-storey building has been damaged in Soledar; no people have been injured. Russian forces have launched a missile attack using S-300 missiles on Lyman, and hit Torske and Zarichne, damaging a house on the territory of hromada [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.].

Russian attack on Donetsk Oblast: Kurakhove suffered most destruction, X persons killed

Russian forces attacked the localities of Donetsk Oblast at night and in the morning of X January; X people have been killed in the area of Horlivka, and X person has been wounded in Bakhmut. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote from Kyrylenko: "On the Donetsk front Kurakhove has suffered the most – the town has been attacked several times; X private houses, X shops and equipment at the infrastructure facility have been damaged. Mariinka has come under intense fire, and in the morning, sporadic attacks were reported in the old part of Avdiivka – no casualties [were reported]." Details: According to him, X persons have been killed and X wounded on the Bakhmut and the Horlivka front. A multi-storey building has been destroyed in Chasiv Yar, X more residential buildings and a hospital have been damaged. A X-storey building has been damaged in Soledar; no people have been injured. Russian forces have launched a missile attack using S-XXX missiles on Lyman, and hit Torske and Zarichne, damaging a house on the territory of hromada [an administrative unit designating a town, village or several villages and their adjacent territories – ed.].

rosija,548ecec41e46f,vijna,ukrajina

UN aims to launch mission investigating the circumstances of the killing of Ukrainian PoWs at the Olenivka prison camp

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – THURSDAY, 4 AUGUST 2022, 12:53 Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General, has said that the international organisation wants to launch a mission to establish the circumstances of the killing of Ukrainian PoWs in occupied Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast. Source: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Details: According to Guterres, both Ukrainian and Russian officials appealed to the UN to conduct an investigation. Currently, the terms of reference for the mission are being prepared, which will be agreed upon by both parties. Background: On the morning of 29 July, Russian-aligned propaganda media reported the shelling of a prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners are being held. Russia has claimed that at least 53 prisoners were killed. The Ukrainian Directorate of Intelligence believes that the killing of Ukrainian prisoners in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, was organised by the Wagner Group [a Russian private military company - ed.] on the personal instructions of Yevgeny Prigozhin, without coordination with the leadership of the Russian Ministry of Defense. The Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Ministry of Defence, the Security Service of Ukraine and the Ombudsman of Ukraine demand that the UN and the ICRC, which acted as guarantors of the lives and health of Ukrainian soldiers, send their representatives to the prison camp. Dmytro Lubinets, the ombudsman of Ukraine, asked the ICRC to organise his visit to the prison camp destroyed by the Russians in occupied Olenivka to inspect the bodies of dead Ukrainian prisoners and communicate with the wounded. The Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation announced that it had invited UN and ICRC experts to the prison camp at the place of death of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka. The families of Ukrainian soldiers are dissatisfied with the activities of international organisations, as they have not received any information about their relatives who have been held as prisoners for several months.

UN aims to launch mission investigating the circumstances of the killing of Ukrainian PoWs at the Olenivka prison camp

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – THURSDAY, X AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General, has said that the international organisation wants to launch a mission to establish the circumstances of the killing of Ukrainian PoWs in occupied Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast. Source: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Details: According to Guterres, both Ukrainian and Russian officials appealed to the UN to conduct an investigation. Currently, the terms of reference for the mission are being prepared, which will be agreed upon by both parties. Background: On the morning of XX July, Russian-aligned propaganda media reported the shelling of a prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners are being held. Russia has claimed that at least XX prisoners were killed. The Ukrainian Directorate of Intelligence believes that the killing of Ukrainian prisoners in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, was organised by the Wagner Group [a Russian private military company - ed.] on the personal instructions of Yevgeny Prigozhin, without coordination with the leadership of the Russian Ministry of Defense. The Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Ministry of Defence, the Security Service of Ukraine and the Ombudsman of Ukraine demand that the UN and the ICRC, which acted as guarantors of the lives and health of Ukrainian soldiers, send their representatives to the prison camp. Dmytro Lubinets, the ombudsman of Ukraine, asked the ICRC to organise his visit to the prison camp destroyed by the Russians in occupied Olenivka to inspect the bodies of dead Ukrainian prisoners and communicate with the wounded. The Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation announced that it had invited UN and ICRC experts to the prison camp at the place of death of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka. The families of Ukrainian soldiers are dissatisfied with the activities of international organisations, as they have not received any information about their relatives who have been held as prisoners for several months.

ssha

Pentagon works with congressmen to continue military support for Ukraine

The US Department of Defence will continue to actively engage with congressmen and senators to pass the necessary laws and thus continue military support for Ukraine as soon as possible. Source: General Pat Ryder, Pentagon spokesman; Ukrinform news agency Quote from Ryder: "Certainly, as we move forward, we will need funding from Congress. We will continue to stay engaged with Congress, both sides, to advocate for the funding we need." Details: He also confirmed that now there is US$5.4 billion left in budget funds to support Ukraine and about US$1.6 billion to replenish the Pentagon's reserves used in aid packages to Ukraine. According to Ryder, this is enough to allocate new packages soon.

Pentagon works with congressmen to continue military support for Ukraine

The US Department of Defence will continue to actively engage with congressmen and senators to pass the necessary laws and thus continue military support for Ukraine as soon as possible. Source: General Pat Ryder, Pentagon spokesman; Ukrinform news agency Quote from Ryder: "Certainly, as we move forward, we will need funding from Congress. We will continue to stay engaged with Congress, both sides, to advocate for the funding we need." Details: He also confirmed that now there is US$X.X billion left in budget funds to support Ukraine and about US$X.X billion to replenish the Pentagon's reserves used in aid packages to Ukraine. According to Ryder, this is enough to allocate new packages soon.

genshtab,vijna,missilestrike

Ukraine's General Staff says Russia plans to manufacture Kh-50 missiles to renew attacks on Ukraine

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has reported that Russia is planning to start manufacturing Kh-50 air-to-surface strategic cruise missiles in order to resume attacks on Ukraine in autumn. Source: Brigadier General Oleksii Hromov, Deputy Head of the Main Operational Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, during a press briefing Quote: "According to the information available, the Russian Federation is planning to start manufacturing Kh-50 air-to-surface strategic cruise missiles in June of this year, which will allow the Kremlin to resume missile strikes on the territory of our country in autumn. Russia has expended at least 50% of its long-range anti-aircraft missile stockpile since February 2022, having used at least 8,000 of these missiles, the majority of which were surface-to-surface missiles. Given the current levels of production, Russia will not be able to replenish its reserves in the medium term. This potentially undermines Moscow’s ability to defend its strategic interests in the Far East and near its borders with NATO countries."

Ukraine's General Staff says Russia plans to manufacture Kh-XX missiles to renew attacks on Ukraine

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has reported that Russia is planning to start manufacturing Kh-XX air-to-surface strategic cruise missiles in order to resume attacks on Ukraine in autumn. Source: Brigadier General Oleksii Hromov, Deputy Head of the Main Operational Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, during a press briefing Quote: "According to the information available, the Russian Federation is planning to start manufacturing Kh-XX air-to-surface strategic cruise missiles in June of this year, which will allow the Kremlin to resume missile strikes on the territory of our country in autumn. Russia has expended at least XX% of its long-range anti-aircraft missile stockpile since February XXXX, having used at least X,XXX of these missiles, the majority of which were surface-to-surface missiles. Given the current levels of production, Russia will not be able to replenish its reserves in the medium term. This potentially undermines Moscow’s ability to defend its strategic interests in the Far East and near its borders with NATO countries."

norvegija,nato

Norway intercepts 6 Russian bombers and fighters

Norwegian F-35 fighters have intercepted six Russian bombers and fighters spotted near NATO airspace. Source: NATO Air Command on Twitter (Х) Details: A Norwegian F-35 was scrambled in the Norwegian municipality of Evenes after a Russian aircraft flew close to NATO allied airspace on Thursday, 16 November. The Norwegian 5th generation fighters identified two Tu-160 bombers, two MiG-31s, and two IL-78 Midas. 🇳🇴 F-35 scrambled yesterday from Evenes, Norway due to Russian aircraft 🇷🇺 flying close to #NATO Allied airspaceThe 🇳🇴 5th Gen fighters identified 2 Tu-160 Bombers, 2 MiG-31 & 2 Il-78 Midas. The 🇷🇺 Aircraft returned to Russia shorty after meeting the F-35s#SecuringTheSkies pic.twitter.com/dIWlnMveI2 The Russian jets returned to Russia after the encounter with the F-35.

Norway intercepts X Russian bombers and fighters

Norwegian F-XX fighters have intercepted six Russian bombers and fighters spotted near NATO airspace. Source: NATO Air Command on Twitter (Х) Details: A Norwegian F-XX was scrambled in the Norwegian municipality of Evenes after a Russian aircraft flew close to NATO allied airspace on Thursday, XX November. The Norwegian Xth generation fighters identified two Tu-XXX bombers, two MiG-XXs, and two IL-XX Midas. 🇳🇴 F-XX scrambled yesterday from Evenes, Norway due to Russian aircraft 🇷🇺 flying close to #NATO Allied airspaceThe 🇳🇴 Xth Gen fighters identified X Tu-XXX Bombers, X MiG-XX & X Il-XX Midas. The 🇷🇺 Aircraft returned to Russia shorty after meeting the F-XXs#SecuringTheSkies pic.twitter.com/dIWlnMveIX The Russian jets returned to Russia after the encounter with the F-XX.

avia,vijna,zbrojni-sili

Ukrainian aircraft hit 25 strong points and concentrations of Russians in one day – Luhansk Oblast Military Administration

ROMAN PETRENKO – SATURDAY, 10 SEPTEMBER 2022, 08:38 Ukrainian combat aircraft carried out 33 strikes on amassments of Russian troops and their strong points on 9 September, in order to support the actions of ground forces. Source: Serhii Haidai, head of Luhansk Oblast Military Administration Details: According to Haidai, an ammunition warehouse was destroyed, damage was inflicted on almost 25 strong points and places where the occupiers' manpower and equipment were concentrated. Quote from Haidai: "During the past day [9 September], as a result of the fire from rocket units and artillery of our ground forces, damage was inflicted on eighteen control points, areas where the occupiers’ manpower was concentrated, anti-aircraft defence systems and radio-electronic warfare, artillery units, and more than twenty warehouses containing ammunition and fuel and lubricants". Background: The Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated about 2,500 square kilometres in Kharkiv Oblast during the counteroffensive on 9 September, American analysts reported. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Ukrainian aircraft hit XX strong points and concentrations of Russians in one day – Luhansk Oblast Military Administration

ROMAN PETRENKO – SATURDAY, XX SEPTEMBER XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainian combat aircraft carried out XX strikes on amassments of Russian troops and their strong points on X September, in order to support the actions of ground forces. Source: Serhii Haidai, head of Luhansk Oblast Military Administration Details: According to Haidai, an ammunition warehouse was destroyed, damage was inflicted on almost XX strong points and places where the occupiers' manpower and equipment were concentrated. Quote from Haidai: "During the past day [X September], as a result of the fire from rocket units and artillery of our ground forces, damage was inflicted on eighteen control points, areas where the occupiers’ manpower was concentrated, anti-aircraft defence systems and radio-electronic warfare, artillery units, and more than twenty warehouses containing ammunition and fuel and lubricants". Background: The Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated about X,XXX square kilometres in Kharkiv Oblast during the counteroffensive on X September, American analysts reported. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

trivoga

Ukrainian authority says air defence may down record number of Shahed drones

An air-raid warning was issued in the southeastern Ukrainian oblasts on the night of 27-28 September due to the threat of the launch of Shahed attack drones. The air raid continued until almost 03:30 and Vitalii Kim, Head of Mykolaiv Oblast Military Administration, believes air defence may have downed a record number of drones last night. Source: Ukraine’s Air Force on Telegram; Ihor Taburets, Head of Cherkasy Oblast Military Administration; Kim on Telegram Quote: "Shahed attack drones [have been spotted] in the south of Vinnytsia Oblast [and are moving towards] western oblasts! There is a threat [of attack] in Vinnytsia and Odesa oblasts." Details: Earlier, the Air Force issued air-raid warnings in light of the threat of Shahed drone attacks in Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk oblasts. An air-raid warning was issued in Zaporizhzhia Oblast in relation to Russian tactical aircraft activity on the southeastern front. Updated: At 23:50, the Air Force said several Shahed drones were approaching Odesa Oblast from the direction of the Black Sea. At 00:04: Several groups of Shahed drones were spotted moving towards Odesa, Koblevo and Ochakiv. At 00:14, Ukraine’s Air Force reported that groups of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were seen over the Izmail district in Odesa Oblast. At 00:21, the Air Force issued another warning regarding the threat of an attack drone strike in Mykolaiv and Odesa oblasts, stressing that several Shahed drones had been spotted approaching from the Black Sea. At 00:39, an air-raid warning was issued at Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, and later in Kirovohrad and Cherkassy oblasts. At 02:43, the local authorities reported that there had been explosions in Cherkasy Oblast, and that air defence forces were responding. Kim believes that air defence may have downed a record number of drones last night At around 03:30, the all-clear was given in most Ukrainian oblasts, with the warning remaining in place in Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts and Crimea.

Ukrainian authority says air defence may down record number of Shahed drones

An air-raid warning was issued in the southeastern Ukrainian oblasts on the night of XX-XX September due to the threat of the launch of Shahed attack drones. The air raid continued until almost XX:XX and Vitalii Kim, Head of Mykolaiv Oblast Military Administration, believes air defence may have downed a record number of drones last night. Source: Ukraine’s Air Force on Telegram; Ihor Taburets, Head of Cherkasy Oblast Military Administration; Kim on Telegram Quote: "Shahed attack drones [have been spotted] in the south of Vinnytsia Oblast [and are moving towards] western oblasts! There is a threat [of attack] in Vinnytsia and Odesa oblasts." Details: Earlier, the Air Force issued air-raid warnings in light of the threat of Shahed drone attacks in Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk oblasts. An air-raid warning was issued in Zaporizhzhia Oblast in relation to Russian tactical aircraft activity on the southeastern front. Updated: At XX:XX, the Air Force said several Shahed drones were approaching Odesa Oblast from the direction of the Black Sea. At XX:XX: Several groups of Shahed drones were spotted moving towards Odesa, Koblevo and Ochakiv. At XX:XX, Ukraine’s Air Force reported that groups of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were seen over the Izmail district in Odesa Oblast. At XX:XX, the Air Force issued another warning regarding the threat of an attack drone strike in Mykolaiv and Odesa oblasts, stressing that several Shahed drones had been spotted approaching from the Black Sea. At XX:XX, an air-raid warning was issued at Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, and later in Kirovohrad and Cherkassy oblasts. At XX:XX, the local authorities reported that there had been explosions in Cherkasy Oblast, and that air defence forces were responding. Kim believes that air defence may have downed a record number of drones last night At around XX:XX, the all-clear was given in most Ukrainian oblasts, with the warning remaining in place in Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts and Crimea.

okupacia,sbu,rosija,vijna

Latest SSU interception: Russian soldier tells his mother they are killing children, but she doesn't believe him

ALIONA MAZURENKO — TUESDAY, 19 APRIL 2022, 19:28 In the latest conversation between occupiers and their relatives intercepted by the Security Service of Ukraine, a Russian soldier tells his mother that they are killing civilians and children in Ukraine, but she does not believe him. Source: Security Service of Ukraine, press service Details: In the conversation with his mother, the occupier explicitly says that they are killing civilians and children, but his mother does not believe him. Dialogue between the Russian mother and her son: Mother of the Russian occupier: "Son, don’t lose your fighting spirit. You should see what they are doing there. You know, you’re doing a great job. Remember that and pass it on to everyone else." Occupier: "What are we doing? We’re killing civilians and children, damn it." Mother: "No, you’re not killing civilians and children! ... You’re killing fascists, for f**k’s sake, believe me. Stop it [the conversation]." Details: The Security Service of Ukraine says that the Russian media has zombified the Russians to such an extent that they do not believe their own children. Security Service of Ukraine quote: "Now it is not surprising why over 70% of Russians support the war in Ukraine. They trust television more than their occupier sons."

Latest SSU interception: Russian soldier tells his mother they are killing children, but she doesn't believe him

ALIONA MAZURENKO — TUESDAY, XX APRIL XXXX, XX:XX In the latest conversation between occupiers and their relatives intercepted by the Security Service of Ukraine, a Russian soldier tells his mother that they are killing civilians and children in Ukraine, but she does not believe him. Source: Security Service of Ukraine, press service Details: In the conversation with his mother, the occupier explicitly says that they are killing civilians and children, but his mother does not believe him. Dialogue between the Russian mother and her son: Mother of the Russian occupier: "Son, don’t lose your fighting spirit. You should see what they are doing there. You know, you’re doing a great job. Remember that and pass it on to everyone else." Occupier: "What are we doing? We’re killing civilians and children, damn it." Mother: "No, you’re not killing civilians and children! ... You’re killing fascists, for f**k’s sake, believe me. Stop it [the conversation]." Details: The Security Service of Ukraine says that the Russian media has zombified the Russians to such an extent that they do not believe their own children. Security Service of Ukraine quote: "Now it is not surprising why over XX% of Russians support the war in Ukraine. They trust television more than their occupier sons."

zbroja,presidential-office,vijna,svit

President’s Office reminds Ramstein participants of need for more weapons

Olena Roshchina – Wednesday, 15 JUNE 2022, 11:49 Heads of defence departments are meeting on 15 June in Brussels, and Ukraine is awaiting their decision on when weapons will arrive. Ukraine needs weapons badly to be able to defend itself from the Russian army, which has ten times more artillery. Source: Mykhailo Podoliak, adviser of the President of Ukraine, on Twitter Quote: "The ratio of Russian to Ukrainian artillery in some areas: 10 to 1. Front line — more than 1000 km. Daily, I receive a message from the defenders: "We are holding on, just say: when to expect the weapons?" I address this question to the Ramstein participants. Brussels, we are waiting for a decision." Ratio 🇷🇺/🇺🇦 artillery in some areas: 10 to 1. Front line — more than 1000 km. Daily, I receive a message from the defenders: "We are holding on, just say: when to expect the weapons?". I address this question to the Rammstein participants. Brussels, we are waiting for a decision. Reminder: On 15 June in Brussels the meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, the so-called "Ramstein-3", will take place. The first meeting of Ukraine’s support group, made up of defence department heads, took place on 26 April at the Ramstein Airbase in Germany. Over 40 countries participated. The second meeting took place on 23 May. On 13 June Mykhailo Podoliak claimed that in order to able to compete with Russia in armaments Ukraine needs to receive a 1,000 155mm-calibre howitzers, 300 multiple launch rocket systems, 500 tanks, 2,000 armoured vehicles and 1,000 drones. On 9 June a British newspaper "The Independent", owned by a Russian, Alexander Lebedev. wrote that the Russian Armed Forces have supremacy over the Armed Forces of Ukraine by a ratio of 20:1 when it comes to artillery, 40:1 in ammunition terms and 12:1 in combat range terms.

President’s Office reminds Ramstein participants of need for more weapons

Olena Roshchina – Wednesday, XX JUNE XXXX, XX:XX Heads of defence departments are meeting on XX June in Brussels, and Ukraine is awaiting their decision on when weapons will arrive. Ukraine needs weapons badly to be able to defend itself from the Russian army, which has ten times more artillery. Source: Mykhailo Podoliak, adviser of the President of Ukraine, on Twitter Quote: "The ratio of Russian to Ukrainian artillery in some areas: XX to X. Front line — more than XXXX km. Daily, I receive a message from the defenders: "We are holding on, just say: when to expect the weapons?" I address this question to the Ramstein participants. Brussels, we are waiting for a decision." Ratio 🇷🇺/🇺🇦 artillery in some areas: XX to X. Front line — more than XXXX km. Daily, I receive a message from the defenders: "We are holding on, just say: when to expect the weapons?". I address this question to the Rammstein participants. Brussels, we are waiting for a decision. Reminder: On XX June in Brussels the meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, the so-called "Ramstein-X", will take place. The first meeting of Ukraine’s support group, made up of defence department heads, took place on XX April at the Ramstein Airbase in Germany. Over XX countries participated. The second meeting took place on XX May. On XX June Mykhailo Podoliak claimed that in order to able to compete with Russia in armaments Ukraine needs to receive a X,XXX XXXmm-calibre howitzers, XXX multiple launch rocket systems, XXX tanks, X,XXX armoured vehicles and X,XXX drones. On X June a British newspaper "The Independent", owned by a Russian, Alexander Lebedev. wrote that the Russian Armed Forces have supremacy over the Armed Forces of Ukraine by a ratio of XX:X when it comes to artillery, XX:X in ammunition terms and XX:X in combat range terms.

sanktsiji,rosija,meditsina

Russia faces medicine shortage and planned operations are being postponed due to sanctions – Ukrainian intelligence

Sanctions have caused an acute shortage of medication in Russia, with planned operations being postponed indefinitely. Source: Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine on Facebook Details: Russia’s Ministry of Health has reportedly ordered every region to create an emergency four-month reserve stock of medication. Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence offered a number of reasons why the order has been issued: the effect of international sanctions on the Russian economy, as a result of which the pharmaceutical industry is not able to produce sufficient quantities of medicine; the real risk of medicine supplies from abroad coming to a complete halt; an increase in the intensity of combat action, causing a rise in the number of injured soldiers. According to [Ukrainian] intelligence, Russian surgeons privately admit that medicine stocks are plummeting. This is having a knock-on effect on surgery – planned operations are being postponed indefinitely – and the medical sector in general. In addition, medical stocks are not being replenished, which is driving up prices for medicine.

Russia faces medicine shortage and planned operations are being postponed due to sanctions – Ukrainian intelligence

Sanctions have caused an acute shortage of medication in Russia, with planned operations being postponed indefinitely. Source: Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine on Facebook Details: Russia’s Ministry of Health has reportedly ordered every region to create an emergency four-month reserve stock of medication. Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence offered a number of reasons why the order has been issued: the effect of international sanctions on the Russian economy, as a result of which the pharmaceutical industry is not able to produce sufficient quantities of medicine; the real risk of medicine supplies from abroad coming to a complete halt; an increase in the intensity of combat action, causing a rise in the number of injured soldiers. According to [Ukrainian] intelligence, Russian surgeons privately admit that medicine stocks are plummeting. This is having a knock-on effect on surgery – planned operations are being postponed indefinitely – and the medical sector in general. In addition, medical stocks are not being replenished, which is driving up prices for medicine.

548ecec41e46f,rosija,velika-britanija-20220128161822,vijna

We cannot allow war in Ukraine to last another 500 days – UK at UN

UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has said that the world cannot allow the war to drag on in Ukraine and called on Russian President Putin to immediately withdraw troops from Ukraine and unblock the Black Sea for shipping. Source: Ukrinform, citing Cleverly during a speech at a meeting of the UN Security Council in New York Quote: "We cannot allow this war to go on for another 500 days." Details: Cleverly recalled that the UN General Assembly has repeatedly called for peace based on the principles of the UN Charter, as well as the shared belief that might does not equal right. "President Zelenskyy’s 10-point peace plan shows the way forward. Ukraine wants peace. We want peace. The whole world wants peace." He emphasised that a just and durable peace is what the international community is seeking, and Russia should make this choice today by withdrawing all its troops from Ukraine. "Mr Putin – bring your troops home. End this war now," Cleverly said.

We cannot allow war in Ukraine to last another XXX days – UK at UN

UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has said that the world cannot allow the war to drag on in Ukraine and called on Russian President Putin to immediately withdraw troops from Ukraine and unblock the Black Sea for shipping. Source: Ukrinform, citing Cleverly during a speech at a meeting of the UN Security Council in New York Quote: "We cannot allow this war to go on for another XXX days." Details: Cleverly recalled that the UN General Assembly has repeatedly called for peace based on the principles of the UN Charter, as well as the shared belief that might does not equal right. "President Zelenskyy’s XX-point peace plan shows the way forward. Ukraine wants peace. We want peace. The whole world wants peace." He emphasised that a just and durable peace is what the international community is seeking, and Russia should make this choice today by withdrawing all its troops from Ukraine. "Mr Putin – bring your troops home. End this war now," Cleverly said.

vijna

Ukrainian Air Force: Russia is increasing its air presence near Ukraine's borders

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO — MONDAY, 23 MAY 2022, 22:39 On 23 May, Ukraine's air defence destroyed seven Russian targets, and strike aircraft destroyed three dozen pieces of the aggressors’ equipment. Source: Air Force Command Press Centre Quote: "The enemy is slightly increasing its air presence around the Ukrainian borders; however, it is not actually entering the airspace controlled by our air defence. In order to conduct air reconnaissance and adjust their artillery fire, the occupiers continue to use unmanned aerial vehicles in Ukrainian airspace, which are successfully destroyed by our air defence." Details: On the Lyman and Izium fronts, the strike aircraft of the Ukrainian Air Force destroyed up to 30 armoured combat vehicles, together with the aggressors’ manpower, during the 24 hours of 23 May. An Air Force fighter destroyed a cruise missile, and the Air Force's air defence units hit six drones: five Orlan-10s and one Granat drone. In total, seven air targets were hit.

Ukrainian Air Force: Russia is increasing its air presence near Ukraine's borders

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO — MONDAY, XX MAY XXXX, XX:XX On XX May, Ukraine's air defence destroyed seven Russian targets, and strike aircraft destroyed three dozen pieces of the aggressors’ equipment. Source: Air Force Command Press Centre Quote: "The enemy is slightly increasing its air presence around the Ukrainian borders; however, it is not actually entering the airspace controlled by our air defence. In order to conduct air reconnaissance and adjust their artillery fire, the occupiers continue to use unmanned aerial vehicles in Ukrainian airspace, which are successfully destroyed by our air defence." Details: On the Lyman and Izium fronts, the strike aircraft of the Ukrainian Air Force destroyed up to XX armoured combat vehicles, together with the aggressors’ manpower, during the XX hours of XX May. An Air Force fighter destroyed a cruise missile, and the Air Force's air defence units hit six drones: five Orlan-XXs and one Granat drone. In total, seven air targets were hit.

help-to-ukraine,avstrija

Austria ready to help Ukraine with mine clearance only after war is over

Austrian Defence Minister Claudia Tanner believes that her country, due to its constitutional neutrality, may help Ukraine with mine clearance after the war is over. However, not all Austrian politicians agree with this decision. Source: Kronen Zeitung, as reported by European Pravda Details: The Ukrainian side has previously asked Austria to help with the mine clearance of its territories. Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this, among other things, in his address to members of the lower chamber of the Austrian parliament. Although Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer and Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg promised to support Ukraine with mine clearance, it has not yet materialised. Claudia Tanner, Head of the Austrian Defence Ministry, believes that assistance should be provided only when the war in Ukraine is over, possibly with the Red Cross. "Mine clearance in wartime is against constitutional law," she explains. Helmut Brandstetter, foreign policy spokesman for the liberal party NEOS, disagrees with Tanner. "That's too late, and we have to help now," he says, stressing that "we are talking about saving lives". In a commentary to the Kronen Zeitung, Vasyl Khymynets, Ukraine's Ambassador to Vienna, also urges the Austrian authorities not to postpone assistance in mine clearance efforts. Quote: "There is no threat to neutrality [of Austria – ed.]. We are dealing with purely civilian areas in Ukraine. Moreover, in our country, civil defence, not the military, is responsible for this," the diplomat said. Details: As Kronen Zeitung states, Austrian lawyers also see no problems with neutrality when it comes to mine clearance in civilian areas. Background: Earlier, the Cyprus government announced that it would offer mine clearance training to Ukraine as part of humanitarian aid.

Austria ready to help Ukraine with mine clearance only after war is over

Austrian Defence Minister Claudia Tanner believes that her country, due to its constitutional neutrality, may help Ukraine with mine clearance after the war is over. However, not all Austrian politicians agree with this decision. Source: Kronen Zeitung, as reported by European Pravda Details: The Ukrainian side has previously asked Austria to help with the mine clearance of its territories. Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this, among other things, in his address to members of the lower chamber of the Austrian parliament. Although Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer and Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg promised to support Ukraine with mine clearance, it has not yet materialised. Claudia Tanner, Head of the Austrian Defence Ministry, believes that assistance should be provided only when the war in Ukraine is over, possibly with the Red Cross. "Mine clearance in wartime is against constitutional law," she explains. Helmut Brandstetter, foreign policy spokesman for the liberal party NEOS, disagrees with Tanner. "That's too late, and we have to help now," he says, stressing that "we are talking about saving lives". In a commentary to the Kronen Zeitung, Vasyl Khymynets, Ukraine's Ambassador to Vienna, also urges the Austrian authorities not to postpone assistance in mine clearance efforts. Quote: "There is no threat to neutrality [of Austria – ed.]. We are dealing with purely civilian areas in Ukraine. Moreover, in our country, civil defence, not the military, is responsible for this," the diplomat said. Details: As Kronen Zeitung states, Austrian lawyers also see no problems with neutrality when it comes to mine clearance in civilian areas. Background: Earlier, the Cyprus government announced that it would offer mine clearance training to Ukraine as part of humanitarian aid.

trivoga,kijivska-oblast,kijiv

Air defence activated in Kyiv Oblast after air raid warning issued in Kyiv

Air defence systems were activated in Kyiv Oblast early on 11 July, and an air-raid warning was issued in the city of Kyiv. Source: Kyiv Oblast Military Administration; Kyiv City Military Administration Details: An air-raid warning was issued in Kyiv at 04:25 on 11 July. The Kyiv Oblast Military Administration said there was a threat of Russian drone strikes. "Air defence forces are in operation. Do not film or take photos of our defenders’ work and do not post [photos or videos] on social media under any circumstances," the administration warned.

Air defence activated in Kyiv Oblast after air raid warning issued in Kyiv

Air defence systems were activated in Kyiv Oblast early on XX July, and an air-raid warning was issued in the city of Kyiv. Source: Kyiv Oblast Military Administration; Kyiv City Military Administration Details: An air-raid warning was issued in Kyiv at XX:XX on XX July. The Kyiv Oblast Military Administration said there was a threat of Russian drone strikes. "Air defence forces are in operation. Do not film or take photos of our defenders’ work and do not post [photos or videos] on social media under any circumstances," the administration warned.

rosija,lviv,vijna,obstril

Lviv Military Administration: 6 people killed in Lviv missile strikes

Roman Petrenko – Monday, 18 April 2022, 10:17 Lviv Regional Military Administration says at least 6 people have been killed in Russian missile strikes on Lviv. Source: Maksym Kozytskyi, Head of the Lviv Regional Military Administration, on Telegram According to Kozytskyi: "According to the Zakhid [West] Air Force Command, 4 missile strikes were launched on Lviv in the morning [of Monday, 18 April]. Three of the missiles hit military infrastructure facilities, one – a tire fitting outlet. The strikes caused fires, which are still being extinguished. The facilities that were hit are significantly damaged. Unfortunately, some people have been killed and injured. We currently have information about 6 dead and 8 wounded, one of them a child." Background: Earlier it was reported that the Russian army carried out 5 missile strikes on Lviv.

Lviv Military Administration: X people killed in Lviv missile strikes

Roman Petrenko – Monday, XX April XXXX, XX:XX Lviv Regional Military Administration says at least X people have been killed in Russian missile strikes on Lviv. Source: Maksym Kozytskyi, Head of the Lviv Regional Military Administration, on Telegram According to Kozytskyi: "According to the Zakhid [West] Air Force Command, X missile strikes were launched on Lviv in the morning [of Monday, XX April]. Three of the missiles hit military infrastructure facilities, one – a tire fitting outlet. The strikes caused fires, which are still being extinguished. The facilities that were hit are significantly damaged. Unfortunately, some people have been killed and injured. We currently have information about X dead and X wounded, one of them a child." Background: Earlier it was reported that the Russian army carried out X missile strikes on Lviv.

klichko,kijiv,kmda

Mayor of Kyiv calls Kyiv Council session where financing for Armed Forces will be discussed

Vitalii Klitschko, mayor of the city of Kyiv, has announced an extraordinary session of the Kyiv City Council amid the protests against inappropriate funds usage during the war. Additional financing for the Armed Forces of Ukraine is to be discussed at the session. Source: Klitschko on Facebook Quote: "An extraordinary Kyiv City Council session will be held next week. There the decisions about the allocation of additional funds for the support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be adopted. Kyiv continues to do everything to help our defenders!" Background: On 26 September, a protest was held under the Kyiv City Administration against inappropriate spending of the budget, namely on changing cobblestones and grade-separated junctions. The protesters suggest spending these funds on Ukraine’s defence and financing the Armed Forces.

Mayor of Kyiv calls Kyiv Council session where financing for Armed Forces will be discussed

Vitalii Klitschko, mayor of the city of Kyiv, has announced an extraordinary session of the Kyiv City Council amid the protests against inappropriate funds usage during the war. Additional financing for the Armed Forces of Ukraine is to be discussed at the session. Source: Klitschko on Facebook Quote: "An extraordinary Kyiv City Council session will be held next week. There the decisions about the allocation of additional funds for the support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be adopted. Kyiv continues to do everything to help our defenders!" Background: On XX September, a protest was held under the Kyiv City Administration against inappropriate spending of the budget, namely on changing cobblestones and grade-separated junctions. The protesters suggest spending these funds on Ukraine’s defence and financing the Armed Forces.

help-to-ukraine,fighters,shvetsija

Ukrainian pilots complete Gripen fighter jets training

Pål Jonson, Minister of Defence of Sweden, has said Ukrainian pilots had completed introductory training on Swedish Gripen fighter jets. Source: European Pravda citing Sveriges Radio Quote: "Introductory training is completed and according to the report I received from the Armed Forces, the training went well." Details: Introductory training included test flights on jets and its simulators, as well as briefings for ground personnel. Jonson said the experience gained during such training will be the basis for determining whether there are conditions for sending Gripen jets to Ukraine. Background: In August, the possibility of providing Ukraine with these jets was discussed during President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Sweden. However, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson later said that his country needs Gripen fighter jets itself, so there were no plans to transfer them to Ukraine. Recently, media reported that the Swedish government might instruct the country's armed forces to assess the conditions for the transfer of Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.

Ukrainian pilots complete Gripen fighter jets training

Pål Jonson, Minister of Defence of Sweden, has said Ukrainian pilots had completed introductory training on Swedish Gripen fighter jets. Source: European Pravda citing Sveriges Radio Quote: "Introductory training is completed and according to the report I received from the Armed Forces, the training went well." Details: Introductory training included test flights on jets and its simulators, as well as briefings for ground personnel. Jonson said the experience gained during such training will be the basis for determining whether there are conditions for sending Gripen jets to Ukraine. Background: In August, the possibility of providing Ukraine with these jets was discussed during President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Sweden. However, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson later said that his country needs Gripen fighter jets itself, so there were no plans to transfer them to Ukraine. Recently, media reported that the Swedish government might instruct the country's armed forces to assess the conditions for the transfer of Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.

kordon,rosija,finljandija,prizov

Finland expects more Russian deserters after Russia tightens conscription laws

The Finnish Border Guard expects the number of people trying to flee Russia to go up after Russia tightened its conscription laws. Source: European Pravda, citing Yle, the Finnish Broadcasting Company Quote from Jukka Lukkari, Deputy Commander of the Border Guard in South-Eastern Finland: "Internal Russian processes might affect border traffic. The threat of illegal border crossings might grow, though we don’t expect a significant rise in border traffic." Details: Lukkari added that Finnish border guards were preparing for the possible changes at the border. He also said that many changes had happened in Russia over the course of his service in the Finnish Border Guard, but "it’s always difficult to predict how [those changes] will play out at the border". Yle reported that 11 illegal crossings have occurred on Finland’s southeastern border so far this summer, of which seven were defectors from Russia to Finland. Background: In July, Russia raised the age limit for conscription of men to 30, closed the border for persons that had been called up to the military commissariat, and increased the fine for failure to appear tenfold. Restrictions on Russians entering Finland have been in place since September 2022 amid a wave of Russian mobilisation, and in July, the Finnish government further tightened these measures.

Finland expects more Russian deserters after Russia tightens conscription laws

The Finnish Border Guard expects the number of people trying to flee Russia to go up after Russia tightened its conscription laws. Source: European Pravda, citing Yle, the Finnish Broadcasting Company Quote from Jukka Lukkari, Deputy Commander of the Border Guard in South-Eastern Finland: "Internal Russian processes might affect border traffic. The threat of illegal border crossings might grow, though we don’t expect a significant rise in border traffic." Details: Lukkari added that Finnish border guards were preparing for the possible changes at the border. He also said that many changes had happened in Russia over the course of his service in the Finnish Border Guard, but "it’s always difficult to predict how [those changes] will play out at the border". Yle reported that XX illegal crossings have occurred on Finland’s southeastern border so far this summer, of which seven were defectors from Russia to Finland. Background: In July, Russia raised the age limit for conscription of men to XX, closed the border for persons that had been called up to the military commissariat, and increased the fine for failure to appear tenfold. Restrictions on Russians entering Finland have been in place since September XXXX amid a wave of Russian mobilisation, and in July, the Finnish government further tightened these measures.

diti,evacuation,vijna,kharkivska-oblast

Ukraine evacuates 190 children from Kharkiv Oblast areas attacked most often

A total of 190 children have been mandatorily evacuated from Kupiansk district in Kharkiv Oblast as part of a drive to protect them from Russian strikes. Source: Oleh Syniehubov, Head of Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "A total of 190 children have been evacuated from the dangerous hromadas in Kupiansk district [hromada is an administrative unit designating a village, several villages, or a town, and their adjacent territories – ed.]. The work is ongoing." Details: Syniehubov also reported on the current situation in the oblast. The Russian occupying forces persisted in their attacks on the civilian infrastructure of the border settlements of Izium, Chuhuiv, Kharkiv, Bohodukhiv and Kupiansk districts (Kharkiv Oblast). Russian artillery and mortar fire affected over 17 settlements in Kharkiv Oblast, particularly Okip in Bohodukhiv district; and Hatyshche, Budarky and Okhrymivka in Chuhuiv district; and Kamianka, Dvorichna, Synkivka, Petropavlivka and Berestove in the Kupiansk district. The Russians opened fire on the village of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi in Kupiansk district at around 16:00. A house was destroyed, but no fire was recorded. Reports emerged at 19:25 that the town of Vovchansk in Chuhuiv district was struck. However, no casualties were reported over the past 24 hours. The Russian occupying forces launched unsuccessful assault operations near the villages of Synkivka and Ivanivka on the Kupiansk front, where Ukrainian defenders repelled about 12 Russian attacks.

Ukraine evacuates XXX children from Kharkiv Oblast areas attacked most often

A total of XXX children have been mandatorily evacuated from Kupiansk district in Kharkiv Oblast as part of a drive to protect them from Russian strikes. Source: Oleh Syniehubov, Head of Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: "A total of XXX children have been evacuated from the dangerous hromadas in Kupiansk district [hromada is an administrative unit designating a village, several villages, or a town, and their adjacent territories – ed.]. The work is ongoing." Details: Syniehubov also reported on the current situation in the oblast. The Russian occupying forces persisted in their attacks on the civilian infrastructure of the border settlements of Izium, Chuhuiv, Kharkiv, Bohodukhiv and Kupiansk districts (Kharkiv Oblast). Russian artillery and mortar fire affected over XX settlements in Kharkiv Oblast, particularly Okip in Bohodukhiv district; and Hatyshche, Budarky and Okhrymivka in Chuhuiv district; and Kamianka, Dvorichna, Synkivka, Petropavlivka and Berestove in the Kupiansk district. The Russians opened fire on the village of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi in Kupiansk district at around XX:XX. A house was destroyed, but no fire was recorded. Reports emerged at XX:XX that the town of Vovchansk in Chuhuiv district was struck. However, no casualties were reported over the past XX hours. The Russian occupying forces launched unsuccessful assault operations near the villages of Synkivka and Ivanivka on the Kupiansk front, where Ukrainian defenders repelled about XX Russian attacks.

vagner,prokuratura,vijna

Wagnerites confess to shooting children: Prosecutor's General office launches investigation

The Prosecutor General's Office is investigating information about crimes committed by members of the Wagner Private Military Company (PMC), who confessed to shooting Ukrainian children on video. Source: Press service of the Prosecutor General's Office Quote: "One of the Telegram channels posted an interview with members of the so-called Wagner PMC, during which they reported the killing of civilians, including children, as well as prisoners of war [that were soldiers – ed.] of Ukraine’s Armed Forces. The Unified Register of Pre-trial Investigations registered the facts under Art. 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine – violation of the laws and customs of war. The circumstances mentioned in the interview will be checked as part of the investigation of criminal proceedings, and they will be given an appropriate legal assessment." Details: The Prosecutor General's Office also reported that they are investigating the actions of Wagner Group members who are participating in hostilities on the side of the Russian Federation. They are being investigated for involvement in the conduct of aggressive war, encroachment on the territorial integrity of Ukraine, and war crimes in the occupied territory of Ukraine: murder, ill-treatment of prisoners of war and civilians, and robberies. Notices of suspicion of waging an aggressive war and encroachment on the territorial integrity of Ukraine (Art. 437, Art. 110 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine) were served on the head of the Wagner PMC and the head of one of its units; as well as on individual members, on the facts of murder and cruel treatment of civilians (Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). The Prosecutor General's Office emphasised that law enforcement agencies of foreign countries are involved in the investigations. Background: On 17 April, a Russian project posted a video of prisoners from Wagner Group confessing to murders of Ukrainian children in Bakhmut and Soledar. According to one of the killers, 15-year-old unarmed Ukrainians "can hardly be called civilians".

Wagnerites confess to shooting children: Prosecutor's General office launches investigation

The Prosecutor General's Office is investigating information about crimes committed by members of the Wagner Private Military Company (PMC), who confessed to shooting Ukrainian children on video. Source: Press service of the Prosecutor General's Office Quote: "One of the Telegram channels posted an interview with members of the so-called Wagner PMC, during which they reported the killing of civilians, including children, as well as prisoners of war [that were soldiers – ed.] of Ukraine’s Armed Forces. The Unified Register of Pre-trial Investigations registered the facts under Art. XXX of the Criminal Code of Ukraine – violation of the laws and customs of war. The circumstances mentioned in the interview will be checked as part of the investigation of criminal proceedings, and they will be given an appropriate legal assessment." Details: The Prosecutor General's Office also reported that they are investigating the actions of Wagner Group members who are participating in hostilities on the side of the Russian Federation. They are being investigated for involvement in the conduct of aggressive war, encroachment on the territorial integrity of Ukraine, and war crimes in the occupied territory of Ukraine: murder, ill-treatment of prisoners of war and civilians, and robberies. Notices of suspicion of waging an aggressive war and encroachment on the territorial integrity of Ukraine (Art. XXX, Art. XXX of the Criminal Code of Ukraine) were served on the head of the Wagner PMC and the head of one of its units; as well as on individual members, on the facts of murder and cruel treatment of civilians (Article XXX of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). The Prosecutor General's Office emphasised that law enforcement agencies of foreign countries are involved in the investigations. Background: On XX April, a Russian project posted a video of prisoners from Wagner Group confessing to murders of Ukrainian children in Bakhmut and Soledar. According to one of the killers, XX-year-old unarmed Ukrainians "can hardly be called civilians".

genocid,verkhovnij-sud,sud

Soon Ukrainian courts to start considering cases of Russia's genocide en masse – Supreme Court Chairman

Ukrainian courts will soon begin considering criminal proceedings on war crimes of the Russian Federation concerning the genocide of the Ukrainian People en masse, Vsevolod Kniazev, Chairman of the Supreme Court said. Source: Kniazev on Saturday in Lviv at the international United for Justice conference, reports Interfax-Ukraine Quote: "Soon these cases in the courts [on genocide – ed.] will begin en masse, and we must already qualify certain actions." Details: According to him, there are two points of view regarding the subject of this crime. According to one of them, the subject of the crime of genocide can only be the highest military-political leadership, which gave orders to destroy the nation, according to another version, it is possible to bring to justice every soldier who killed Ukrainians, being convinced that the Ukrainian nation does not exist. "In my opinion, there are not just perpetrators or organisers of these crimes... Therefore, it will be so difficult to decide in court on the subject of these crimes... All these crimes have a very complex structure," Knyazev said. He said that now the Ukrainian court is currently considering only one case on genocide – in one of the courts in Kyiv.

Soon Ukrainian courts to start considering cases of Russia's genocide en masse – Supreme Court Chairman

Ukrainian courts will soon begin considering criminal proceedings on war crimes of the Russian Federation concerning the genocide of the Ukrainian People en masse, Vsevolod Kniazev, Chairman of the Supreme Court said. Source: Kniazev on Saturday in Lviv at the international United for Justice conference, reports Interfax-Ukraine Quote: "Soon these cases in the courts [on genocide – ed.] will begin en masse, and we must already qualify certain actions." Details: According to him, there are two points of view regarding the subject of this crime. According to one of them, the subject of the crime of genocide can only be the highest military-political leadership, which gave orders to destroy the nation, according to another version, it is possible to bring to justice every soldier who killed Ukrainians, being convinced that the Ukrainian nation does not exist. "In my opinion, there are not just perpetrators or organisers of these crimes... Therefore, it will be so difficult to decide in court on the subject of these crimes... All these crimes have a very complex structure," Knyazev said. He said that now the Ukrainian court is currently considering only one case on genocide – in one of the courts in Kyiv.

luganska-oblast,rosija,vijna

Russians lose a company of soldiers while storming Kreminna front

The Russian occupiers have lost a company of their troops while storming the Kreminna front, Serhii Haidai, Head of the Luhansk Oblast Military Administration, has said. Source: Haidai during the 24/7 national joint newscast Quote from Haidai: "There was a powerful offensive attempt on the Kreminna front; three Russian companies went on the offensive, but the defence forces held their ground there. Out of three companies, only two returned to their positions. About 70 ‘Cargo 200’ [Russian military code for dead soldiers] were left behind by the Russians, and the same number of wounded." Details: According to Haidai, the situation in the oblast is "difficult, but under control". Reminder: Over the course of the past 24 hours, Ukraine’s defence forces repelled 70 Russian attacks on the Kupiansk, Lyman, Bakhmut, Avdiivka and Shakhtarsk fronts.

Russians lose a company of soldiers while storming Kreminna front

The Russian occupiers have lost a company of their troops while storming the Kreminna front, Serhii Haidai, Head of the Luhansk Oblast Military Administration, has said. Source: Haidai during the XX/X national joint newscast Quote from Haidai: "There was a powerful offensive attempt on the Kreminna front; three Russian companies went on the offensive, but the defence forces held their ground there. Out of three companies, only two returned to their positions. About XX ‘Cargo XXX’ [Russian military code for dead soldiers] were left behind by the Russians, and the same number of wounded." Details: According to Haidai, the situation in the oblast is "difficult, but under control". Reminder: Over the course of the past XX hours, Ukraine’s defence forces repelled XX Russian attacks on the Kupiansk, Lyman, Bakhmut, Avdiivka and Shakhtarsk fronts.

rosija,vijna,ukrajina

Ukrainian Armed Forces repel Russian assaults near 12 cities, towns and villages; Russian forces target critical infrastructure – General Staff report

Over the course of the past 24 hours, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have repelled Russian assaults near 12 cities, towns and villages in Luhansk and Donetsk oblasts. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook, information as of 06:00 on 3 November Details: The Ukrainian Armed Forces have repelled Russian attacks in the vicinity of Makiivka, Nevske and Bilohorivka (Luhansk Oblast) and Verkhnokamianske, Spirne, Bakhmut, Maiorsk, Pervomaiske, Novomykhailivka, Vodiane, Pavlivka and Prechystivka (Donetsk Oblast). Russian forces are firing on the Ukrainian Armed Forces along the line of contact, carrying out military engineering tasks to reinforce their positions on several fronts and conducting aerial reconnaissance. They are also continuing to target Ukraine’s critical infrastructure and civilian homes in violation of international humanitarian law and the norms and customs of war. Over the course of the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out 3 missile strikes and 24 airstrikes, as well as over 80 attacks using multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS). More than 20 Ukrainian cities, towns and villages came under Russian fire, including Kupiansk (Kharkiv Oblast), Kremenchuk (Poltava Oblast), Nevske (Luhansk Oblast), Vodiane, Vuhledar, Krasnohorivka and Nevelske (Donetsk Oblast), Smila (Cherkasy Oblast); Nova Kamianka (Kherson Oblast) and Ternovi Pody (Mykolaiv Oblast). There is an ongoing threat of missile strikes from the territory of Belarus, including with the use of attack UAVs. There were no significant changes on the Volyn and Polissia fronts. The Republic of Belarus is continuing to support and aid Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine and its people. On other fronts, the Russians continued to fire on military and civilian targets: On the Sivershchyna front: Russian forces deployed mortars and tubed artillery to fire on areas in and around Orlykivka and Muravi (Chernihiv Oblast) and Vilna Sloboda, Zapsillia and Kharkivka (Sumy Oblast); On the Slobozhanshchyna front: Russian forces deployed mortars and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on areas in and around Alisivka, Ambarne, Anyskyne, Hatyshche, Hlyboke, Zelene, Kozacha Lopan, Krasne, Mala Vovcha, Morokhovets, Ohirtseve, Okhrimivka, Sosnivka, Starytsia, Strilecha and Khrypuny (Kharkiv Oblast); On the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts: Russian forces deployed tank guns, mortars and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on areas in and around Berestove, Dvorichna, Kamianka, Krokhmalne and Fyholivka (Kharkiv Oblast), Hrekivka, Nevske, Ploshchanka and Sukhodil (Luhansk Oblast) and Terny and Yampolivka (Donetsk Oblast); On the Bakhmut front: the Russians deployed tank guns and various types of artillery to fire on areas in and around Andriivka, Bakhmut, Bakhmutske, Bilohorivka, Verkhnokamianske, Zelenopillia, Maiorsk, New-York, Opytne, Rozdolivka, Siversk, Soledar and Spirne (Donetsk Oblast); On the Avdiivka front: the Russians deployed tank guns and all types of artillery to fire on areas in the vicinity of Kamianka, Marinka, Nevelske, Novomykhailivka and Pervomaiske (Donetsk Oblast); On the Novopavlivka front: the Russians deployed tank guns, mortars and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on areas in and around Bohoiavlenka, Velyka Novosilka, Prechystivka, Vremivka, Vuhledar, Novopil and Pavlivka (Donetsk Oblast); On the Zaporizhzhia front: Russian forces fired on areas in and around Dorozhnianka, Mala Tokmachka, Malynivka, Novoandriivka, Pavlivka, Stepove and Shcherbaky (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) using tanks and various types of artillery; On the Pivdennyi Buh front, more than 30 cities, towns and villages situated along the line of contact came under Russian fire. Russian occupation forces are continuing to forcibly "evacuate" residents of the temporarily occupied territories in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson oblasts, in particular those whose homes are located along the left bank of the River Dnipro between Velyka Znamianka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) and Nova Kakhovka (Kherson Oblast). Russian soldiers are stealing and taking away ambulances and hospital equipment in Hola Prystan and Skadovsk, in southern Ukraine. Meanwhile, units of Russian occupation forces on the temporarily occupied territories of Luhansk Oblast are continuing to use civilians as "human shields". In the city of Svatove, the Russians are deploying their units in schools and at the premises of local businesses, while local residents are being forced to continue to send their children to school despite relentless shelling. The General Staff has confirmed Russia’s losses over the past several days: 60 Russian soldiers have been killed in Pershotravneve (Mykolaiv Oblast) and 50 in Vasylivka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast).

Ukrainian Armed Forces repel Russian assaults near XX cities, towns and villages; Russian forces target critical infrastructure – General Staff report

Over the course of the past XX hours, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have repelled Russian assaults near XX cities, towns and villages in Luhansk and Donetsk oblasts. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook, information as of XX:XX on X November Details: The Ukrainian Armed Forces have repelled Russian attacks in the vicinity of Makiivka, Nevske and Bilohorivka (Luhansk Oblast) and Verkhnokamianske, Spirne, Bakhmut, Maiorsk, Pervomaiske, Novomykhailivka, Vodiane, Pavlivka and Prechystivka (Donetsk Oblast). Russian forces are firing on the Ukrainian Armed Forces along the line of contact, carrying out military engineering tasks to reinforce their positions on several fronts and conducting aerial reconnaissance. They are also continuing to target Ukraine’s critical infrastructure and civilian homes in violation of international humanitarian law and the norms and customs of war. Over the course of the past XX hours, Russian forces carried out X missile strikes and XX airstrikes, as well as over XX attacks using multiple-launch rocket systems (MLRS). More than XX Ukrainian cities, towns and villages came under Russian fire, including Kupiansk (Kharkiv Oblast), Kremenchuk (Poltava Oblast), Nevske (Luhansk Oblast), Vodiane, Vuhledar, Krasnohorivka and Nevelske (Donetsk Oblast), Smila (Cherkasy Oblast); Nova Kamianka (Kherson Oblast) and Ternovi Pody (Mykolaiv Oblast). There is an ongoing threat of missile strikes from the territory of Belarus, including with the use of attack UAVs. There were no significant changes on the Volyn and Polissia fronts. The Republic of Belarus is continuing to support and aid Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine and its people. On other fronts, the Russians continued to fire on military and civilian targets: On the Sivershchyna front: Russian forces deployed mortars and tubed artillery to fire on areas in and around Orlykivka and Muravi (Chernihiv Oblast) and Vilna Sloboda, Zapsillia and Kharkivka (Sumy Oblast); On the Slobozhanshchyna front: Russian forces deployed mortars and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on areas in and around Alisivka, Ambarne, Anyskyne, Hatyshche, Hlyboke, Zelene, Kozacha Lopan, Krasne, Mala Vovcha, Morokhovets, Ohirtseve, Okhrimivka, Sosnivka, Starytsia, Strilecha and Khrypuny (Kharkiv Oblast); On the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts: Russian forces deployed tank guns, mortars and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on areas in and around Berestove, Dvorichna, Kamianka, Krokhmalne and Fyholivka (Kharkiv Oblast), Hrekivka, Nevske, Ploshchanka and Sukhodil (Luhansk Oblast) and Terny and Yampolivka (Donetsk Oblast); On the Bakhmut front: the Russians deployed tank guns and various types of artillery to fire on areas in and around Andriivka, Bakhmut, Bakhmutske, Bilohorivka, Verkhnokamianske, Zelenopillia, Maiorsk, New-York, Opytne, Rozdolivka, Siversk, Soledar and Spirne (Donetsk Oblast); On the Avdiivka front: the Russians deployed tank guns and all types of artillery to fire on areas in the vicinity of Kamianka, Marinka, Nevelske, Novomykhailivka and Pervomaiske (Donetsk Oblast); On the Novopavlivka front: the Russians deployed tank guns, mortars and tubed and rocket artillery to fire on areas in and around Bohoiavlenka, Velyka Novosilka, Prechystivka, Vremivka, Vuhledar, Novopil and Pavlivka (Donetsk Oblast); On the Zaporizhzhia front: Russian forces fired on areas in and around Dorozhnianka, Mala Tokmachka, Malynivka, Novoandriivka, Pavlivka, Stepove and Shcherbaky (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) using tanks and various types of artillery; On the Pivdennyi Buh front, more than XX cities, towns and villages situated along the line of contact came under Russian fire. Russian occupation forces are continuing to forcibly "evacuate" residents of the temporarily occupied territories in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson oblasts, in particular those whose homes are located along the left bank of the River Dnipro between Velyka Znamianka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) and Nova Kakhovka (Kherson Oblast). Russian soldiers are stealing and taking away ambulances and hospital equipment in Hola Prystan and Skadovsk, in southern Ukraine. Meanwhile, units of Russian occupation forces on the temporarily occupied territories of Luhansk Oblast are continuing to use civilians as "human shields". In the city of Svatove, the Russians are deploying their units in schools and at the premises of local businesses, while local residents are being forced to continue to send their children to school despite relentless shelling. The General Staff has confirmed Russia’s losses over the past several days: XX Russian soldiers have been killed in Pershotravneve (Mykolaiv Oblast) and XX in Vasylivka (Zaporizhzhia Oblast).

moryaky,rosija,porti

Media posts fresh photos of Russian ship damaged by Ukrainian drone boat

New satellite images have been posted online showing the damaged Russian landing ship Olenegorskiy Gornyak in the port of Novorossiysk. Source: Radio Liberty Details: The media published a satellite image of the large landing ship Olenegorskiy Gornyak, damaged on Friday night as a result of an attack by a Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessel (USV) in the port of Novorossiysk. The photo, in particular, shows a dark liquid (possibly fuel or oil) flowing from the ship. Background: Explosions occurred in the Russian city of Novorossiysk on the night of 3-4 August. The Russian Defence Ministry reported an attack by two USVs. The Security Service of Ukraine conducted a special operation in Novorossiysk Bay, Russia, and a USV damaged the Olenegorskiy Gornyak, a large Russian landing ship. Reference: Olenegorskiy Gornyak is a large Russian landing ship built in Polish Gdańsk in 1976. Based in the Northern Fleet, it is part of the 121st brigade of landing ships. In 2007, it was considered the best landing ship of the Northern Fleet of the Russian Federation.

Media posts fresh photos of Russian ship damaged by Ukrainian drone boat

New satellite images have been posted online showing the damaged Russian landing ship Olenegorskiy Gornyak in the port of Novorossiysk. Source: Radio Liberty Details: The media published a satellite image of the large landing ship Olenegorskiy Gornyak, damaged on Friday night as a result of an attack by a Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessel (USV) in the port of Novorossiysk. The photo, in particular, shows a dark liquid (possibly fuel or oil) flowing from the ship. Background: Explosions occurred in the Russian city of Novorossiysk on the night of X-X August. The Russian Defence Ministry reported an attack by two USVs. The Security Service of Ukraine conducted a special operation in Novorossiysk Bay, Russia, and a USV damaged the Olenegorskiy Gornyak, a large Russian landing ship. Reference: Olenegorskiy Gornyak is a large Russian landing ship built in Polish Gdańsk in XXXX. Based in the Northern Fleet, it is part of the XXXst brigade of landing ships. In XXXX, it was considered the best landing ship of the Northern Fleet of the Russian Federation.

donetsk-region,vijna

Ukrainian Air Assault Forces destroy Russian positions near Bakhmut

Soldiers of the 71st Brigade of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have destroyed Russian positions near Bakhmut in Donetsk Oblast. Source: video from the brigade; press service of the Air Assault Forces Details: It is noted that assault groups of the 71st Light Infantry Brigade of the Air Assault Forces have taken the Russian positions near Bakhmut together with other units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. At first, they hit the occupiers’ location with artillery and mortar fire several times. Then, paratroopers cautiously took the Russian positions. They put an end to the Russian occupiers’ resistance. Later, soldiers say, about a dozen invaders were killed.

Ukrainian Air Assault Forces destroy Russian positions near Bakhmut

Soldiers of the XXst Brigade of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have destroyed Russian positions near Bakhmut in Donetsk Oblast. Source: video from the brigade; press service of the Air Assault Forces Details: It is noted that assault groups of the XXst Light Infantry Brigade of the Air Assault Forces have taken the Russian positions near Bakhmut together with other units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. At first, they hit the occupiers’ location with artillery and mortar fire several times. Then, paratroopers cautiously took the Russian positions. They put an end to the Russian occupiers’ resistance. Later, soldiers say, about a dozen invaders were killed.

medvedev,sud

International Criminal Court reacts to Medvedev's threats and criminal case of Russian Investigative Committee

The International Criminal Court has called the threats coming from Dmitry Medvedev, tge former Russian President, an attempt to hinder efforts to prosecute for actions prohibited by international law. Source: This was said in the statement of the International Criminal Court, reports European Pravda Quote: "The Presidency of the Assembly of Party States to the Rome Statute refers to threats against the International Criminal Court as well as measures announced against its Prosecutor and Judges involved in the issuance of arrest warrants in the Ukraine situation. The Presidency of the Assembly regrets these attempts to hinder international efforts to ensure accountability for acts that are prohibited under general international law," the court said in the statement. It emphasises that the court, its elected officials and staff enjoy the strong support of the Assembly of Party States to the Rome Statute. "We reaffirm its full confidence in the Court as an independent and impartial judicial institution and reiterate our strong commitment to uphold and defend the principles and values enshrined in the Rome Statute and to preserve its integrity undeterred by any threats," the Assembly's presidency said. "The International Criminal Court embodies our collective commitment to fight impunity for the gravest international crimes. As an institution of last resort, the Court is complementary to national jurisdictions. We call on all States to respect its judicial and prosecutorial independence," reads the statement. Earlier, the Investigative Committee of Russia opened a criminal case against the prosecutor and judges of the International Criminal Court for the "illegal prosecution of the obviously innocent" President of the Russian Federation. Medvedev, who is currently the Deputy Head of the Russian Security Council, threatened to launch a missile attack on the International Criminal Court. Pre-Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin on 17 March, in the view of the situation in Ukraine.

International Criminal Court reacts to Medvedev's threats and criminal case of Russian Investigative Committee

The International Criminal Court has called the threats coming from Dmitry Medvedev, tge former Russian President, an attempt to hinder efforts to prosecute for actions prohibited by international law. Source: This was said in the statement of the International Criminal Court, reports European Pravda Quote: "The Presidency of the Assembly of Party States to the Rome Statute refers to threats against the International Criminal Court as well as measures announced against its Prosecutor and Judges involved in the issuance of arrest warrants in the Ukraine situation. The Presidency of the Assembly regrets these attempts to hinder international efforts to ensure accountability for acts that are prohibited under general international law," the court said in the statement. It emphasises that the court, its elected officials and staff enjoy the strong support of the Assembly of Party States to the Rome Statute. "We reaffirm its full confidence in the Court as an independent and impartial judicial institution and reiterate our strong commitment to uphold and defend the principles and values enshrined in the Rome Statute and to preserve its integrity undeterred by any threats," the Assembly's presidency said. "The International Criminal Court embodies our collective commitment to fight impunity for the gravest international crimes. As an institution of last resort, the Court is complementary to national jurisdictions. We call on all States to respect its judicial and prosecutorial independence," reads the statement. Earlier, the Investigative Committee of Russia opened a criminal case against the prosecutor and judges of the International Criminal Court for the "illegal prosecution of the obviously innocent" President of the Russian Federation. Medvedev, who is currently the Deputy Head of the Russian Security Council, threatened to launch a missile attack on the International Criminal Court. Pre-Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin on XX March, in the view of the situation in Ukraine.

propaganda,rosija

Russian media state that Azovstal defender “died in the pre-trial detention centre due to drugs"

ROMAN PETRENKO – TUESDAY, 9 AUGUST 2022, 12:16 Kremlin publication TASS has reported that, allegedly, one of the Ukrainian soldiers who left Azovstal "died in a pre-trial detention centre due to drugs". Source: TASS with reference to sources among the militants Details: It is reported that an Azovstal defender, a fighter of the Vedmedi [Bears – ed.] Motorised Infantry Battalion, has died. According to the theory of the propagandists, the Ukrainian military man "became addicted to drugs, which provoked complications of chronic diseases, and then his death in a pre-trial detention centre". The militants also said that the "case" against the fighter will be closed, but his "testimony will be taken into account by the court". Why this is important: The Russians are trying their best to denigrate the Azovstal defenders in front of their audience, so they are making up various stories about "nationalists", "drug addicts" and "criminals". Also, the Kremlin, through propaganda and officially through its Ministry of Defence, calls the Ukrainian military "neo-Nazis". Even in this news item, they added SS to Vedmedi to show alleged affiliation with Germany during World War II. The SS has no relation to the Vedmedi, at least after they entered the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The photo in the headline is of their coats of arms and there is no mention of the SS. Background: On the morning of 29 July, Russian-aligned propaganda media reported the shelling of a prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners were being held. Russia claimed that at least 53 prisoners were killed. The Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Ministry of Defence, the Security Service of Ukraine and the Human Rights Commissioner in the Verkhovna Rada [Ukrainian Parliament – ed.] demanded that the UN and the ICRC, which acted as guarantors of the lives and health of Ukrainian soldiers, send their representatives to the prison camp. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Russian media state that Azovstal defender “died in the pre-trial detention centre due to drugs"

ROMAN PETRENKO – TUESDAY, X AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX Kremlin publication TASS has reported that, allegedly, one of the Ukrainian soldiers who left Azovstal "died in a pre-trial detention centre due to drugs". Source: TASS with reference to sources among the militants Details: It is reported that an Azovstal defender, a fighter of the Vedmedi [Bears – ed.] Motorised Infantry Battalion, has died. According to the theory of the propagandists, the Ukrainian military man "became addicted to drugs, which provoked complications of chronic diseases, and then his death in a pre-trial detention centre". The militants also said that the "case" against the fighter will be closed, but his "testimony will be taken into account by the court". Why this is important: The Russians are trying their best to denigrate the Azovstal defenders in front of their audience, so they are making up various stories about "nationalists", "drug addicts" and "criminals". Also, the Kremlin, through propaganda and officially through its Ministry of Defence, calls the Ukrainian military "neo-Nazis". Even in this news item, they added SS to Vedmedi to show alleged affiliation with Germany during World War II. The SS has no relation to the Vedmedi, at least after they entered the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The photo in the headline is of their coats of arms and there is no mention of the SS. Background: On the morning of XX July, Russian-aligned propaganda media reported the shelling of a prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners were being held. Russia claimed that at least XX prisoners were killed. The Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Ministry of Defence, the Security Service of Ukraine and the Human Rights Commissioner in the Verkhovna Rada [Ukrainian Parliament – ed.] demanded that the UN and the ICRC, which acted as guarantors of the lives and health of Ukrainian soldiers, send their representatives to the prison camp. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

cyprus,kuleba,es,mzs

Kuleba discusses sanctions and Ukraine's accession to EU with new Cypriot Foreign Minister

Dmytro Kuleba, the Foreign Minister of Ukraine, had a telephone conversation with Constantinos Kombos, the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus. Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on Twitter, as European Pravda reports Details: According to the ministry, the Ukrainian and Cypriot diplomats discussed President Zelenskyy's Peace Formula, EU sanctions against Russia, responsibility of Russia and its leadership for crimes in Ukraine, as well as Ukraine's integration into the EU. Kuleba also thanked Cyprus for its solidarity with Ukraine. Background: Nikos Christodoulides, the former Foreign Minister of Cyprus, won the presidential elections in February. On 13 February, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had his first telephone conversation with him.

Kuleba discusses sanctions and Ukraine's accession to EU with new Cypriot Foreign Minister

Dmytro Kuleba, the Foreign Minister of Ukraine, had a telephone conversation with Constantinos Kombos, the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus. Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on Twitter, as European Pravda reports Details: According to the ministry, the Ukrainian and Cypriot diplomats discussed President Zelenskyy's Peace Formula, EU sanctions against Russia, responsibility of Russia and its leadership for crimes in Ukraine, as well as Ukraine's integration into the EU. Kuleba also thanked Cyprus for its solidarity with Ukraine. Background: Nikos Christodoulides, the former Foreign Minister of Cyprus, won the presidential elections in February. On XX February, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had his first telephone conversation with him.

vijna,mikolajivska-oblast

Ukrainian air defence brings down 2 Russian missiles over Mykolaiv Oblast

TUESDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2022, 01:11 Ukrainian air defence systems have brought down two Russian guided air-to-surface missiles in the skies over Mykolaiv Oblast. Source: Air Command Pivden (South) on Facebook Quote: "Around 19:00 on 5 September Air Command Pivden’s air defence personnel and equipment destroyed two guided air-to-surface missiles in the skies over Mykolaiv Oblast."

Ukrainian air defence brings down X Russian missiles over Mykolaiv Oblast

TUESDAY, X SEPTEMBER XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainian air defence systems have brought down two Russian guided air-to-surface missiles in the skies over Mykolaiv Oblast. Source: Air Command Pivden (South) on Facebook Quote: "Around XX:XX on X September Air Command Pivden’s air defence personnel and equipment destroyed two guided air-to-surface missiles in the skies over Mykolaiv Oblast."

rosija,moldova,vijna,ukrajina

For the first time, Moldova's pro-Russian faction declared that Russia is responsible for the war in Ukraine

Vlad Batrîncea, the head of the Bloc of Communists and Socialists of the Republic of Moldova, which includes the Party of Socialists of Moldovan ex-president Igor Dodon, said for the first time that Russia is responsible for the full-scale war in Ukraine. Source: NewsMaker, European Pravda Details: In an interview with the Moldovan publication Vocea Basarabiei, Batrîncea said that the socialists spoke out against the war in Ukraine from the very beginning, showing a "responsible and wise position", given the "vulnerability of Moldova during the war between the two great powers of the world". "What is happening in Ukraine is a tragedy. The war must be stopped! There is too much talk about weapons! I see a dynamic that scares me because there is too much talk about the continuation of the war. There are great powers in the world that have experience in solving and freezing conflicts," he said. When asked whether Russia is to blame for what is currently happening in Ukraine, the leader of the Moldovan communist faction answered in the affirmative. "Russia is to blame for this war, and other politicians and important countries of the world are responsible for this war. I am talking about those who fuel militaristic rhetoric in every possible way," he said. Vlad Batrîncea was the head of the Party of Socialists until April of this year, but then he headed the Bloc of Communists and Socialists in the parliament, ceding his position to Igor Dodon. As NewsMaker notes, in general, Moldovan socialists refrained from blaming Russia for the events in Ukraine. Back in May, when asked by a journalist whether he considered Putin a war criminal, Dodon answered: "I believe that Putin is a statesman and a patriot of his country".

For the first time, Moldova's pro-Russian faction declared that Russia is responsible for the war in Ukraine

Vlad Batrîncea, the head of the Bloc of Communists and Socialists of the Republic of Moldova, which includes the Party of Socialists of Moldovan ex-president Igor Dodon, said for the first time that Russia is responsible for the full-scale war in Ukraine. Source: NewsMaker, European Pravda Details: In an interview with the Moldovan publication Vocea Basarabiei, Batrîncea said that the socialists spoke out against the war in Ukraine from the very beginning, showing a "responsible and wise position", given the "vulnerability of Moldova during the war between the two great powers of the world". "What is happening in Ukraine is a tragedy. The war must be stopped! There is too much talk about weapons! I see a dynamic that scares me because there is too much talk about the continuation of the war. There are great powers in the world that have experience in solving and freezing conflicts," he said. When asked whether Russia is to blame for what is currently happening in Ukraine, the leader of the Moldovan communist faction answered in the affirmative. "Russia is to blame for this war, and other politicians and important countries of the world are responsible for this war. I am talking about those who fuel militaristic rhetoric in every possible way," he said. Vlad Batrîncea was the head of the Party of Socialists until April of this year, but then he headed the Bloc of Communists and Socialists in the parliament, ceding his position to Igor Dodon. As NewsMaker notes, in general, Moldovan socialists refrained from blaming Russia for the events in Ukraine. Back in May, when asked by a journalist whether he considered Putin a war criminal, Dodon answered: "I believe that Putin is a statesman and a patriot of his country".

ssha,zbroja,ukrajina

US to send guided bombs with range over 70 km to Ukraine

The US is providing Ukraine with long-range GPS-guided bombs that are capable of hitting targets 72 kilometres away. Source: Bloomberg citing industry officials Details: The Pentagon has not formally acknowledged that it is sending the modified version of Boeing’s Joint Direct Attack Munition, saying only it would send "precision aerial munitions" as part of a US$1.85 billion package announced on 21 December. But two people familiar with the matter confirmed the weapon is the Extended-Range Jdam, known as the Jdam-ER. Those bombs are capable of hitting targets 72 kilometres (45 miles) away. Boeing is the producing company. Boeing on 20 January received a US$40.5 million order from the US Air Force under an existing Jdam contract. Background: The US Department of Defense announced the allocation of a US$460 million military aid package for Ukraine on 20 February.

US to send guided bombs with range over XX km to Ukraine

The US is providing Ukraine with long-range GPS-guided bombs that are capable of hitting targets XX kilometres away. Source: Bloomberg citing industry officials Details: The Pentagon has not formally acknowledged that it is sending the modified version of Boeing’s Joint Direct Attack Munition, saying only it would send "precision aerial munitions" as part of a US$X.XX billion package announced on XX December. But two people familiar with the matter confirmed the weapon is the Extended-Range Jdam, known as the Jdam-ER. Those bombs are capable of hitting targets XX kilometres (XX miles) away. Boeing is the producing company. Boeing on XX January received a US$XX.X million order from the US Air Force under an existing Jdam contract. Background: The US Department of Defense announced the allocation of a US$XXX million military aid package for Ukraine on XX February.

donbas,vijna,minoboroni

Ministry of Defence: Russian troops prepare to intensify offensive in eastern Ukraine

Valentyna Romanenko – Saturday, 30 April 2022, 16:37 Russia continues to regroup and reinforce units of its troops in Ukraine in preparation to intensify the eastern offensive. Source: Oleksandr Motuzianyk, spokesman for the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, during a Ukraine Media Centre briefing on 30 April According to Motuzianyk: "The enemy is conducting an offensive in the Eastern Operational Zone. The enemy’s main goal remains the same: to encircle units of Ukraine’s Defence Forces, to establish full control over the territories of the Donetsk, Luhansk, and Kherson Regions, and to ensure the stability of a land corridor to the occupied territory of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea." Details: Motuzianyk noted that Russian troops are gradually intensifying the offensive in the east of Ukraine on all fronts at once. They are most active on the Slobozhanskyi and Donetsk fronts. In addition, there are indications – such as certain preparatory measures undertaken by Russian troops – that Russia is getting ready to further intensify hostilities. For example, Russian troops are freeing up hospital beds in Balakliia Central District Hospital and have set up an additional field hospital. Meanwhile, additional refrigerated chambers for storing the bodies of military personnel killed in battle have been installed at the military hospital in the Russian city of Rostov-na-Donu.

Ministry of Defence: Russian troops prepare to intensify offensive in eastern Ukraine

Valentyna Romanenko – Saturday, XX April XXXX, XX:XX Russia continues to regroup and reinforce units of its troops in Ukraine in preparation to intensify the eastern offensive. Source: Oleksandr Motuzianyk, spokesman for the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, during a Ukraine Media Centre briefing on XX April According to Motuzianyk: "The enemy is conducting an offensive in the Eastern Operational Zone. The enemy’s main goal remains the same: to encircle units of Ukraine’s Defence Forces, to establish full control over the territories of the Donetsk, Luhansk, and Kherson Regions, and to ensure the stability of a land corridor to the occupied territory of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea." Details: Motuzianyk noted that Russian troops are gradually intensifying the offensive in the east of Ukraine on all fronts at once. They are most active on the Slobozhanskyi and Donetsk fronts. In addition, there are indications – such as certain preparatory measures undertaken by Russian troops – that Russia is getting ready to further intensify hostilities. For example, Russian troops are freeing up hospital beds in Balakliia Central District Hospital and have set up an additional field hospital. Meanwhile, additional refrigerated chambers for storing the bodies of military personnel killed in battle have been installed at the military hospital in the Russian city of Rostov-na-Donu.

luganska-oblast,rosija,549aaf4151bd3,vijna

Russia transfers 400 more conscripts from Belarus to Luhansk

The Russians are transferring another 400 trained conscripts from Belarus to Luhansk. The last time new conscripts were dispatched to the areas closest to the oblast was on 10 January. Source: Belaruski Hajun, an independent Belarusian military monitoring media outlet Details: According to the monitoring media, an echelon of conscripts trained at Belarusian training grounds was dispatched from the railway station Chepino, Vitebsk Oblast, on 11 January. The echelon consists of 48 cars, specifically, 8 passenger cars that can accommodate 400 people, 3 cargo cars with equipment, and 37 platform-cars with wheeled and tracked equipment. The echelon is due to arrive at the Rossosh railway station in Voronezh Oblast on 15 January. This station is located 50 kilometres from Luhansk Oblast.Background: On 10 January, an echelon with trained conscripts of Russian Armed Forces and military equipment arrived in Russia from Belarus. The arrival station is located less than 100 km away from the predominantly occupied Luhansk oblast of Ukraine. On 12 January, the Ministry of Defence of Belarus reported that a commission of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation headed by the commander-in-chief of the ground forces, Oleg Salyukov, had arrived in Belarus to inspect the military. British intelligence reported that fierce battle had been ongoing near Soledar (Donetsk Oblast) and Kreminna (Luhansk Oblast) for the past two days where the Russian Federation had reinforced its defence with paratroopers.

Russia transfers XXX more conscripts from Belarus to Luhansk

The Russians are transferring another XXX trained conscripts from Belarus to Luhansk. The last time new conscripts were dispatched to the areas closest to the oblast was on XX January. Source: Belaruski Hajun, an independent Belarusian military monitoring media outlet Details: According to the monitoring media, an echelon of conscripts trained at Belarusian training grounds was dispatched from the railway station Chepino, Vitebsk Oblast, on XX January. The echelon consists of XX cars, specifically, X passenger cars that can accommodate XXX people, X cargo cars with equipment, and XX platform-cars with wheeled and tracked equipment. The echelon is due to arrive at the Rossosh railway station in Voronezh Oblast on XX January. This station is located XX kilometres from Luhansk Oblast.Background: On XX January, an echelon with trained conscripts of Russian Armed Forces and military equipment arrived in Russia from Belarus. The arrival station is located less than XXX km away from the predominantly occupied Luhansk oblast of Ukraine. On XX January, the Ministry of Defence of Belarus reported that a commission of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation headed by the commander-in-chief of the ground forces, Oleg Salyukov, had arrived in Belarus to inspect the military. British intelligence reported that fierce battle had been ongoing near Soledar (Donetsk Oblast) and Kreminna (Luhansk Oblast) for the past two days where the Russian Federation had reinforced its defence with paratroopers.

zelensky,rosija,moldova

Zelenskyy believes Russian attack on Moldova possible

Evropeyska Pravda — Saturday, 23 April 2022, 21:39 According to Ukraine’s information, a Russian attack on Moldova, with cities being surrounded and blockaded, is possible. This was alleged by President Zelenskyy during his press conference on the night of 23 April, reports Evropeyska Pravda correspondent. "As to Transnistria and Moldova – can the same thing happen as in Mariupol? Yes, it can. A difficult situation, the amassing of equipment, thousands of tanks," he said. The president did not cite data that could support this claim. However, it is evident that the Russian army is currently advancing in the south of Ukraine. He believes that the advance can be stopped only with armed resistance: "I do not believe that these people will stop (of their own accord)." The president added that Russia’s aim appeared to be to establish an "overland corridor". Earlier, Moldovan authorities called the Russian ambassador for explanations in connection with statements on "a corridor to Transnistria." Transnistria is a Russian-occupied, unrecognised breakaway state internationally considered part of Moldova, where Russian troops have been stationed since the early 1990s. Since 2014, these troops have not had stable connections with Russia and have had difficulties getting supplies. See also Moldovan threat and watch the video exploring whether Russia could attack Ukraine from the territory of Transnistria.

Zelenskyy believes Russian attack on Moldova possible

Evropeyska Pravda — Saturday, XX April XXXX, XX:XX According to Ukraine’s information, a Russian attack on Moldova, with cities being surrounded and blockaded, is possible. This was alleged by President Zelenskyy during his press conference on the night of XX April, reports Evropeyska Pravda correspondent. "As to Transnistria and Moldova – can the same thing happen as in Mariupol? Yes, it can. A difficult situation, the amassing of equipment, thousands of tanks," he said. The president did not cite data that could support this claim. However, it is evident that the Russian army is currently advancing in the south of Ukraine. He believes that the advance can be stopped only with armed resistance: "I do not believe that these people will stop (of their own accord)." The president added that Russia’s aim appeared to be to establish an "overland corridor". Earlier, Moldovan authorities called the Russian ambassador for explanations in connection with statements on "a corridor to Transnistria." Transnistria is a Russian-occupied, unrecognised breakaway state internationally considered part of Moldova, where Russian troops have been stationed since the early XXXXs. Since XXXX, these troops have not had stable connections with Russia and have had difficulties getting supplies. See also Moldovan threat and watch the video exploring whether Russia could attack Ukraine from the territory of Transnistria.

vijna,bezpilotnyky

Several groups of Russian UAVs enter Ukraine, air defence deployed in Khmelnytskyi Oblast

Several groups of Russian kamikaze drones have entered Ukraine and are moving across its territory; air defence was deployed in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Source: Ukraine's Air Force on Telegram Details: The first report that the UAVs were on the territory of Ukraine emerged at 18:37. The Air Force reported at 19:26 that groups of attack UAVs had entered the airspace of Poltava Oblast from Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, heading northwest, and several more groups were seen over Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. "Poltava, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv oblasts face the threat of attack UAVs," the statement said. Several more groups are over Kherson and Mykolaiv oblasts, heading west/northwest. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military issued a warning about the threat of ballistic missile attacks in Sumy, Poltava, Donetsk and Kharkiv oblasts. The Air Force also added that the existing air-raid warning in Kharkiv Oblast stemmed from Russian tactical aircraft activity. There is a threat of aircraft weaponry deployment. Updated: As of 19:51, the attack drones were moving as follows: UAVs over Kirovohrad Oblast were heading towards Cherkasy Oblast; UAVs over Mykolaiv Oblast were heading towards Kirovohrad and Odesa oblasts; UAVs over Poltava and Dnipro oblasts were heading northwest. Several groups of Russian kamikaze drones have entered Ukraine and are moving across its territory; air defence has been deployed in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Source: Ukraine's Air Force on Telegram Details: The first report that the UAVs were on the territory of Ukraine emerged at 18:37. The Air Force reported at 19:26 that groups of attack UAVs had entered the airspace of Poltava Oblast from Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, heading northwest, and several more groups were seen over Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. "Poltava, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv oblasts face the threat of attack UAVs," the statement said. Several more groups are over Kherson and Mykolaiv oblasts, heading west/northwest. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military issued a warning about the threat of ballistic missile attacks in Sumy, Poltava, Donetsk and Kharkiv oblasts. The Air Force also added that the existing air-raid warning in Kharkiv Oblast stemmed from Russian tactical aircraft activity. There is a threat of aircraft weaponry deployment. Updated: As of 19:51, the attack drones were moving as follows: UAVs over Kirovohrad Oblast were heading towards Cherkasy Oblast; UAVs over Mykolaiv Oblast were heading towards Kirovohrad and Odesa oblasts; UAVs over Poltava and Dnipro oblasts were heading northwest. Updated: As of 20:30, groups of attack UAVs are moving from Cherkasy Oblast towards Kyiv Oblast; north/northwest from Odesa Oblast; north/northwest towards Cherkasy Oblast from Kirovohrad Oblast; and from Cherkasy Oblast towards Kyiv Oblast via the town of Pereiaslav. "Cherkasy, take cover! UAVs over the city area," Ukraine's Air Force stressed. An air-raid warning has been announced in many oblasts of Ukraine, from the country's south to the north through the centre. Updated: As of 20:58, the movement of attack UAVs was as follows: in Vinnytsia Oblast (Ladyzhyn/Tulchyn), they headed in the northwards; in Kyiv Oblast (Bila Tserkva), they flew westwards, and another group of attack UAVs was heading from Kherson Oblast to Mykolaiv Oblast. Updated: At 21:30, Ukraine’s Air Force reported that groups of assault UAVs launched from Kherson Oblast were flying through Mykolaiv Oblast in the direction of Kirovohrad Oblast. Several groups of drones were recorded moving from the northern and southern areas of Vinnytsia Oblast in the direction of Khmelnytskyi Oblast. As a result, the Air Force warned that the threat of Shahed-type drones existed in all areas where an air-raid alarm had been issued. Updated: As of 23:01, the air-raid alarm persists in Vinnytsia, Khmelnytskyi and Ternopil oblasts. The Air Force reported that the Shahed attack UAVs spotted in Vinnytsia Oblast were heading for Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Updated: As of 24:00 on 28-29 November, the all-clear has been given in all regions except Khmelnytskyi Oblast, where air defence forces are still on high alert, as reported by local authorities.

Several groups of Russian UAVs enter Ukraine, air defence deployed in Khmelnytskyi Oblast

Several groups of Russian kamikaze drones have entered Ukraine and are moving across its territory; air defence was deployed in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Source: Ukraine's Air Force on Telegram Details: The first report that the UAVs were on the territory of Ukraine emerged at XX:XX. The Air Force reported at XX:XX that groups of attack UAVs had entered the airspace of Poltava Oblast from Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, heading northwest, and several more groups were seen over Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. "Poltava, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv oblasts face the threat of attack UAVs," the statement said. Several more groups are over Kherson and Mykolaiv oblasts, heading west/northwest. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military issued a warning about the threat of ballistic missile attacks in Sumy, Poltava, Donetsk and Kharkiv oblasts. The Air Force also added that the existing air-raid warning in Kharkiv Oblast stemmed from Russian tactical aircraft activity. There is a threat of aircraft weaponry deployment. Updated: As of XX:XX, the attack drones were moving as follows: UAVs over Kirovohrad Oblast were heading towards Cherkasy Oblast; UAVs over Mykolaiv Oblast were heading towards Kirovohrad and Odesa oblasts; UAVs over Poltava and Dnipro oblasts were heading northwest. Several groups of Russian kamikaze drones have entered Ukraine and are moving across its territory; air defence has been deployed in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Source: Ukraine's Air Force on Telegram Details: The first report that the UAVs were on the territory of Ukraine emerged at XX:XX. The Air Force reported at XX:XX that groups of attack UAVs had entered the airspace of Poltava Oblast from Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, heading northwest, and several more groups were seen over Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. "Poltava, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv oblasts face the threat of attack UAVs," the statement said. Several more groups are over Kherson and Mykolaiv oblasts, heading west/northwest. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military issued a warning about the threat of ballistic missile attacks in Sumy, Poltava, Donetsk and Kharkiv oblasts. The Air Force also added that the existing air-raid warning in Kharkiv Oblast stemmed from Russian tactical aircraft activity. There is a threat of aircraft weaponry deployment. Updated: As of XX:XX, the attack drones were moving as follows: UAVs over Kirovohrad Oblast were heading towards Cherkasy Oblast; UAVs over Mykolaiv Oblast were heading towards Kirovohrad and Odesa oblasts; UAVs over Poltava and Dnipro oblasts were heading northwest. Updated: As of XX:XX, groups of attack UAVs are moving from Cherkasy Oblast towards Kyiv Oblast; north/northwest from Odesa Oblast; north/northwest towards Cherkasy Oblast from Kirovohrad Oblast; and from Cherkasy Oblast towards Kyiv Oblast via the town of Pereiaslav. "Cherkasy, take cover! UAVs over the city area," Ukraine's Air Force stressed. An air-raid warning has been announced in many oblasts of Ukraine, from the country's south to the north through the centre. Updated: As of XX:XX, the movement of attack UAVs was as follows: in Vinnytsia Oblast (Ladyzhyn/Tulchyn), they headed in the northwards; in Kyiv Oblast (Bila Tserkva), they flew westwards, and another group of attack UAVs was heading from Kherson Oblast to Mykolaiv Oblast. Updated: At XX:XX, Ukraine’s Air Force reported that groups of assault UAVs launched from Kherson Oblast were flying through Mykolaiv Oblast in the direction of Kirovohrad Oblast. Several groups of drones were recorded moving from the northern and southern areas of Vinnytsia Oblast in the direction of Khmelnytskyi Oblast. As a result, the Air Force warned that the threat of Shahed-type drones existed in all areas where an air-raid alarm had been issued. Updated: As of XX:XX, the air-raid alarm persists in Vinnytsia, Khmelnytskyi and Ternopil oblasts. The Air Force reported that the Shahed attack UAVs spotted in Vinnytsia Oblast were heading for Khmelnytskyi Oblast. Updated: As of XX:XX on XX-XX November, the all-clear has been given in all regions except Khmelnytskyi Oblast, where air defence forces are still on high alert, as reported by local authorities.

odeska-oblast,rosija,vijna,obstril

Russian Defence Ministry claims "terrorist attacks against Russia" were being prepared in Odesa

The Russian Defence Ministry has reported that at night they conducted strikes using "high-precision" weapons allegedly on facilities "where terrorist acts against the Russian Federation were being prepared with the use of unmanned boats". Source: Kremlin-aligned news agency RIA Novosti, citing the Russian Defence Ministry Details: According to the Russian Defence Ministry, in Odesa city and its oblast, "terrorist acts against the Russian Federation were being prepared with the use of unmanned boats, as well as their production sites in Odesa Oblast". In addition, the Russians as ever added that there were "foreign mercenaries" at the facilities. Background: The Ukrainian Air Force reported that the Russian forces fired 19 missiles of various types, including five Oniks cruise missiles, on Odesa Oblast overnight on 22-23 July. Ukrainian air defence forces have shot down nine missiles. As a result of a nighttime Russian missile attack on Odesa, six houses, two architectural monuments and a church were destroyed.

Russian Defence Ministry claims "terrorist attacks against Russia" were being prepared in Odesa

The Russian Defence Ministry has reported that at night they conducted strikes using "high-precision" weapons allegedly on facilities "where terrorist acts against the Russian Federation were being prepared with the use of unmanned boats". Source: Kremlin-aligned news agency RIA Novosti, citing the Russian Defence Ministry Details: According to the Russian Defence Ministry, in Odesa city and its oblast, "terrorist acts against the Russian Federation were being prepared with the use of unmanned boats, as well as their production sites in Odesa Oblast". In addition, the Russians as ever added that there were "foreign mercenaries" at the facilities. Background: The Ukrainian Air Force reported that the Russian forces fired XX missiles of various types, including five Oniks cruise missiles, on Odesa Oblast overnight on XX-XX July. Ukrainian air defence forces have shot down nine missiles. As a result of a nighttime Russian missile attack on Odesa, six houses, two architectural monuments and a church were destroyed.

armija,rosija,prizov

Russia wants to bring back 2 years of military service

The Federation Council [the upper chamber of the Russian Parliament - ed.] has decided to hold consultations with law enforcement agencies regarding bringing back two-year service in the army. Source: Russian state-owned news agency RIA Novosti (RIA News) Details: It has been reported that Mikhail Sheremet, the so-called member of the State Duma [lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia - ed.] from Crimea, has proposed that the term of service in the army be increased to two years. According to Sheremet, this is a necessary measure that should be introduced as soon as possible. Viktor Bondarev, Head of the Federation Council Committee on Defence and Security, also called for the return of the two-year term of conscription in Russia; the committee will hold consultations on this issue with law enforcement agencies.Quote from Bondarev: "Of course, I support this. It is necessary to introduce a two-year term of [conscription - ed.] service. I welcome this proposal and I think it is absolutely right. I think we [Federation Council Committee - ed.] will consult with the Ministry of Defence, and other law enforcement agencies, where conscription is envisaged. I think it will all be supported; we have no other choice." Details: According to Bondarev, nowadays technology is improving, the world is moving forward, the Russian Armed Forces are being supplied with new systems and new equipment, and "it is impossible to learn how to use them in one year". At the same time, Bondarev could not predict the time frame in which such a decision could be made. He also believes that service on the ships of the Russian Navy should also last for two years. Previously, conscripts served in the ground forces for two years and in the Navy for three years.

Russia wants to bring back X years of military service

The Federation Council [the upper chamber of the Russian Parliament - ed.] has decided to hold consultations with law enforcement agencies regarding bringing back two-year service in the army. Source: Russian state-owned news agency RIA Novosti (RIA News) Details: It has been reported that Mikhail Sheremet, the so-called member of the State Duma [lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia - ed.] from Crimea, has proposed that the term of service in the army be increased to two years. According to Sheremet, this is a necessary measure that should be introduced as soon as possible. Viktor Bondarev, Head of the Federation Council Committee on Defence and Security, also called for the return of the two-year term of conscription in Russia; the committee will hold consultations on this issue with law enforcement agencies.Quote from Bondarev: "Of course, I support this. It is necessary to introduce a two-year term of [conscription - ed.] service. I welcome this proposal and I think it is absolutely right. I think we [Federation Council Committee - ed.] will consult with the Ministry of Defence, and other law enforcement agencies, where conscription is envisaged. I think it will all be supported; we have no other choice." Details: According to Bondarev, nowadays technology is improving, the world is moving forward, the Russian Armed Forces are being supplied with new systems and new equipment, and "it is impossible to learn how to use them in one year". At the same time, Bondarev could not predict the time frame in which such a decision could be made. He also believes that service on the ships of the Russian Navy should also last for two years. Previously, conscripts served in the ground forces for two years and in the Navy for three years.

rumunija,avia

Training F-16 fighter jets for Ukrainians to arrive in Romania in 2 weeks – Dutch PM

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, and Mark Rutte, acting Prime Minister of the Netherlands, have had a conference call dedicated to Ukraine’s defence needs, European security and the situation in the Middle East. Source: Zelenskyy and Rutte on Twitter, as reported by European Pravda Mark Rutte assured Zelenskyy that the Netherlands will continue supporting Ukraine, and the escalation in the Middle East will not become an obstacle. Quote by Rutte: "I was also able to inform President Zelensky that the F-16s the Netherlands pledged in order to strengthen Ukrainian air defences will arrive at the training centre in Romania in two weeks’ time. That means that the training courses for the Ukrainian pilots who will fly them can start shortly." The sides have also discussed the issue of the export of Ukrainian grain through the Black Sea ports and the participation of the Netherlands in investigating the war crimes of Russia. In turn, Zelenskyy has noted the implementation of earlier agreements between Kyiv and Amsterdam concerning the additional missiles for the Patriot systems, preparation for the supply of F-16s and patrol boats, as well as long-term financial support. "I urged the EU to speed up work on the 12th package of sanctions against Russia, as well as an effective mechanism for transferring earnings from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine," the Ukrainian President tweeted. The two leaders also agreed that preventing further escalation and a larger war is in the best interests of the world community, and that Ukraine is prepared to make every effort, as reported by Zelenskyy. Background: In the middle of October, Rutte arrived on an unannounced visit to the city of Odesa where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and promised that Ukraine would receive additional missiles for the Patriot anti-aircraft system and speedboats. Moreover, recently Ukraine has initiated bilateral talks about the security guarantees with the Netherlands.

Training F-XX fighter jets for Ukrainians to arrive in Romania in X weeks – Dutch PM

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, and Mark Rutte, acting Prime Minister of the Netherlands, have had a conference call dedicated to Ukraine’s defence needs, European security and the situation in the Middle East. Source: Zelenskyy and Rutte on Twitter, as reported by European Pravda Mark Rutte assured Zelenskyy that the Netherlands will continue supporting Ukraine, and the escalation in the Middle East will not become an obstacle. Quote by Rutte: "I was also able to inform President Zelensky that the F-XXs the Netherlands pledged in order to strengthen Ukrainian air defences will arrive at the training centre in Romania in two weeks’ time. That means that the training courses for the Ukrainian pilots who will fly them can start shortly." The sides have also discussed the issue of the export of Ukrainian grain through the Black Sea ports and the participation of the Netherlands in investigating the war crimes of Russia. In turn, Zelenskyy has noted the implementation of earlier agreements between Kyiv and Amsterdam concerning the additional missiles for the Patriot systems, preparation for the supply of F-XXs and patrol boats, as well as long-term financial support. "I urged the EU to speed up work on the XXth package of sanctions against Russia, as well as an effective mechanism for transferring earnings from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine," the Ukrainian President tweeted. The two leaders also agreed that preventing further escalation and a larger war is in the best interests of the world community, and that Ukraine is prepared to make every effort, as reported by Zelenskyy. Background: In the middle of October, Rutte arrived on an unannounced visit to the city of Odesa where he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and promised that Ukraine would receive additional missiles for the Patriot anti-aircraft system and speedboats. Moreover, recently Ukraine has initiated bilateral talks about the security guarantees with the Netherlands.

rosija,kijivska-oblast,vijna

Ukrainian artillerymen struck the Russian command post near Kyiv

Wednesday, 16 March 2022, 21:10 Ukrainian artillerymen struck the command post and support facility of the 35th Army of the Eastern Military District of the Russian Armed Forces near Kyiv. Source: Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, General Valery Zaluzhnyy, on Facebook Quote: "Our artillerymen ‘arranged’ the command post and support facility of the 35th Army of the Eastern District of the Russian Armed Forces on the ‘highway to hell’ near Kyiv."

Ukrainian artillerymen struck the Russian command post near Kyiv

Wednesday, XX March XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainian artillerymen struck the command post and support facility of the XXth Army of the Eastern Military District of the Russian Armed Forces near Kyiv. Source: Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, General Valery Zaluzhnyy, on Facebook Quote: "Our artillerymen ‘arranged’ the command post and support facility of the XXth Army of the Eastern District of the Russian Armed Forces on the ‘highway to hell’ near Kyiv."

vijna,mikolajiv

Mykolaiv attack: 9 rockets damage hotel, shopping mall and schools

IRYNA BALACHUK – THURSDAY, 14 JULY 2022, 09:11 During an attack on the city of Mykolaiv on the morning of Thursday, 14 July, Russian rockets hit a hotel in the city centre and damaged the building of a shopping and entertainment mall, two educational establishments and other public facilities. Source: Oleksandr Sienkevych, mayor of Mykolaiv, on Telegram; Mykolaiv Oblast Military Administration on Telegram Quote from Sienkevych: "City centre. Mykolaiv Hotel. The building of the shopping and entertainment mall across from it was also damaged by the shock wave and debris." Details: The mayor added that municipal workers are working at the site of the attack. They have already cleared the road from debris to allow cars to pass through. The rest of the surrounding area is currently being cleared from the rubble, too. According to the Mykolaiv Oblast Military Administration, Russian occupying forces fired 9 rockets on the city, damaging two educational establishments and a transport infrastructure facility. One person was injured. Earlier: On the morning of 14 July, Sienkevych reported that explosions were heard during an air-raid siren in Mykolaiv, and that Russian forces have once again targeted a number of civilian objects in the city.

Mykolaiv attack: X rockets damage hotel, shopping mall and schools

IRYNA BALACHUK – THURSDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX During an attack on the city of Mykolaiv on the morning of Thursday, XX July, Russian rockets hit a hotel in the city centre and damaged the building of a shopping and entertainment mall, two educational establishments and other public facilities. Source: Oleksandr Sienkevych, mayor of Mykolaiv, on Telegram; Mykolaiv Oblast Military Administration on Telegram Quote from Sienkevych: "City centre. Mykolaiv Hotel. The building of the shopping and entertainment mall across from it was also damaged by the shock wave and debris." Details: The mayor added that municipal workers are working at the site of the attack. They have already cleared the road from debris to allow cars to pass through. The rest of the surrounding area is currently being cleared from the rubble, too. According to the Mykolaiv Oblast Military Administration, Russian occupying forces fired X rockets on the city, damaging two educational establishments and a transport infrastructure facility. One person was injured. Earlier: On the morning of XX July, Sienkevych reported that explosions were heard during an air-raid siren in Mykolaiv, and that Russian forces have once again targeted a number of civilian objects in the city.

donetsk-region,vijna

Resistance-adjusted precise hit by Ukrainian troops kills over 100 Russian invaders in Donetsk Oblast

On 12 December, thanks to information from the Ukrainian resistance, Ukraine’s Armed Forces killed over a hundred Russian invaders in the temporarily occupied city of Horlivka, Donetsk Oblast. Source: National Resistance Center (NRC) Quote from NRC: "The operation became possible thanks to the coordination of the resistance and the Armed Forces. The military received data on the location of the occupiers’ personnel and their equipment. As a result, Ukrainian forces conducted the operation using the coordinates. According to preliminary data, over 100 enemy personnel and equipment were destroyed." Details: The NRC stressed that each such strike reduces Russia’s offensive potential and brings Ukraine's victory closer. The Resistance urges anyone who has information regarding the location of Russian storage points or command posts to anonymously report the coordinates via the link. The NRC also notes that the hunt for Wagnerites [members of the infamous Wagner Group, a Russian PMC involved in many modern conflicts – ed.] continues.

Resistance-adjusted precise hit by Ukrainian troops kills over XXX Russian invaders in Donetsk Oblast

On XX December, thanks to information from the Ukrainian resistance, Ukraine’s Armed Forces killed over a hundred Russian invaders in the temporarily occupied city of Horlivka, Donetsk Oblast. Source: National Resistance Center (NRC) Quote from NRC: "The operation became possible thanks to the coordination of the resistance and the Armed Forces. The military received data on the location of the occupiers’ personnel and their equipment. As a result, Ukrainian forces conducted the operation using the coordinates. According to preliminary data, over XXX enemy personnel and equipment were destroyed." Details: The NRC stressed that each such strike reduces Russia’s offensive potential and brings Ukraine's victory closer. The Resistance urges anyone who has information regarding the location of Russian storage points or command posts to anonymously report the coordinates via the link. The NRC also notes that the hunt for Wagnerites [members of the infamous Wagner Group, a Russian PMC involved in many modern conflicts – ed.] continues.

zelensky,rosija,polscha,vijna

Zelenskyy: Missiles in Poland are an attack on collective security, world must act

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the fact that Russian missiles crossed into Poland constituted a significant escalation and has urged the world to act in response. Source: President Zelenskyy’s video address Quote from Zelenskyy: "Something that we have been warning everyone about for a long time has happened today. Terror is not bound by our borders. Russian missiles have struck Poland. How many times has Ukraine said that the terrorist state would not stop at our country? Missiles have been launched on NATO territory. Russia’s missiles struck collective security! This is a very significant escalation. We have to act." Details: Zelenskyy has assured Poland and Polish people that Ukraine will always support their country.

Zelenskyy: Missiles in Poland are an attack on collective security, world must act

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the fact that Russian missiles crossed into Poland constituted a significant escalation and has urged the world to act in response. Source: President Zelenskyy’s video address Quote from Zelenskyy: "Something that we have been warning everyone about for a long time has happened today. Terror is not bound by our borders. Russian missiles have struck Poland. How many times has Ukraine said that the terrorist state would not stop at our country? Missiles have been launched on NATO territory. Russia’s missiles struck collective security! This is a very significant escalation. We have to act." Details: Zelenskyy has assured Poland and Polish people that Ukraine will always support their country.

zelensky,kijivska-oblast,kultura

"Occupiers will never catch us": Zelenskyy visits museum of Ukrainian philosopher Hryhorii Skovoroda

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the museum of Hryhorii Skovoroda [a famous Ukrainian philosopher and poet – ed.] in Pereiaslav and paraphrased a famous quote by the philosopher: no matter how hard the occupiers try to catch us, they never will. Source: Zelenskyy on Telegram Quote: "Hryhorii Skovoroda Memorial Museum in Pereiaslav. There is a commemorative sign to the 300th anniversary of the birth of the Ukrainian philosopher, which was installed on the occasion of the inclusion of this date in the UNESCO Calendar of Commemorative Dates. Skovoroda's creativity remains relevant even today. Paraphrasing the most famous words of the philosopher, no matter how hard the occupiers try to catch us, they never will. We will definitely endure."

"Occupiers will never catch us": Zelenskyy visits museum of Ukrainian philosopher Hryhorii Skovoroda

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the museum of Hryhorii Skovoroda [a famous Ukrainian philosopher and poet – ed.] in Pereiaslav and paraphrased a famous quote by the philosopher: no matter how hard the occupiers try to catch us, they never will. Source: Zelenskyy on Telegram Quote: "Hryhorii Skovoroda Memorial Museum in Pereiaslav. There is a commemorative sign to the XXXth anniversary of the birth of the Ukrainian philosopher, which was installed on the occasion of the inclusion of this date in the UNESCO Calendar of Commemorative Dates. Skovoroda's creativity remains relevant even today. Paraphrasing the most famous words of the philosopher, no matter how hard the occupiers try to catch us, they never will. We will definitely endure."

rumunija,tanks,zbrojni-sili

Rheinmetall concern building hub in Romania to service Ukraine’s military equipment

Rheinmetall, a German technology group, is building a service centre in Romania to service Western military equipment that is being used in Ukraine. Source: German TV channel N-tv referencing Rheinmetall representatives Details: The Rheinmetall Group is actively working on setting up a service and logistics centre in Romania, a NATO member country, N-tv writes. Construction work for the centre is already underway on the outskirts of the city of Satu Mare, which is located near Romania’s border with Ukraine. N-tv notes that the service centre will start operating this month [April]. It is emphasised that the centre will "play a central role in maintaining the operational readiness of Western combat systems in use in Ukraine and ensuring their logistical support". According to Rheinmetall, the centre will service self-propelled howitzers, military trucks, Leopard 2 and Challenger battle tanks, Marder infantry fighting vehicles, and Fuchs armoured vehicles. "It is a key task for us at Rheinmetall to provide NATO forces as well as Ukraine with the best possible support in this critical situation," said Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger. Papperger believes that maintenance and repair of weapons supplied to Ukraine plays an important role in Ukraine’s defence against Russian aggression. In June 2022, Rheinmetall and its partner company KMW established a similar maintenance centre in Jonava, Lithuania. Previously: In the beginning of March it was reported that the Rheinmetall Group was negotiating the construction of a tank factory in Ukraine.

Rheinmetall concern building hub in Romania to service Ukraine’s military equipment

Rheinmetall, a German technology group, is building a service centre in Romania to service Western military equipment that is being used in Ukraine. Source: German TV channel N-tv referencing Rheinmetall representatives Details: The Rheinmetall Group is actively working on setting up a service and logistics centre in Romania, a NATO member country, N-tv writes. Construction work for the centre is already underway on the outskirts of the city of Satu Mare, which is located near Romania’s border with Ukraine. N-tv notes that the service centre will start operating this month [April]. It is emphasised that the centre will "play a central role in maintaining the operational readiness of Western combat systems in use in Ukraine and ensuring their logistical support". According to Rheinmetall, the centre will service self-propelled howitzers, military trucks, Leopard X and Challenger battle tanks, Marder infantry fighting vehicles, and Fuchs armoured vehicles. "It is a key task for us at Rheinmetall to provide NATO forces as well as Ukraine with the best possible support in this critical situation," said Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger. Papperger believes that maintenance and repair of weapons supplied to Ukraine plays an important role in Ukraine’s defence against Russian aggression. In June XXXX, Rheinmetall and its partner company KMW established a similar maintenance centre in Jonava, Lithuania. Previously: In the beginning of March it was reported that the Rheinmetall Group was negotiating the construction of a tank factory in Ukraine.

okupacia,azov,poloneni,ubivstvo

Occupiers record video of Volyna after Ukrainian defenders killed in Olenivka

ALONA MAZURENKO — MONDAY, 1 AUGUST 2022, 15:27 After the killing of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka, Russian occupiers forced the commander of the 36th Separate Marine Brigade, Major Serhii ‘Volyna’ Volynskyi, who is also a prisoner of the Russian Federation, to comment on the tragedy. Source: video shared by propaganda resources Details: In his response to the occupiers’ manipulative questions, Volyna hints that the Russian occupiers killed Ukrainian fighters in order to influence the psyche and morale of the captured defenders. Quote from Volyna: "A very terrible tragedy happened. From our barracks we could see a yellow light, an explosion. We heard screams. The situation is terrible, it is very difficult to find words to describe it. I think this situation will affect the psyche of the people who are in captivity, and the people who may be captured. There will be fear among those who were part of the events, and among their relatives and friends. Now our family and friends are very worried about what has happened. It is still not known for sure who died. Everyone is in shock. No-one can find an explanation, everyone is in mourning. There is silence in the barracks. A big disaster has happened. People have been through hell. To put it bluntly, everyone is waiting at home for the long-awaited freedom, and such a tragedy occurs right at the finish line." Details: The video was published by propagandist Andrey Rudenko. He specifically asked a Ukrainian military officer why Ukrainian defenders had been killed, Volyna replied that he did not understand why people who were waiting for an exchange had been killed. It is noteworthy that the propagandists filmed so that only the head of the Ukrainian soldier is seen on the video. Background: On the morning of 29 July, Russian-aligned propaganda media reported the shelling of a prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners are being held. Russia has claimed that at least 53 prisoners were killed. The General Staff of Ukraine denied the accusations of the Russian Federation that the attack was carried out by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The General Staff has reported that Russia shelled the prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, to cover up the torture and murders of Ukrainian prisoners of war. The Ukrainian Directorate of Intelligence believes that the killing of Ukrainian prisoners in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, was organised by the Wagner Group [a Russian private military company - ed.] on the personal instructions of Yevgeny Prigozhin, without coordination with the leadership of the Russian Ministry of Defence. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) later disclosed intercepted telephone conversations in which Russian occupiers confirm that Russian troops were responsible for the explosion at the prison camp in Olenivka in the building where the Ukrainian prisoners were held. Ukrainian heads of staff and the Verkhovna Rada [Ukrainian Parliament] Commissioner of Human Rights have published a joint statement demanding that the UN and the ICRC – which acted as guarantors of the lives and health of Ukrainian fighters – send their representatives to the Russian prison camp where the crime took place. The ICRC representatives said they have submitted a request and will try to reach the shelled prison camp in Olenivka where Ukrainian prisoners of war were killed. On 30 July, the Russian mass media published lists of the names of the injured and killed as a result of terrorist actions in Olenivka. However, the Azov Patronage Service reported that it could not confirm or deny these reports, and Dmytro Lubinets, the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights, said that Ukraine had not received the lists of prisoners of war killed in Olenivka. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Occupiers record video of Volyna after Ukrainian defenders killed in Olenivka

ALONA MAZURENKO — MONDAY, X AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX After the killing of Ukrainian prisoners of war in Olenivka, Russian occupiers forced the commander of the XXth Separate Marine Brigade, Major Serhii ‘Volyna’ Volynskyi, who is also a prisoner of the Russian Federation, to comment on the tragedy. Source: video shared by propaganda resources Details: In his response to the occupiers’ manipulative questions, Volyna hints that the Russian occupiers killed Ukrainian fighters in order to influence the psyche and morale of the captured defenders. Quote from Volyna: "A very terrible tragedy happened. From our barracks we could see a yellow light, an explosion. We heard screams. The situation is terrible, it is very difficult to find words to describe it. I think this situation will affect the psyche of the people who are in captivity, and the people who may be captured. There will be fear among those who were part of the events, and among their relatives and friends. Now our family and friends are very worried about what has happened. It is still not known for sure who died. Everyone is in shock. No-one can find an explanation, everyone is in mourning. There is silence in the barracks. A big disaster has happened. People have been through hell. To put it bluntly, everyone is waiting at home for the long-awaited freedom, and such a tragedy occurs right at the finish line." Details: The video was published by propagandist Andrey Rudenko. He specifically asked a Ukrainian military officer why Ukrainian defenders had been killed, Volyna replied that he did not understand why people who were waiting for an exchange had been killed. It is noteworthy that the propagandists filmed so that only the head of the Ukrainian soldier is seen on the video. Background: On the morning of XX July, Russian-aligned propaganda media reported the shelling of a prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, where Ukrainian prisoners are being held. Russia has claimed that at least XX prisoners were killed. The General Staff of Ukraine denied the accusations of the Russian Federation that the attack was carried out by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The General Staff has reported that Russia shelled the prison camp in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, to cover up the torture and murders of Ukrainian prisoners of war. The Ukrainian Directorate of Intelligence believes that the killing of Ukrainian prisoners in Olenivka, Donetsk Oblast, was organised by the Wagner Group [a Russian private military company - ed.] on the personal instructions of Yevgeny Prigozhin, without coordination with the leadership of the Russian Ministry of Defence. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) later disclosed intercepted telephone conversations in which Russian occupiers confirm that Russian troops were responsible for the explosion at the prison camp in Olenivka in the building where the Ukrainian prisoners were held. Ukrainian heads of staff and the Verkhovna Rada [Ukrainian Parliament] Commissioner of Human Rights have published a joint statement demanding that the UN and the ICRC – which acted as guarantors of the lives and health of Ukrainian fighters – send their representatives to the Russian prison camp where the crime took place. The ICRC representatives said they have submitted a request and will try to reach the shelled prison camp in Olenivka where Ukrainian prisoners of war were killed. On XX July, the Russian mass media published lists of the names of the injured and killed as a result of terrorist actions in Olenivka. However, the Azov Patronage Service reported that it could not confirm or deny these reports, and Dmytro Lubinets, the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights, said that Ukraine had not received the lists of prisoners of war killed in Olenivka. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

trivoga

Air-raid warning announced throughout Ukraine

An air-raid warning has been announced in Kyiv, as well as Ukraine's north, east and centre. Source: map of air-raid warning Details: The air-raid warning was announced in Ukraine’s capital at 16:28 and spread from the east to the northern and central regions. Update: The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in an interview with Ukrainska Pravda, stated that the large-scale air-raid warning was announced in several regions of Ukraine because a Tu-22M3 long-range bomber had taken off in Russia. At 16:41, the all-clear was given. After five minutes, another air-raid warning was announced. This air-raid alarm lasted 52 minutes. As of 18:00, the alarm was still on in Chernihiv and Sumy Oblast, as well as Luhansk Oblast and occupied Crimea.

Air-raid warning announced throughout Ukraine

An air-raid warning has been announced in Kyiv, as well as Ukraine's north, east and centre. Source: map of air-raid warning Details: The air-raid warning was announced in Ukraine’s capital at XX:XX and spread from the east to the northern and central regions. Update: The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in an interview with Ukrainska Pravda, stated that the large-scale air-raid warning was announced in several regions of Ukraine because a Tu-XXMX long-range bomber had taken off in Russia. At XX:XX, the all-clear was given. After five minutes, another air-raid warning was announced. This air-raid alarm lasted XX minutes. As of XX:XX, the alarm was still on in Chernihiv and Sumy Oblast, as well as Luhansk Oblast and occupied Crimea.

okupacia,rosija,vijna,zaporizkaoblast

Occupiers leave two villages in Zaporizhzhia Oblast after precision shelling by Ukrainian Armed Forces – Intelligence

ROMAN PETRENKO – SUNDAY, 31 JULY 2022, 15:26 The occupiers have completely withdrawn their personnel from the villages of Verkhnii Tokmak and Chernihivka in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, passing it off as rotation. Source: Chief Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine Details: After the Armed Forces of Ukraine launched an attack on the occupiers near the villages of Verkhnii Tokmak and Chernihivka in Zaporizhzhia Oblast overnight on 28 July, Russians withdrew their personnel and military equipment to other positions. Nearly 40 of those wounded have been taken to hospital near the town of Polohy. Almost all Russian units have been withdrawn from Chernihivka. There are a couple of checkpoints and no more than 100 Russian soldiers still remaining near the village. The rest of the occupiers, along with their military equipment, have been transferred to the cities of Tokmak and Berdiansk. Russians have been trying to create an impression that this is just a rotation but they have decided to leave the village and have started to mine the roads.

Occupiers leave two villages in Zaporizhzhia Oblast after precision shelling by Ukrainian Armed Forces – Intelligence

ROMAN PETRENKO – SUNDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX The occupiers have completely withdrawn their personnel from the villages of Verkhnii Tokmak and Chernihivka in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, passing it off as rotation. Source: Chief Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine Details: After the Armed Forces of Ukraine launched an attack on the occupiers near the villages of Verkhnii Tokmak and Chernihivka in Zaporizhzhia Oblast overnight on XX July, Russians withdrew their personnel and military equipment to other positions. Nearly XX of those wounded have been taken to hospital near the town of Polohy. Almost all Russian units have been withdrawn from Chernihivka. There are a couple of checkpoints and no more than XXX Russian soldiers still remaining near the village. The rest of the occupiers, along with their military equipment, have been transferred to the cities of Tokmak and Berdiansk. Russians have been trying to create an impression that this is just a rotation but they have decided to leave the village and have started to mine the roads.

vijna

Strike aviation has already carried out 1,700 group strikes against Russian forces — Ukrainian Air Force

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO — TUESDAY, 12 JULY 2022, 22:28 Ukrainian Air Force strike aircraft have carried out 1,700 group airstrikes against the occupying forces since the start of the full-scale war.. Source: Yurii Ihnat, Air Force Command spokesman in a comment to Ukrainska Pravda Quote: "A total of 1,700 group airstrikes have been carried out by [Ukrainian - ed.] strike aircraft against the positions, warehouses, equipment and manpower of the Russian occupying forces on the front lines since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion." Details: Ihnat said that Su-25 attack aircraft and Su-24M bombers, with the support of Army helicopters, were continuing to provide air support to ground troops in the southern and eastern regions of Ukraine, despite the large number of Russian air defences that the occupiers have concentrated in the temporarily occupied territories. As for the current day, the Air Force spokesman noted that Air Force strike aircraft had destroyed an ammunition depot belonging to a Russian troop grouping on the Pivdennyi Buh front. Attack aircraft and bombers also struck a cluster of weapons and military equipment on the Izium and Donetsk fronts. Up to thirty pieces of equipment belonging to the occupying forces were destroyed. At the same time, according to the Air Force, the Russian invaders launched missile strikes from the Black Sea on 12 July at around 14:30. This time, the Russians fired four Kh-31 surface-to-air missiles from Su-30 fighters. The missiles were aimed at the coastal zone of the Odesa region. The missiles failed to reach their targets. Quote: "The Air Force's anti-aircraft missile forces continue to control the airspace, keeping the occupiers' aircraft at bay. During the day, one air target was destroyed - an operational-tactical UAV, which the Russians were using to carry out aerial reconnaissance."

Strike aviation has already carried out X,XXX group strikes against Russian forces — Ukrainian Air Force

VALENTYNA ROMANENKO — TUESDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX Ukrainian Air Force strike aircraft have carried out X,XXX group airstrikes against the occupying forces since the start of the full-scale war.. Source: Yurii Ihnat, Air Force Command spokesman in a comment to Ukrainska Pravda Quote: "A total of X,XXX group airstrikes have been carried out by [Ukrainian - ed.] strike aircraft against the positions, warehouses, equipment and manpower of the Russian occupying forces on the front lines since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion." Details: Ihnat said that Su-XX attack aircraft and Su-XXM bombers, with the support of Army helicopters, were continuing to provide air support to ground troops in the southern and eastern regions of Ukraine, despite the large number of Russian air defences that the occupiers have concentrated in the temporarily occupied territories. As for the current day, the Air Force spokesman noted that Air Force strike aircraft had destroyed an ammunition depot belonging to a Russian troop grouping on the Pivdennyi Buh front. Attack aircraft and bombers also struck a cluster of weapons and military equipment on the Izium and Donetsk fronts. Up to thirty pieces of equipment belonging to the occupying forces were destroyed. At the same time, according to the Air Force, the Russian invaders launched missile strikes from the Black Sea on XX July at around XX:XX. This time, the Russians fired four Kh-XX surface-to-air missiles from Su-XX fighters. The missiles were aimed at the coastal zone of the Odesa region. The missiles failed to reach their targets. Quote: "The Air Force's anti-aircraft missile forces continue to control the airspace, keeping the occupiers' aircraft at bay. During the day, one air target was destroyed - an operational-tactical UAV, which the Russians were using to carry out aerial reconnaissance."

saakashvili,gruzija,mizhnarodna-spilnota,diplomatichni-vidnosini

Georgia will not "consult" with ambassador whom Kyiv asked to leave over Saakashvili

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia does not intend to hold consultations with Giorgi Zakarashvili, the Georgian ambassador to Ukraine who was asked by Kyiv to return to Tbilisi in connection with the situation with former Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili. Source: Ilia Darchiashvili, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, in an interview with Imedi, a Georgian TV channel Darchiashvili stressed that the Georgian embassy in Kyiv has continued its work since the ambassador's return to Tbilisi, saying that "diplomats are in place, and we will continue to work in this area". Quote: "Giorgi Zakarashvili is a person who, together with several ambassadors, did not leave Kyiv even for a day in the most difficult moments, and this decision [his departure – ed.] is unfair to him, and not even a normal way to behave," he said. The Georgian foreign minister emphasised that consultations with the ambassador, as Kyiv indicated, will not be held, and said the whole situation, in his opinion, cannot be connected with Saakashvili because even the European Court of Human Rights has no claims against the authorities. Background: After Saakashvili’s most recent court appearance, in which he looked extremely emaciated, Ukraine summoned the Georgian ambassador and asked him to return to Tbilisi "for consultations". Irakli Kobakhidze, chairman of the ruling Georgian Dream party, was outraged by Zelenskyy's reaction, but at the same time, he stressed that Tbilisi wants to "remain friendly" with the Ukrainian authorities. Saakashvili has been in custody ever since his secret return to Georgia ahead of the 2021 local elections, and recently his health has significantly deteriorated.

Georgia will not "consult" with ambassador whom Kyiv asked to leave over Saakashvili

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia does not intend to hold consultations with Giorgi Zakarashvili, the Georgian ambassador to Ukraine who was asked by Kyiv to return to Tbilisi in connection with the situation with former Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili. Source: Ilia Darchiashvili, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, in an interview with Imedi, a Georgian TV channel Darchiashvili stressed that the Georgian embassy in Kyiv has continued its work since the ambassador's return to Tbilisi, saying that "diplomats are in place, and we will continue to work in this area". Quote: "Giorgi Zakarashvili is a person who, together with several ambassadors, did not leave Kyiv even for a day in the most difficult moments, and this decision [his departure – ed.] is unfair to him, and not even a normal way to behave," he said. The Georgian foreign minister emphasised that consultations with the ambassador, as Kyiv indicated, will not be held, and said the whole situation, in his opinion, cannot be connected with Saakashvili because even the European Court of Human Rights has no claims against the authorities. Background: After Saakashvili’s most recent court appearance, in which he looked extremely emaciated, Ukraine summoned the Georgian ambassador and asked him to return to Tbilisi "for consultations". Irakli Kobakhidze, chairman of the ruling Georgian Dream party, was outraged by Zelenskyy's reaction, but at the same time, he stressed that Tbilisi wants to "remain friendly" with the Ukrainian authorities. Saakashvili has been in custody ever since his secret return to Georgia ahead of the XXXX local elections, and recently his health has significantly deteriorated.

genshtab,zbrojni-sili,vijna

Ukrainian forces repel Russian attacks near 14 settlements – General Staff report

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have repelled Russian attacks near 14 settlements in 2 oblasts. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook, information as of 06:00 on 7 January Quote: "The enemy is concentrating their main efforts on attempts to capture the entirety of Donetsk Oblast within its administrative borders. They are conducting offensives on the Bakhmut front." Details: Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces have launched 1 missile strike and performed 20 attacks using multiple-launch rocket systems. During the past day [6 January], Ukraine’s defence forces have repelled Russian attacks near the settlements of Stelmakhivka, Makiivka, Dibrova and Bilohorivka (Luhansk Oblast) and Ozarianivka, Soledar, Krasna Hora, Pidhorodne, Bakhmut, Klishchiivka, Sil, Pervomaiske, Marinka and Pobieda (Donetsk Oblast). On the Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, Russian attackers fired on areas in and around Strilecha, Bochkove, Komisarove, Krasne, Zelene, Ambarne, Buhruvatka, Hatyshche and Odradne in Kharkiv Oblast. On the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts, over 20 settlements came under Russian fire including Dvorichna, Kupiansk, Kyslivka, Kotliarivka and Krokhmalne (Kharkiv Oblast) and Stelmakhivka, Makiivka, Ploshchanka and Dibrova (Luhansk Oblast). On the Bakhmut front, Russian troops opened fire on areas in and around more than 20 settlements, including Yakovlivka, Spirne, Berestove, Bilohorivka, Soledar, Bakhmut and New-York in Donetsk Oblast. On the Avdiivka front, Russian invaders fired on Avdiivka, Vesele, Nevelske, Krasnohorivka, Kamianka, Heorhiivka, Marinka and Novomykhailivka in Donetsk Oblast. On the Novopavlivka front, Vremivka, Velyka Novosilka, Vuhledar and Paraskoviivka in Donetsk Oblast came under Russian fire. On the Zaporizhzhia front, over 20 settlements suffered damage resulting from Russian fire; that included the attacks on Zelene Pole and Novopil (Donetsk Oblast), and Huliaipole, Zaliznychne, Charivne, Shcherbaky and Stepove (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) and Nikopol (Dnipropetrovsk Oblast). On the Kherson front, Russian attackers have not stopped firing on the settlements along the right bank of the Dnipro River. In particular, civilian infrastructure facilities in Chornobaivka, Antonivka, Beryslav, Zolota Balka and Kherson were hit, and civilian casualties have been reported. "Due to the underachievement of the volunteer recruitment plan for the Territorial Defence Forces in Belgorod Oblast [Russia], the local police has been deployed to assist with the recruitment campaign. The officers are going around apartments and houses, conducting a census of the conscription-age male population and giving talks on promoting the service," the General Staff reported. During the past day, the Ukrainian Air Force struck one cluster of Russian troops. Ukraine’s Rocket Forces and Artillery inflicted fire damage on four clusters of Russian manpower and equipment, as well as on two fuel and lubricant storage points belonging to the Russians.

Ukrainian forces repel Russian attacks near XX settlements – General Staff report

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have repelled Russian attacks near XX settlements in X oblasts. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook, information as of XX:XX on X January Quote: "The enemy is concentrating their main efforts on attempts to capture the entirety of Donetsk Oblast within its administrative borders. They are conducting offensives on the Bakhmut front." Details: Over the past XX hours, Russian forces have launched X missile strike and performed XX attacks using multiple-launch rocket systems. During the past day [X January], Ukraine’s defence forces have repelled Russian attacks near the settlements of Stelmakhivka, Makiivka, Dibrova and Bilohorivka (Luhansk Oblast) and Ozarianivka, Soledar, Krasna Hora, Pidhorodne, Bakhmut, Klishchiivka, Sil, Pervomaiske, Marinka and Pobieda (Donetsk Oblast). On the Sivershchyna and Slobozhanshchyna fronts, Russian attackers fired on areas in and around Strilecha, Bochkove, Komisarove, Krasne, Zelene, Ambarne, Buhruvatka, Hatyshche and Odradne in Kharkiv Oblast. On the Kupiansk and Lyman fronts, over XX settlements came under Russian fire including Dvorichna, Kupiansk, Kyslivka, Kotliarivka and Krokhmalne (Kharkiv Oblast) and Stelmakhivka, Makiivka, Ploshchanka and Dibrova (Luhansk Oblast). On the Bakhmut front, Russian troops opened fire on areas in and around more than XX settlements, including Yakovlivka, Spirne, Berestove, Bilohorivka, Soledar, Bakhmut and New-York in Donetsk Oblast. On the Avdiivka front, Russian invaders fired on Avdiivka, Vesele, Nevelske, Krasnohorivka, Kamianka, Heorhiivka, Marinka and Novomykhailivka in Donetsk Oblast. On the Novopavlivka front, Vremivka, Velyka Novosilka, Vuhledar and Paraskoviivka in Donetsk Oblast came under Russian fire. On the Zaporizhzhia front, over XX settlements suffered damage resulting from Russian fire; that included the attacks on Zelene Pole and Novopil (Donetsk Oblast), and Huliaipole, Zaliznychne, Charivne, Shcherbaky and Stepove (Zaporizhzhia Oblast) and Nikopol (Dnipropetrovsk Oblast). On the Kherson front, Russian attackers have not stopped firing on the settlements along the right bank of the Dnipro River. In particular, civilian infrastructure facilities in Chornobaivka, Antonivka, Beryslav, Zolota Balka and Kherson were hit, and civilian casualties have been reported. "Due to the underachievement of the volunteer recruitment plan for the Territorial Defence Forces in Belgorod Oblast [Russia], the local police has been deployed to assist with the recruitment campaign. The officers are going around apartments and houses, conducting a census of the conscription-age male population and giving talks on promoting the service," the General Staff reported. During the past day, the Ukrainian Air Force struck one cluster of Russian troops. Ukraine’s Rocket Forces and Artillery inflicted fire damage on four clusters of Russian manpower and equipment, as well as on two fuel and lubricant storage points belonging to the Russians.

dnipro,khersonska-oblast

Ukrainian forces carry out raid across Dnipro River in Kherson Oblast – ISW

The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has said Ukrainian forces probably carried out a limited raid across the Dnipro River and landed on Kherson Oblast’s eastern bank. However, it is currently unclear whether the Ukrainian military managed to gain grounds on the river’s left bank. Source: ISW Details: ISW noted that several Russian milbloggers stated on 8 August that on the eastern bank of the Dnipro River near the village of Kozachi Laheri, Ukrainian forces landed up to seven boats carrying six to seven people each, broke through the Russian defences and advanced 800 metres deep. ISW noted that one of the Russian milbloggers said the Russian command recently relocated a "prepared grouping" of Russian airborne personnel from Kozachi Laheri to Zaporizhzhia Oblast, replacing them with mobilised soldiers, weakening the Russian defence in this area. ISW claimed that Volodymyr Saldo, Russian-appointed puppet leader in Kherson Oblast, downplayed the achievements of Ukrainian paratroopers, saying Russian artillery repelled a Ukrainian boat attack. "However, the majority of prominent Russian milbloggers claimed that Ukrainian forces managed to utilise tactical surprise and land on the east bank before engaging Russian forces in small arms exchanges, and Saldo was likely purposefully trying to refute claims of Ukrainian presence in this area to avoid creating panic in the already-delicate Russian information space," ISW stated. ISW emphasised that they will continue to provide a conservative assessment of the situation on Kherson Oblast’s eastern bank until they receive visual confirmation of a long-term Ukrainian presence near Kozachi Laheri or other settlements located on the eastern bank. ISW noted that they have not yet seen any visual evidence, indicating the presence of a significant number of Ukrainian military personnel or equipment near Kozachi Laheri. "The current pattern of Russian reporting is more consistent with a limited cross-river raid than a wider Ukrainian operation. Ukrainian officials have not commented on operations in this area as of this writing," ISW added.

Ukrainian forces carry out raid across Dnipro River in Kherson Oblast – ISW

The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has said Ukrainian forces probably carried out a limited raid across the Dnipro River and landed on Kherson Oblast’s eastern bank. However, it is currently unclear whether the Ukrainian military managed to gain grounds on the river’s left bank. Source: ISW Details: ISW noted that several Russian milbloggers stated on X August that on the eastern bank of the Dnipro River near the village of Kozachi Laheri, Ukrainian forces landed up to seven boats carrying six to seven people each, broke through the Russian defences and advanced XXX metres deep. ISW noted that one of the Russian milbloggers said the Russian command recently relocated a "prepared grouping" of Russian airborne personnel from Kozachi Laheri to Zaporizhzhia Oblast, replacing them with mobilised soldiers, weakening the Russian defence in this area. ISW claimed that Volodymyr Saldo, Russian-appointed puppet leader in Kherson Oblast, downplayed the achievements of Ukrainian paratroopers, saying Russian artillery repelled a Ukrainian boat attack. "However, the majority of prominent Russian milbloggers claimed that Ukrainian forces managed to utilise tactical surprise and land on the east bank before engaging Russian forces in small arms exchanges, and Saldo was likely purposefully trying to refute claims of Ukrainian presence in this area to avoid creating panic in the already-delicate Russian information space," ISW stated. ISW emphasised that they will continue to provide a conservative assessment of the situation on Kherson Oblast’s eastern bank until they receive visual confirmation of a long-term Ukrainian presence near Kozachi Laheri or other settlements located on the eastern bank. ISW noted that they have not yet seen any visual evidence, indicating the presence of a significant number of Ukrainian military personnel or equipment near Kozachi Laheri. "The current pattern of Russian reporting is more consistent with a limited cross-river raid than a wider Ukrainian operation. Ukrainian officials have not commented on operations in this area as of this writing," ISW added.

sevastopol,krim,vijna,missilestrike

New satellite image of Russian Black Sea Fleet HQ after strike posted online

A new satellite image of the Russian Black Sea Fleet headquarters after the missile attack on 22 September has appeared online; there is no more smoke in the photo and the aftermath of the attack is clearly visible. Source: Radio Liberty Details: The new satellite image was shared by Planet.com. The photo shows the damaged building of the Russian Black Sea Fleet headquarters and the places where the missiles hit. Background: On the morning of 22 September, the Russian Ministry of Defence reported an attack by guided missiles and UAVs on occupied Crimea, with the Russians claiming they had managed to shoot down one missile and two drones. Later, it was reported that there had been a missile attack on the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in Sevastopol. The Russian Ministry of Defence even acknowledged the death of one soldier, although later the occupiers' defence ministry said that person had gone missing. Foreign media outlets said that Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles to attack the Black Sea Fleet headquarters. Kyrylo Budanov, Chief of Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, said that at least 9 people, including Russian generals, were killed and 16 wounded in the Ukrainian attack on the headquarters of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol. A successful operation by the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine resulted in a missile strike on the headquarters of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in the temporarily occupied city of Sevastopol on 22 September.

New satellite image of Russian Black Sea Fleet HQ after strike posted online

A new satellite image of the Russian Black Sea Fleet headquarters after the missile attack on XX September has appeared online; there is no more smoke in the photo and the aftermath of the attack is clearly visible. Source: Radio Liberty Details: The new satellite image was shared by Planet.com. The photo shows the damaged building of the Russian Black Sea Fleet headquarters and the places where the missiles hit. Background: On the morning of XX September, the Russian Ministry of Defence reported an attack by guided missiles and UAVs on occupied Crimea, with the Russians claiming they had managed to shoot down one missile and two drones. Later, it was reported that there had been a missile attack on the Black Sea Fleet headquarters in Sevastopol. The Russian Ministry of Defence even acknowledged the death of one soldier, although later the occupiers' defence ministry said that person had gone missing. Foreign media outlets said that Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles to attack the Black Sea Fleet headquarters. Kyrylo Budanov, Chief of Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, said that at least X people, including Russian generals, were killed and XX wounded in the Ukrainian attack on the headquarters of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol. A successful operation by the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine resulted in a missile strike on the headquarters of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in the temporarily occupied city of Sevastopol on XX September.

donetsk-region,mns,zhertvi,missilestrike

Death toll rises to 5 following Russian missile strike on Pokrovsk; deputy head of Ukraine's State Emergency Service in Donetsk Oblast killed

Five civilians were killed and 18 injured as a result of a Russian missile strike on central Pokrovsk, in Donetsk Oblast, which damaged several high-rise buildings. Deputy head of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service (SES) in Donetsk Oblast was killed and several rescue workers sustained injuries. Source: Ihor Klymenko, Head of Ukraine’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, on Telegram; Serhii Kruk, Head of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service, on Telegram Quote from Klymenko: "Five people have been killed and 18 injured as a result of two missile strikes on residential buildings in Pokrovsk. As of 21:20, [we know that] four civilians were killed and three injured in the first strike. The second strike killed the deputy head of the State Emergency Service in Donetsk Oblast. Four rescue workers, eight police officers, and three civilians sustained injuries. Our heroes were the first ones to arrive at the site of the attack to help people. Rescue and search operations are still underway. We are clearing away the rubble and rescuing people from the Russian terror." Details: Serhii Kruk, Head of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service, confirmed that an SES employee was killed and added that another five SES rescue workers were injured. Background: In the evening, Russian troops launched a missile attack on a residential building in Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, damaging high-rise buildings and killing one person; seven people were injured.

Death toll rises to X following Russian missile strike on Pokrovsk; deputy head of Ukraine's State Emergency Service in Donetsk Oblast killed

Five civilians were killed and XX injured as a result of a Russian missile strike on central Pokrovsk, in Donetsk Oblast, which damaged several high-rise buildings. Deputy head of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service (SES) in Donetsk Oblast was killed and several rescue workers sustained injuries. Source: Ihor Klymenko, Head of Ukraine’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, on Telegram; Serhii Kruk, Head of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service, on Telegram Quote from Klymenko: "Five people have been killed and XX injured as a result of two missile strikes on residential buildings in Pokrovsk. As of XX:XX, [we know that] four civilians were killed and three injured in the first strike. The second strike killed the deputy head of the State Emergency Service in Donetsk Oblast. Four rescue workers, eight police officers, and three civilians sustained injuries. Our heroes were the first ones to arrive at the site of the attack to help people. Rescue and search operations are still underway. We are clearing away the rubble and rescuing people from the Russian terror." Details: Serhii Kruk, Head of Ukraine’s State Emergency Service, confirmed that an SES employee was killed and added that another five SES rescue workers were injured. Background: In the evening, Russian troops launched a missile attack on a residential building in Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, damaging high-rise buildings and killing one person; seven people were injured.

vijna,khersonska-oblast

Pregnant woman caught in Russian shelling in Kherson Oblast, two civilians injured

In Kherson Oblast, a man was injured in Antonivka in the second of the two Russian attacks on the settlement over the day; another man was injured in Burhunets. A pregnant woman was also caught in a shelling and is currently being treated. Source: Kherson Oblast Military Administration Quote: "The Russian army has once again attacked Antonivka. A 29-year-old man sustained injuries. He was provided with the necessary treatment. Burhunka also came under [Russian] fire. A man was hospitalised with severe injuries. A pregnant woman was also caught in this shelling. Doctors are currently treating the future mother to prevent a premature birth. Today the Russians deployed aircraft to drop bombs on Kozatske and Vesele. Fortunately, there were no civilian casualties." Previously: The Kherson Oblast Military Administration earlier reported that a 21-year-old man was injured in a Russian attack on Antonivka on Sunday, 25 June.

Pregnant woman caught in Russian shelling in Kherson Oblast, two civilians injured

In Kherson Oblast, a man was injured in Antonivka in the second of the two Russian attacks on the settlement over the day; another man was injured in Burhunets. A pregnant woman was also caught in a shelling and is currently being treated. Source: Kherson Oblast Military Administration Quote: "The Russian army has once again attacked Antonivka. A XX-year-old man sustained injuries. He was provided with the necessary treatment. Burhunka also came under [Russian] fire. A man was hospitalised with severe injuries. A pregnant woman was also caught in this shelling. Doctors are currently treating the future mother to prevent a premature birth. Today the Russians deployed aircraft to drop bombs on Kozatske and Vesele. Fortunately, there were no civilian casualties." Previously: The Kherson Oblast Military Administration earlier reported that a XX-year-old man was injured in a Russian attack on Antonivka on Sunday, XX June.

upcmp,sbu,tserkva

Ukraine’s security forces, police and National Guards conduct counterintelligence operations in Kyiv monastery

Ukraine’s Security Service is conducting a counterintelligence operation within the Holy Dormition Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a monastery in Kyiv. Source: Press service for the Security Service of Ukraine Quote: "These measures are being undertaken jointly with the National Police and the National Guards as part of the Security Service’s systematic efforts to counter subversive activities of Russian special forces in Ukraine. In particular, there is a growing risk of terrorist attacks, sabotage, and hostage taking, especially in crowded places, in light of Russia’s military aggression. The aforementioned measures are being undertaken in order to: prevent the [Kyiv-Pechersk] Lavra from being used as a ‘Russian world’ centre; verify information that the premises belonging to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church are being used to conceal sabotage and reconnaissance groups and foreign citizens, and to store weapons; protect citizens from false-flag operations and terrorist attacks." Details: The SSU explained that representatives of the church are assisting law enforcement officers in: inspecting the grounds of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra in order to uncover prohibited items; checking whether the persons within the Lavra have been involved in illegal activities to the detriment of Ukraine’s sovereignty. The SSU stressed that all of the aforementioned measures are carried out within the framework of the current legislation. The service also emphasised that its officers adhere to the principle of impartiality to the activities of any religious denomination and respect the right of every citizen to freedom of ideology and religion, as defined by the Constitution of Ukraine.

Ukraine’s security forces, police and National Guards conduct counterintelligence operations in Kyiv monastery

Ukraine’s Security Service is conducting a counterintelligence operation within the Holy Dormition Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a monastery in Kyiv. Source: Press service for the Security Service of Ukraine Quote: "These measures are being undertaken jointly with the National Police and the National Guards as part of the Security Service’s systematic efforts to counter subversive activities of Russian special forces in Ukraine. In particular, there is a growing risk of terrorist attacks, sabotage, and hostage taking, especially in crowded places, in light of Russia’s military aggression. The aforementioned measures are being undertaken in order to: prevent the [Kyiv-Pechersk] Lavra from being used as a ‘Russian world’ centre; verify information that the premises belonging to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church are being used to conceal sabotage and reconnaissance groups and foreign citizens, and to store weapons; protect citizens from false-flag operations and terrorist attacks." Details: The SSU explained that representatives of the church are assisting law enforcement officers in: inspecting the grounds of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra in order to uncover prohibited items; checking whether the persons within the Lavra have been involved in illegal activities to the detriment of Ukraine’s sovereignty. The SSU stressed that all of the aforementioned measures are carried out within the framework of the current legislation. The service also emphasised that its officers adhere to the principle of impartiality to the activities of any religious denomination and respect the right of every citizen to freedom of ideology and religion, as defined by the Constitution of Ukraine.

sbu,vijna,ukrajina

Security Service of Ukraine finds out which Russian units could be behind missile strikes of 15 November

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) believes that servicemen from the 184th Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment and the 52nd Guards Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Federation were involved in the massive missile attack on Ukraine on 15 November. Investigators are currently establishing the names of all perpetrators of war crimes. Source: Security Service of Ukraine, citing Vasyl Maliuk, Acting Head of the SSU Quote by Maliuk: "Currently, the employees of the Service are working to establish all the facts and the specific perpetrators of the missile strikes. Missile fragments and other material evidence found at the sites of the strikes have already been sent for examinations." Details: The SSU said that servicemen from the 184th Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Federation, which is part of the 22nd Guards Heavy Bomber Aviation Division, were probably involved in the attacks. The SSU is also checking the theory that the 52nd Guards Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Federation participated in the attacks. SSU investigators are working to name the perpetrators of these crimes and establish the identity of individuals who ordered the airstrikes. The SSU opened a total of 17 criminal proceedings concerning the large-scale missile attacks on Ukraine on 15 November (Article 438.1 of the Criminal Code; violation of the laws and customs of war). The information on these cases will be added to the evidence base that Ukraine is collecting to submit to international courts. Previously: On 15 November, Russian missiles hit residential buildings in central Kyiv, killing at at least one civilian. At least half of Kyiv’s households have been left without power as a result of the Russian missile attack. Russia also launched missiles on Khmelnytskyi, Rivne, Volyn, Lviv, Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava and Kharkiv oblasts. Yurii Ihnat, spokesman for Ukraine’s Air Force, said that Russian forces had launched around 100 missiles on Ukraine on 15 November. Kyrylo Tymoshenko, Deputy Head of the President’s Office, reported that 70 out of 90 Russian missiles were shot down; however, more than 7 million people have been left without power. Early reports suggest that one person was killed and six more sustained injuries as a result of Russia’s large-scale missile attack on 15 November.

Security Service of Ukraine finds out which Russian units could be behind missile strikes of XX November

The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) believes that servicemen from the XXXth Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment and the XXnd Guards Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Federation were involved in the massive missile attack on Ukraine on XX November. Investigators are currently establishing the names of all perpetrators of war crimes. Source: Security Service of Ukraine, citing Vasyl Maliuk, Acting Head of the SSU Quote by Maliuk: "Currently, the employees of the Service are working to establish all the facts and the specific perpetrators of the missile strikes. Missile fragments and other material evidence found at the sites of the strikes have already been sent for examinations." Details: The SSU said that servicemen from the XXXth Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Federation, which is part of the XXnd Guards Heavy Bomber Aviation Division, were probably involved in the attacks. The SSU is also checking the theory that the XXnd Guards Heavy Bomber Aviation Regiment of the Russian Federation participated in the attacks. SSU investigators are working to name the perpetrators of these crimes and establish the identity of individuals who ordered the airstrikes. The SSU opened a total of XX criminal proceedings concerning the large-scale missile attacks on Ukraine on XX November (Article XXX.X of the Criminal Code; violation of the laws and customs of war). The information on these cases will be added to the evidence base that Ukraine is collecting to submit to international courts. Previously: On XX November, Russian missiles hit residential buildings in central Kyiv, killing at at least one civilian. At least half of Kyiv’s households have been left without power as a result of the Russian missile attack. Russia also launched missiles on Khmelnytskyi, Rivne, Volyn, Lviv, Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava and Kharkiv oblasts. Yurii Ihnat, spokesman for Ukraine’s Air Force, said that Russian forces had launched around XXX missiles on Ukraine on XX November. Kyrylo Tymoshenko, Deputy Head of the President’s Office, reported that XX out of XX Russian missiles were shot down; however, more than X million people have been left without power. Early reports suggest that one person was killed and six more sustained injuries as a result of Russia’s large-scale missile attack on XX November.

ssha,nato,vijna,vibori

Trump's competitor promises to give part of Ukraine to Russia and block Kyiv's accession to NATO

Vivek Ramaswamy, a candidate for the presidential nomination from the Republican Party of the USA, who is in the top three in terms of popularity among Republican supporters, promises to recognize the Russian occupation of Ukraine and block its path to NATO if elected president. Source: Ramaswamy in the programme article for The American Conservative Details: Part of the material concerning Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine repeats the thesis expressed by the Republican that the greatest danger for the United States is the rapprochement between Moscow and Beijing. At the same time, Ramaswamy draws parallels with the foreign policy of Richard Nixon (who decided to establish diplomatic relations with the PRC to oppose its rapprochement with the USSR – and, incidentally, got involved in the war in Vietnam). Quote: "As U.S. president, I will respect and revive Nixon’s legacy by rejecting the bloodthirsty blather of the useful idiots who preach a no-win war in Ukraine that forces our two great power foes ever closer." More details: Ramaswamy thinks that "the longer the war in Ukraine goes on, it becomes ever clearer that there is only one winner: China." Therefore, the candidate for the Republican nomination in the presidential elections in the USA wants to repeat Nixon's act and go to Moscow in 2025 to "deliver peace in Ukraine" on "terms that put American interests first". Quote: "To that end, I will accept Russian control of the occupied territories and pledge to block Ukraine’s candidacy for NATO in exchange for Russia exiting its military alliance with China. I will end sanctions and bring Russia back into the world market. In this way, I will elevate Russia as a strategic check on China’s designs in East Asia." For reference: 38-year-old Vivek Ramaswamy is the youngest candidate to participate in the presidential elections in the United States from the Republicans. He was previously engaged in a successful business in the biotechnology field. Ramaswamy views himself as a libertarian in his views, but simultaneously actively opposes the so-called "leftism" – a set of progressive policies to fight discrimination. Although Ramaswamy was not involved in politics before the current campaign, his approval rate now hovers around 5-6%, and the media regularly interview him. At the first and so far the last debate of the Republican candidates most of the audience preferred Ramaswamy to Trump's most likely rival – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Trump's competitor promises to give part of Ukraine to Russia and block Kyiv's accession to NATO

Vivek Ramaswamy, a candidate for the presidential nomination from the Republican Party of the USA, who is in the top three in terms of popularity among Republican supporters, promises to recognize the Russian occupation of Ukraine and block its path to NATO if elected president. Source: Ramaswamy in the programme article for The American Conservative Details: Part of the material concerning Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine repeats the thesis expressed by the Republican that the greatest danger for the United States is the rapprochement between Moscow and Beijing. At the same time, Ramaswamy draws parallels with the foreign policy of Richard Nixon (who decided to establish diplomatic relations with the PRC to oppose its rapprochement with the USSR – and, incidentally, got involved in the war in Vietnam). Quote: "As U.S. president, I will respect and revive Nixon’s legacy by rejecting the bloodthirsty blather of the useful idiots who preach a no-win war in Ukraine that forces our two great power foes ever closer." More details: Ramaswamy thinks that "the longer the war in Ukraine goes on, it becomes ever clearer that there is only one winner: China." Therefore, the candidate for the Republican nomination in the presidential elections in the USA wants to repeat Nixon's act and go to Moscow in XXXX to "deliver peace in Ukraine" on "terms that put American interests first". Quote: "To that end, I will accept Russian control of the occupied territories and pledge to block Ukraine’s candidacy for NATO in exchange for Russia exiting its military alliance with China. I will end sanctions and bring Russia back into the world market. In this way, I will elevate Russia as a strategic check on China’s designs in East Asia." For reference: XX-year-old Vivek Ramaswamy is the youngest candidate to participate in the presidential elections in the United States from the Republicans. He was previously engaged in a successful business in the biotechnology field. Ramaswamy views himself as a libertarian in his views, but simultaneously actively opposes the so-called "leftism" – a set of progressive policies to fight discrimination. Although Ramaswamy was not involved in politics before the current campaign, his approval rate now hovers around X-X%, and the media regularly interview him. At the first and so far the last debate of the Republican candidates most of the audience preferred Ramaswamy to Trump's most likely rival – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

kharkiv,vijna

Kharkiv loses power

The city of Kharkiv lost power, causing electric public transport to halt. Parts of Kharkiv Oblast are similarly experiencing problems with power supply. Source: KHARKIV Today Details: Around 14:30 on 23 November several districts in the city of Kharkiv lost power. Emergency rolling blackouts have been introduced in Kharkiv Oblast. Metro and electric public transport in the city of Kharkiv halted. Additional buses are operating to service some of the disrupted routes. There are issues with mobile service. Local journalists have reported that Kharkiv Oblast has not been struck in the most recent Russian attack.

Kharkiv loses power

The city of Kharkiv lost power, causing electric public transport to halt. Parts of Kharkiv Oblast are similarly experiencing problems with power supply. Source: KHARKIV Today Details: Around XX:XX on XX November several districts in the city of Kharkiv lost power. Emergency rolling blackouts have been introduced in Kharkiv Oblast. Metro and electric public transport in the city of Kharkiv halted. Additional buses are operating to service some of the disrupted routes. There are issues with mobile service. Local journalists have reported that Kharkiv Oblast has not been struck in the most recent Russian attack.

kherson,zelensky,electricity,water

Power supply restored in Kherson, water not yet available in 10 houses – Zelenskyy

The supply of electricity was restored in the city of Kherson, where power and water supply were disrupted on Sunday 15 October due to a Russian attack; 10 houses’ water supply has not been restored yet. Source: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an evening address Quote: "The whole day energy workers and emergency workers are hard at work in Kherson Oblast, as well as in Donetsk Oblast, dealing with the aftermath of attacks on energy facilities. In particular, there were blackouts in Kherson because of Russian explosives. Our repair crews are doing their best. As of now, electricity has been restored in Kherson and almost the entire city has water supply, except for 10 houses in the Tavriiskyi microdistrict. Regarding these buildings, repair work should be completed tomorrow. " Background: On the morning of 15 October, a powerful explosion rocked Kherson, followed by a power outage in some city districts. During the day, Russian forces bombarded the city, damaging several buildings and power lines.

Power supply restored in Kherson, water not yet available in XX houses – Zelenskyy

The supply of electricity was restored in the city of Kherson, where power and water supply were disrupted on Sunday XX October due to a Russian attack; XX houses’ water supply has not been restored yet. Source: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an evening address Quote: "The whole day energy workers and emergency workers are hard at work in Kherson Oblast, as well as in Donetsk Oblast, dealing with the aftermath of attacks on energy facilities. In particular, there were blackouts in Kherson because of Russian explosives. Our repair crews are doing their best. As of now, electricity has been restored in Kherson and almost the entire city has water supply, except for XX houses in the Tavriiskyi microdistrict. Regarding these buildings, repair work should be completed tomorrow. " Background: On the morning of XX October, a powerful explosion rocked Kherson, followed by a power outage in some city districts. During the day, Russian forces bombarded the city, damaging several buildings and power lines.

kharkiv,zaliznytsya,vijna

Railway transport facility in Kharkiv hit at night

OLENA ROSHCHINA — TUESDAY, 4 OCTOBER 2022, 09:51 On the night of 3-4 October, Kharkiv was hit by two rockets; one of them hit an industrial facility in the Kholodnohirsky neighbourhood, and the other hit a railway transport facility in the Novobavarsky neighbourhood. Source: Main Department of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Kharkiv Oblast; Oleh Syniehubov, the Head of the Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration Details: The two rockets landed in Kharkiv at midnight. The explosion in Kholodna Hora neighbourhood destroyed a production and warehouse building; a fire broke out in an area of ​​600 square metres. 3 fire and rescue units took part in extinguishing it. One of the railway transport facility buildings was destroyed by an explosion in the Nova Bavariia neighbourhood. There was also a fire there, which engulfed the area of 80 square metres. 8 operative divisions of the State Emergency Service rushed to the scene. At 01:25, the fire was localised, and at 04:25, it was eliminated. During search and rescue operations, emergency personnel took the body of a dead woman from under the rubble. Syniehubov stated that Kharkiv had been hit by S-300 missiles. A 46-year-old woman perished. Earlier, on 3 October, at about 16:50, a rocket attack was carried out on a hospital in the city of Kupiansk. The building was partially destroyed. A fire broke out on the 2nd floor of the facility in an area of ​​20 square metres. Rescue workers extinguished it at 17:30. As a result of an attack on a hospital in the Kupiansk district, an anesthesiologist was killed, and two nurses aged 53 and 43 were wounded. In addition, the Regional Centre for Emergency Medical Assistance reported that during the day, a 63-year-old man and a 9-year-old girl were hospitalised with injuries in the Kupiansk district. Doctors assess the girl's condition as moderate. On Monday, two men, aged 23 and 35, were injured by a tripwire explosion in the Kupiansk district. During the day, demolition experts of the State Emergency Service defused 473 explosive items in Kharkiv Oblast.

Railway transport facility in Kharkiv hit at night

OLENA ROSHCHINA — TUESDAY, X OCTOBER XXXX, XX:XX On the night of X-X October, Kharkiv was hit by two rockets; one of them hit an industrial facility in the Kholodnohirsky neighbourhood, and the other hit a railway transport facility in the Novobavarsky neighbourhood. Source: Main Department of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Kharkiv Oblast; Oleh Syniehubov, the Head of the Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration Details: The two rockets landed in Kharkiv at midnight. The explosion in Kholodna Hora neighbourhood destroyed a production and warehouse building; a fire broke out in an area of ​​XXX square metres. X fire and rescue units took part in extinguishing it. One of the railway transport facility buildings was destroyed by an explosion in the Nova Bavariia neighbourhood. There was also a fire there, which engulfed the area of XX square metres. X operative divisions of the State Emergency Service rushed to the scene. At XX:XX, the fire was localised, and at XX:XX, it was eliminated. During search and rescue operations, emergency personnel took the body of a dead woman from under the rubble. Syniehubov stated that Kharkiv had been hit by S-XXX missiles. A XX-year-old woman perished. Earlier, on X October, at about XX:XX, a rocket attack was carried out on a hospital in the city of Kupiansk. The building was partially destroyed. A fire broke out on the Xnd floor of the facility in an area of ​​XX square metres. Rescue workers extinguished it at XX:XX. As a result of an attack on a hospital in the Kupiansk district, an anesthesiologist was killed, and two nurses aged XX and XX were wounded. In addition, the Regional Centre for Emergency Medical Assistance reported that during the day, a XX-year-old man and a X-year-old girl were hospitalised with injuries in the Kupiansk district. Doctors assess the girl's condition as moderate. On Monday, two men, aged XX and XX, were injured by a tripwire explosion in the Kupiansk district. During the day, demolition experts of the State Emergency Service defused XXX explosive items in Kharkiv Oblast.

es,kuleba,mzs

Kuleba and Borrell discuss preparation of Ukraine-EU summit, venue not confirmed yet

Dmytro Kuleba, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, has discussed preparations for the Ukraine-EU summit with Josep Borrell, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.Source: European Pravda; Kuleba on TwitterQuote from Kuleba: "I had a call with Josep Borrell discussing in detail the preparations for the upcoming Ukraine-EU summit on February 3. We have outlined our expectations and focused on a format that will ensure its success. We also discussed military aid, sanctions, and Iran-Russia cooperation," the post states. The minister's tweet did not specify where the summit would take place. I had a call with @JosepBorrellF discussing in detail the preparations for the upcoming Ukraine-EU summit on February 3. We have outlined our expectations and focused on a format that will ensure its success. We also discussed military aid, sanctions, and Iran-Russia cooperation. Details: Earlier, Barend Leyts, the spokesperson for Charles Michel, the President of the European Council, reported that the Ukraine-EU summit should be held in Brussels, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy had received an invitation to participate in it. However, later it became known that the European Union has not yet confirmed that the Ukraine-EU summit would take place in Kyiv, and not in Brussels.The Association Agreement stipulates that the Ukraine-EU summit is an annual event. The last, the 23rd summit, took place in Kyiv in October 2021.It was planned that the 2022 summit would take place in December, and it was supposed to be in Brussels. The Ukrainian side made preliminary announcements regarding its holding. However, in the end, it was decided to postpone the summit to early 2023. European Pravda sources state that among the reasons for the postponement was the lack of a real outcome from such a meeting; in particular, the EU was known to have had problems until the last moment even with approving the €18 billion macro-financial assistance package promised under the G7.

Kuleba and Borrell discuss preparation of Ukraine-EU summit, venue not confirmed yet

Dmytro Kuleba, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, has discussed preparations for the Ukraine-EU summit with Josep Borrell, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.Source: European Pravda; Kuleba on TwitterQuote from Kuleba: "I had a call with Josep Borrell discussing in detail the preparations for the upcoming Ukraine-EU summit on February X. We have outlined our expectations and focused on a format that will ensure its success. We also discussed military aid, sanctions, and Iran-Russia cooperation," the post states. The minister's tweet did not specify where the summit would take place. I had a call with @JosepBorrellF discussing in detail the preparations for the upcoming Ukraine-EU summit on February X. We have outlined our expectations and focused on a format that will ensure its success. We also discussed military aid, sanctions, and Iran-Russia cooperation. Details: Earlier, Barend Leyts, the spokesperson for Charles Michel, the President of the European Council, reported that the Ukraine-EU summit should be held in Brussels, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy had received an invitation to participate in it. However, later it became known that the European Union has not yet confirmed that the Ukraine-EU summit would take place in Kyiv, and not in Brussels.The Association Agreement stipulates that the Ukraine-EU summit is an annual event. The last, the XXrd summit, took place in Kyiv in October XXXX.It was planned that the XXXX summit would take place in December, and it was supposed to be in Brussels. The Ukrainian side made preliminary announcements regarding its holding. However, in the end, it was decided to postpone the summit to early XXXX. European Pravda sources state that among the reasons for the postponement was the lack of a real outcome from such a meeting; in particular, the EU was known to have had problems until the last moment even with approving the €XX billion macro-financial assistance package promised under the GX.

62346521d78c6,vijna,ukrajina

A referendum is possible only when Russian troops leave Ukraine – Office of President

IRINA BALACHUK - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2022, 16:16 MYKHAILO PODOLYAK. PHOTO OFFICE OF PRESIDENT OF UKRAINE Adviser to the head of the President's Office Mykhailo Podoliak stressed that a referendum in Ukraine on the security agreement is possible only when Russian troops leave our country and return at least to the position where they were on February 23. Source: Podoliak on the air of the national marathon Podoliak's quote: "As for the referendum with a security treaty, for sure, - so that it is properly enshrined in international law - the procedure will be as follows: a referendum in Ukraine, followed by ratification of guarantor countries and ratification by the Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada. Of course, the referendum will not take place today, because currently implemented martial law, we are in a state of war. " Details: Podoliak stressed that the referendum procedure in Ukraine is clear and balanced, so Ukraine will enter the referendum procedure only after Russian troops leave our territory and withdraw from the borders at least to the positions they held on February 23. The adviser to the head of the Office of President reminded that this is necessary, as the Vienna Convention clearly states that any signed agreement will not be considered valid if the occupying forces are in the country. "Therefore, we will lift martial law and the referendum will start working only when Russian troops are not on our territory," Podoliak concluded.

A referendum is possible only when Russian troops leave Ukraine – Office of President

IRINA BALACHUK - WEDNESDAY, MARCH XX, XXXX, XX:XX MYKHAILO PODOLYAK. PHOTO OFFICE OF PRESIDENT OF UKRAINE Adviser to the head of the President's Office Mykhailo Podoliak stressed that a referendum in Ukraine on the security agreement is possible only when Russian troops leave our country and return at least to the position where they were on February XX. Source: Podoliak on the air of the national marathon Podoliak's quote: "As for the referendum with a security treaty, for sure, - so that it is properly enshrined in international law - the procedure will be as follows: a referendum in Ukraine, followed by ratification of guarantor countries and ratification by the Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada. Of course, the referendum will not take place today, because currently implemented martial law, we are in a state of war. " Details: Podoliak stressed that the referendum procedure in Ukraine is clear and balanced, so Ukraine will enter the referendum procedure only after Russian troops leave our territory and withdraw from the borders at least to the positions they held on February XX. The adviser to the head of the Office of President reminded that this is necessary, as the Vienna Convention clearly states that any signed agreement will not be considered valid if the occupying forces are in the country. "Therefore, we will lift martial law and the referendum will start working only when Russian troops are not on our territory," Podoliak concluded.

genshtab,rosija,vijna

Ukrainian defenders kill 560 Russian soldiers and destroy 11 Russian artillery systems in one day

Russia has lost 228,340 soldiers, 4,041 tanks, and 7,863 armoured combat vehicles in its war against Ukraine. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook Details: The total combat losses of the Russian forces from 24 February 2022 to 30 June 2023 are estimated to be as follows (figures in parentheses represent the latest losses – ed.): approximately 228,340 (+560) military personnel 4,041 (+3) tanks 7,863 (+6) armoured combat vehicles 4,127 (+11) artillery systems 630 (+3) multiple-launch rocket systems 389 (+1) air defence systems 315 (+0) fixed-wing aircraft 308 (+0) helicopters 3,519 (+6) tactical UAVs 1,261 (+0) cruise missiles 18 (+0) ships/boats 6,785 (+5) vehicles and tankers 569 (+0) special vehicles The information is being confirmed.

Ukrainian defenders kill XXX Russian soldiers and destroy XX Russian artillery systems in one day

Russia has lost XXX,XXX soldiers, X,XXX tanks, and X,XXX armoured combat vehicles in its war against Ukraine. Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Facebook Details: The total combat losses of the Russian forces from XX February XXXX to XX June XXXX are estimated to be as follows (figures in parentheses represent the latest losses – ed.): approximately XXX,XXX (+XXX) military personnel X,XXX (+X) tanks X,XXX (+X) armoured combat vehicles X,XXX (+XX) artillery systems XXX (+X) multiple-launch rocket systems XXX (+X) air defence systems XXX (+X) fixed-wing aircraft XXX (+X) helicopters X,XXX (+X) tactical UAVs X,XXX (+X) cruise missiles XX (+X) ships/boats X,XXX (+X) vehicles and tankers XXX (+X) special vehicles The information is being confirmed.

okupacia,referendum,rosija,vijna

Kremlin falsely denies involvement in organising "referendums" on incorporating occupied Ukrainian territories into Russia

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – MONDAY, 8 AUGUST 2022, 13:34 Dmitriy Peskov, press secretary for the Russian President, has falsely claimed that Russian occupation authorities are not involved in organising the so-called "referendums" in the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson oblasts of Ukraine. Instad, Peskov has said that the referendums are organised by the local residents. He has also said that the Kremlin sees no grounds for resuming negotiations with Ukraine. Source: Russia-sponsored media: TASS, RIA Novosti, Mayak Quote from Peskov: "It is the local residents of these regions [i.e., the Russian-occupied territories of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia oblasts - ed.] who have devised these plans [holding the pseudo-referendums - ed.]. We are not the ones holding these referendums. It’s unclear who Mr Zelenskyy was targeting with his statement [referring to Zelenskyy’s statement that Russian referendums will foreclose the possibility of future negotiations between the two countries - ed.]." Details: According to the Kremlin, a significant share of the residents of the occupied territories of Ukraine have no desire to live in Ukraine. Therefore, the Russian government has nothing to do with the "referendums", Peskov claimed. In addition, Peskov said that there are currently no grounds for a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations have also stalled – according to the Kremlin, this is because the Ukrainian delegation "went off the radar". Background: On 7 August, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that if Russia holds its so-called referendums in the occupied territories of southern Ukraine, it will foreclose the possibility of future negotiations with Ukraine. In July, the Russians conducted a poll in the occupied territories of Kherson and Zaporizhzhian oblasts regarding joining Russia; support for this idea amounted to only 30%. Russian propaganda efforts have not yet yielded significant results, and there is little support for Russia in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

Kremlin falsely denies involvement in organising "referendums" on incorporating occupied Ukrainian territories into Russia

UKRAINSKA PRAVDA – MONDAY, X AUGUST XXXX, XX:XX Dmitriy Peskov, press secretary for the Russian President, has falsely claimed that Russian occupation authorities are not involved in organising the so-called "referendums" in the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson oblasts of Ukraine. Instad, Peskov has said that the referendums are organised by the local residents. He has also said that the Kremlin sees no grounds for resuming negotiations with Ukraine. Source: Russia-sponsored media: TASS, RIA Novosti, Mayak Quote from Peskov: "It is the local residents of these regions [i.e., the Russian-occupied territories of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia oblasts - ed.] who have devised these plans [holding the pseudo-referendums - ed.]. We are not the ones holding these referendums. It’s unclear who Mr Zelenskyy was targeting with his statement [referring to Zelenskyy’s statement that Russian referendums will foreclose the possibility of future negotiations between the two countries - ed.]." Details: According to the Kremlin, a significant share of the residents of the occupied territories of Ukraine have no desire to live in Ukraine. Therefore, the Russian government has nothing to do with the "referendums", Peskov claimed. In addition, Peskov said that there are currently no grounds for a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The negotiations between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations have also stalled – according to the Kremlin, this is because the Ukrainian delegation "went off the radar". Background: On X August, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that if Russia holds its so-called referendums in the occupied territories of southern Ukraine, it will foreclose the possibility of future negotiations with Ukraine. In July, the Russians conducted a poll in the occupied territories of Kherson and Zaporizhzhian oblasts regarding joining Russia; support for this idea amounted to only XX%. Russian propaganda efforts have not yet yielded significant results, and there is little support for Russia in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Journalists fight on their own frontline. Support Ukrainska Pravda!

donetsk-region,bahmut,vijna

Donetsk Oblast Military Administration says "all sorts of scenarios" possible in Bakhmut

Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration, has said it is possible that Russian forces might capture Bakhmut, but he remains sceptical regarding the possibility of Russia’s plans to seize all of Donetsk Oblast. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko in an interview with Radio Svoboda (Radio Liberty) Quote from Kyrylenko: "All sorts of scenarios are possible. But we are acting in accordance with the orders we receive. Our military personnel are all holding our defence lines. All possible measures to preve​​nt this [i.e., to prevent the capture of Bakhmut - ed.] are being taken. [...] The defence of our land, territory and the sovereignty of our state are no doubt the top priorities for the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the military command, but we also know that the lives of our defenders are another top priority. So, excuse my language, but we will not use our defenders as cannon fodder. Bakhmut still stands. We are doing everything we can to defeat enemy forces and diminish their offensive capabilities." Details: When asked about Russia’s intentions to capture all of Donetsk Oblast by March, Kyrylenko said that the "enemy should not be underestimated", but "we must take all facts into account and understand the current circumstances". "Enemy forces wanted to reach the administrative border of Luhansk Oblast by last May and capture all of Donetsk Oblast by July [2022] at the latest. Their deadline for capturing Bakhmut was September 2022; since then, any such deadlines have been quite blurred. These are the facts," Kyrylenko explained. He added that he counts on "focusing all efforts" on defence fortifications and the military command’s "clear, unified and coordinated actions" to defend Donetsk Oblast. "And I’ll say that [Russia’s] plans for July and September [2022]...The majority of Donetsk Oblast had been occupied. Taking into account the fact that the Lyman and Sviatohirsk hromadas have been liberated, nearly 52% of Donetsk Oblast are currently under Ukraine’s control, under the control of the Ukrainian government, and, most importantly, under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. So we will defend our land for as long as needed," Kyrylenko said. Background: Bakhmut has been one of the hottest spots on the contact line for the past several months. The city has been under constant attack since July 2022, with Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner Group playing a particularly important role in the area. Military analysts report that capturing Bakhmut would be a symbolic victory for Russia but is unlikely to bring it a significant strategic advantage.

Donetsk Oblast Military Administration says "all sorts of scenarios" possible in Bakhmut

Pavlo Kyrylenko, Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration, has said it is possible that Russian forces might capture Bakhmut, but he remains sceptical regarding the possibility of Russia’s plans to seize all of Donetsk Oblast. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko in an interview with Radio Svoboda (Radio Liberty) Quote from Kyrylenko: "All sorts of scenarios are possible. But we are acting in accordance with the orders we receive. Our military personnel are all holding our defence lines. All possible measures to preve​​nt this [i.e., to prevent the capture of Bakhmut - ed.] are being taken. [...] The defence of our land, territory and the sovereignty of our state are no doubt the top priorities for the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the military command, but we also know that the lives of our defenders are another top priority. So, excuse my language, but we will not use our defenders as cannon fodder. Bakhmut still stands. We are doing everything we can to defeat enemy forces and diminish their offensive capabilities." Details: When asked about Russia’s intentions to capture all of Donetsk Oblast by March, Kyrylenko said that the "enemy should not be underestimated", but "we must take all facts into account and understand the current circumstances". "Enemy forces wanted to reach the administrative border of Luhansk Oblast by last May and capture all of Donetsk Oblast by July [XXXX] at the latest. Their deadline for capturing Bakhmut was September XXXX; since then, any such deadlines have been quite blurred. These are the facts," Kyrylenko explained. He added that he counts on "focusing all efforts" on defence fortifications and the military command’s "clear, unified and coordinated actions" to defend Donetsk Oblast. "And I’ll say that [Russia’s] plans for July and September [XXXX]...The majority of Donetsk Oblast had been occupied. Taking into account the fact that the Lyman and Sviatohirsk hromadas have been liberated, nearly XX% of Donetsk Oblast are currently under Ukraine’s control, under the control of the Ukrainian government, and, most importantly, under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. So we will defend our land for as long as needed," Kyrylenko said. Background: Bakhmut has been one of the hottest spots on the contact line for the past several months. The city has been under constant attack since July XXXX, with Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Wagner Group playing a particularly important role in the area. Military analysts report that capturing Bakhmut would be a symbolic victory for Russia but is unlikely to bring it a significant strategic advantage.

zelensky,vijna,chernigiv

Zelenskyy appoints head of Chernihiv City Military Administration

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, has appointed Dmytro Bryzhynskyi, who was in charge of the defence of the city, as the head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration of the Chernihiv district in Chernihiv Oblast. Source: Presidential Decree No. 19/2023-rp Quote: "To appoint Dmytro Volodymyrovych Bryzhynskyi as the head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration of the Chernihiv district in Chernihiv Oblast." Details: According to the presidential decree No. 69/2023, the Chernihiv City Military Administration of the Chernihiv district in Chernihiv Oblast was established on 7 February, 2023. Note: Bryzhynskyi is a military man. He has headed the 93rd Mechanised Brigade Kholodnyi Yar since March 2019. Previously, he was the Chief of Staff and First Deputy Commander of the 58th Motorised Infantry Brigade military unit, named after hetman Ivan Vyhovskyi. Commanded by Bryzhynskyi, the brigade fought in the Avdiivka front and in Luhansk Oblast near Novotoshkivske, Bakhmut Highway and Krymske. Bryzhinsky led the defenсe of Chernihiv during a full-scale Russian offensive. He’s an honorary citizen of Chernihiv. Background: In December 2022, the Yavora District Court of Lviv found the mayor of Chernihiv, Vladyslav Atroshenko, guilty of a conflict of interests and deprived him of the right to hold the position of mayor for a year. The court made this decision due to the fact that Atroshenko instructed his driver to take his wife's car abroad. On 27 January, the Lviv Court of Appeal was supposed to consider an appeal against the decision to remove Vladyslav Atroshenko from the post of mayor of Chernihiv; heads of 30 cities came to support the mayor, but the meeting was postponed to 1 February.

Zelenskyy appoints head of Chernihiv City Military Administration

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, has appointed Dmytro Bryzhynskyi, who was in charge of the defence of the city, as the head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration of the Chernihiv district in Chernihiv Oblast. Source: Presidential Decree No. XX/XXXX-rp Quote: "To appoint Dmytro Volodymyrovych Bryzhynskyi as the head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration of the Chernihiv district in Chernihiv Oblast." Details: According to the presidential decree No. XX/XXXX, the Chernihiv City Military Administration of the Chernihiv district in Chernihiv Oblast was established on X February, XXXX. Note: Bryzhynskyi is a military man. He has headed the XXrd Mechanised Brigade Kholodnyi Yar since March XXXX. Previously, he was the Chief of Staff and First Deputy Commander of the XXth Motorised Infantry Brigade military unit, named after hetman Ivan Vyhovskyi. Commanded by Bryzhynskyi, the brigade fought in the Avdiivka front and in Luhansk Oblast near Novotoshkivske, Bakhmut Highway and Krymske. Bryzhinsky led the defenсe of Chernihiv during a full-scale Russian offensive. He’s an honorary citizen of Chernihiv. Background: In December XXXX, the Yavora District Court of Lviv found the mayor of Chernihiv, Vladyslav Atroshenko, guilty of a conflict of interests and deprived him of the right to hold the position of mayor for a year. The court made this decision due to the fact that Atroshenko instructed his driver to take his wife's car abroad. On XX January, the Lviv Court of Appeal was supposed to consider an appeal against the decision to remove Vladyslav Atroshenko from the post of mayor of Chernihiv; heads of XX cities came to support the mayor, but the meeting was postponed to X February.

luganska-oblast,rosija,vijna,water

Russian occupiers hit pumping station in Luhansk region - several cities remain without water

ROMAN PETRENKO — SATURDAY, 23 APRIL 2022, 09:37 The Russians have cut off the pumping station - the centre of Lysychansk, Novodruzhesk, Pryvillia remain without water, the Luhansk Regional Military Administration reports. Source: Serhii Haidai, head of Luhansk Regional Military Administration, on Telegram Haidai's quote: "The enemy shell hit a transformer substation that feeds pumping stations that supply water to the central districts of Lysychansk, as well as to the cities of Novodruzhesk and Pryvillia. Currently, this facility is without electricity - there is no centralised water supply in these cities. Repair work is underway. Rescuers are bringing water for the needs of the residents. " Background: Electricity, gas and water supply will not be restored in the cities of Popasna, Rubizhne and other parts of the villages of Luhansk region until the end of the war, Haidai said.

Russian occupiers hit pumping station in Luhansk region - several cities remain without water

ROMAN PETRENKO — SATURDAY, XX APRIL XXXX, XX:XX The Russians have cut off the pumping station - the centre of Lysychansk, Novodruzhesk, Pryvillia remain without water, the Luhansk Regional Military Administration reports. Source: Serhii Haidai, head of Luhansk Regional Military Administration, on Telegram Haidai's quote: "The enemy shell hit a transformer substation that feeds pumping stations that supply water to the central districts of Lysychansk, as well as to the cities of Novodruzhesk and Pryvillia. Currently, this facility is without electricity - there is no centralised water supply in these cities. Repair work is underway. Rescuers are bringing water for the needs of the residents. " Background: Electricity, gas and water supply will not be restored in the cities of Popasna, Rubizhne and other parts of the villages of Luhansk region until the end of the war, Haidai said.

help-to-ukraine,zbroja,54aeac99a90fd,ukrajina

German Defence Minister to announce new package of military aid to Ukraine in Kyiv

Boris Pistorius, the Federal Minister of Defence of Germany, during his visit to Ukraine, will announce a new package of military aid to Kyiv which will not include Taurus long-range missiles. Source: European Pravda, citing Bild. Pistorius says that Germany will continue to support Ukraine militarily and on 21 November will announce the provision of a new package of weapons. As one delegation member noted, the new package includes more or less the same things that Germany has already provided Ukraine with so far, so it will not include Taurus long-range missiles. "There is no news in this matter," Pistorius told reporters. During his visit to Ukraine, Pistorius also met with the Ukrainian military at a training centre outside Kyiv, where he was shown Western sniper rifles. The Federal Minister of Defence also observed tank exercises on a combat simulator with the use of live ammunition, and also visited the soldiers' dormitories. Ukrainian soldiers expressed their gratitude for Berlin's military assistance to Kyiv to Pistorius, accompanied by his Ukrainian counterpart Rustem Umierov. Background: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrived on an unannounced visit in Kyiv in the early morning of 21 November. Earlier, it was reported that Germany plans to supply Ukraine with two more IRIS-T air defence systems by the end of the year. Before that, Pistorius confirmed reports that Germany will double military aid to Kyiv by 2024, reaching 8 billion euro.

German Defence Minister to announce new package of military aid to Ukraine in Kyiv

Boris Pistorius, the Federal Minister of Defence of Germany, during his visit to Ukraine, will announce a new package of military aid to Kyiv which will not include Taurus long-range missiles. Source: European Pravda, citing Bild. Pistorius says that Germany will continue to support Ukraine militarily and on XX November will announce the provision of a new package of weapons. As one delegation member noted, the new package includes more or less the same things that Germany has already provided Ukraine with so far, so it will not include Taurus long-range missiles. "There is no news in this matter," Pistorius told reporters. During his visit to Ukraine, Pistorius also met with the Ukrainian military at a training centre outside Kyiv, where he was shown Western sniper rifles. The Federal Minister of Defence also observed tank exercises on a combat simulator with the use of live ammunition, and also visited the soldiers' dormitories. Ukrainian soldiers expressed their gratitude for Berlin's military assistance to Kyiv to Pistorius, accompanied by his Ukrainian counterpart Rustem Umierov. Background: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrived on an unannounced visit in Kyiv in the early morning of XX November. Earlier, it was reported that Germany plans to supply Ukraine with two more IRIS-T air defence systems by the end of the year. Before that, Pistorius confirmed reports that Germany will double military aid to Kyiv by XXXX, reaching X billion euro.

minoboroni,zvilnennja,minkulturi

Government prepares to replace heads of Defence and Culture ministries

The president's staff is discussing the possibility of two new appointments to the Cabinet of Ministers next week, including the Minister of Defence and the Minister of Culture. Source: sources of Ukrainska Pravda (UP) in the government Details: According to UP sources, the president is expected to submit a proposal to the Verkhovna Rada (Ukrainian Parliament) that Ukraine’s Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov be removed from his post soon and be replaced by Rustem Umerov, the current Head of the State Property Fund of Ukraine. In addition, the Parliament may appoint a new Minister of Culture and Information Policy. UP's sources name Yuliia Fediv, who headed the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation, as a potential candidate for this position. For reference: Yulia Fediv was the head of the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation in 2018-2021. In September 2021, Fediv announced that criminal proceedings had been initiated against her. From 1 July 2021 to 1 June 2022, she was the director of the Hromadske TV NGO. Background: On 10 August, Ukrainska Pravda reported, citing government sources, that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is looking for a replacement for Oleksii Reznikov as Ukraine’s Minister of Defence, and that at least two candidates are being considered. On 19 August, Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov, commenting on rumours that the President was looking for a replacement for him at the defence ministry, said that this position was a "temporary story" for him and that he could resign at his own discretion. On 23 August, Zelenskyy, in response to a question about chances of removing Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov from his post, said that he would be able to comment on personnel decisions after signing the relevant decrees. On 28 August, Reznikov said that he and the president have discussed the possibility of appointing Reznikov to another position, but the decision must be made by Volodymyr Zelenskyy himself. On 27 July, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine [Ukrainian parliament – ed.] supported the resignation of Oleksandr Tkachenko, Minister of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine.

Government prepares to replace heads of Defence and Culture ministries

The president's staff is discussing the possibility of two new appointments to the Cabinet of Ministers next week, including the Minister of Defence and the Minister of Culture. Source: sources of Ukrainska Pravda (UP) in the government Details: According to UP sources, the president is expected to submit a proposal to the Verkhovna Rada (Ukrainian Parliament) that Ukraine’s Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov be removed from his post soon and be replaced by Rustem Umerov, the current Head of the State Property Fund of Ukraine. In addition, the Parliament may appoint a new Minister of Culture and Information Policy. UP's sources name Yuliia Fediv, who headed the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation, as a potential candidate for this position. For reference: Yulia Fediv was the head of the Ukrainian Cultural Foundation in XXXX-XXXX. In September XXXX, Fediv announced that criminal proceedings had been initiated against her. From X July XXXX to X June XXXX, she was the director of the Hromadske TV NGO. Background: On XX August, Ukrainska Pravda reported, citing government sources, that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is looking for a replacement for Oleksii Reznikov as Ukraine’s Minister of Defence, and that at least two candidates are being considered. On XX August, Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov, commenting on rumours that the President was looking for a replacement for him at the defence ministry, said that this position was a "temporary story" for him and that he could resign at his own discretion. On XX August, Zelenskyy, in response to a question about chances of removing Defence Minister Oleksii Reznikov from his post, said that he would be able to comment on personnel decisions after signing the relevant decrees. On XX August, Reznikov said that he and the president have discussed the possibility of appointing Reznikov to another position, but the decision must be made by Volodymyr Zelenskyy himself. On XX July, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine [Ukrainian parliament – ed.] supported the resignation of Oleksandr Tkachenko, Minister of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine.

54dba7270dd64,vijna,zhertvi

Russians hit central Kramatorsk with P-37 cruise missile – Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration

YEVHEN KIZILOV – TUESDAY, 19 JULY 2022, 18:10 On 19 July the Russian occupiers launched an attack on the centre of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region with a P-37 cruise missile, killing one person and injuring another six. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko, head of the Donetsk Oblast Military Administration, on Facebook Details: Kyrylenko said 10 apartment blocks in the central part of the city had also been damaged in the attack. Quote: "The Russians are launching attacks on the Donetsk region more and more frequently, giving civilians no chance to save themselves. Therefore I am once again appealing to everyone who still remains in Donetsk Oblast and urging them to evacuate." Background: In the afternoon it was revealed that the Russians had launched an attack on the central part of Kramatorsk.

Russians hit central Kramatorsk with P-XX cruise missile – Head of Donetsk Oblast Military Administration

YEVHEN KIZILOV – TUESDAY, XX JULY XXXX, XX:XX On XX July the Russian occupiers launched an attack on the centre of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region with a P-XX cruise missile, killing one person and injuring another six. Source: Pavlo Kyrylenko, head of the Donetsk Oblast Military Administration, on Facebook Details: Kyrylenko said XX apartment blocks in the central part of the city had also been damaged in the attack. Quote: "The Russians are launching attacks on the Donetsk region more and more frequently, giving civilians no chance to save themselves. Therefore I am once again appealing to everyone who still remains in Donetsk Oblast and urging them to evacuate." Background: In the afternoon it was revealed that the Russians had launched an attack on the central part of Kramatorsk.

549aaf4151bd3,kordon,polscha,vagner

Poland fortifies its border with Belarus due to relocation of Wagnerites

Poland has decided to reinforce its border with Belarus due to the arrival of the Russian Wagner Group’s mercenaries in the neighbouring country. Source: Polish Deputy Prime Minister Jarosław Kaczyński stated this following a meeting of the country’s National Security and Defence Committee, as reported by European Pravda, citing Wprost news agency. Details: The Polish deputy prime minister noted that the Wagner Group in Belarus, estimated to number around eight thousand mercenaries, poses "at least a potentially new" challenge. Quote: "This is an element that is dangerous for Ukraine; it is potentially dangerous for Lithuania; and it might be dangerous for us. This could mean a new phase of hybrid warfare, much more complex than the one we have faced so far. Therefore, decisions were made to reinforce our security on the eastern border," he said. Details: The deputy prime minister said that the decision to strengthen the border involves both increasing the number of forces that will be permanently present there and increasing the number of various kinds of barriers and fortifications. "The security policy is focused on the darkest scenarios. And we were forced to make such decisions based on this principle," Kaczyński added. Background: On June 27, the foreign ministers of the two Baltic states urged NATO to step up the security of its eastern borders in response to the deployment of Wagner Private Military Company mercenaries in Belarus. Belarus shares borders with three NATO member states, namely Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. The president of the latter, Andrzej Duda, has previously said that the deployment of the Wagner Group’s forces to Belarus is a highly negative signal for his country.

Poland fortifies its border with Belarus due to relocation of Wagnerites

Poland has decided to reinforce its border with Belarus due to the arrival of the Russian Wagner Group’s mercenaries in the neighbouring country. Source: Polish Deputy Prime Minister Jarosław Kaczyński stated this following a meeting of the country’s National Security and Defence Committee, as reported by European Pravda, citing Wprost news agency. Details: The Polish deputy prime minister noted that the Wagner Group in Belarus, estimated to number around eight thousand mercenaries, poses "at least a potentially new" challenge. Quote: "This is an element that is dangerous for Ukraine; it is potentially dangerous for Lithuania; and it might be dangerous for us. This could mean a new phase of hybrid warfare, much more complex than the one we have faced so far. Therefore, decisions were made to reinforce our security on the eastern border," he said. Details: The deputy prime minister said that the decision to strengthen the border involves both increasing the number of forces that will be permanently present there and increasing the number of various kinds of barriers and fortifications. "The security policy is focused on the darkest scenarios. And we were forced to make such decisions based on this principle," Kaczyński added. Background: On June XX, the foreign ministers of the two Baltic states urged NATO to step up the security of its eastern borders in response to the deployment of Wagner Private Military Company mercenaries in Belarus. Belarus shares borders with three NATO member states, namely Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. The president of the latter, Andrzej Duda, has previously said that the deployment of the Wagner Group’s forces to Belarus is a highly negative signal for his country.

rosija,vijna,ukrajina,korabli

ISW explains how attacks on Russian naval targets contribute to Ukraine's counteroffensive

The Ukrainian strikes on Russian naval targets are likely part of a targeted interception campaign aiming to pave the way for a larger counteroffensive, says the Institute for the Study of War in its daily report. Source: the ISW Details: A Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessel (USV) struck the Russian Olenegorsky Gornyak Ropukha-class landing ship on the night of 3-4 August. Andrii Yusov, a Ukrainian Defence Intelligence representative, said the damage to the warship was extensive. He suggested that the vessel would be out of action for some time. The UK MoD reported that the images of the ship indicate that it’s listing at 30-40 degrees, meaning that either a USV strike breached either several watertight compartments or that the crew's efforts to repair the damage were ineffective. The ministry also reported that the Olenegorsky Gornyak belongs to the Russian Northern Fleet but has recently been moving military and civilian cargo between Russia and occupied Crimea due to the disruption of the Kerch Bridge. Quote: "Previous Ukrainian interdiction efforts have mainly focused on Russian military targets on land, but it seems that Ukrainian forces are now expanding their efforts to include naval targets as part of these efforts. Ukrainian officials have repeatedly stated their commitment to a deliberate interdiction campaign against Russian military targets in order to degrade Russian logistics and defensive capabilities to set favorable conditions for future Ukrainian counteroffensive activity. Ukrainian forces are thus continuing to set conditions for future decisive operations via an interdiction campaign as they did before and during counteroffensive operations in Kharkiv and Kherson oblasts in 2022, now striking much deeper into Russian rear areas and incorporating maritime targets." Background: On the evening of 4 August, a USV rammed a Russian tanker in the Kerch Strait.

ISW explains how attacks on Russian naval targets contribute to Ukraine's counteroffensive

The Ukrainian strikes on Russian naval targets are likely part of a targeted interception campaign aiming to pave the way for a larger counteroffensive, says the Institute for the Study of War in its daily report. Source: the ISW Details: A Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessel (USV) struck the Russian Olenegorsky Gornyak Ropukha-class landing ship on the night of X-X August. Andrii Yusov, a Ukrainian Defence Intelligence representative, said the damage to the warship was extensive. He suggested that the vessel would be out of action for some time. The UK MoD reported that the images of the ship indicate that it’s listing at XX-XX degrees, meaning that either a USV strike breached either several watertight compartments or that the crew's efforts to repair the damage were ineffective. The ministry also reported that the Olenegorsky Gornyak belongs to the Russian Northern Fleet but has recently been moving military and civilian cargo between Russia and occupied Crimea due to the disruption of the Kerch Bridge. Quote: "Previous Ukrainian interdiction efforts have mainly focused on Russian military targets on land, but it seems that Ukrainian forces are now expanding their efforts to include naval targets as part of these efforts. Ukrainian officials have repeatedly stated their commitment to a deliberate interdiction campaign against Russian military targets in order to degrade Russian logistics and defensive capabilities to set favorable conditions for future Ukrainian counteroffensive activity. Ukrainian forces are thus continuing to set conditions for future decisive operations via an interdiction campaign as they did before and during counteroffensive operations in Kharkiv and Kherson oblasts in XXXX, now striking much deeper into Russian rear areas and incorporating maritime targets." Background: On the evening of X August, a USV rammed a Russian tanker in the Kerch Strait.

rosija,putin

Putin cancels his visit to North Caucasus due to so-called "Ukrainian SRG"

Russian President Vladimir Putin is not going to visit Stavropol Territory, where he was to hold an event to open the Year of the Teacher, due to reports of a so-called "Ukrainian SRG" [sabotage and reconnaissance group – ed.] in Bryansk Oblast. Source: Russian Kremlin-aligned news outlet RIA Novosti, citing Dmitry Peskov, Press Secretary of the Russian PresidentQuote: "President Putin will open the Year of the Teacher and Mentor and meet with participants of the pilot educational program of the Mentor School, but for obvious reasons, he will do so via video conference." Background: On the morning of 2 March 2023, the governor of Bryansk Oblast, Russia, that borders Ukraine, reported that a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group allegedly had entered the region, took local civilians hostage and shot at a car. This information was quickly spread by propaganda media outlets, but controversial details were being posted. Against this backdrop, there were rumours that Putin would hold an emergency meeting of his Security Council, but his press service denied this. At the same time, Ukrainian border guards reported that the situation on the border with Russia is under control, information suggesting that there is some "Ukrainian reconnaissance and sabotage group" on the territory of the Russian Federation is an informational provocation of the aggressor country.

Putin cancels his visit to North Caucasus due to so-called "Ukrainian SRG"

Russian President Vladimir Putin is not going to visit Stavropol Territory, where he was to hold an event to open the Year of the Teacher, due to reports of a so-called "Ukrainian SRG" [sabotage and reconnaissance group – ed.] in Bryansk Oblast. Source: Russian Kremlin-aligned news outlet RIA Novosti, citing Dmitry Peskov, Press Secretary of the Russian PresidentQuote: "President Putin will open the Year of the Teacher and Mentor and meet with participants of the pilot educational program of the Mentor School, but for obvious reasons, he will do so via video conference." Background: On the morning of X March XXXX, the governor of Bryansk Oblast, Russia, that borders Ukraine, reported that a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group allegedly had entered the region, took local civilians hostage and shot at a car. This information was quickly spread by propaganda media outlets, but controversial details were being posted. Against this backdrop, there were rumours that Putin would hold an emergency meeting of his Security Council, but his press service denied this. At the same time, Ukrainian border guards reported that the situation on the border with Russia is under control, information suggesting that there is some "Ukrainian reconnaissance and sabotage group" on the territory of the Russian Federation is an informational provocation of the aggressor country.

sevastopol

Explosions in Crimea’s Sevastopol: Russia suspends ferry crossings in Sevastopol Bay

ROMAN PETRENKO – SATURDAY, 29 OCTOBER 2022, 08:27 Explosions rang out in the Russian-occupied city of Sevastopol on the Crimean peninsula. Russia has claimed that its ships were "repelling a UAV attack". Source: TASS, a pro-Kremlin media outlet, citing occupation authorities in Crimea; local Telegram channels Quote from TASS: "Vessels from the Black Sea fleet are repelling a UAV attack; no targets were damaged in the city [of Sevastopol]." Details: Ferry crossings in Sevastopol have been suspended, allegedly as a result of the ongoing operation to eliminate the UAVs attacking the city. Only bus connections are still servicing different districts of Sevastopol. Reference: The ferry crossing in Sevastopol connects the northern and southern parts of the city.

Explosions in Crimea’s Sevastopol: Russia suspends ferry crossings in Sevastopol Bay

ROMAN PETRENKO – SATURDAY, XX OCTOBER XXXX, XX:XX Explosions rang out in the Russian-occupied city of Sevastopol on the Crimean peninsula. Russia has claimed that its ships were "repelling a UAV attack". Source: TASS, a pro-Kremlin media outlet, citing occupation authorities in Crimea; local Telegram channels Quote from TASS: "Vessels from the Black Sea fleet are repelling a UAV attack; no targets were damaged in the city [of Sevastopol]." Details: Ferry crossings in Sevastopol have been suspended, allegedly as a result of the ongoing operation to eliminate the UAVs attacking the city. Only bus connections are still servicing different districts of Sevastopol. Reference: The ferry crossing in Sevastopol connects the northern and southern parts of the city.

zaporizkaoblast,vijna,mns

Russians fired at the fire station in Orikhiv

Russian troops shelled Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, and a fire station was damaged. Source: State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Zaporizhzhia Oblast Quote: "The terrorist country continues to attack Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The photos show the consequences of another shelling on 30 April, as a result of which the building of one of the fire and rescue units was damaged. Fortunately, the personnel were not injured, because they were in a shelter. Debris cut through the roof and walls of the fire station, knocking out two plastic windows. The post office near the facade of the unit was destroyed, and one of the rescue vehicles was damaged."

Russians fired at the fire station in Orikhiv

Russian troops shelled Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, and a fire station was damaged. Source: State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Zaporizhzhia Oblast Quote: "The terrorist country continues to attack Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The photos show the consequences of another shelling on XX April, as a result of which the building of one of the fire and rescue units was damaged. Fortunately, the personnel were not injured, because they were in a shelter. Debris cut through the roof and walls of the fire station, knocking out two plastic windows. The post office near the facade of the unit was destroyed, and one of the rescue vehicles was damaged."